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Job Description Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports, they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today. Livonia Commons is a supportive/affordable housing development located in the East New York section of Brooklyn developed by Dunn Development. Livonia Commons Apartments will provide affordable housing for low-income working families at 50% or 60% of Area Median Income along with 43 units set aside for formerly homeless individuals who are Population A (SPMI/NYNY III) eligible. These units will be master leased by the non-profit social services provider, CAMBA, Inc. CAMBA will provide on-site supportive services including case management and 24/7 front desk security services. Amenities include a community room with a kitchen, a library/computer room, a tenant garden, laundry and a children’s play area. This project is a true public-private partnership with land contributed by the City of New York coupled with subsidies provided by the State of New York and private bank financing. Position: Part-Time Security Guard Reports To: Senior Program Director Location: 494 Georgia Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11207 What The Part-Time Security Guard Does: • Monitor and ensure the security and fire safety of the entire facility., • Employ crisis prevention/intervention and crisis management skills when conflict occurs., • Patrol buildings and grounds of facilities where CAMBA programs are located., • Examine doors, windows, gates and all fire exits to determine that they are secure and in accordance with all fire regulations., • Observe and report irregularities such as unusual tenant behavior, trespassers, fire hazards, leaking water pipes, and security doors left unlocked., • Monitor tenants and facility via security camera systems., • Conduct fire safety patrol and report findings or fire safety concerns to appropriate supervisory personnel., • Conduct security screenings of all tenants and visitors entering the facility., • Issue commendations to support positive tenant behaviors such as peers helping peers, compliance with rules and regulations, etc., • Counsel tenants that violate rules (such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles) and complete infraction reports., • Observe departing employees, visitors and/or tenants to guard against theft of CAMBA property., • Document in the security log book and incident report forms property damage, unusual occurrences, and incidents with employees, visitors and tenants., • Maintain assigned equipment per shift., • Sign equipment in and out for each shift., • High school diploma or G.E.D or equivalent experienceOther Requirements:, • Obtain “Criminal History Checks” (CHC) fingerprinting through the New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) and the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice System) and Staff Exclusion List (SEL) clearance., • Ability to maintain fingerprint clearance throughout the duration of employment., • As a Mandated Reporter, you must immediately report suspected incidents/cases of abuse and neglect to the Vulnerable Persons Central Register (VPCR) Hotline at 1-855-373-2122 and complete a CAMBA Incident Report., • Must have 8 hour Pre-Assignment security guard training course certificate., • Must obtain 16 hour On-the-Job security guard training course certificate within 90 days of employment., • Must complete 8 Hour Annual In-Service Course each calendar year., • Must have and maintain a NYS Security Guard license., • Must obtain NYS Security Guard registration, and must maintain registration during employment., • Must obtain Fire guard certification and maintain it throughout employment. Compensation: $18.54 hourly When salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate. This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization. Status: Part-time CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation. Powered by JazzHR 7Q83gnaZxA

Job Description Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports, they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today. Hegeman Avenue Apartments is a supportive/affordable housing development located in the Brownsville section of Brooklyn. Hegeman Avenue Apartments provide affordable housing for low-income working families up to 60% of Area Median Income along with 42 units set aside for formerly homeless individuals who are ESSHI (Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative) eligible. CAMBA provides on-site supportive services including case management and 24/7 front desk security services. Amenities include a community room with a kitchen, a library/computer room, a tenant garden and laundry room. CAMBA, Inc. will lease 42 studio units for ESSHI (Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative) homeless individuals, living with a serious and persistent mental illness referred by the New York City Human Resources Administration (HRA). On-site support services for these units are also provided by CAMBA through a contract with the New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH). All public areas of the project will be fully handicapped accessible. Position: Full-Time Security Guard Reports To: Shift Supervisor Location: 212 Hegeman Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11212 What The Full-Time Security Guard Does: • Monitor and ensure the security and fire safety of the entire facility., • Employ crisis prevention/intervention and crisis management skills when conflict occurs., • Patrol buildings and grounds of facilities where CAMBA programs are located., • Examine doors, windows, gates and all fire exits to determine that they are secure and in accordance with all fire regulations., • Observe and report irregularities such as unusual tenant behavior, trespassers, fire hazards, leaking water pipes, and security doors left unlocked., • Monitor tenants and facility via security camera systems., • Conduct fire safety patrol and report findings or fire safety concerns to appropriate supervisory personnel., • Conduct security screenings of all tenants and visitors entering the facility., • Issue commendations to support positive tenant behaviors such as peers helping peers, compliance with rules and regulations, etc., • Counsel tenants that violate rules (such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles) and complete infraction reports., • Observe departing employees, visitors and/or tenants to guard against theft of CAMBA property., • Document in the security log book and incident report forms property damage, unusual occurrences, and incidents with employees, visitors and tenants., • Maintain assigned equipment per shift., • Sign equipment in and out for each shift., • High school diploma or G.E.D.Other Requirements:, • Must have 8 hour Pre-Assignment security guard training course certificate., • Must have 16 hour On-the-Job security guard training course certificate or obtain within 90 days of employment., • Must complete 8 Hour Annual In-Service Course each calendar year., • Must have and maintain a NYS Security Guard license., • Must obtain NYS Security Guard registration, and must maintain registration during employment., • Must obtain Fire Guard certification and maintain it throughout employment Compensation: $33,742.80 annually When salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate. This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization. Status: Full-time (35 hours per week) Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays. CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation. 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Job Description Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) — a world-renowned education and poverty-fighting organization based in New York — seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated, and mission-aligned Server for the Food Services Department. The ideal Server will bring a passion for the mission of Harlem Children’s Zone: break the cycle of intergenerational poverty with comprehensive, on-the-ground programming that builds up opportunities for children and families to thrive in school, work, and life. The Server will join our Promise Academy Kitchen team that works to transform how the community engages with food—by improving our nutrition environment and thinking more sustainably about what we eat through hands-on nutrition education in the garden and the kitchen, in the classroom, and in the boardroom. Transforming what we eat is crucial to HCZ’s larger missions—in the classroom, future, and beyond. The better we eat, the better we learn, and the better we live. So, join us as we create a community of educated eaters. We are looking for a dedicated, energetic, reliable, and organized server who enjoys working as part of a team in a fast-paced culinary environment. Servers provide dining services in the HCZ community’s dining room while exceeding hospitality and service standards. As a server, you will be an ambassador of the HCZ Kitchen's core values. You will be responsible for interacting with our guests and ensuring our serving area processes run smoothly. You will report to the Lead Server, Sous Chef, Executive Sous Chef, and Executive Chef, but will be empowered to make your own decisions, with management approval, that create the best overall experience for our guests. For more information, check out Want to Work at Harlem Children’s Zone? Here’s 7 Things You Need to Know. Requirements • High School Diploma, • Good interpersonal and communication skills, • Ability to work in a team environment and demonstrate excellent customer service, • Minimum of two years experience in the food service/customer service, • Must be able to understand verbal and written instructions, • Basic culinary knowledge of product identification, terminology, and production, • Must be able to work well in stressful, high-pressure situations, including handling guest complaints and disputes and resolving them to satisfactory results., • Effective listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns and issues raised by team members and guests must be effective., • Responsible for plating meals according to proper portion sizes, • Responsible for the set-up, breakdown, and re-set of serving lines; and after-meal service, • Assist with stocking, as needed, all side stations and other designated areas with proper supplies and items prior to the start of each meal service, • Maintain sanitary conditions; implement and practice a “Clean as you Go” to keep areas clean and safe. Practice safe, sanitary food handling and service, • Maintain and replenish salad bars during meal periods, • Maintain and replenish milk chest as needed, • Responsible for knowing the daily menu, salad bar, and possible allergens they may contain, • Keep students informed of the scheduled menu and new items while looking for ways to increase breakfast and lunch participation, • Get student customer feedback (food quality, likes, and dislikes) during non-service time, • Completion of additional tasks requested by a management team, • Ability to stand for long periods of time, bend, kneel, and reach to store/retrieve supplies, • Ability to lift, carry, and push supplies and boxes up to 50 pounds, • Monday-Friday As a member of the Harlem Children's Zone team, you will join a supportive and inclusive community dedicated to helping children, families — and our staff — thrive. Please take a look at our Part-Time benefits below. Our exceptional Part-Time benefits include: • Career Advancement, • Paid sick leave, • Employee referral bonus, • Physical wellness discounts, • Commuter benefits Harlem Children's Zone and Promise Academy Charter Schools do not provide work visas for candidates who require employer sponsorship to ensure work authorization in the United States. Harlem Children's Zone is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Description POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Volunteer Coordinator to join our team! The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for supporting and coordinating signature Volunteer programs and activities to support the mission of Iris House in New York. The Volunteer Coordinator works with individual volunteers as well as corporate and community groups in coordination with the needs and operations of Iris House, under the supervision of the Director of Food and Nutrition Services. ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS 1. Maintain volunteer work records, 2. Evaluate volunteers' work, 3. Organize volunteer recognition events and activities, 4. Recruits and energizes volunteers, 5. Management of volunteer relationships, 6. Volunteer scheduling, 7. Communicates with volunteers, 8. Keeping volunteers informed, 9. Maintains volunteer management software system, 10. Organize volunteer training sessions, 11. Volunteer applications, 12. Volunteer appreciation, 13. Coordinate activities to thank volunteers, 14. Develop programs and projects for volunteers, 15. Generate reports about volunteer work, 16. Lead volunteers through orientation and training, 17. Managing and organizing the volunteer database, 18. Managing budgets and resources, 19. Organizing events to attract new members, 20. Recruit volunteers with various techniques OTHER POSITION FUNCTIONS · Provide operational support for the Meal Program including serving meals to families, inventorying, and putting away donations · Identify programs which volunteers are needed to educate the community and clients (i.e. home garden techniques). · Coordinate and collaborate with internal teams to understand and determine current and changing needs of the organization; prepare projects for volunteer groups · Provide timely communication to the volunteer team and other internal stakeholders as needed related programs and key projects · Create monthly volunteer newsletter · Support recognition strategies for groups supporting the House; ranging from sending daily Thank You emails to supporting major events (e.g. Volunteer Recognition Awards dinner) · Assist with annual volunteer fundraising events and other organization-related events · Serve meals as needed · Welcome new and returning volunteer groups to the House; lead tours, encourage and thank them, keep them connected to the mission through knowledge sharing on impact 1. Shares on-call status with other staff members., 2. Demonstrates teamwork and open communication., 3. Performs other related duties as assigned. POSITION REQUIREMENTS Education: Associate’s degree in human services or a related field or equivalent educational and work experience. Experience: Two (2) or more years of related experience. Other Requirements: Excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills. CONTACTS Internal: Frequent contact with Iris House clients and department staff members; occasional contact with visitors. External: Frequent contact with contract provider. Occasional to frequent contact with community-based organizations, medical providers and/or other agencies. Company DescriptionWelcome to Iris House! Iris House saves lives through comprehensive support, prevention and education services for women, families, and under served populations affected by HIV/AIDS and other health disparities in a safe, family-centered environment by passionate, professional and culturally competent staff. Iris House was named for early HIV Activist Iris De La Cruz, whose passion for our cause was instrumental in establishing our programs. To fulfill our mission, Iris House offers practical, family-centered services that promote prevention and education while addressing the day-to-day realities of living with HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C, Diabetes, Obesity, Hypertension, Depression and other health disparities plaguing our communities.Welcome to Iris House!\r\n\r\nIris House saves lives through comprehensive support, prevention and education services for women, families, and under served populations affected by HIV/AIDS and other health disparities in a safe, family-centered environment by passionate, professional and culturally competent staff.\r\n\r\nIris House was named for early HIV Activist Iris De La Cruz, whose passion for our cause was instrumental in establishing our programs.\r\n\r\nTo fulfill our mission, Iris House offers practical, family-centered services that promote prevention and education while addressing the day-to-day realities of living with HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C, Diabetes, Obesity, Hypertension, Depression and other health disparities plaguing our communities.

Job Description Psychology Opportunity - Free Training in Carroll Garden, NY* Seeking candidates who are able to a make a long term commitment (minimum 6 months)| Competitive Pay | Flexible Hours | Free Training | Sign-On & Referral Bonuses Are you ready to start a rewarding career in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) with no prior experience? Join our team as an Entry-Level ABA Therapist and enjoy competitive pay, flexible hours, and a range of bonuses. This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with Autism while building your career! Perks: • Competitive Pay: Earn between $20 - $30 per hour based on experience and performance, • Flexible Hours: Ideal for students or part-time job seekers choose from afternoon and evening shifts that work with your schedule., • Great opportunity for anyone in Education or related fields, as many positions offer afternoon or evening hours. Great role for Teachers, Teachers Assistants, and Paraprofessionals! (No experience needed), • Enjoy job security and advancement opportunities in the thriving ABA industry., • Ideal for those seeking part-time positions., • A fantastic entry point into the field of psychology, providing valuable real-world experience., • Provide one-on-one ABA services to clients, using evidence-based interventions supporting independence and positive behavior., • Serve as an integral member of our clinical team, responsible for the direct implementation of skill-building and care plans., • Record session data accurately using electronic devices., • Foster a positive learning environment for clients and connect with families., • High school diploma or equivalent., • Willingness to learn and passionate about making a difference for children with Autism., • Services will be provided in clients' homes or in community-based locations., • All positions start off part-time., • Required to take the 40-hour Registered Behavior Technician course.

Job Description Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) — a world-renowned education and poverty-fighting organization based in New York — seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated, and mission-aligned Assistant Director (Sous Chef) with the Promise Academy Kitchen Department. The Assistant Director (Sous Chef) will bring a passion for the mission of Harlem Children’s Zone: break the cycle of intergenerational poverty with comprehensive, on-the-ground programming that builds up opportunities for children and families to thrive in school, work, and life. The Assistant Director (Sous Chef) will join our Promise Academy Kitchen team that works to transform how the community engages with food—by improving our nutrition environment and thinking more sustainably about what we eat through hands-on nutrition education in the garden and the kitchen, in the classroom, and in the boardroom. Transforming what we eat is crucial to HCZ’s larger missions—in the classroom, future, and beyond. The better we eat, the better we learn, and the better we live. So, join us as we create a community of educated eaters. The Executive Sous Chef is responsible for assisting the Executive Chef with overall kitchen operation, ensuring maximum guest satisfaction through planning, organizing, directing, and controlling the Kitchen operation and administration. Exhibits culinary talents by personally performing tasks while assisting in leading, coaching, and developing the team and managing all food-related functions. Also assists in supervising all kitchen areas to ensure a consistent, high-quality product is produced. For more information, check out Want to Work at Harlem Children’s Zone? Here’s 7 Things You Need to Know. Requirements • Culinary Diploma from a recognized institution or higher, • Minimum 5 years of large-volume cooking experience along with 5 years of managerial experience or 8 or more years in a food service environment, • Ability to work within a team environment while demonstrating excellent customer service, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, • Must be knowledgeable and willing to comply with the Health Department and other governmental agency regulations, • Knowledge of CACFP and NSLP guidelines and requirements, • Must have extensive knowledge of food preparation and production for volume cooking, • Able to make recommendations to the Executive Chef regarding succession planning, • Create training and professional development for teams, • Communicate with management to ensure the Promise Academy Kitchens are operating successfully, • Ensure that all recipes and product yields are accurately produced and reviewed regularly, • Ensure that all food items are prepared as per standard recipes whilst maintaining portion control and minimizing waste, • Ensure that food stock levels within the culinary department are of sufficient quantity and quality relevant to function forecasts Benefits As a member of the Harlem Children's Zone team, you will join a supportive and inclusive community dedicated to helping children, families — and our staff — thrive. We offer highly competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth. Our exceptional full-time benefits include: • Highly competitive base salaries, • Paid time off, • Employee referral bonus, • Career Advancement, • No-cost health insurance, • Life Insurance, • Short-and long-term disability, • Additional voluntary benefits, • Wellness discounts, • Commuter benefits, • Financial wellness perks, • Additional Benefits (Discounts on flights, hotels, theme parks, concert tickets, and more.) The salary range for this position is $65,000-$75,000 per year. To be considered, interested applicants should apply directly through the posting. No telephone inquiries or recruiters, please. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. Harlem Children’s Zone is an EOE.