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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.

Featured Job Opportunities and Hiring Events - January 27, 2023

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We have a lot of in-person and virtual Hiring Events you won't want to miss. And dozens of new job opportunities to share with you this week.

See who's looking to HIRE YOU this week!

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Upcoming Hiring Events

• January 31, 2023 - Turning Stone Hiring Expo-Explore hundreds of career opportunities across 25 properties. On the spot hiring for qualified candidates!
• January 31, 2023 - Six County Virtual Job Fair-over 50 businesses all looking to hire! Sponsored by the Workforce Development Program’s RADAR Grant.
• February 2, 2023-Herkimer Working Solutions' U.S. Care Systems Recruitment Event. Now hiring Personal Care Aides. Stop in for an on the spot interview!
• February 15, 2023-Department of Labor’s In Person Mini Job Fair with opportunities in manufacturing, healthcare, human services and more!
• February 15, 2023- MVCC, The RADAR Grant and NY SCION will host a job fair for jobseekers of all abilities. Local agencies that provide employment services to people with a disability will be on hand to provide information about their programs and services.

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Just In: New Local Job Opportunities January 27, 2023

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Check out these new local job opportunities at great local companies who are HIRING NOW!

 

Performance Health is hiring a Production Worker I in Dolgeville

Danfoss is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer - PM Shift in Utica

Veolia Group is hiring a Plant Operator (Water) in Prospect

CONMED is hiring Production Assemblers (All Shifts) in Utica

CONMED is hiring a Machine Operators in Utica

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Celebration Children's Center of Canastota is Seeking an Executive Director

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Job description:
Required Educational & Experience Requirements:
1- A Bachelor’s degree, including or in addition to 12 credits in Early Childhood, Child Development or a related field; one year of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family daycare home or other early childhood program; and one year of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work; OR
2- A New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential; one year of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family day care home or other early childhood program; and one year of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work; OR
3- An Associate’s degree in Early Childhood or related field, with a plan of study leading to a Bachelor’s degree or a New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential; two years of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family day care home or other early childhood program; and two years of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work; OR
4- A Child Development Associate Credential or other Office-recognized credential, with a plan of study leading to a Bachelor’s degree or a New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential; two years of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family day care home or other early childhood program; and two years of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work.


Summary: Responsible for implementing program goals and objectives and maintaining a positive and professional attitude towards parent/guardians, staff, children and community by performing the following duties (this list is not all inclusive):
>Ensure the program/building adheres to all regulations as set forth by NYS OCFS, CACFP, NYS Dept of Health, NYS Dept of Labor and local Codes Enforcement.
>Review & prepare bills for payment.
> Prepare staff schedules and bi-weekly payroll.
>Submit appropriate billing to outside agencies including DSS & CACFP
>Prepare weekly tuition statements and collect tuition payments.
>Completes programs banking transactions.
>Maintains all state and agency required records for students, safety, staff and meal planning.
>Conducts required fire drills and health & safety inspections on a monthly basis.
>Compiles reports for and attends monthly Board of Directors meetings as well as board committee meetings as requested.
>Oversees child supervision of entire program.
>Assure that staff is up to date on required professional development.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
>Ensure all staff adheres to state and government regulations and centers safety guidelines.
>Oversees the performance of staff.
>Performs and prepares the staff performance evaluations on an annual basis.
Reference/Security Check? Yes
Requires a Physical? Yes
Job is: Full Time
Work Hours: Negotiable
Normal work days Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Overtime? No
Number of Years of Education Needed? 2-4 years of college (with a plan to obtain BA)
Specialized education required? Early Childhood Education or related field
Years of Experience Required 2
Will you accept related experience? Yes
Are you on a public transportation route? No
Salary Range: $45,000 - $60,000
Is salary negotiable? Yes
Paid Vacation? Yes
Sick Leave? Yes
Paid Holidays? Yes
Child Care? Yes

Location: 206 Wilson Ave, Canastota, NY 13032

To apply contact: Deb Cohen
Email
Phone: 315-697-8680
Preferred Follow-up Method: Phone

www.celebrationchildrenscenter.org

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U.S. Care Systems Recruitment at Herkimer Working Solutions - Personal Care Aides

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Do you have a few hours to spare and want to make a little extra money? Are you looking for a job that allows you flexibility and training?


U.S. Care Systems is looking for kindhearted individuals to fulfill multiple job openings for Personal Care Aides.

 

WHEN: Thursday, February 2nd from 10:0am to Noon.

WHERE: 320 N. Prospect St. Herkimer, NY 13350 

Questions? Call 315-867-1400 

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Bassett Healthcare Navigator on site at each of these events to assist with health insurance.

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Catholic Charities Career Fair January 25, 2023

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Catholic Charities of Oneida and Madison Counties is having a Career Fair tomorrow. January 25th!

Where: 1408 Genesee St., Utica

When: 9:00am to Noon and 2:00pm to 6:00pm

They have lots of great opportunities, competitive pay, benefits, and a sign on bonus of $1750 for candidates that submit an application at the Job Fair.

Consider a career with Catholic Charities of Oneida and Madison Counties:

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Why work for Catholic Charities Oneida/Madison County? 

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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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Utica, New York 13501

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