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Job DescriptionBenefits: • 401(k), • Flexible schedule EMTs have the basic knowledge and skills necessary to stabilize and safely transport patients ranging from non-emergency and routine medical transports to life threatening emergencies. Emergency Medical Technicians function as part of a comprehensive EMS response system, under medical oversight. Emergency Medical Technicians perform interventions with the basic equipment typically found on an ambulance. Emergency Medical Technicians are a critical link between the scene of an emergency and the health care system. This posting are for applicants who currently possess an EMT certification valid in New Jersey and can meet the duty requirements. Applicants may also apply on our website . Position RequirementsCertification Applicants are required to possess a current and valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification issued by the New Jersey Department of Health. • NOTE: Applicants who possess the higher level certification as a Mobile Intensive Care Paramedic, or Mobile Intensive Care Registered Nurse Certification, issued by the New Jersey Department of Health, are considered to have met the above certification requirements, but can only practice at the level of care the agency is certified to.Applicants are required to possess a current and valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification obtained through an instructor led program with skills verification, a written examination, and include both one and two rescuer CPR (infant, child and adult), use of bag-valve mask ventilation devices (BVM) and semi-automatic external defibrillator (SAED) training issued by:, • American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider, • American Red Cross Professional Rescuer, • American Safety and Health Institute Professional Rescuer, • AAOS/ACEP Emergency Care and Safety Institute Healthcare Provider, • National Safety Council Basic Life Support: Healthcare and Professional Rescuers, • Department of Defense Professional RescuerDriver's License Applicants will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey and have an acceptable Driver History Abstract. Criminal Background Check Applicants will be required to possess a criminal background that is free of criminal history that is inconsistent with the conduct required to be an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) subject to the guidance of the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Experience Applicants are required to have 18 months experience as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) responding to 911 emergency calls or four (4) years experience as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) providing general transport. Position QualificationsTraining Within four (4) weeks of hiring, and as required thereafter, the applicants must complete the following training provided by the agency, or show proof of completion of an alternative course subject to approval by the agency Training Officer: • BLS Protocols: Anaphylaxis, Atraumatic Chest Pain/Discomfort, Opiate Overdose, Respiratory Distress, and Spinal Motion Restriction;, • Bloodborne Pathogens: Required by OSHA with annual refresher training;, • CBRNE Awareness: Required by Hazardous Materials Regulations for New Jersey Emergency Responders with annual refresher training;, • Developmental Disabilities Awareness: Required by New Jersey Public Law 2008, Chapter 80;, • Hazard Communication/Right to Know: Required by OSHA with biennial refresher training;, • Hazardous Materials Awareness: Required by Hazardous Materials Regulations for New Jersey Emergency Responders with annual refresher training;, • HIPAA Awareness: Required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) with annual refresher training;, • IS-100: Required by Homeland Security Directive No. 5 (HSPD-5) and defined by New Jersey Executive Order #50;, • IS-700: Required by Homeland Security Directive No. 5 (HSPD-5) and defined by New Jersey Executive Order #50;, • Respiratory Protection: Required by OSHA with annual refresher training;, • Sexual Harassment Prevention: Required by New Jersey Laws Against Discrimination (LAD) with annual refresher training; and, • Workplace Harassment Prevention: Required by New Jersey Laws Against Discrimination (LAD) with annual refresher training.Field Training and Evaluation Program (FTEP) Applicants are required to complete a FTEP program to systematically train all candidate Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) in the operations and standards of the Union Emergency Medical Unit (Union EMU) Emergency Medical Services (EMS) system. It will be used with new EMTs, both new to EMS and new to Union EMU, to further educate them beyond their current knowledge base and tailor their skills to our agencys operations. This program will: • Verify candidates skills proficiency, clinical decision making, and communication skills;, • Familiarize the candidate with the different forms of documentation expected by Union EMU;, • Help the candidate understand and learn the policies and procedures of Union EMU; and, • Assure the candidate feels confident to fulfill his/her role as an Emergency Medical TechnicianPhysical Demands The work of an Emergency Medical Technician is physically strenuous and can be stressful. To maintain their position, Emergency Medical Technicians must: • Have good physical stamina, endurance, and body condition which would not be adversely affected by lifting, carrying, and balancing at times, patients in excess of 125 pounds (250 pounds, with assistance);, • Be physically able to work twenty-four-hour continuous shifts, if needed; and, • Demonstrate motor coordination, which necessary for the well-being of the patient, the Emergency Medical Technician, and co-workers over uneven terrain.Work Environment Emergency Medical Technicians have one of the highest rates of injuries and illnesses of all occupations. Risks can be reduced by following proper safety procedures. To maintain their position, Emergency Medical Technicians must be able to work in environments that includes: • Working both indoors and outdoors, in all types of weather;, • Considerable kneeling, bending, and lifting while caring for and moving patients;, • The potential to be exposed to contagious diseases and viruses, such as hepatitis B and HIV; and, • Potentially treating combative patients.Examples of work can include:, • Answers calls for emergency medical treatment;, • Drives ambulance to required location, parks ambulance in a safe location, and creates a safe traffic environment by placement of road flares, removal of debris, and redirection of traffic;, • Determines the nature and extent of injury and establishes priorities for emergency care;, • Administers emergency care such as opening and maintaining airway, giving positive pressure ventilation, and cardio-resuscitation;, • Stops bleeding by bandaging or tourniquets, treats shock, immobilizes fractures, and provides initial care of poisoned and burn patients;, • Searches for medical identification emblem as a clue for providing emergency care;, • Extricates patient from entrapment;, • Radios the dispatcher for additional help if needed;, • Prepares victims for transportation in an ambulance;, • Cares for patient on return trip to hospital;, • Reports to the dispatcher the nature and extent of injuries to ensure prompt medical care on arrival;, • May request advice from hospital physician or emergency department;, • May deliver newborn infants;, • On arrival, transfers patient to stretcher, carries or wheels into hospital; and provides nurse or doctor evaluation of the patient's condition;, • Prepares reports of trips made and enters information into a chronological log;, • May also act as dispatcher determining priorities in calls for ambulance and dispatching the ambulance; and, • Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.Duty Requirements To maintain their position, Emergency Medical Technicians must work a prescribed number of duty hours each month consistent with either the regular or differential requirements: Regular Requirements • Work a minimum of fifty (50) hours in a calendar month;, • Work ten (10) hours of the required fifty (50) hours designated as Weekend, Holiday, and/or Emergency Differential in a calendar month;, • Work one (1) assignment designated as a Special Event between January to June; and, • Work one (1) assignment designated as a Special Event between July to December.Differential Requirements, • Work twenty-five (25) hours designated as Weekend, Holiday, and/or Emergency Differential hours in a calendar month;, • Work two (2) assignments designated as a Special Event between January to June; and, • Work two (2) assignments designated as a Special Event between July to December.Hours worked for Special Events will count towards the monthly hour requirement. However, no hours will count towards the duty requirement if they are designated as Staffing Differential. Job Knowledge and Abilities To maintain their position, Emergency Medical Technicians must consistently demonstrate the following: • Knowledge of principles of emergency medical and first aid treatment., • Knowledge of the techniques used to administer pulmonary and cardiac resuscitation., • Knowledge of the techniques used to administer oxygen., • Knowledge of appropriate emergency treatment depending on the patient's condition., • Ability to remain calm in an emergency situation., • Ability to establish rapport with the patient., • Ability to drive an ambulance with caution., • Ability to work harmoniously with others., • Ability to determine the nature and extent of injury and provide emergency medical treatment., • Ability to administer first aid, CPR, and other emergency medical care., • Ability to prioritize emergency medical treatment needs., • Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units., • Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication., • Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.Competencies To maintain their position, Emergency Medical Technicians must annually demonstrate competencies in the following areas and any other area deemed necessary by Medical Director: • Patient assessment, including vital signs and ongoing evaluation;, • Pulmonary or cardiopulmonary resuscitation and foreign body airway obstruction management;, • Oxygen administration;, • Oropharyngeal or nasopharyngeal airway insertion;, • Oropharyngeal and nasopharyngeal suctioning;, • Emergency treatment for bleeding, burns, poisoning, seizures, soft tissue injuries, chest-abdominal-pelvic injuries, muscle and bone injuries, eye injuries and childbirth (including care of the newborn), as prescribed within the National Standard Curriculum for EMT-Basics;, • Application of spinal immobilization devices and splinting materials, including traction splints;, • Basic triage and basic maneuvers to gain access to the patient;, • Patient lifting and moving techniques;, • AED utilization;, • Assisting an EMT-Paramedic, registered nurse or physician; and, • Assisting a patient to administer drugs previously prescribed for that patient, limited to:, • Prescribed metered dose inhaler;, • Sublingual nitroglycerin; or, • Epinephrine auto injector.Disclaimer, • This position posting was developed in conjunction with the functional job analysis that was developed by the Psychoeducational Clinic of the Ohio State University, at the request of the Board of Directors of the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians. The functional job analysis was later endorsed by a committee comprised of members of the National Association of State EMS Directors and the National Council of State EMS Training Coordinators. The NREMT Board also utilized this functional job analysis in the development of examination accommodations to meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act., • The agency will utilize this functional job analysis to provide any reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals to meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the New Jersey Laws Against Discrimination. However, any accommodation that creates an undue hardship is not required to be provided by the agency, and may make the applicant ineligible., • The agency reserves the modify this position posting at any time.

Job Description POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Aquatic Director, the Aquatic Coordinator assist in maintaining proper health and safety standards, assist with supervising lifeguards and instructors, and assist in the general supervision of the aquatic facilities both within the facility and outdoor seasonal facilities, as assigned. A minimum of 50% of incumbent’s time will be hands-on instructing, guarding and supervising. The incumbent must have the ability to model the mission of the YMCA, and carry it out in a professional manner. The emphasis of this position will be placed on the development and supervision of all non-competitive swim programs for all ages and to ensure quality aquatic programs are delivered into the community. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Have a complete understanding of the operations of the Aquatic Department., • Ensure all health and safety guidelines are strictly adhered to ensuring the well-being of all participants, guests, members and staff., • Assist Aquatic Director in identifying and developing well-rounded, quality aquatic programs for all ages and levels, meeting the aquatic objectives and are of excellent value., • Ensure the delivery of quality programs that stress safety, fun, and an environment of friendly learning and are consistent with the YMCA’s mission., • Maintain a neat, orderly and safe pool deck., • Assists in overseeing and maintaining the pool cleaning schedule for the aquatic facility, as assigned, this can include outdoor seasonal facilities as well., • Work closely with the Aquatic Director to maintain a cohesive, well=developed, highly trained staff team and assist with the scheduling of aquatic staff as well as providing direct, hands-on support to the aquatic staff., • Ensure all guards and instructors and actively engaged in their role and responsibility., • Keep accurate attendance records, help schedule make-ups and additional records or paperwork as assigned., • Support the Aquatic Leadership team in all forms of communication to parents and participants., • Follow the house rules and expect the same of his/her staff., • Promote a “member friendly and family friendly” environment., • Spend time with the students and parents to ensure all expectations are met., • Keep the Aquatic Director and Assistant Aquatic Director apprised of activities, situations or concerns in the pool area or staffing., • Maintain a professional appearance, • Attend all mandatory meeting, as well as those recommended by supervisor REQUIREMENTS: • The incumbent must be at least 21 years of age and have a minimum of 2 years supervisory experience with an emphasis on scheduling multiple pools and locations., • The incumbent must be currently certified in First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Lifeguarding, O2, and AED. Lifeguard Trainer, WSI or YSI recommended at time of hire or secured within one year., • Must have the ability to conduct, record and analyze in-services and drills to ensure all guards’ skills are reviewed consistently and remain strong., • The incumbent must have experience in supervising and evaluating employees and arranging work schedules., • Skills in public relations, as well as good written and verbal communication skills are required., • Ability to develop positive relationships with members, volunteers and staff are essential., • Incumbent must have ability to assist with hiring, training and supervising swim instructors and other aquatic staff. Normal amounts of walking, standing, sitting, running, jumping, lifting, pushing, pulling, speaking, reading, and writing. Must be able to hear, see and respond quickly to patron’s needs.

Job Description Title: Creative Arts Therapist Department: PALS Supervisor: Program Director of PALS Effective Date: ASAP Status: Part Time Rate: $35 / hour JOB SUMMARY The Creative Arts Therapist is a direct service position that has the responsibility for the provision of creative arts therapy within the YWCA Eastern Union County PALS Program. The areas of focus are creative arts therapy (dance/movement, drama, art) individual and group, intake and assessment, parent education, and documentation. All positions within the shelter will be trained for answering the hotline, and for coverage of backup shifts. EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE/SPECIALIZED TRAINING • Master's degree in creative art therapy or equivalent., • Must be Board Certified (ATR-BC) or eligible., • Must have prior counseling and/or clinical experience., • Experience with children, domestic violence, and/or trauma survivors very strongly preferred., • Bilingual/bicultural a substantive plus, • Excellent verbal, written, and public speaking skills., • Knowledge of computer programs including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)., • Bilingual in Spanish., • Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation., • Maintain flexibility in schedule to meet client needs., • Be available for some evenings and weekends. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES Intake & Assessment • Conduct intake assessments with each child., • Assist in administering psychological tests to children enrolling in the PALS program., • Create individualized treatment plan for each child., • Provide individual, group and family creative arts therapies to participants of the Organization PALS program., • Ensure that age-appropriate safety planning is integrated into creative arts sessions where possible and appropriate., • Educate parents, where appropriate, regarding the dynamics of domestic violence and the effects of witnessing on children., • Educate parents, where appropriate, regarding non-violent strategies for parenting children who have been traumatized., • Encourage parent-child and sibling-sibling bonding through participation in family-based creative art therapy sessions. Training & Supervision • Attend weekly/monthly staff meetings and supervisory meetings., • Participate in YWCA 40-hour training, community and professional trainings as needed. Documentation • Provide and maintain adequate client records and reports., • Submit information and reports in a timely and professional manner. SPECIFIC DUTIES • Attend team meetings, conferences and trainings as directed., • Participate in YWCA events, programs and volunteer/professional 40-hour training., • Coordinate services with other YWCA programs to insure holistic and comprehensive services to families., • Represent agency in external committees as needed., • Represent PALS in internal committees as needed., • Provide transportation if needed., • Other duties as assigned by supervisor., • All positions will be trained to answer the hotline and for shelter shift coverage. This job description is a broad outline of the responsibilities and duties that will be amended as needed to meet the program priorities of the YWCA Union County and their ensuring work requirements. It should not be construed as a contract. Mission of the YWCA-Union County The YWCA is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. YWCA Eastern Union County Core Values Commitment to the mission and working together for the well-being of the community Integrity in relationships, practices, and decisions. Respect for each one's roles, diversity, and viewpoints. Compassion in understanding, attitude, and action. Empowerment to create positive choices, recognize potential, and reach goals. Excellence in practice and expectation.

Job Description Title: Creative Arts Therapist Department: PALS Supervisor: Program Director of PALS Effective Date: ASAP Status: Fulltime Time Rate: $35 / hour JOB SUMMARY The Creative Arts Therapist is a direct service position that has the responsibility for the provision of creative arts therapy within the YWCA Eastern Union County PALS Program. The areas of focus are creative arts therapy (dance/movement, drama, art) individual and group, intake and assessment, parent education, and documentation. All positions within the shelter will be trained for answering the hotline, and for coverage of backup shifts. EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE/SPECIALIZED TRAINING • Master's degree in creative art therapy or equivalent., • Must be Board Certified (ATR-BC) or eligible., • Must have prior counseling and/or clinical experience., • Experience with children, domestic violence, and/or trauma survivors very strongly preferred., • Bilingual/bicultural a substantive plus, • Excellent verbal, written, and public speaking skills., • Knowledge of computer programs including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)., • Bilingual in Spanish., • Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation., • Maintain flexibility in schedule to meet client needs., • Be available for some evenings and weekends. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES Intake & Assessment • Conduct intake assessments with each child., • Assist in administering psychological tests to children enrolling in the PALS program., • Create individualized treatment plan for each child., • Provide individual, group and family creative arts therapies to participants of the Organization PALS program., • Ensure that age-appropriate safety planning is integrated into creative arts sessions where possible and appropriate., • Educate parents, where appropriate, regarding the dynamics of domestic violence and the effects of witnessing on children., • Educate parents, where appropriate, regarding non-violent strategies for parenting children who have been traumatized., • Encourage parent-child and sibling-sibling bonding through participation in family-based creative art therapy sessions. Training & Supervision • Attend weekly/monthly staff meetings and supervisory meetings., • Participate in YWCA 40-hour training, community and professional trainings as needed. Documentation • Provide and maintain adequate client records and reports., • Submit information and reports in a timely and professional manner. SPECIFIC DUTIES • Attend team meetings, conferences and trainings as directed., • Participate in YWCA events, programs and volunteer/professional 40-hour training., • Coordinate services with other YWCA programs to insure holistic and comprehensive services to families., • Represent agency in external committees as needed., • Represent PALS in internal committees as needed., • Provide transportation if needed., • Other duties as assigned by supervisor., • All positions will be trained to answer the hotline and for shelter shift coverage. This job description is a broad outline of the responsibilities and duties that will be amended as needed to meet the program priorities of the YWCA Union County and their ensuring work requirements. It should not be construed as a contract. Mission of the YWCA-Union County The YWCA is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. YWCA Eastern Union County Core Values Commitment to the mission and working together for the well-being of the community Integrity in relationships, practices, and decisions. Respect for each one's roles, diversity, and viewpoints. Compassion in understanding, attitude, and action. Empowerment to create positive choices, recognize potential, and reach goals. Excellence in practice and expectation.

Job DescriptionDescription: Job Title: Housekeeper Department: Operations Reports to: Program Manager Job Summary: The housekeeper is to maintain a sterile environment in and around such facility. Must be able to maintain cleanliness and a germ-free environment in facilities that are constantly exposed to the spread of germs and diseases. Duties/Responsibilities: • Clean floors and surfaces using predefined cleaning methods and procedures, • Mix appropriate quantities of cleaning liquids and chemicals in accordance with state safety regulations, • Dust, mop and sweep rooms and administrative offices, • Clean and disinfect public restrooms, • Clean mirrors and windows along with polishing fittings and fixtures, • Empty trash receptacles and ensure proper compaction of surgical waste according to policies, • Create and maintain an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, • Inform Operations Director of any cleaning equipment that may need repair or replacement, • Inform Operations Director about any building hazard and assist in addressing it, • Maintain adequate stock of cleaning supplies, • Perform related work as required or as assigned by Supervisor Requirements: Required Skills/Abilities: • Good communication skills, • Physically dexterous, • Attention to detail, • Multitasking, • Ability to take and follow instructions, • Customer service, • Ability to work without supervision, • Minimum of high school diploma, • Working within a Mental and Substance abuse facility is preferred. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Working Conditions and Environment: • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions., • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate., • Position is required to work in indoor and outdoor environments as needed. Potential exposure to aggressive situations., • Potential exposure to airborne/bloodborne pathogens and other potentially infectious diseases