YAI supports people of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving the fullest lives possible by creating new opportunities for living, loving, working and learning. Join Our Team as a Community Habilitation Specialist! As a Community Habilitation Specialist, you’ll be a guide, mentor, and advocate, helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities live their best lives via skills training, fostering independence, and creating enriching experiences. You will empower the people you support to pursue their dreams and live more fully, both at home and in the community. What You’ll Be Doing: As part of our Community Habilitation team, you will provide personalized, one-on-one support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, both in the comfort of their homes and out in the community. Your role will be to create a positive, safe environment where individuals can thrive, build essential life skills, and experience a greater sense of independence. You’ll focus on: • Promoting independence in daily life activities like household chores, personal care, learning, and recreational pursuits., • Facilitating meaningful community involvement by helping individuals participate in social, work, and leisure activities., • Providing individualized skills training to support growth in key areas like decision-making, advocacy, and self-expression., • Creating an empowering, positive environment that meets the unique needs of each individual while nurturing their personal aspirations., • Monitoring health and safety to ensure the well-being of those you support, while always following proper guidelines and instructions. This position allows you to directly impact someone’s journey toward greater independence, all while having fun and creating memorable moments along the way! The Schedule: This is a part-time position. The role typically requires flexibility with hours, working between 16-40 hours per week, with shifts starting around 3/4pm and ending around 7/8pm. We currently have some day shifts available but there are no overnight shifts involved in this role. What We’re Looking For: Education: A High School Diploma or GED is preferred. We highly value continued education in fields like Psychology, Social Work, Art Therapy, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Nursing, or any other related fields. Skills: You should display excellent communication skills (reading, writing, speaking) and have basic technology skills to document observations and monitor progress. Comfort with Daily Living Skills (ADLs): You should feel comfortable assisting individuals with ADLs (activities of daily living) like bathing, dressing, grooming, cooking, and traveling. Training: You must be able to participate in the 5 day NYS Mandated OPWDD initial training during normal business hours (9am-5pm) upon hire. Other Requirements: A tuberculosis test is required before the start date. Benefits of working with YAI: DailyPay - Work today, get paid today! • Medical/Dental coverage for some part-time and all full-time positions, • Tuition reimbursement, • Paid Vacation/Holidays and Sick Time, • 403(b) retirement with employer matching contribution, • Life Insurance, • Discounts on travel, entertainment, wireless services, shopping, and more! Compensation: $19.05 hourly Why Join Us: At YAI, our vision is to help individuals live their fullest, most independent lives. If you’re someone who’s passionate about making a real difference and empowering others to thrive, this is the job for you! How to Apply: 1️⃣ Apply here on Job Today. 2️⃣ Visit our Careers Page: Yai.org/careers YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Title: Member Services Representative (Benefits Specialist) Department: Member Services The 32BJ Benefit Funds is growing, and we’re currently seeking mission-driven Benefit Specialists (Member Services Representatives) to join our team. We offer: Competitive Salary coupled with a great work/life balance Prime Location - Flatiron District in Manhattan (NYC) Comprehensive Health Package including medical, dental & vision coverage with no employee contribution to the premium for a family plan Pension Benefit that includes monthly employer contributions Retirement Benefit that includes 3% 401K employer contributions Professional Coverage/Reimbursement includes Tuition Reimbursement Program Paid Time Off including vacation, personal, and sick days Federal Paid Holidays – Up to 11 days off with pay And more... Mission-driven, internal job growth opportunities Annual Salary Clarification: Non-Bilingual: $50,926.57; Bilingual: $53,063.84 - Per Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Eligible for OT per business needs) Work Hours: 35 Total (Available shifts Monday-Friday 8:30am-6:00pm) About Us: Building Services 32BJ Benefit Funds (“the Funds”) is the umbrella organization responsible for administering Health, Pension, Retirement Savings, Training, and Legal Services benefits to over 100,000 SEIU 32BJ members. Our mission is to make significant contributions to the lives of our members by providing high quality benefits and services. Through our commitment, we embody five core values: Flexibility, Initiative, Respect, Sustainability, and Teamwork (FIRST). By following our core values, employees are open to different and new ways of doing things, take active steps to improve the organization, create an environment of trust and respect, approach their work with the intent of a positive outcome, and work collaboratively with colleagues. For 2023 and beyond, 32BJ Benefit Funds will continue to drive innovation, equity, and technology insights to further help the lives of our hard-working members and their families. We use cutting edge technology such as: M365, Dynamics 365 CRM, Dynamics 365 F&O, Azure, AWS, SQL, Snowflake, QlikView, and more. Through this technology investment, we have gathered and analyzed thousands of data insights to influence health insurance legislation and propose new health policy. Our efforts have galvanized many leaders and the consensus is there is plenty more work to be done. Please take a moment to watch our video to learn more about our culture and contributions to our members: youtu.be/hYNdMGLn19A Position Summary: After extensive paid training and under the supervision of the Member Services Call Center or Welcome Center Supervisor and MSR 2/3 Team, works as a Benefits Specialist for the Member Services Call Center or Welcome Center to assist participants with information for all the benefits offered by the Fund. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Collecting and analyzing data/information to resolve a problem in real time, at high volume standards. Provide customer service to participants to resolve eligibility or Fund benefit issues. Displayed proficiency in all processing systems: eligibility process, Health benefits and system, COOL/V3/DYNAMICS system, CRM/WF and vendor systems Displayed proficiency in all Funds (Health, Pension, Legal, SRSP, Shortman). Handling of inquiries through vendors, Medical, Optical, Pharmacy, Dental and Employee Assistance. Follow workflows to resolve participant questions. Representatives analyze and interpret customer phone and written correspondence. Ongoing management of own inventory of work accumulated through Participant interactions/inquiries. These inquiries will involve customer complaints or inquiries on eligibility, enrollment, benefits and claims, and Pension related issues. Operating computers with multiple information screens to research and resolve customer inquiries on line. Representatives ensure that all processing meets or exceeds MSR Quality measurement objective and performance standards, including, but not limited to, handling and documentation. Ability to effectively communicate to Participants. Perform any other relevant, related or pertinent work or duties as requested or assigned. Qualifications: To perform the job satisfactorily, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. As well, the candidate must be free of any disciplinary actions. Technical Skills: Strong computer skills. Detailed knowledge of benefits as displayed in training and determined through subject matter exams utilizing OneView, vendor systems, COOL/V3/DYNAMICS and CRM processing system. Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines. A demonstrated capability to manipulate and use multiple software programs and macros simultaneously including Excel, Microsoft Word, Windows and Outlook applications. Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills. Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills. Strong ability to multitask. Various work schedules available. Interpersonal Skills: Strong oral and written interpersonal skills. Demonstrated customer service orientation. Ability to effectively operate in fast-paced work environment. Excellent listening skills. Detail oriented with excellent organization and communication skills. Experience working directly with customers. Education and/or Experience: High School diploma, some college preferred; Health Care, Employee Benefits and/or Customer Service experience are strongly preferred. Bilingual Language Skills: Fluent in multiple languages is a plus, but not required. Reasoning Ability: Above average. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None
Qualifications Strong interpersonal and communication skills The ability to problem solve and switch regularly between tasks Strong organizational skills Experience with Office and Google platforms Central belief in the importance of excellence Enjoy working with a wide range of people Benefits Paid time off Retirement plan Responsibilities: The Front Office Receptionist plays a central role in the school’s admissions, advancement, and community relations efforts Greeting guests , helping them connect with their host, and/or giving them directions to their destination Implementing guest visit protocols Answering and transferring phone calls to the proper recipients Develop and maintain a front-office information hub that contains all critical reception information Performing miscellaneous front-office and reception tasks and functions as they arise Serving as a point of contact Assisting with student, faculty, and other databases Performing tasks to assist with the ongoing effort to digitize and office information, such as scanning and organizing documents Job description The Front Office Receptionist plays a central role in our location, advancement, and community relations efforts. As the first person guests encounter upon arriving the building, the Front Office Receptionist sets the tone for the entire visitor experience through their professionalism, warmth, and knowledge. This position’s responsibilities include but not limited to: Reception Duties: • Serving as an ambassador for the building's advancement, and community relations efforts., • Develop and maintain a front-office information hub that contains all critical reception information, • Performing miscellaneous front-office and reception tasks and functions as they arise., • Serving as a member of the safety & security committee, supporting emergency communication, and being well versed in the emergency procedures of the office Administration & Operations Duties: • Performing tasks to assist with the ongoing effort to digitize and store information, such as scanning and organizing documents. Qualified applicants will have: • Very strong customer service orientation, • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, • The ability to problem solve and switch regularly between tasks Benefits: • 401(k) matching, • Paid time off, • Retirement plan Work Location: In person
TITLE: Line Cook REPORTS TO: Sous Chef, Executive Chef TYPE: Non- Exempt SALARY RANGE: $23-27 ABOUT THE COMPANY Maxime’s is the newest opening from the club owner and entrepreneur Robin Birley; owner of prestigious private member’s clubs 5 Hertford Street and Oswald’s in London. Maxime’s is located on Madison Avenue, New York on the site of the former Westbury Hotel and will continue the long-established Birley tradition of providing exceptional experiences for our members and guests. Maxime’s mission is to deliver excellence in service standards and hospitality. Exhibiting passion for what we do within the values of who we are. Inward looking rather than outward projecting. A club of comfort and discretion where members’ needs are met with personality and humility. An environment of stimulating décor, celebrating outstanding food and extraordinary wine. Our members will feel that they are in a private house, being looked after with the utmost care and professionalism by friendly and attentive staff. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Maintains complete knowledge of Maxime’s policies and procedures and ensures that all practices and policies are being upheld, • Manages production schedule and pars and establishes priority items for the day, • Prepares all menu items following recipes and yield guides efficiently and in accordance with department standards, • Restocks items that were depleted during shift, • Maintains complete knowledge of products and specifications, including ingredients, descriptions, sourcing, brands, allergens, etc., • Communicates with front-of-house team to manage pacing of courses, member feedback, etc., • Updates knowledge and skills by participating in staff training opportunities, • Supports and assists fellow team members whenever possible., • Maintains and strictly abides by state sanitation and health regulations as well as restaurant requirements and procedures, • Supports and assists fellow team members whenever possible, • Maintains complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment; uses equipment and tools only as intended, properly and safely, • Inspects the cleanliness and organization of line and workstations; rectifies any deficiencies, • Inspects the cleanliness and working condition of all tools, equipment, and supplies, ensuring all elements and storage procedures comply with DOH and restaurant standards, • Informs manager on duty immediately of any DOH or OSHA/workplace safety violations, • Attends mandatory meetings, • Adheres to posted schedules
South Asian Youth Action (SAYA) is committed to providing its employees opportunities for growth in a supportive community environment. With a flexible schedule and generous benefits package, SAYA provides its employees a healthy work-life balance in a youth development nonprofit. SAYA: Belong. Grow. Thrive. Organization Description: Established in 1996, South Asian Youth Action (SAYA) is a 501(c)3 youth development organization dedicated to providing holistic, impactful programming to underserved New York City students. Our mission is to foster a strong sense of belonging in youth while equipping them with tools to excel academically, professionally, and personally. By championing education equity through our innovative approach, we ensure our youth are prepared to thrive and make meaningful contributions to their communities. As one of the first South Asian organizations in the United States, we play a critical role in supporting the positive development of youth from immigrant communities. Today, we provide culturally affirming programming at 10 schools and our community center reaching an ever-growing number of individuals each year. To date, we have made a significant impact on the well-being of our community by fostering resilience and wellness and increasing access to opportunities. Position Summary: The Young Women’s Leadership Program Coordinator will be responsible for the planning, implementation, coordination and facilitation of SAYA’s programming at our partner high schools and the Elmhurst Center including but not limited to Young Women’s Leadership and Postsecondary Access. SAYA’s high school programming aims to help youth navigate their complex and layered personal and social identities; practice self-care; develop positive relationships with family members and peers; and receive mentorship. The skills we help our youth build are transferable in other areas of their lives and in the future, including succeeding in high school and post-secondary opportunities. The goal is to raise their critical consciousness so that they will be better equipped to navigate their own lives, offer peer support to others and become advocates for themselves and their communities. Supervisor: Co-Director of High School and College Programs Responsibilities: Program Management • Oversee the registration and enrollment process for youth., • Lead the annual Young Women’s Leadership Conference., • Track and manage attendance and other student data using our web-based database and other customized tools., • Provide program data for grant reporting as is necessary., • Conduct periodic evaluation of programming to measure effectiveness of services and maintain documentation of activities and outcomes., • Attend trainings, professional development workshops and conferences., • Manage new projects, initiatives, and duties. Curriculum Development and Facilitation • Develop lesson plans and curriculum for leadership, college access and enrichment programming., • Utilize social emotional learning framework and strategies in the development of resources, tools and support for youth., • Incorporate social justice and advocacy framework for curriculum development., • Facilitate sessions at the Elmhurst Center and school site(s)., • Collaborate with colleagues around the planning of lessons, curriculum, career exposure and career events, special events, and trips., • Plan and facilitate enrichment activities such as visual arts, performing arts, and interest-based clubs during the school day and after school., • Incorporate an equity lens in program development., • Relationship Building and Youth Engagement., • Build positive rapport and mentoring relationships with youth by being enthusiastic, approachable, available and ready to listen., • Navigate varying group dynamics when facilitating different cohorts of youth and be a strong relationship-builder., • Provide individual, group advisement, and overall guidance for the personal and academic development of youth participants., • Participate in youth activities and free time spent outside of formally structured programming., • Lead events, and recreational and enrichment activities, which will vary throughout the year based on student interest and program scheduling priorities., • Coordinate and chaperone trips which may be held during the school day, after-school, evenings, weekends and summer., • Support youth with academic activities by providing assistance with school work and projects., • Ability to hold space for difficult conversations and formulate a plan of action for individual youth after 1:1 check ins. Partnership Development and Recruitment • Cultivate strong partnerships with SAYA colleagues, school teachers/administrators, college representatives, other CBOs and NYC government agencies to provide youth with a range of resources and support., • Build collaborative relationships with community partners and school leaders, including administration, teachers, parent coordinators, and guidance counselors., • Strengthen the connection between SAYA school partner sites and SAYA’s Elmhurst Center by collaborating with colleagues and providing information about Center programs and events to school-based youth., • Participate in youth recruitment efforts with outreach to school and community organization stakeholders., • Attend occasional evening events at the school site(s), Elmhurst Center, and other community-based organizations throughout the year to represent SAYA programming. The above is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by this position. Other functions may be assigned, and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time. Qualifications: • Bachelor degree required, • At least 2+ years experience in relevant fields (Education, Social Work, Counseling) preferred, • Experience with workshop facilitation, youth mentorship, classroom management, and curriculum development required, • Experience developing curriculum incorporating social-emotional learning (SEL), social justice and positive youth development, • Previous experience in and knowledge of NYC public schools required, • Highly flexible and openness to feedback, with ability to organize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting, • Willingness to support larger SAYA team with various tasks as is needed, must be open to and contribute to supportive team culture across programs, • Excels with contingency planning for events, workshops, and flexibility in addressing changing program needs, • Excellent proficiency in Google Suite, including Google Spreadsheet, Google Docs, Google Slides, Google Forms, MS-Excel, • Must be comfortable with public speaking in leading events and initiative Compensation and Benefits • $60,000-$65,000 commensurate with experience, • PTO starting at 25 days, • 10 paid holidays, • 12 weeks (60 days) of paid leave based on eligibility, • Employer sponsored medical benefits with generous employer contributions for employee and dependents, • Optional dental, vision, transit, and FSA benefits, • Retirement plan with 1:1 match of employee’s contribution up to 3% of annual salary (capped at $16,000) Additional Information • This position is in-person, • This role may require you to work a Tuesday-Saturday schedule. You must be available to work early morning hours at school-based sites and evening hours when at our Elmhurst Center, • Must be comfortable with periodic commute and occasional transfer of items between school and SAYA central office, and other designated locations as assigned or as is needed Please provide a cover letter with your application. SAYA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.