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<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
SUMMARY: Peers provides assistance, guidance and support to individuals who are transitioning from being unhoused, in institutional settings, or unstable housing situations to stable and supportive housing environments. As someone who has experienced similar challenges and successfully navigated their own journey to stable housing, the Supportive Housing Peer plays a crucial role in building rapport, offering encouragement and sharing personal experiences to inspire hope and facilitate the integration of individuals into their new living situations. This position reports directly to the Program Director.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
<ul>
<li>Develops positive and empathetic relationships with residents, sharing personal experiences of overcoming challenges related to housing instability.</li>
<li>Provides emotional support, active listening, and encouragement to individuals in the program, fostering a sense of community and belonging.</li>
<li>Facilitates group discussions, workshops, and activities that promote socialization, skill-building, and personal growth.</li>
<li>Assists residents in understanding the responsibilities and expectations of maintaining stable housing.</li>
<li>Collaborates with case managers to create individualized housing stability plans for participants.</li>
<li>Helps individuals navigate the process of obtaining essential services, such as identification documents, healthcare, and employment support.</li>
<li>Teach practical life skills such as budgeting, meal planning, and household management to enable residents to maintain their housing successfully.</li>
<li>Empower residents to advocate for themselves when dealing with housing related issues, landlord-tenant interactions, and accessing community resources.</li>
<li>Recognize signs of potential crisis situations and provide immediate support and de-escalation.</li>
<li>Collaborate with the program team to develop crisis intervention plans and ensure participant safety and wellbeing.</li>
<li>Maintain accurate and up to date participant records, documenting interactions and progress towards housing stability.</li>
<li>Collaborate with program supervisors and case managers to provide insights into residents’ needs and progress.</li>
<li>Participate in ongoing training and professional development to enhance peer support skills and stay informed about best practices in housing stability.</li>
</ul>
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: 
<ul>
<li>High School Diploma and CRPA or CRPA -P
<ul>
<li>Lived experience of housing instability</li>
<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish trust and build rapport.</li>
<li>Empathetic, patient, and nonjudgmental attitude toward residents.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of local resources and services available to individuals experiencing housing instability.</li>
<li>High level of emotional intelligence and the ability to manage emotions in challenging situations.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
<ul>
<li>Must have strong interpersonal skills to support leadership, management, negotiation and problem-solving functions of this role.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously, meet deadlines, and handle work-related stress is required.</li>
<li>Friendly, courteous, service-oriented, professional, outgoing, and customer service oriented.</li>
<li>Remain calm and professional in stressful situations.</li>
<li>Detail oriented while maintaining an extremely positive attitude.</li>
</ul>
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Housing Peer Specialist

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
The Association for Mental Health and Wellness is seeking a New York State Certified Peer Specialist to join our CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) Program. We are looking for an individual with lived experience of mental health challenges, substance use, trauma, and/or recovery who is passionate about helping others on their recovery journey.
Peer Specialists at MHAW establish positive, strength-based, and empowering relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds, helping them build meaningful, healthy, and fulfilling lives.

Key Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Provide individualized peer support and coaching to individuals affected by psychiatric diagnoses, substance use, or trauma.</li>
<li>Co-create person-centered care plans aligned with each individual’s goals and recovery journey.</li>
<li>Facilitate and/or co-facilitate activities, peer support groups, community outings, and workshops that promote engagement, learning, and wellness.</li>
<li>Foster safe, inclusive environments that encourage social connection and mutual support.</li>
<li>Support individuals in identifying and utilizing community resources to enhance independence and community integration.</li>
<li>Assist participants in developing coping strategies, recognizing triggers, and minimizing the negative effects of symptoms.</li>
<li>Promote and assist with advocacy related to entitlements such as food, clothing, housing, and other benefits.</li>
<li>Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with MHAW standards and funding requirements.</li>
<li>Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.</li>
<li>Adapt to a dynamic work environment and demonstrate flexibility as daily priorities shift.</li>
</ul>

Required Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>New York State Peer Specialist Certification.</li>
<li>Personal lived experience with mental health challenges and/or substance use recovery.</li>
<li>Minimum one year of direct service experience supporting individuals with psychiatric diagnoses or trauma histories.</li>
<li>Excellent listening, empathy, and communication skills with the ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds.</li>
<li>Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and social media).</li>
<li>Valid and clean NYS Driver’s License; ability to drive an agency van and transport clients.</li>
</ul>
 
Preferred Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Bilingual (English/Spanish).</li>
<li>Knowledge of behavioral health systems, Health Homes, HARP, SPA housing, and public entitlements.</li>
<li>Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.</li>
<li>Reliable, self-motivated, and organized with strong time management skills.</li>
<li>Access to an insured, NYS-registered passenger vehicle.</li>
</ul>

Education:
<ul>
<li>High school diploma or GED.</li>
</ul>

CORE Peer Specialist

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
 
THE HAGEDORN LITTLE VILLAGE SCHOOL (HLVS) – SEAFORD, NYIMMEDIATE OPENINGS – INTERVIEWS NOW
Position: 12 Month Per Diem Teacher Aide/Assistant (Lunch Coverage/Floater)
Schedule Options:
<ul>
<li>11:00 am - 1:30 pm MTWThF or MTW</li>
<li>11:00 am - 2:40 pm MTWThF or MTW</li>
</ul>
Salary:
<ul>
<li>$18.50 per hour – NYS Certified Teacher Assistants</li>
<li>$18.00 per hour – Teacher Aides</li>
</ul>
Why Join Our Team?
This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity to work in the field of special education. You’ll collaborate with teachers, fellow aides/assistants, and therapists in a supportive environment. This role is perfect for college students or recent high school graduates seeking hands-on experience working with children with special needs.
<ul>
<li>School year follows most district calendars.</li>
<li>Small classroom settings (6–12 students).</li>
<li>12-month positions include the 10-month academic year plus a 6-week summer session.</li>
</ul>
What We’re Looking For
<ul>
<li>Caring, compassionate individuals eager to work with students ages 3–12 with developmental disabilities.</li>
<li>Comfortable assisting with social, emotional, and academic development, as well as personal care.</li>
<li>High school diploma or equivalent (required).</li>
<li>Prior special education classroom experience is a plus.</li>
<li>Ability to lift children weighing up to 50 lbs.</li>
<li>Must complete an initial medical exam and background clearances.</li>
</ul>
Benefits
<ul>
<li>Sick/Safe Leave</li>
<li>Teacher Aides who pursue and obtain NYS Assistant Teacher Certification will be reimbursed for all costs by Little Village (details provided at interview).</li>
</ul>
It is school policy to provide equal employment opportunity and affirmative action to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status or sexual orientation in accordance with all applicable laws. This policy applies to all the terms and conditions of employment including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training. Advancements to positions of greater responsibility is based on an individual’s abilities and demonstrated performance.

12 Month Per Diem Teacher Aide/Assistant

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Job Title: Dean of Students
Location: Bronx, NY
 
Dean of Students Job Description
 
About Capital Preparatory Schools
Capital Preparatory Schools is a charter school management organization operating a network of educational communities. Our mission is to build a path where there was none. From its inception, the Capital Prep community—our scholars, parents, faculty, and staff—have come together to create a compelling and meaningful educational experience. Capital Preparatory Schools has five school locations: one in Harlem, one in the Bronx, one in New Rochelle, New York, and two locations in Bridgeport, Connecticut providing students in grades K–12 with a year-round, college-preparatory education that encourages students to become scholars and agents of change. 
 
Capital Preparatory Schools believes that all children, when given the right conditions and environment, will succeed and excel in their academic and social-emotional growth. This is achieved by blending elements of academic models that successfully support scholars from historically disadvantaged populations, with innovative approaches that get 100% of our graduates accepted to four-year colleges.
 
Focusing on the key attributes of leaders, our learner expectations are designed to develop scholars who are:
 
<ul>
<li>
Collaborators, by showing respect and cooperation to achieve individual and common goals,
</li>
<li>
Problem Solvers, by using appropriate personal and team strategies to address interpersonal, intrapersonal, and group conflicts,
</li>
<li>
Researcher/Information Processors, by looking for and listening attentively to important information and utilizing the information to make positive choices/decisions/conclusions,
</li>
<li>
Empathetic Citizens, by acting responsibly, safely and thoughtfully to create positive change for all members of the school, local, and global communities,
</li>
<li>
Pillars of Knowledge, by modeling the above expectations in our words, actions and goals.
</li>
</ul>
 
With the support of the Capital Prep team of skilled and compassionate educators, students realize their academic abilities, advocate for social justice and fulfill their civic responsibilities. As leaders of social justice, we expect our students to use their education to improve the lives of others.
 
Capital Preparatory Schools is committed to teaching and learning that promotes the success of every student by:
 
<ul>
<li>
Creating a safe and enjoyable educational environment that encompasses our social justice model and that ensures every graduate moves on to attend college;
</li>
<li>
Providing individualized instruction and enrichment opportunities for students to ensure that gifted students are challenged and struggling students are supported; 
</li>
<li>
Hiring and growing quality teachers and leaders and empowering them to use their craft to inspire students to achieve at the highest levels.
</li>
</ul>
 
REPORTS TO: Principal
RESPONSIBILITIES: 
SCHOOL CULTURE
<ul>
<li>
Defines and builds a school culture consistent with The Capital Prep principles and mission Designs and implements programs that recognize, and reward students Devises school-wide rituals, including advisory, community meetings, and celebrations that promote the culture and sustain the school’s values.
</li>
<li>
Shapes and manages the physical environment to underscore the school’s culture and aspirations, which includes but is not limited to daily supervision of school events, oversight of arrival, departure, breakfast, and lunch times for students
</li>
<li>
Meets with students referred by teachers and collaborates to create student improvement plans pertaining to behavior or academics
</li>
<li>
Ensure that the student behavior management efforts are restorative and that the implementation of student development programs and initiatives are done with fidelity to the process and at the highest level of quality with full support.
</li>
<li>
Ensures that consequences are fairly and consistently implemented throughout the school
</li>
<li>
Attend and contribute to leadership meetings
</li>
<li>
Develop and coordinate the implementation of ongoing mechanisms to gather input from students, staff, parents, and other key stakeholders to advance student success and learning activities.
</li>
</ul>
 
ILLUMINATOR SUPPORT:
<ul>
<li>
Designing and delivering professional development to promote teacher growth and enhance program effectiveness in the areas of classroom management, organization, and incorporation techniques adopted by Capital Prep.
</li>
<li>
Serve as a resource to teachers on issues of credit accumulation, advisory, school culture, classroom management, discipline, and relationships with students
</li>
<li>
Coaches staff in holding all students to high and consistent behavioral expectations
</li>
<li>
Coordinating implementation of advisory program for scholars.
</li>
<li>
Observe teachers and provide informal and formal feedback aligning content and pedagogy to philosophy and vision during advisory blocks
</li>
<li>
Serve as a lynchpin in the school’s student engagement and development strategies to ensure that staff are working together to build a positive school climate and culture
</li>
<li>
Support teachers in establishing essential classroom elements
</li>
<li>
interventions and social-emotional supports for students
</li>
</ul>
SCHOLAR DEVELOPMENT:
<ul>
<li>
Develop and manage a schedule of student-centered programs and activities that help to build community, engage students in fun educational activities and experiences that create school traditions and celebrations to edify the school culture and core values as well as support academic success
</li>
<li>
Builds a support network for students that includes development of a student government and student leadership team
</li>
</ul>
 
SKILLS and QUALIFICATIONS:
<ul>
<li>
A Master’s Degree in Education and a minimum of five (5) years successful teaching experience;
</li>
<li>
Agreement with the academic goals and philosophy of the charter school;
</li>
<li>
Knowledge of current educational research and issues;
</li>
<li>
Demonstrated effective collaboration and communication skills;
</li>
<li>
Demonstrated effective problem solving, planning and organizational skills;
</li>
<li>
Demonstrated effective training and presentation skills;
</li>
<li>
Ability to structure own time and manage multiple priorities;
</li>
<li>
Knowledge and experience in curriculum development and implementation;
</li>
<li>
Knowledge of Common Core Standards;
</li>
<li>
Commitment to accountability, including a rigorous student testing regime;
</li>
<li>
Knowledge of the workshop model approach;
</li>
<li>
Excellent interpersonal skills;
</li>
<li>
Knowledge of adult learning and effective staff development practices;
</li>
<li>
Exhibited leadership in working with professional staff, students, and the community;
</li>
<li>
Demonstrated success in encouraging parental involvement;
</li>
<li>
Knowledge and experience in using the coaching process;
</li>
<li>
Facilitation skills;
</li>
<li>
Evidence of data driven decision-making;
</li>
<li>
Knowledge of professional learning communities;
</li>
<li>
Experience working with Bilingual/ELL students.
</li>
</ul>
 
*Weekend or evening work and travel is required.
 
 
COMPENSATION:
Salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience. Additionally, CPS offers a comprehensive benefits package. This is a full-time, 12 month exempt position, which is vacation eligible.
 
As an equal opportunity employer, we hire and promote without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.

Dean of Students

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
About the Role:
The 2's Lead Teacher at PLAYTO LLC will play a pivotal role in shaping the early educational experiences of young preschoolers in our care. This position is responsible for creating a nurturing and stimulating environment that promotes the cognitive, emotional, and social development of each child. With the support of our Education Director, the Lead 2's Teacher will design and implement age-appropriate curricula that engage 2 year olds through play and exploration, fostering a love for learning from an early age. Additionally, this role involves collaborating with parents and caregivers to ensure a holistic approach to each child's development. Ultimately, the Lead Teacher will contribute to building a strong foundation for lifelong learning and development in our youngest learners.
Minimum Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education OR related field and NYS Teacher Certification or BA in ECE and 2 years supervised experience in a regulated child care setting or DOH approved study plan</li>
</ul>
Preferred Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.</li>
<li>Experience with curriculum development and implementation for 2's.</li>
<li>Familiarity with DOH regulations and best practices in early childhood education.</li>
</ul>
Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Develop and implement a comprehensive curriculum tailored to the developmental needs of 2 year olds.</li>
<li>Create a safe, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment that encourages exploration and learning.</li>
<li>Observe and assess each child's progress, providing feedback and support to parents and caregivers.</li>
<li>Collaborate with fellow educators and staff to ensure a cohesive approach to early childhood education.</li>
<li>Maintain accurate records of children's development and communicate regularly with families about their child's progress.</li>
</ul>
Skills:
The required skills for this position include strong communication and interpersonal abilities, which are essential for building relationships with infants, parents, and colleagues. Organizational skills are crucial for planning and executing daily activities and maintaining accurate records of each child's development. Creativity is also important, as the Lead Teacher will need to design engaging and age-appropriate learning experiences. We do have a curriculum that we follow and will train. Additionally, patience and empathy are vital in understanding and responding to the needs of infants. Preferred skills, such as knowledge of child development theories, will enhance the Lead Teacher's ability to create effective learning environments and support each child's unique growth journey.

2's LEAD Teacher

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Job Title: Dean of the School of Nursing 
Reports To: Vice President for Academic Affairs 
Status: Full Time, Exempt, 12-month position 
 
Mount Saint Mary College
Located on the Hudson River in New York’s scenic Hudson Valley, Mount Saint Mary College is an independent liberal arts college with a rich history of educating students across many academic disciplines. Founded by the Dominican Sisters of Newburgh, the Mount aims to prepare students for lives of leadership and service. The Mission of Mount Saint Mary College is to create an environment which fosters close student-faculty interaction, enabling students to reach their full potential as lifelong learners. 
Mount Saint Mary College School of Nursing
The Mount’s highly recognized, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accredited nursing program has been educating future nurses for over 60 years. Mount Saint Mary College offers both traditional and non-traditional Bachelor of Science nursing programs and an RN-to-BSN program. The Mount also offers masters programs and post-masters certificate programs in Nurse Practitioner Family Health, Gerontology, and Psychiatric Mental Health, and a Masters in Nursing Education degree. Learn more about the Mount Saint Mary College School of Nursing here: <a href="https://www.msmc.edu/programs/nursing/" target="_blank">https://www.msmc.edu/programs/nursing/</a>
Position Overview The Dean of the School of Nursing provides leadership and counsel to the nursing faculty, students, and staff, and serves as the school’s primary advocate in the college, the community and beyond. The Dean’s leadership will be based on an understanding of the fundamental principles, mission, and values of the college and the School of Nursing, which are rooted in the Dominican tradition. The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring trends in nursing education to strategically plan, develop, and implement the expansion of nursing programs, ensure adherence to accreditation standards, and establish community partnerships for ongoing collaborations, growth, and support of the School of Nursing.
Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Provide leadership, vision, and forward-directed inspiration for the School of Nursing and all of its programs in alignment the Mission of the Mount and the School of Nursing.</li>
<li>Act as a representative/liaison with all internal and external constituencies associated with the School of Nursing. Strengthen relationships with current healthcare partners, and develop relationships with new partners, to strengthen community ties and promote clinical excellence in nursing education. </li>
<li>Oversee community advisory board meetings to garner insights into industry needs and to ensure ongoing quality improvement of the School of Nursing curriculum.</li>
<li>Prepare annual reports to the NYS Education Department, CCNE, and internal School of Nursing reports.</li>
<li>Work closely with the nursing chairperson and graduate coordinator, in collaboration with the Vice President for Academic Affairs, in the hiring of nursing faculty and staff.</li>
<li>Encourage academic and professional growth of faculty through involvement in research, publication, and presentations at professional conferences. Oversee and mentor faculty through the annual evaluation and the promotion and tenure processes. </li>
<li>Oversee academic strategy and program delivery for BSN, RN-to-BSN, and MSN programs, including development of new programs and evaluation of program outcomes. </li>
<li>Work with program coordinators and faculty to implement and maintain rigor of programs necessary to achieve and maintain excellence in NCLEX and graduate program credentialing scores of program graduates. </li>
<li>Provide oversight of program outcomes and evaluations through continuous review of clinical needs, student survey data, retention and graduation rates, NCLEX scores, graduate competency exam rates, employment rates, etc., related to maintenance of professional accreditation.</li>
<li>Provide ongoing communication with and among faculty and staff through monthly School of Nursing faculty and staff meetings.</li>
<li>Prepare budget projections and manage budgets for all nursing programs.</li>
<li>In consultation with the Chairperson, assign faculty for representation at college events (e.g., Orientations, New Student Days, and Open Houses), as well as any other relevant functions that require representation by School of Nursing faculty on behalf of the college.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
<ol>
<li>Earned doctorate in Nursing or a related field required.</li>
<li>An unencumbered NYS nursing license required.</li>
<li>3+ years experience in nursing education; experience with advanced degree programs preferred.</li>
<li>Evidence of successful administrative experience and demonstrated leadership ability as Dean, Assistant/Associate Dean, or Chairperson in nursing baccalaureate and advanced degree programs.</li>
<li>Appropriate academic experience and scholarly work enabling possession of the rank of at least Associate Professor.</li>
<li>Significant involvement in professional activities (e.g., research, national/international presentation of scholarly work, professional committee membership in academic, community, and national organizations).</li>
<li>A commitment to furthering the School of Nursing and its mission in regard to excellence in curriculum, program expansion, and support of faculty in their academic and professional growth.</li>
</ol>
Benefits:
Mount Saint Mary College offers a robust suite of benefits including: 
<ul>
<li>Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, and flexible spending accounts</li>
<li>A 403(b) retirement plan (Pre-tax &amp; Roth options) with employer match</li>
<li>Generous paid time off and paid holidays</li>
<li>Tuition exchange and remission programs</li>
<li>Potential housing opportunities</li>
</ul>
Degree of Supervision
Minimal
Physical/Mental Demands and Work Environment
The position requires critical thinking, reading, evaluating, planning, and decision making. Physical demands are minimal, with occasional lifting and carrying office supplies, documents, etc. (10 pounds maximum). Operation of standard office equipment such as computer, phone, and printers occurs on a frequent basis.
Some travel may be required.
Application Procedure
Please submit the following materials with your application:
<ul>
<li>Letter of application, transcripts, and curriculum vitae (CV)</li>
</ul>
Mount Saint Mary College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to diversifying its faculty and staff. Mount Saint Mary College does not discriminate in its employment, operations, programs, and services on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. 
Mount Saint Mary College is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Dean of the School of Nursing

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Program Coordinator, Elementary School, Ozone Park, Queens
(Full-time Position)
South Asian Youth Action (SAYA)

South Asian Youth Action (SAYA) is committed to providing its employees opportunities for growth in a supportive community environment. With a flexible schedule and generous benefits package, SAYA provides its employees a healthy work-life balance in a fast-growing youth development nonprofit.
 

SAYA: Belong. Grow. Thrive.

Organization Description

South Asian Youth Action (SAYA) is an inclusive, South Asian-focused 501(c)3 youth development organization. Through our innovative, holistic approach, we work toward educational equity by providing opportunities and resources to less privileged New York City youth, ensuring they are empowered academically, emotionally, and socially to become engaged community members.

Established in 1996, SAYA provides valuable life skills and holistic, impactful programming to underserved New York City youth. As one of the first South Asian organizations created in the United States, SAYA is the only organization of its kind in the NYC metropolitan area providing inclusive and secular comprehensive youth development services while centering our community’s experiences. Today, SAYA provides programming at eleven elementary, middle, and high schools in Queens and Brooklyn, along with our Elmhurst-based community center - serving a growing number of youths across all sites each year.

A key tenet of our work is cultivating vital social and emotional learning (SEL) skills such as belonging, confidence, and self-efficacy through intentionally designed, research-based curricula. Across our organization, services tailored for different age groups include leadership and identity development, academic support that bridges learning gaps, comprehensive college preparation, and activities that nurture creativity and build positive peer connections.

Position Summary
The Program Coordinator will support the Program Director in the day-to-day operations of the elementary after school program. They will play a key role in organizing and planning logistics for daily programming, special events, and trips. They will work collaboratively with school staff, SAYA colleagues and community partners, as well as develop relationships with youth and families. This position plays a key role in ensuring smooth program functioning, maintaining compliance with requirements, and fostering an engaging, safe, and inclusive environment for students.

Reports to: Program Director

Responsibilities:
Program Operations &amp; Administration
<ul>
<li>Support the Program Director with daily program operations.</li>
<li>Oversee recruitment and registration process for new and returning students.</li>
<li>Update funder’s database (DYCDConnect) weekly to make sure attendance, workscope, participant intake, program schedule, and staffing are current</li>
<li>Obtain participant intake forms and maintain updated emergency contacts and medical information for all participants </li>
<li>Complete and submit daily supper/snack count to school administration on a weekly basis</li>
<li>Ensure all required administrative records and files are kept according to program requirements and applicable regulations</li>
<li>Maintain inventory of equipment and supplies and assist with ordering as needed.</li>
<li>Ensure staff files and clearances remain complete and up to date.</li>
</ul>
Youth &amp; Family Engagement
<ul>
<li>Coordinate and schedule logistics for special events including food, materials, and promotion.</li>
<li>Build positive relationships with students, families, and caregivers.</li>
<li>Support outreach and recruitment efforts by distributing materials to recruit youth and promote SAYA programs to the school community.</li>
<li>Establish rapport with youth and provide mentoring, guidance and overall direction for their academic preparation and personal development</li>
<li>Advocate on behalf of students and families.</li>
<li>Foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for all participants.</li>
</ul>
Staff &amp; School Support
<ul>
<li>Assist the Program Director in supervising staff and supporting their development.</li>
<li>Help strengthen and maintain a positive relationship with school administration and staff.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively with school administration and other CBO programs as needed</li>
<li>Keep track of and share minutes and attendance during staff meeting</li>
<li>Perform other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>

Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s Degree required and two years of significant experience working in relevant field (Elementary and/or middle school Education, Social Work, and/ or Youth Development)</li>
<li>Strong computer skills, and database management skills, with particular emphasis on Microsoft Office and Google drive applications, and database management</li>
<li>Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based youth development perspective</li>
<li>Ability to work independently, taking self-directed initiative, and as part of a team</li>
<li>Strong leadership, conflict resolution and diplomacy skills</li>
<li>Excellent oral and written communication skills, with keen attention to grammar and spelling</li>
<li>Experience in roles with administrative and/or data entry responsibilities</li>
<li>Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills and time management</li>
<li>Ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously and prioritize</li>
<li>A commitment to work from a strengths-based and youth development framework</li>
<li>High standard of integrity and accountability</li>
<li>Familiarity with SONYC/COMPASS/ExpandEd program a plus</li>
<li>Bilingual (Spanish) a plus</li>
</ul>
The above is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by this position. Other functions may be assigned, and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time.

Key Competencies
Ideal candidate will excel in the following areas:
<ul>
<li>Communication: The candidate will have the ability to effectively build relationships and develop partnership with youth, teachers, school and SAYA staff. They will be comfortable navigating difficult conversations effectively and will be able to work in teams.</li>
<li>Mentorship: The candidate will enjoy mentoring staff to support them in developing professional skills. They will be able to tailor supervision to different personalities and will be comfortable mediating conflicts among staff as well as between staff and youth, when necessary.</li>
</ul>

Compensation:
$60k-$65k commensurate with experience
PTO starting at 25 days
10 paid holidays + additional paid week off during winter holidays
60 days of fully paid FMLA leave
Employer sponsored medical benefits with generous employer contributions for employee and dependents
Retirement plan with up to 3% match contribution from SAYA
Optional dental, vision, transit, and FSA benefits
Flexible schedule policies
 
Additional Information
<ul>
<li>While we value work/life balance, due to the nature of this position, this role will sometimes require work on evenings and weekends.</li>
</ul>
 
To apply: Please include your resume and cover letter with your application.

SAYA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Employer.

Program Coordinator, Elementary School, Ozone Park

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Job Summary: 
 
The Training Specialist (TS) will facilitate parenting skills training and related workshops, lead support groups, and coordinate peer support relationships and family events and activities. The TS provides case management and related workshops. The TS will contact group participants to engage and assess progress to achieving goals for the Individual Service Plan (ISP). Connect participants to services that address immediate needs related to housing, substance abuse, physical and mental well-being, violent or risky behavior, and other areas that threaten to inhibit full participation and ability to achieve personal and program goals. 

Job Responsibilities: 
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<li>Priority will be given to the completion of the Pre-and-Post Parenting Skills Knowledge survey to ensure the program attains the contracted number of outcomes each year. </li>
<li>Utilize a case management model for participants in all tiers, which would include the following 4 components: (1) holistic assessment of the father’s strengths and needs and development of an Individual Service Plan (ISP) listing supportive services, benefits and resources needed; (2) implementation of the ISP (coordinating community resources and working with and advocating on behalf of the family to meet identified goals); (3) regular review of the ISP to assess whether goals have been met or need to be changed; and (4) follow-up to ensure that the father has received requested services. A</li>
<li>The Fatherhood Initiative will deliver eight required activities: 1. Orientation, 2. Parenting Skills Training, 3. Supervised Visitation Coaching, 4. Case Management, 5. Community Projects, 6. Support Groups, 7. Family Events, and 8. Workshops. </li>
<li>The Fatherhood Initiative will serve and customize services for fathers with varying levels of child visitation, coparent engagement, court and agency orders, skills, and needs. Fatherhood will offer four service tier options to participants. The Fatherhood Initiative will implement parenting skills training to participants with two different curricula: ProFatherhing15 and Supporting Father Involvement (SFI).</li>
<li>Guided by DYCD’s Case Management Toolkit, develop goal-oriented Individual Service Plan (ISP), and facilitate applications and referrals to various services and supports. Address the changing needs of fathers and adapt services accordingly.</li>
<li>Provide individual, family and group counseling, provide direct services/case planning to clients including mediation/conflict resolution training to fathers to facilitate effective co-parenting and visitation. When necessary, Case Managers will assist with supervised or monitored visitation opportunities for fathers.</li>
<li>Enter progress notes in DYCD data system of record.</li>
</ul>
 
Qualifications: 
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<li>At lease a bachelor's degree, knowledge and some experience in fatherhood programming, best practices, and standards</li>
<li>Or at least two (2) years of successful experience within the past five (5) years in facilitating parenting skills training and support groups for low income adults. </li>
<li>Good verbal and written communication are essential</li>
<li>Computer proficient </li>
<li>Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus</li>
</ul>
Supervisory Responsibility: No

Work Environment: Hybrid (See Agency Remote Work Policy)

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: Full time position, scheduled appropriate to the needs of client and families. This position calls for a thirty-five (35) hour work week, but more than 35 hours per week may from time to time be required.

Travel (if required): Travel requirements may include travel from Rising Ground sites and various locations. Work-related travel expenses will be reimbursed by agency. 

Physical Requirements: Must have the ability to complete all standard administrative and support tasks including but not limited to climbing up and down stairs, operation of computers/phones/fax/printer/copy machine, and the ability to lift boxes, furniture, and equipment up to 50lbs. Must be able to travel from the various locations and sites of Rising Ground.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT 
It is the policy of Rising Ground that the Agency wholly complies with equal treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without unlawful discrimination as to an individual’s perceived or actual race, creed, color, national origin, alienate, citizenship status, gender, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or veteran status in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Training Specialist

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Assist the classroom teacher in all aspects of programming and care to students
QUALIFICATIONS:
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<li>Team player with the ability to lead and develop strong relationships with co-workers, students and their families.</li>
<li>Ability to transfer students with physical disabilities.</li>
<li>Experience working with young children with disabilities.</li>
<li>High School Diploma or equivalent required; NYS Teacher Assistant Certification preferred (incentive pay base on level)</li>
<li>Bilingual Spanish a plus (incentive pay)</li>
</ul>

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
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<li>Work with students individually according to individual education plan or individual program established by the classroom teacher.</li>
<li>Be involved with students in all group activities, including but not limited to: language groups, playground, adaptive physical education, etc.</li>
<li>Attend daily team meetings.</li>
<li>Assist teacher in all daily routines.</li>
<li>Assist in preparation and clean-up involved in all aspects of program.</li>
<li>Participate in conferences with teacher concerning curriculum for total program for each individual student.</li>
<li>Assist and train students in personal care needs, including but not limited to: feeding, toileting, dressing and washing.</li>
<li>Assist with loading and unloading students on and off busses.</li>
<li>Participate in staff meetings and in-service training.</li>
<li>Responsible for the safety of students under his/her supervision.</li>
<li>Adhere to the Agency’s Corporate Compliance Plan and Code of Ethical Conduct.</li>
<li>Perform any other related duties as directed by the Teacher and/or designee.</li>
</ul>
 
 Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 3:30 pm Follows Kingston School District schedule for school closings

Teacher Aide

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Position Summary:
 
Hamilton-Madison House’s Early Childhood Education Program supports and enhances the existing strengths of family child care through programs that promote continuous and responsive relationships, strengthen early learning skills, build resilience, and lay the foundation for all future learning. Hamilton-Madison House views family childcare as a respected and valued profession within the early care and education system in New York City.
The main priority of the Enrollment Specialist is to recruit expectant mothers, families, and caregivers for a variety of Early Childhood Education Programs offered through HMH. In addition to outreach the Enrollment Specialist will verify eligibility to ensure programs are fully enrolled with eligible children and expectant mothers, and monitor ongoing ERSEA compliance.
Responsibilities:
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Enroll eligible children, families, expectant mothers and affiliated providers for EHS/HS services, 
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Identify and share resources and programs with children who may be in refugee, homeless, military service family, foster care situations
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Ensure program meets enrollment criteria focused on supporting children with disabilities 
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Provide assistance in determining preliminary eligibility for services and completing unified wait list applications
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Recruit families with partners including local medical facilities, elected officials, shelters and transitional housing,schools, NYCHA and others
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Conduct inquiries related to documentation on file. Verify residency, income, birth date, and any other required eligibility information, complete interviews to identify income sources
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Perform data entry including updating case file documentation at the time of intake and redetermination, and updating computerized childcare information system 
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Communicate with families and providers regarding changes in eligibility, status, income, enrollment, and providers 
</li>
<li>
Educate parents on all determination and re-determination program requirements, rules, and responsibilities
</li>
</ul>
Qualifications, Skills and Specifications: 
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Must hold a Child Development Associate Credential or Associate’s Degree 
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Must demonstrate excellent understanding of NYC social services 
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Strong applicants will have experience working with infants, toddlers, and/or families with young children
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Experience with recordkeeping, outreach, and or CBO administrative work is preferred
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Bilingual in English and Spanish, Mandarin,or Cantonese
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Ability to travel on public transportation or utilize own transportation for required site travel
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<li>
Basic computer literacy and Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office
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Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects and deadlines
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</ul>
 
Compensation: $27.45 per hour 
*Compensation is based on credentials with DC 37 Local 205 Salary Schedule
 Union Position, with generous benefits
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, 35 hours per week 

Hamilton-Madison House is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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