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The Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison, and Oneida Counties, Inc. (WDB HMO), DBA Working Solutions, is part of the Public Workforce System, a network of federal, state, and local offices that support economic expansion and develop the talent of the nation’s workforce.

Heritage Farm has a Direct Service Provider Opportunity in Bouckville

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HERITAGE FARM, INC. in Bouckville, NY is growing and currently searching for candidates that have experience working with disabled individuals.

Candidates must be dependable, accountable, and physically capable. Must submit to DMV, background checks.


• Respite, per diem; shifts available weekdays, late afternoon/evening and also weekends.
Starting pay is $14.65+ per hour, depending on experience. Overnight shifts available starting at $17.65/hour.
* Day Habilitation, part-time, 26 hours per week, Monday thru Friday, 10am-3pm. Starting pay is $13.80/hour, DOE

We offer unique opportunities utilizing our own working farm resources and those offered by the community to provide fun and educational activities to enrich the lives of those we serve.

All qualified applicants should forward resume and references to:
or mail to Sharon at Heritage Farm 3599 State Route 46, Bouckville, NY 13310.

Detailed job descriptions can be provided upon request.

Reference/Security Check? Yes
Work Hours Vary, Part-Time Hours
Normal work days Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Number of Years of Education Needed? at least a high school diploma/GED
Specialized education required? no
Years of Experience Required none
Will you accept related experience? Yes
Will you accept a trainee? Yes

Is a driver's license required? Yes

Salary Range 13.85 and up

Sick Leave? Yes
Paid Holidays? Yes

TO APPLY CONTACT: Sharon Dziekonski

Location: 3599 State Route 46, Bouckville, NY

The mission of Heritage Farm, Inc. is to provide an individualized program for each participant that reflects the founding belief that farming and rural life foster self-worth, independence, and a sense of responsibility toward family, friends, and community. We hold to the principal that the person comes first, not the disability.

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Community Bank is looking for a Floating Teller in Rome, NY

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The Floating Teller will work in various branch offices in a defined geographical area.

A Teller is responsible to create and deliver a positive customer experience while conducting financial transactions. This position requires an individual with a positive attitude, who is a team player, and who is able to actively listen for customer financial needs in order to refer them to the appropriate bank product or bank representative. A Teller must be able to adapt well to the changing workplace environment such as customer service complaints; maintain the security of customer information; prioritize items of significance; and maintain responsibility for assigned cash drawer.

Hours: 30 hours/week

Compensation: Commensurate with experience plus potential for annual merit increase. In addition to your competitive salary, you will be rewarded benefits including: 11 paid holidays, paid vacation, Medical, Vision & Dental insurance, 401K with generous match, Pension, Tuition Reimbursement, Banking discounts and the list goes on!

To learn more about this position and how to apply GO HERE

To see all open positions at Community Bank GO HERE

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FREE Virtual Workshops This Week

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Job Seekers: The NYS Department of Labor is offering these helpful online workshops this week. And you can chat with a Career Counselor too!

 
Wednesday, February 22
11 am - Veterans Services & Resources
1 pm - Managing Job Loss & Moving On
1 pm - SUNY for All-Online Training Program
 
Thursday, February 23
11 am - Career Assessment & Exploration
1 pm - Hiring Incentives for Businesses that Assist Justice-Involved Job Seekers
1 pm - Networking
 
Friday, February 24
11 am  - Chat with an Employment Counselor
11 am  - Spanish: Managing Job Loss & Moving On

1 pm  - Resume Development

Learn more and how to sign up HERE

 

 

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Production Assembler (First Shift) Needed in Oriskany

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Nortic, Inc is hiring a Production Assembler (First Shift)

Location Oriskany, New York

1st shift - 7 am - 3:30 pm Monday to Friday, no weekends.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Perform basic manufacturing assembly, sub-assembly, and packaging duties to assemble and ship select products following companies' policies and procedures.
  • Operate machine set up by another with defined adjustments.
  • Load/Unload parts and cut/trim parts using established procedures/tools.
  • Inspect parts for quality control.
  • Complete required work to include labeling, taping and stacking boxes.


Requirements:

  • Previous manufacturing experience preferred but not necessary.
  • Mechanical ability desired as is learning to improve your skill set.

Benefits:

Nortic offers a wide array of benefits to fit your unique needs:

  • Competitive compensation
  • Sick and vacation days off
  • Job review and potential pay increase after 90 days
  • Excellent healthcare including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage after 90 days.
  • Short- & long-term disability plus life insurance option
  • Retirement Savings Plan -- company match dollar for dollar up to 3%

Nortic is an Equal Opportunity Employer & an Affirmative Action Employer. Nortic is a strong advocate of workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, citizenship status, or veteran status.

TO APPLY:

Send resume to and include machine operator in subject line.

 

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Mohawk Valley Community Action is hiring!

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What makes MVCAA a great workplace?


1. MVCAA believes in a diverse workplace, diverse in perspective, demographics, abilities, etc.
• All employees have a voice at MVCAA.
2. MVCAA believes in upward mobility.
• We support potential employees in their initial job selection in the agency knowing that all positions have a pathway to promotion.
• We want a diverse leadership team as well.
3. MVCAA invest in their employees.
• This includes a variety of support programs, like mentorship.
• There will be many training opportunities in your chosen position as well as professional soft skills, social justice, and culturally sensitive practices to name a few.
4. MVCAA believes in a home-work balance therefore we provide a generous benefit package with sufficient time off.
• This package also includes options for health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, and tuition reimbursement programs. MVCAA is a qualifying employer for the Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
5. All MVCAAs positions are Monday through Friday with rare evening hours (for example if we were going to do a special event.)
6. MVCAA believes in social justice where all our community is empowered to live up to their fullest potential. We have a DEI committee that is active at the agency and within the community.
7. MVCAA truly changes the world, every single day.
• You will take notice of the impact you make on individuals/families and KNOW you work for an impactful agency.

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Helping CNY Get Back To Work

The Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison, and Oneida Counties, Inc. (WDB HMO), DBA Working Solutions, is part of the Public Workforce System, a network of federal, state, and local offices that support economic expansion and develop the talent of the nation’s workforce.

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Online resources and personal assistance by Advisers at the Working Solutions centers combine to help you maximize the tools needed for an effective job search.

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Learn more about what Working Solutions can do for your business.

Working Solutions
209 Elizabeth Street
Utica, New York 13501

Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

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