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  • Temporary Program Director (Hawthorne Heights)
    Temporary Program Director (Hawthorne Heights)
    hace 7 días
    $75000 anual
    Jornada completa
    Paterson

    Job description: The Program Director oversees all facets of program operations for Hawthorne Supervised Apartment Program, the Supported Living Program and the NJCDC Day Program. The Assistant Director also provides administrative and programmatic support to the Director of Residential Operations. Responsibilities: · Ensures overall performance of programs meeting identified outcomes, including expectation of a program culture that is inspiring, nurturing, and supportive · Hires, trains, supervises and evaluates program staff. · Establishes the staff schedule. Reviews and approves staff time sheets, vacation and holiday requests. · Coordinates the referral and admissions process · Coordinates the planning for new residents to move into the residence, including reading records and completing evaluations to determine appropriateness of potential program residents, as well as ensuring that all admission records are in place prior to the move-in date. · Initiates and coordinates the ongoing Individual Habilitation Plan for each resident and ensures that all staff is active participants in the required components of this process. · Monitors the DTR progress for each resident. Tracks progress related to residents’ IHP goals and objectives. · Ensures the timely and thorough completion of program documentation as required by state licensing standards, agency policy and procedures and continuous quality improvement (CQI) guidelines. · Reviews the daily logs, medication logs, communication log, activity sheets, and incident reports at least once every 72 hours to identify any errors, problems, trends, or issues which require intervention. · Provides administrative & programmatic support to the Director of Residential Operations · Works with Director of Residential Operations to ensure that program staff is thoroughly familiar with State licensing standards and policies and procedures of NJCDC’s residential programs. · Assists Director of Residential Operations in new program development, including attending planning meetings. · Cooperates with the Department of Children and Families, Department of Human Services, Division of Developmental Disabilities, Division of Mental Health & Addiction Services and the Office of Licensing during all investigations. Prospective applicants must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in social work or human services field preferred and three years experience in residential setting; demonstrated experience working with developmentally disabled; excellent organizational skills; self-starter; ability to work independently; ability to multi-task; Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; and a valid, clean New Jersey driver’s license.

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  • Experienced Dog Trainer for a Dog School/Enrichment Program
    Experienced Dog Trainer for a Dog School/Enrichment Program
    hace 2 meses
    $18–$25 por hora
    Jornada completa
    Woodland Park

    Join the fastest growing dog training program in the nation. Assist in the day-to-day with our enrichment curriculum, including training the dogs. Qualifications: Must have 5+ years of professional experience in training dogs. Must be physically fit to lift dogs 50+ lbs, stand for extended periods of time and walk long distances, daily. The ideal candidate must have a passion for animals and for handling dogs, have a relentless work ethic, demonstrate enthusiasm for acquiring new skills, accept and provide productive feedback, and wants to be part of a fast-paced, quickly changing, exponentially growing enterprise. Key Responsibilities: Follow enrichment and development programs to provide dogs with physical, mental, emotional, and social enrichment; Supervise dogs on site and maintain visual observation of dogs at all times, practice situational awareness, and proper dog handling techniques; Use positive reinforcement and effective correction methods, read and respond proactively to dog body language; Maintain daily records. This position also includes opportunities to earn extra compensation via overnight boarding and pet sitting. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour Benefits: Employee discount Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Ability to Relocate: Woodland Park, NJ 07424: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person

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  • Employment Specialist - School Based Youth Services Program
    Employment Specialist - School Based Youth Services Program
    hace 7 días
    $35000 anual
    Jornada completa
    Paterson

    Job description: The School-Based Youth Services Programs at Clifton and Passaic Valley High Schools are comprehensive, one-stop shopping programs designed to assist students prevent and combat problems affecting their personal, academic, social, emotional, and physical development in order to ensure that students graduate, become employable or continue their education, and are physically and mentally healthy and drug-free. The Employment Specialist is a full-time position, working 20 hours per week at each school, providing employment services and coordinating with existing employment services. The responsibilities include: • Serving as a member of a team committed to helping young people build on existing assets to make positive choices about their health and well-being, academic achievement, and interaction with others., • Identifying or conducting appropriate job training programs, assisting in job searches, developing and maintaining a database of local employment opportunities., • Coordinating with employment programs including those provide through the schools and the Workforce Investment Board (One-Stop Center)., • Overseeing program-based employment initiatives., • Assisting the Program Directors in maintaining and building relationships with the schools and community collaborators., • Assisting in data collection for evaluation purposes. Prospective applicants must have knowledge of the philosophy of Positive Youth Development; the ability to work collaboratively with school and program resources; and the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Bilingual (Spanish) skills are preferred. Computer skills are also essential, with experience with Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel, preferred. Bachelor’s degree required with previous experience working with adolescents. Attractive salary and benefits package will be provided. New Jersey Community Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, 403(B), Paid time off, Retirement plan, and Vision insurance.

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  • Supervising Prevention Consultant (NJ4S)
    Supervising Prevention Consultant (NJ4S)
    hace 7 días
    $60000–$70000 anual
    Jornada completa
    Paterson

    Job description: The Supervising Prevention Consultant is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing prevention programs in schools and communities. Supervises a team of Prevention Consultants and collaborates with school districts, community partners, and service providers to deliver trainings, workshops, webinars, and assemblies that engage youth and families. Key Responsibilities: • Plan and implement evidence-based prevention programs for schools and communities., • Supervise, train, and evaluate Prevention Consultants., • Facilitate trainings, workshops, webinars, and assemblies for youth and families., • Establish and maintain partnerships with schools, law enforcement, healthcare providers, and other community organizations., • Support programmatic data collection, reporting, and continuous quality improvement initiatives., • Serve as a role model and ensure positive interactions with program participants., • Schedule and assist collaborators on best practices in prevention science., • Attend community events and meetings as required., • Perform additional duties as assigned. Qualifications: • Master’s degree in a related field (e.g., Counseling, Social Work, Public Administration)., • Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a social service environment implementing evidence-based practices, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory role., • Experience in community organizing, partnership development, and project management., • Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills., • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and networking abilities., • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse populations., • Strong organizational skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite., • Valid NJ driver’s license, safe driving record, and reliable vehicle., • Must pass NJ Child Abuse Record Information (CARI) screening and a fingerprint-based background check. NJCDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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  • Life Skills Coordinator - Independence House
    Life Skills Coordinator - Independence House
    hace 7 días
    $29683.45–$37494.51 anual
    Jornada completa
    Paterson

    Job description: Life Skills Coordinator (Full-Time) - Independence House New Jersey Community Development Corporation New Jersey Community Development Corporation is a multi-faceted community development and social service agency providing opportunities to transform lives in Passaic County. Independence House is a transitional living program for homeless youth and youth aging-out of foster care who are between the ages of 17-21. We are seeking a dynamic individual to serve as the Life Skills Coordinator. The responsibilities include: Ensuring the health, welfare, safety and personal development of program individuals by creating a nurturing environment that addresses individual needs and preferences and that promotes the attainment of individual goals and objectives as outlined in the Individual Service Plan (ISP). Implementing Individual Service Plan (ISP) teaching/training schedule Ensuring that ISP goals and objectives are being addressed and that anticipated outcomes are being documented, monitored and met Teaching skills as per the ISP and in accordance with established methods Ensuring the timely and thorough completion of program documentation as required by state licensing standards, agency policy and procedures and quality assurance guidelines. Reviewing the daily logs, medication logs, communication log, activity sheets, and incident reports at the beginning of each shift. Assisting in the arrangement and providing of transportation of residents either through use of agency vehicles or public transportation Providing emergency shift coverage during staff shortages Prospective applicants must have a Bachelors Degree in a human services field with one to three years of experience working with young adults or a High School Diploma with three to seven years of experience working with young adults; excellent organizational skills; ability to work effectively independently or as a member of a team; excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills; and a valid drivers license. Computer skills are also essential, with experience with Microsoft Word, and Excel, preferred. Attractive salary and benefits package will be provided. Additional Benefits: Eligible employees have access to a 403(b) retirement savings plan; however, there is no employer contribution at this time. If Interested In Applying For This Position Email your resume with a cover note telling us a little about yourself, your skills, and experience to: Human Resources. Please place “Life Skills/Independence House” in the subject line of your email. New Jersey Community Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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