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  • Peer Specialist
    Peer Specialist
    4 hours ago
    $21.63–$24.04 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Join a team of employees who care about the wellbeing of others. We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement. From health and wellness resources to generous PTO, professional development, and more, explore all that we offer on our Benefits Page and see how S:US invests in you. We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information and including all other statuses protected by Federal, State and Local laws. S:US is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use of services animals. Job summary: Experienced Peer Specialist to work on a newly funded innovative Care Transition team that serves participants transitioning to the community from a higher level of care. As a member of the Pathway Home multi-disciplinary team the Peer Specialist position will work under the supervision of the Team Leader. The role will involve facilitating transition from one level of care to the community by addressing the preparatory needs of participants in the early stages of recovery, discharge planning, development of daily living skills, and coping mechanisms through team and individual work in the community. The team will follow individuals into the community using the Pathway Home model of care to ensure that they become both linked and engaged with identified community providers and that their support network is sufficient to meet their needs. The Peer Specialist engages participants in peer-based services to identify and overcome barriers to community integration, utilizing a peer relationship to foster connection, trust, understanding and validation with community providers and supports. The role will require on call coverage and a willingness to work flexible hours. Job Responsibilities: • Engagement beginning from referring location with involvement in transition planning, including a needs assessment of community transition supports essential to stabilizing the participant;, • Individual sessions with participants emphasizing prevention and preparing for independent community living and the promotion of optimum mental and emotional health. May require helping participants deal with issues associated with but not limited to family and social relationships; stress and symptom management; activities of daily living; medication management; and housing readiness;, • Provide intensive emotional and practical support to participants as they transition back into their communities and into a supportive housing and/or living environment;, • Work with participants and their housing providers to resolve clinical issues that are impacting on the participant’s ability to obtain, manage, and retain supportive housing;, • Assist and instruct participants in attending to daily living skills such as personal hygiene, grooming and laundry, nutrition/meal preparation, budgeting, and socialization tasks and skills needed to successfully live and work in the community environments of their choice and also in maintaining a safe living environment;, • Foster and maintain cooperative and collaborative relationships with community providers and network members to facilitate connections or re-connections to services and supports;, • Community navigation including accompanying to first behavioral health and medical appointment, travel training, reengagement in community care, referral to services with ability to identify and address potential services and barriers to obtain and maintain such services;, • Establish collaborative working relationships with referring treatment teams and other partners and plan with them for appropriate discharges for participants;, • Advocate with and for program participants to achieve personal goals and address barriers such as fear, stigma and communication disparities with community providers and supports;, • Provide on-call after hour crisis intervention services when needed to participants and their support network, including respite referrals and other diversion and stabilization services;, • Attend and participate in team meetings and supervisory sessions;, • Develop short-term person-centered treatment plans to assist participant towards achieving their goals;, • Monitor and record participant’s progress and modify plan according to needs and preference;, • Perform various needs assessment for essential ongoing community integration and support;, • Timely and accurate documentation of participant information within Health Information Technology platform, • Comply with all required in-service training and staff development;, • Perform other related duties as assigned; Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: · Knowledge of Behavioral Health systems, Mental health legislation and regulations, and health conditions ·Ability to manage multiple projects and ask for help when needed ·Ability to participate on a team to accomplish tasks ·Serves as a role model to staff and stakeholders ·Ability to work with all stakeholders: participants, network, families, and government staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration for cultural differences ·Knowledge of treatment, rehabilitation, and community support programs as they relate to members and their families ·Knowledge of techniques for identifying risk, including crisis management techniques Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent or higher. New York State Certified Peer Specialist preferred or required Completion of an internship or comparable training in peer advocacy; experience in providing advocacy services to people who are mentally ill and/or homeless. Past or current participant of behavioral health, substance services or homeless services preferred.

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  • Prevention Specialist
    Prevention Specialist
    2 days ago
    $25–$30 hourly
    Part-time
    Arrochar, Staten Island

    Job Title: Prevention Specialist Schedule: Approximately 10 to 25 hours per week Job Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt, Hourly Pay Rate: $25 to $30 per hour JOB DESCRIPTION United Activities Unlimited, Inc. (UAU) is a Staten Island-based community organization providing youth development, education, and community support services. The Prevention Specialist supports OASAS-funded prevention programming by delivering evidence-based education, outreach, and counseling services to at-risk youth and community members. This role focuses on assessment, prevention counseling, community engagement, and documentation while supporting positive youth development and reducing risk factors related to substance use, violence, and family stressors. This position requires regular travel throughout Staten Island. REQUIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS · Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services, Early Childhood Education, or a related field required · Must be at least 18 years of age · Fluent Spanish required · Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license required · Minimum of two years of experience working with youth ages 5 to 18 · Experience providing prevention, counseling, outreach, or youth services · Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Drive, and virtual platforms · Strong verbal, written, and problem-solving communication skills · Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment · Willingness to take initiative and maintain a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings or weekends · Demonstrated cultural competence and respect for individuals’ diverse backgrounds and abilities PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS · Ability to work in a standard office environment using typical office equipment · Ability to sit, stand, and walk throughout the workday · Ability to remain in a stationary position for portions of the day · Ability to work both indoors and outdoors based on program needs and weather conditions · Ability to travel to multiple program sites throughout Staten Island · Ability to communicate clearly and exchange accurate information · Ability to observe details at close range EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER United Activities Unlimited, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). UAU is committed to creating an inclusive work environment and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

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  • Employment Specialist
    Employment Specialist
    18 hours ago
    $19.23–$20.19 hourly
    Full-time
    Brooklyn, New York

    SCOPE OF ROLE: The Employment Specialist will conduct assessment interviews to gather information relative to client’s skills, education and interests. He /she will Design and facilitate vocational/employment group and maintain an active employment vocational/educational data bank and serve as Program Representative at Workforce and Employment Initiatives and Meetings. The specialist will identify barriers to employment e.g.-ESL, Substance Abuse, Mental Health and in collaboration with Case Manager make appropriate referrals. Provide career coaching and assist with resume preparation, job search and filing applications. II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES · Allocates competitive employment positions in the community. · Provides hands on job training to consumers at job sites. · Maintains on-going liaison with job sites. · Keeps abreast of consumer’s employment progress in a timely and efficient manner. · Maintains updated information and progress notes in consumer case records · Assists consumers with job readiness and search activities. · Co-facilitates weekly Work Readiness Seminar. · Provides direct counseling and on-going assessments as needed. · Represents the agency to the community at large and participates in professional meetings. · Reports all relevant information to supervisor and program staff. · Interprets relevant information to resolve problems, effectively balances considerations and alternatives to make sound decisions. · Handles unexpected situations by responding effectively to challenges, deadlines and emergencies. · Provides timely, accurate and clear documentation according to established policies and procedures. · Applies time management skills to work effectively within given deadlines, carries out directives, organizes own time and prioritizes workload effectively while using resources wisely. · Willingness to initiate new ideas, consistently looks for better ways of doing things. · Demonstrates effective verbal, written, and listening skills. · Works well as part of a team. · Can be relied upon to be available as needed, modeling good attendance and punctuality practices. · Responds to consumer needs promptly, accurately and with courtesy and respect, models appropriate behavior, represents the organization in a positive and appropriate manner to outside resources. · Supports the missions and values of SUS and draws attention to behavior that undermines group effectiveness or is inconsistent with core values. · Maintains confidentiality of consumers and staff. · Maintains positive enthusiasm toward job accountabilities and objectives, persists with extra effort and overcomes obstacles to get the job done. · All other duties as assigned. III. REQUIREMENTS REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE · High School Diploma/GED Required, bachelor’s degree preferred. · Ability to work independently and as part of a team, to assist adults of diverse ethnicities, backgrounds, ages, and sexual preferences. · Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. · Evening hours are required.

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  • Team Member (Fast Food)
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    Team Member (Fast Food)
    2 days ago
    $17–$19 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    CULTIVATE A BETTER EXPERIENCE At Taco Tek, we believe fast food shouldn’t feel like fast food. We’re on a mission to serve bold Mexican-inspired flavors using fresh ingredients, made-to-order meals, and genuine hospitality. Whether we’re preparing a burrito, grilling steak, frying fresh chips, or welcoming guests with a smile, every team member plays an important role in creating an exceptional experience. We’re looking for energetic, dependable people who take pride in their work, enjoy working with others, and want to grow with a fast-growing restaurant brand. If that sounds like you, we’d love to meet you. THE OPPORTUNITY As a Crew Member, you’ll learn every aspect of the restaurant. Depending on your experience and shift, you’ll rotate through different stations including: • Grill, • Prep, • Line, • Cashier, • FOH, • Closing & Opening Operations Whether you’re opening the restaurant in the morning or closing late at night, you’ll help deliver great food and outstanding service while maintaining Taco Tek’s standards for quality, cleanliness, speed, and hospitality. No two shifts are exactly alike, giving you the opportunity to learn new skills and grow into leadership positions. WHAT YOU’LL DO Every shift starts with one goal: Deliver an exceptional guest experience. Responsibilities may include: Guest Experience • Welcome every guest with a positive attitude., • Prepare customized orders accurately and efficiently., • Deliver friendly, fast, and genuine customer service., • Resolve guest concerns professionally., • Maintain a clean and inviting dining room. Food Preparation • Prepare fresh ingredients daily., • Grill meats and vegetables., • Fry chips, fries, quesadillas, and other menu items., • Assemble burritos, bowls, tacos, nachos, salads, and other made-to-order meals., • Follow recipes and portion standards., • Ensure food quality and presentation meet Taco Tek standards. Restaurant Operations • Stock and replenish ingredients throughout the shift., • Rotate inventory using FIFO procedures., • Monitor food quality and freshness., • Complete prep work throughout the day., • Follow all food safety and sanitation standards., • Complete temperature logs and required checklists. Teamwork • Support teammates during busy periods., • Communicate clearly between front and back of house., • Help train new Crew Members., • Maintain a positive, respectful work environment. MORNING SHIFT RESPONSIBILITIES Morning Crew Members help prepare the restaurant for a successful day by: • Opening kitchen and dining areas, • Preparing fresh ingredients, • Cooking proteins and sides, • Stocking stations, • Receiving deliveries, • Organizing inventory, • Preparing online order stations, • Ensuring the restaurant is ready before opening NIGHT & CLOSING SHIFT RESPONSIBILITIES Closing Crew Members help finish the day strong by: • Serving late-night guests with the same quality and hospitality, • Keeping stations stocked until closing, • Breaking down kitchen equipment, • Cleaning grills, fryers, prep stations, and dining areas, • Properly storing food, • Completing nightly prep, • Washing dishes and utensils, • Completing closing checklists, • Leaving the restaurant clean, organized, and ready for the next day’s team WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE We’re looking for people who are: • Reliable and punctual, • Positive and hardworking, • Team-oriented, • Friendly and guest-focused, • Willing to learn, • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, • Passionate about fresh food and hospitality Qualifications: • Restaurant or customer service experience preferred, but not required., • Strong communication skills., • Ability to stand for long periods., • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds., • Comfortable working around hot equipment., • Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays., • Must meet minimum hiring age requirements., • 21+ preferred for certain positions. GROW WITH TACO TEK Many of our leaders started as Crew Members. We believe in promoting from within and investing in our people. Potential career path: Crew Member ↓ Kitchen Specialist / Cash Lead ↓ Shift Leader ↓ Assistant General Manager ↓ General Manager ↓ District Manager WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE ✔ Competitive pay ✔ Free meal during every shift ✔ Flexible scheduling ✔ Paid training ✔ Growth opportunities ✔ Cross-training across multiple stations ✔ Employee recognition programs ✔ Team-focused culture ✔ Fast-paced environment where every day is different ✔ Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding restaurant brand OUR VALUES Fresh First We prepare food with pride using quality ingredients. Hospitality Always Every guest deserves an exceptional experience. Better Together We win as one team. Own It Take responsibility. Solve problems. Lead by example. Keep Growing Learn something every shift. Move With Purpose Work efficiently without sacrificing quality. Join the Taco Tek Team Whether you’re looking for your first job, building a career in hospitality, or searching for a place where hard work is recognized, Taco Tek is a place where you can learn, grow, and make an impact every day. Fresh Food. Great People. Endless Opportunity.

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  • District Production Manager (South Jersey)
    District Production Manager (South Jersey)
    5 days ago
    $65000–$75000 yearly
    Full-time
    Moonachie

    Reports to: Director of Food Production With a projected 1,000 cafes in the United States by 2030, Paris Baguette is one of the fastest-growing neighborhood bakery cafés in the world. Our vision is to reestablish the neighborhood bakery café as the heart of the community around the world. Paris Baguette's mission is to bring expertly crafted baked and brewed goods through a warm and welcoming bakery café experience that delivers joy to everyone. If you are someone who has heart, wants to spread joy, nourish community and is ready to rise to the occasion, we are looking for you to join our growing team! WHAT WE ARE HUNGRY FOR The District Production Manager is responsible for managing sanitation, monitoring packaging and all displays to ensure the best quality products are delivered to our customers. Under this role, you will keep the store's sanitation, displays and quality at the highest level. This candidate will be a key leader who focuses on educating and mentoring employees effectively to ensure customer satisfaction when they buy product from Paris Baguette. The ideal candidate will have a deep knowledge of food producing techniques, sanitation, and quality assurance to help achieve our mission to bring expertly crafted baked and brewed goods to our guests through a warm and welcoming bakery café experience. KNOWLEDGE AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Supervise the entire store staffs in a region, • Recruit and hire staff for any open position at stores, • Plan, direct, and manage time and schedule of production staffs of stores, • Train and educate employees on the importance of quality, sanitation and food producing techniques to ensure customer satisfaction., • Set purchasing planning, • Check and improve the process and facility, • Evaluate sanitary compliance by individual staff in factory/store, • Evaluate sanitary level in factory/store, • Check the local sanitation related law and regulation, and reflect this to the business rules/process, • Monitor the Health Inspection standards compliance, • Oversees and find the content unsuitable for the store sanitation, • Establishment of joint measures to improve the sanitary level with production field manager, • Assess the sanitary improvement activities and feedback, • Evaluate the quality of products produced in stores, • Improvements training, • Prepare a report on new product launching, • New product related training, • Periodical reports to the production team leader on a daily/weekly basis (staff/product/work activities, etc.), • Report products for defects, • Calculate and report the product cost, • Manage and report personnel expenses of production specialists, • Other duties may be assigned WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE • Educational background as a Confectionery/Foods major (over 6 months courses in Culinary School)., • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience (Bakery/Café experience preferred), • Knowledge on food producing processes, sanitation, and quality programs, • Knowledge on food producing techniques, food microbiology, and food sanitary safety practice and procedures, • Food Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP Principles, ISO 9000, and baking related regulatory knowledge, • Skills in root cause analysis, problem solving, ability in applying technical principles to project management, • Passion for people! Dynamic and engaged leader who has a passion for empowering, inspiring, motivating & developing team members., • Exceptional organizational and communication skills with the ability to effectively balance priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced, ever-changing, and highly entrepreneurial environment., • Feedback is a gift! Ability to provide constructive feedback and recognition to every member of the organization, to ensure we have an open and transparent culture of high performance standards., • High emotional intelligence with the ability to work with, and manage diverse teams by being highly empathetic, intuitive, self-motivated and driven., • Teams Win! Has to be a team player who fosters a collaborative and engaged teamwork environment., • Being a Brand Ambassador, with an excellent knowledge of and commitment to Paris Baguette's Mission, Vision, Brand Values and Culture., • Love of travel! Ability to commute to all current Corporate and Franchise locations, as well as proposed openings. SWEET BENEFITS • Competitive compensation, • Free Cake for your Birthday, • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits, • 401K Retirement Plan, • Paid time off, paid Holidays, • High Performance Culture

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  • Administrative Assistant
    Administrative Assistant
    21 days ago
    $25–$35 hourly
    Full-time
    North Arlington

    Admin Support Specialist - Food Manufacturing Location: North Arlington, NJ (On-Site) Compensation: $25/hour - $35/hour (40 hours per week) | Based on experience Schedule: Full-Time | Monday-Friday We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Admin Support Specialist to join our team in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This position is ideal for someone with administrative coordination experience who enjoys supporting multiple departments and keeping projects moving. You will play a key role in supporting commercial buyers by ensuring accurate product information, efficient order processing, and professional sales materials. If you thrive in a deadline-driven environment and have strong skills in PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, and administrative coordination, we want to hear from you. What You'll Do: Sales Support & Marketing Coordination • Create and update customer-facing sales materials, including:, • Sell sheets, • Product catalogs, • Pricing sheets, • Sales presentations, • Support seasonal promotions, holiday programs, and new product launches., • Assist with product introductions by preparing launch materials and presentations., • Create and revise packaging mockups and marketing assets using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop., • Take and edit basic product photos for internal presentations and customer materials., • Ensure all sales collateral remains accurate, professional, and brand consistent. Administrative Support: • Process purchase orders and sales orders accurately and efficiently., • Maintain customer, pricing, and product information within company systems., • Update and manage product documentation, including:, • Item numbers, • Pricing, • Nutritional information, • Product specifications, • Generate quotes and assist with customer requests as needed., • Communicate daily with sales, purchasing, production, and operations teams to ensure orders and projects stay on track., • Support cross-functional initiatives and maintain smooth workflow between departments. Qualifications: Required 2 years of experience in one or more of the following: • Sales support, • Sales coordinator, • Buyer support, • Administrative coordinator, • Strong Microsoft PowerPoint skills., • Experience using Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop., • Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail., • Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment., • Strong written and verbal communication skills., • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Preferred but not required: • Experience/knowledge in food manufacturing, consumer packaged goods (CPG), wholesale, distribution, or related industries., • Experience with order entry systems, generating quotes, and maintaining product documentation., • Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, • Basic photography and photo editing experience.

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  • Part-time Licensed Esthetician - Waxing & Sugaring Specialist
    Part-time Licensed Esthetician - Waxing & Sugaring Specialist
    28 days ago
    $58000–$62000 yearly
    Part-time
    Hartsdale

    ✨ Calling All Estheticians: Your Dream Role Awaits at Hello Sugar! ✨ Do you love skin? Love people? Love making others feel radiant? Then you’ll love being part of Hello Sugar—a vibrant new waxing and sugaring studio opening soon in Westchester! We’re not just another salon. We’re a movement built on confidence, kindness, and top-tier technique. At Hello Sugar, our estheticians are celebrated as artists and professionals. We offer: • Above-industry pay, • Flexible scheduling, • A supportive, high-energy team culture, • Ongoing paid training—even if you’re new to sugaring We’re growing fast and hiring selectively. If you’re passionate about skin care and ready to shine, we want to meet you. ✨What We’re Looking For We’re building a team of estheticians who are: • Licensed in NY State., • Experienced waxers preferred., • Eager to learn new techniques—no sugaring experience required!, • Warm, professional, and team-oriented., • Skilled at making clients feel comfortable, confident, and cared for., • Motivated to build a loyal clientele and stay busy doing what you love. ✨ What You’ll Do As a Hello Sugar specialist, you’ll: • Perform full-body waxing and sugaring for all genders., • Offer skin and brow consultations with a focus on education., • Provide lash lifts, brow lamination, and tinting services., • Recommend products and memberships that support client goals., • Maintain a clean, welcoming workspace., • Join monthly or bi-monthly team development sessions. ✨Why Hello Sugar? We believe beauty is personal—and so is your career. At Hello Sugar, you’ll be empowered to grow, connect, and thrive. We sugar our clients with love, and we treat our team with the same care. Ready to bring your talent to a place that truly values you? Let’s glow together. Job Type: Part-time Benefits: • Employee discount, • Flexible schedule, • Parental leave, • Professional development assistance Benefits: • Employee discount, • Flexible schedule, • Paid time off, • Professional development assistance, • Referral program Experience: • waxing: 2 years (Required)

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