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  • Peer Specialist
    Peer Specialist
    2 days 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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  • Home Help Aide (HHA) and Personal Care Assistant
    Home Help Aide (HHA) and Personal Care Assistant
    14 days ago
    $19.65–$21 hourly
    Part-time
    West Bronx, The Bronx

    Home Health Aide/PCA Responsibilities: • Mobility Assistance, • Medication Reminder, • Personal Care, • Light Housekeeping, • Meal Preparation & Nutrition, • Companionship & Emotional Support, • Reporting & Communication 1. Benefits: Paid sick time, health insurance, worker's compensation, unemployment insurance, signing and holiday bonuses., 2. Hourly, Live-in and Overnight Shifts., 3. Substantial Overtime - Many of our caregivers regularly earn overtime hours and greater pay., 4. Training - We provide initial and ongoing training to improve your technical and client-relation skills., 5. PTO - Paid Time Off, 6. Sign up Bonuses - $1250.00*, 7. Competitive Salaries - Highest Hourly Compensation Rate with Overtime Pay, 8. Medical, Dental & Vision, 9. Referral Bonuses - inquire within about how you can refer a friend, colleague, or loved one to I & Y Senior Care., 10. Flexible Hours - Our caregivers work a range of hours per week based on their needs., 11. Paid Weekly- Required Documents 1. U.S. Passport, Permanent Resident Card, or Valid Work Visa o If expired, please bring the extension letter or renewal documentation. 2. Social Security Card 3. State-Issued Photo ID 4. HHA or PCA Certificate 5. Two (2) Professional Reference Letters o Must be written in English only 6. Complete Physical Exam (Required) o Must be no older than one (1) year o Must be fully completed, signed, and stamped by the provider o Include the following lab results: • Rubella and Rubeola (Measles) Titers • Drug Screen • PPD (Tuberculosis Test) – must be no older than 3 months • If the PPD result is positive, a Chest X-Ray is required WE HAVE JOBS IN BRONX - MANHATTAN-BROOKLYN-QUEENS

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  • Middle School After School Group Leader
    Middle School After School Group Leader
    19 days ago
    $20 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    ABOUT US: Established in 1917, YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood (the “Y”) is a not-for-profit Jewish community center that welcomes people of all backgrounds and beliefs. We offer a wide range of educational, recreational and social services programs to enhance the quality of life of the people we serve. From top-notch early childhood education and youth development programs to innovative senior center services, there’s always something for everyone at the Y! ABOUT THE SCHOOLS: P.S. 173 Middle School serves recent arrivals from Spanish-speaking countries. The program is focused on leadership, STEM and academics with students in the sixth to eighth grade. Students engage in beat building, sports, theater, LitMentors, art and cooking. School in the Square Middle serves the Washington Heights and Inwood communities where they support their students, families, and educators to support and celebrate each other's success. They specialize in personalized learning, real world lessons, democratic living, and setting students up for success through strategic advisory, academic perseverance, SEL Learning, college prep, and many other community-unique support systems. P.S. 187 Hudson Cliffs services grades K-8th Grade. Opened since 1929, P.S. 187 “Strives to nurture diverse learners who challenge themselves academically, think critically, and actively participate in their community”. Columbia Secondary School is a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) focused public school that serves students in the sixth through tenth grades. The program is focused on leadership, STEM, Social-Emotional Learning, community service, and academics. Students engage in weekly hikes, gardening initiatives, STEM activities, job shadowing, and college readiness programs. POSITION OVERVIEW: Group Leaders are responsible for academic tutoring and assisting lead instructors in preparing students to demonstrate newly acquired skills in STEM, leadership, sports and the arts. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Provide academic support, homework guidance, assistance, and supervision to students., • Organize, lead, and promote the students’ interest and participation in the activities offered by you or the program., • Supervise groups of students while maintaining their physical and emotional safety and health., • Foster an atmosphere of fun and learning, and serve as a role model to students., • Always conducting yourself professionally and maintaining appropriate boundaries., • Establish and enforce rules for behavior, and procedures for maintaining order among the students., • Maintain effective classroom management that encourages full participation and student growth., • Closely coordinate with the Program Director and coworkers for any programmatic changes or any other issues or concerns., • Participate in staff meetings, program evaluations, program improvement, and professional development training throughout the school year. COMPENSATION: • Work paid at $20 an hour., • Employees who are approved and assigned to teach classes will receive the Teaching Artist hourly rate of $21 an hour for the hours they are actively teaching. All non-instructional hours will be compensated at the employee's regular position rate of $20 an hour. POSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK: • Part-time position., • Available Monday-Friday from 1:30 pm - 6pm (15-20 hours per week) with room for flexibility., • School in the Square is Monday-Friday from 2:30 pm – 6:30 pm (15-20 hours per week) with room for flexibility. WORK ENVIRONMENT: • Work is performed in a typical school environment. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: • Genuine interest in working with culturally diverse 6th-8th Grade students, and able to promote positive character development., • Strong academic skills and knowledge of New York state standards and test preparation., • A sincere desire to effect positive social and academic change in the lives of NYC youth., • Well-organized, reliable, and punctual., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Can work independently and collaboratively as part of a team., • Comfortable to learn and model universal Jewish values while working in and with a large, diverse population. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Must be at least 18 years old., • High school diploma., • Experience in running activities with Middle School (6th- 8th) grade students with different learning abilities., • Has some experience in writing lesson plans and leading 45-60 minute educational activities for youth., • Must be able to attend student engagement trips and assist hosting student events in school and for other YM & YWHA programs. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor’s, Associate, or degree in progress., • Experience using a positive youth development model., • CPR certified., • Teaching Artist- Must have background in teaching or leading an activity. WORK AUTHORIZATION & CLEARANCE: • Documentation of U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S., • Must pass the background check, medical exams, fingerprinting and other requirements of the Department of Health (DOH), Department of Education (DOE), and Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD). This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other functions and responsibilities may change or may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. YM & YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

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  • Social Media Content Creator & Digital Media Strategist 
    Social Media Content Creator & Digital Media Strategist 
    1 month ago
    $10–$15 hourly
    Part-time
    Fort Lee

    Code Media, owner of FMHipHop, is seeking a creative and motivated Social Media Content Creator & Digital Media Strategist. This role involves working in person with Cherry Martinez in Fort Lee, New Jersey. This is a paid opportunity at $15/hour, with a schedule of approximately 2 days per week, 3 hours a day. The position will begin with a minimum 1-month trial period, with the potential to extend for up to 3 months. The primary focus of this role is to help build and grow a personal brand and digital media presence through YouTube and other social media content creation. We are looking for someone who enjoys creating content and understands the process of building an engaging online presence. You will collaborate with Cherry Martinez, founder of FMHipHop and Code Media, to develop, film, produce, and edit content for various projects. Responsibilities may include: • Brainstorming and developing video ideas for YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and other platforms., • Creating content strategies and planning engaging videos., • Assisting with storytelling and developing creative concepts., • Filming videos using provided cameras, smartphones, and other equipment., • Applying basic filming techniques, including camera angles, lighting, and visually appealing content creation., • Editing videos for YouTube, reels, shorts, and social media platforms., • Adding captions, transitions, graphics, and other editing elements., • Ensuring content matches the brand’s style and audience., • Helping establish a consistent content schedule and social media presence. Types of content may include: • Lifestyle videos., • Business and entrepreneurship content., • Restaurant eating out and experience videos., • Interviews and media-related content., • Personal brand content., • Short-form social media videos., • Other creative projects developed collaboratively with Cherry. We are looking for someone who: • Has experience creating social media content or managing their own social media platforms, particularly a YouTube channel., • Understands YouTube content creation and audience engagement principles., • Is proficient in filming and editing videos., • Has knowledge of platforms such as YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, or similar., • Possesses experience with editing software such as CapCut, Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Canva, or similar tools (experience is a plus)., • Demonstrates creativity, strong communication skills, and a passion for storytelling and strategizing., • Understands branding, marketing, storytelling, appealing content creation, and editing., • Is interested in digital media, branding, entertainment, and content creation. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in real digital media projects, build your portfolio, work directly with a media professional, and gain valuable experience in content production and personal branding. If interested, please include the following in your application: • Your availability for a phone call or virtual interview., • Your current location., • Confirmation of your ability to commute to Fort Lee, New Jersey for an in-person position., • Examples of content you have created or access to your portfolio.

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  • Elementary After School Group Leader
    Elementary After School Group Leader
    21 days ago
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    ABOUT US: Established in 1917, YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood (the “Y”) is a not-for-profit Jewish community center that welcomes people of all backgrounds and beliefs. We offer a wide range of educational, recreational and social services programs to enhance the quality of life of the people we serve. From top-notch early childhood education and youth development programs to innovative senior center services, there’s always something for everyone at the Y! ABOUT THE SCHOOLS: P.S. 173 Elementary serves recent arrivals from Spanish-speaking countries. The program is focused on leadership, STEM and academics with students in the sixth to eighth grade. Students engage in beat building, sports, theater, LitMentors, art and cooking. P.S. 187 Hudson Cliffs services grades K-8th Grade. Established in 1929, P.S. 187 “Strives to nurture diverse learners who challenge themselves academically, think critically, and actively participate in their community”. P.S. 178 The Professor Juan Bosch School is an unzoned K–5 public school in Upper Manhattan serving a close-knit and diverse community of learners. The school offers Dual Language instruction and inclusive programming, including an ASD Nest Program, and is grounded in the values of nurture, community, and academic rigor. POSITION OVERVIEW: Group Leaders are responsible for academic tutoring and assisting lead instructors in preparing students to demonstrate newly acquired skills in STEM, leadership, sports and the arts. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Provide academic support, homework guidance, assistance, and supervision to students., • Organize, lead, and promote the students’ interest and participation in the activities offered by you or the program., • Supervise groups of students while maintaining their physical and emotional safety and health., • Foster an atmosphere of fun and learning, and serve as a role model to students., • Always conducting yourself professionally and maintaining appropriate boundaries., • Establish and enforce rules for behavior, and procedures for maintaining order among the students., • Maintain effective classroom management that encourages full participation and student growth., • Closely coordinate with the Program Director and coworkers for any programmatic changes or any other issues or concerns., • Participate in staff meetings, program evaluations, program improvement, and professional development training throughout the school year. COMPENSATION: • Work paid at $20 an hour., • Employees who are approved and assigned to teach classes will receive the Teaching Artist hourly rate of $21 an hour for the hours they are actively teaching. All non-instructional hours will be compensated at the employee's regular position rate of $20 an hour. POSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK: • Part-time position., • Available Monday-Friday from 1:30 pm - 6 pm (15-20 hours per week) with room for flexibility. WORK ENVIRONMENT: • Work is performed in a typical school environment. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: • Genuine interest in working with culturally diverse Kindergarten- 5th Grade students, and able to promote positive character development., • Strong academic skills and knowledge of New York state standards and test preparation., • A sincere desire to effect positive social and academic change in the lives of NYC youth., • Well-organized, reliable, and punctual., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Can work independently and collaboratively as part of a team., • Comfortable to learn and model universal Jewish values while working in and with a large, diverse population. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: • Must be at least 18 years old., • High school diploma., • Experience in running activities with Elementary (K- 5th) grade students with different learning abilities., • Has some experience in writing lesson plans and leading 45-60 minute educational activities for youth., • Must be able to attend student engagement trips and assist hosting student events in school and for other YM & YWHA programs. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor’s, Associate, or degree in progress., • Experience using a positive youth development model, • CPR certified., • Teaching Artist - Background in teaching or leading an activity. WORK AUTHORIZATION & CLEARANCE: • Documentation of U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S., • Must pass the background check, medical exams, fingerprinting and other requirements of the Department of Health (DOH), Department of Education (DOE), and Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD). This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other functions and responsibilities may change or may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. YM & YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

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  • Assistant Professor
    Assistant Professor
    1 month ago
    $110000–$130000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    There are immediate openings for licensed clinical psychologists at the CUIMC Faculty Practice Organization (FPO) in Manhattan. The Department of Psychiatry is seeking psychologists assigned to work in the CUIMC FPO. These are full-time, clinical positions in the Columbia Day Program. Primary responsibilities involve conducting group therapy utilizing empirically supported treatments, diagnostic/intake evaluations of adults, and individual treatment planning and progress monitoring with patients. Candidates should have previous experience providing outpatient treatment and working with a multi-disciplinary team. Experience and training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) preferred. Candidates with additional experience in evidence-supported treatment delivery for trauma and/or substance use are desired. Ideal applicants will have experience, familiarity and comfort working with high-risk patients, as well as young adults and college students. Applicants should have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well across disciplines and function effectively as part of a multi disciplinary team. The CUIMC FPO sees a mix of private pay and managed care patients and has a particular focus on serving the Columbia medical center community, among others. We prioritize evidence-based interventions and have an array of specialized programs to best serve our patients. All positions currently allow for hybrid work, and for this position in-person work will take place on the main medical center campus in Washington Heights. Our faculty serve as part of multi-disciplinary teams with ample opportunities to learn from and consult with colleagues. There are also professional development funds available to faculty to support licensure renewals, as well as obtaining additional training, conference attendance, professional organization members, among other opportunities. The CUIMC FPO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive faculty and clinical service. We recognize that different backgrounds and experiences help to strengthen our department and provide better care. As part of your cover letter, if you choose, we welcome you to share how your personal and professional backgrounds would contribute to our department and mission. 1. Candidate(s) will conduct intake evaluations/diagnostic assessments of patients with psychiatric disorders and psychological distress., 2. Candidate(s) will provide group psychotherapy., 3. Candidate(s) will work closely with a clinical team, including other psychologists/social workers, psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse-practitioners., 4. Candidate(s) will have opportunities to attend case conferences, peer supervision and Grand Rounds at CUMC. Opportunities may exist for clinical supervision and teaching. Minimum Educational Requirements: • PsyD or PhD in Clinical Psychology, • New York State license required., • Candidates will be required to obtain a New Jersey license, • Graduation from an APA-accredited doctoral program in Clinical Psychology, and completion of an APA-accredited pre doctoral internship program.

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  • Cosmetologist (Hair and Nail Tech)
    Cosmetologist (Hair and Nail Tech)
    2 months ago
    $17 hourly
    Full-time
    Parkchester, The Bronx

    We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and patient Licensed Cosmetologist to join our social adult daycare team. In this role, you will provide essential grooming and beauty services—including hair styling, basic manicures, and skin care—to our elderly participants. Your goal is to not only help our seniors look their best but also to boost their self-esteem, provide a therapeutic and relaxing experience, and bring joy to their daily routine.Key ResponsibilitiesHair Care Services: Provide safe and comfortable hair services including washing, cutting, setting, rollers, blow-drying, and styling tailored to senior preferences and hair types.Nail & Skin Care: Perform basic, non-medical manicures (nail shaping, cuticle care, light hand massage, and polishing) and gentle facial grooming/skin care.Client Safety & Comfort: Adapt techniques to accommodate clients with limited mobility, arthritis, or cognitive differences (such as dementia or Alzheimer's). Ensure safe transfers to and from the styling chair.Sanitation & Compliance: Maintain a spotlessly clean, sanitized, and organized salon station. Strictly adhere to state cosmetology board regulations and facility health and safety protocols.Social Engagement: Build warm, trusting relationships with participants. Act as an active listener, offering a friendly and uplifting environment during their services.Collaboration: Coordinate scheduling with the program director and activities team to ensure services fit smoothly into the daily activities calendar.Qualifications & SkillsLicense: Active and valid State Board of Cosmetology license (New York).Experience: Minimum of 1–2 years of experience as a practicing cosmetologist. Experience working with seniors or in a healthcare/daycare setting is highly preferred.Physical Demands: Ability to stand for extended periods and safely assist seniors with minor mobility adjustments.Key Soft Skills: Exceptional patience, empathy, and strong communication skills. A warm, upbeat personality that resonates well with older adults.

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