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Requirements • Implements positive youth development by engaging youth in creating and following a youth action plan. • Regularly assesses, monitors, and reports youth progress toward goal and outcome achievement. • Provides life skills training to youth, as assigned. • Schedules and implements daily program activities for youth • Provides referrals to agencies and services relating to youth and families • Maintains knowledge of services procedures, and outcomes relating to RHY legislation as well as DCJS, OCFS and NYSED regulations • Maintains confidentiality of all customer information • Maintains updated and accurate training logs; seeks continuous professional development • Completes partial intake when required • Works with families to promote family re-unification when appropriate • Conducts outreach to schools, street outreach, or community-based organizations to engage runaway or homeless youth, as assigned • Maintains the condition, appearance, safety and security of services facilities • Prepares meals as required • Utilizes CAPSYS to input youth progress and service area data • Provides transportation in agency vehicle for youth as directed by supervisor. • Trained in Financial Social Work and incorporates FSW principles with daily customer contact. • Assists with runaway prevention education as assigned • Participates in community events/activities relating to youth • Other duties as assigned Key Working Relationships: A. Internal: Youth Services Coordinator, Site Supervisor B. External: Youth, Parents/Guardians, Schools, Community organizations Supervisory Scope: None. Organizational Responsibilities: • Participates in agency management systems as assigned; Continuous Quality Improvement, assessment, strategic planning. • Acts in accordance with all COI policies, procedures, and protocols • Participates in the larger team of the agency through committee structures, planning and volunteerism • Participates in integrated service delivery; promotes integration/cooperation among peers Knowledge, Skills Required: • AA, AAS OR a minimum H.S. Diploma and two years' experience working with youth, families and communities (i.e. youth case worker, youth leader) required; Bachelor's degree preferred. • Youth with experience living in a residential setting equivalent to experience working with youth, families, and/or communities. • Strong interpersonal, communication and customer service skills. • Strong computer skills; word, excel, data base entry • Ability to develop and maintain & engage in positive relationships with people from various backgrounds. • Bilingual preferred. Special Requirements, if any: • Valid Driver's license and access to reliable transportation • Flexibility in work schedule • Mandated reporter • Completes all OMH requirements. • Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. • Must be able to stand for much of the shift and will frequently go up and down stairs. • Must be able to always provide consistent even tempered customer service. • Works compassionately with a diverse population • Experience navigating community programs

Under the guidance of the Nutrition Specialist/Consultant, prepares and serves nutritious and well-balanced meals which encourage the acceptance of good foods by the children. Must be able to manage his/her own time, energy, and materials and coordinate his/her work with that of other Head Start personnel in order to function effectively. In addition, must have an understanding of the fundamentals of sanitation, safety, and nutrition. Wash dishes, pots and pans, cleans and sanitizes kitchen Assists in preparation and delivery of meals for children Covers for Cook in his/her absence Follows Federal, State, and local sanitation policies and procedures Maintains inventory of food, paper, and cleaning supplies and assists with required documentation Pay Range: $15.50/Per Hour

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES Develop emotionally secure, trusting relationships with toddlers and their families through consistent, continuous classroom care and regular home visiting. Support parents as their children's first teacher. Provide culturally respectful education and support to toddlers and families in order to nurture the optimal development of each child's physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and communication skills. Assure safety and well-being of all children in classroom through ongoing monitoring and cooperative teamwork. Detect and prevent problems at an early stage by providing ongoing education, monitoring, intervention, support and referrals as needed for children and families at risk. Educate and support families in developing appropriate, effective parenting skills. Encourage parent involvement in education through hands-on participation in classroom activities and family involvement opportunities. Consult with program Leadership Team in order to provide comprehensive services. Implement the Toddler Early Head Start Program in compliance with all rules, regulations, and the Head Start Program Performance Standards. Pay Range: $17.50-$18.50

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Primarily responsible for the overall planning, monitoring and evaluation of education services as well as interpersonal climate, general organization and administration of the Head Start site(s) in accordance with established regulations, program policies, procedures and guidelines. Mentors, monitors and coaches Education Staff and substitutes to ensure delivery of high-quality early childhood education services. Works closely with program leadership to facilitate the implementation of Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS) and New York State Office of Child and Family Services (NYS OCFS) Child Day Care Regulations as well as other applicable federal, state and local regulations within the site(s). ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Administrative Responsible for the delivery of individualized comprehensive education and developmental services for children (0-5) including children with disabilities at site level Assures compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards Assures training for staff in curriculum and monitors implementation Coordinates collaboration with area elementary schools, community agencies and outside professionals to enhance the effectiveness of services Through program reports, monitors the delivery of services Works closely with Leadership Team to develop strategies for effective integration of service delivery Supervises site staff Monitors work schedules, approves / denies leave requests and receives day-to-day call-ins Assures daily staffing required to maintain staff to child ratios and delivery of program services Schedules and / or assigns staff according to site and program needs Reviews and approves personnel attendance reports and time records for payroll Requests postings for, interviews, recommends for hire, orients, monitors and evaluates site staff in coordination with appropriate Leadership Team member(s) Conducts 90-day and annual performance appraisals of Education Staff with input from and in coordination with the Leadership Team Contributes to 90-day and annual performance appraisals of non-education staff Ensures site compliance with all federal, state and local licensing regulations Provides daily oversight and addresses concerns immediately Conducts monthly safety check(s) and fire drills or, as applicable, secures from designee Facilitates outside inspections as required Maintains on-site files and related documentation (e.g. staff, building, etc.) Completes documentation for outside agencies as needed Completes program forms and reports as required for program operations Approves and submits staff mileage reimbursement claims monthly Collects and submits site in-kind documentation monthly Monitors and reports site inventory Provides monthly site calendar, incorporating all relevant activities, to site and Leadership Team Monitors and plans for site needs (e.g. maintenance, equipment, supplies, etc.) Forecasts and communicates necessary expenditures for site Communicates maintenance / repair needs and facilitates timely completion of tasks Approves purchases by on-line staff as appropriate Responsible for petty cash funds for site(s) Plans for and / or coordinates pre-service and in-service training for site and program staff with the Leadership Team Reviews classroom, site and program data and makes recommendations to Leadership Team for training needs of staff Monitors reports regarding implementation and progress of Education and Child Development services including parent engagement, screening, curricula implementation and assessment Provides monthly report of observations, data, analysis of findings and action plans to Director Reviews children's files and progress notes Reviews classroom, center and program data and makes recommendations to Leadership Team for training, mentoring and coaching needs of Education Staff Coordinates and oversees required child screenings and assessments including analyzing results In conjunction with program Leadership Team, takes active role in on-going monitoring, data collection, annual program self-assessment and resulting program planning Assists Director in reviewing and maintaining Education and Childhood Development procedures and program compliance with HSPPS, NYS OCFS regulations, NYS Education Department and other local, state or federal regulations Attends and participates in Education, Disability, Mental Health Advisory Committee Monitors the effectiveness and results of Education and Child Development services regularly and contributes to analysis for annual self-assessment Provides input to the in developing program goals and objectives Works closely with the Director and Leadership Team to develop strategies for effective integration of content area service delivery for children birth to 5 Meets monthly with Director to present information, review status of projects and discuss concerns and direction Assists Director and Leadership Team in assuring the program fulfills the Head Start mission and is in full compliance of high quality through team work and constructive problem solving utilizing available resources Provides support to all areas of program as an integral member of the Leadership Team Maintains strict confidentiality regarding agency customer and business information Direct Service Ensures appropriate training for site staff in coordination with appropriate Leadership Team members Trains Education Staff on screenings, assessments, curricula and documentation Orients and provides annual training to all site staff in site program operations as well as site health and safety Mentors and coaches Education Staff Works along side of Education Staff regularly and as needed to model developmentally appropriate early childhood education practices Reviews weekly classroom plans, provides constructive feedback to teaching team Observes classrooms monthly or as indicated, provides written feedback to Education Staff Consults with Education Staff periodically to facilitate completion of Education and Child Development tasks Advocates and arranges for practice-based coaching as requested by eligible Education Staff Provides practice-based coaching to eligible Education Staff at other sites as requested Supports program services and staff by filling-in when necessary for staff breaks, vacancies, illness or time off when necessary Substitutes in classroom in order to meet staff-to-child ratios according to regulations and / or classroom developmental needs Takes on responsibilities, as requested and in absence of, other Leadership Team members Supports individual / child family needs in coordination with Classroom and Leadership Teams Attends Case Conferences with other Leadership Team members and staff Supports, facilitates as needed and monitors referrals Contributes relevant information from observations, interactions, etc. Supports and advocates for consistent approaches to common goals for children and families Facilitates strong transitions for children to next school experience Assures viable plan for children transitioning between classrooms, sites and programs (e.g. toddler to preschool, preschool to kindergarten) Supports child(ren), staff and families in transition activities as needed Arranges for supports as needed to carry out transition plan Plans, implements and oversees special projects, events and trainings in areas related to Child Development and Education Works with Leadership Team to support literacy in sites, classrooms and family events Develops and carries out special events within allocated budget Seeks out and develops opportunities for volunteers (individual and group) to be effectively integrated into classrooms, trained in roles and monitored for effectiveness Provides information and / or training to Parent Group, Policy Council, etc. related to areas of responsibility as requested by Associate Director Provides leadership and guidance regarding program-wide and site-based initiatives for children and families, events and priorities Provides support to all areas of program as a member of the Leadership Team. MARGINAL RESPONSIBILITIES Meets with family to support Childhood Education and Development / Site services in relation to child Reviews and provides editing / feedback to classroom newsletters, notices to families, etc. Supports on-site Child Development Associate (CDA) candidates with their training and renewals Develops and maintains site 'wish list' according to needs; develops proposals for securing resources to obtain items Participates in relevant, non-mandatory outside agency meetings and training Provides information to staff and families about local events, activities, organizations, etc. in the community RELATIONSHIPS Internal Interactions: Member of Head Start Leadership Team that develops programmatic goals and management strategies to carry out comprehensive child and family development activities Attends all full staff, Leadership Team, agency and other program meetings as scheduled Daily direct contact with site staff, children and families Occasional contact with other staff, children and families Participates on agency committees as requested and approved by Director Supervision Received: Frequent 0% Several times daily 0% Occasional, since most duties are repetitive and related, with standard instructions and procedures as guides. Unusual problems are referred, frequently with suggestions for correction 0% Limited supervision. The nature of the work is such that it is performed to a large extent on personal responsibility after assignment, with some choice of method. Occasionally develop own methods 50% Minimal 50% Little or no direct 0% Supervises daily program operations and activities of site staff (varies by site) Directly supervises Education Staff (Lead Teachers, Teachers, Teacher Assistant / Bus Monitor / Floaters), Janitors and Substitutes (varies by site) Supervises volunteers and interns at site (varies) External Serves as a Head Start representative with local school districts, community resources (including possible membership on advisory committees of outside agencies), local community and agency staff Promotes community awareness of agency and Head Start program Serves as a liaison between Head Start families, the community and outside agencies Attends all mandatory and other appropriate meetings and training sessions regarding Early Childhood Education and Development Networks with Early Childhood Education and Development agencies / departments as appropriate Participates on relevant boards or advisory committees in the community related to Early Childhood Education and Development Attends outside trainings as opportunities exist and resources allow (e.g. local, state, federal, regional trainings) WORK ENVIRONMENT Work is performed at the Head Start site, Head Start offices, agency offices and homes of Head Start families with moderate noise from phones, office equipment, kitchen equipment and voices of staff, children and families Works nights / weekends, as needed, in order to meet job requirements / program needs. Crisis situations involving high risk decisions regarding staff, children, and families occur periodically and may require immediate response Personal transportation of approximately 100 - 300 miles per month is required to complete the functions of the job, with possible overnight travel for out-of-area training and meeting PHYSICAL DEMANDS: This position requires approximately: Sitting 50% Standing 15% Lifting 5% Up to 50 lbs. Driving 5% Bending 10% Walking 15% Being with children includes playground activities, sitting on the floor and in low chairs, squatting to converse at their eye level. Major physical activities include telephone use (5%); reading reports, federal literature, etc. (10%); maintaining documentation, preparing written reports, etc. (20%); attending meetings and trainings (10%); computer usage (20%); and supervising and managing site activities (35%) Pay Range: $26.00-$28.00

Requirements Ensure Health Department regulations are met, including but not limited to: Safety and sanitation of kitchen facilities Proper temperatures for food storage (refrigerators, freezers) are maintained and recorded. Safe food handling procedures Foods are cooked to safe temperature. Washing of dishes Labeling of prepared foods Washing of hands. Assure regulations pertaining to food service are followed from: Head Start Performance Standards New York State Office of Children and Families Day Care Regulations Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) Plan menus for childcare site and summer food program: Submit menus for regulatory approval. Cook and prepare daily meals. Provide substitutions that meet regulatory approval when vendor supply does not allow for original menu items. Assist in the development of special menus/diets and ensure they are followed. Establishes smooth, efficient routines and assigns roles for food service staff to ensure: food is prepped and cooked in a safe and healthy manner with a high-quality taste. food is served on time and with an appealing presentation. kitchen area remains a clean and safe environment. dishes and other materials are cleaned on a daily basis. Order food and supplies, including table service, serving dishes and paper products within budget parameters. Assist with planning and provide oversight of Food Service budget. Maintains inventory & reviews pricing. Attends meetings and training courses as required. Assists with training and identifies training needs for Food Service Staff and volunteers. Assists management team with purchasing and maintenance of kitchen equipment. Assists management team with the development of Food Service procedures. Assists center staff in planning food for special events. Completes accurate reports as required by supervisor or funders, including: production sheets for CACFP and SFSP. Coordinate the distribution of food to assigned SFSP sites, ensuring timely delivery while maintaining healthy temperature and high quality of meal. Order and coordinate delivery of milk from vendors directly to sites Transport, as needed, food and supplies to off-site locations. Maintains a good working relationship between co-workers, employees, and vendors, and ongoing communication with staff and vendors. Promotes agency mission. Maintains confidentiality and complies with the code of ethics. Maintains consistent professional customer service. Job performance incorporates integrated service delivery model while promoting self-sufficiency. Other duties as designated by supervisor. Key Working Relationships: A. Internal: Assistant Cook, Kitchen Assistant, Summer Food Staff, and Childcare Staff B. External: Vendors, Customers, and Summer Food Program participating agencies Supervisory Scope Number of staff supervised: 0 Organizational Responsibilities: Adheres to all policies and procedures. Gathers appropriate documentation and tracks outcomes. Participates in organizational committee structures as appropriate. Participates in organizational and divisional management systems. Knowledge, Skills Required: Associate's degree or educational certificate in Food Preparation and Food Management and 2 years cooking experience, or High School diploma/GED and 2 years of Head Cook experience, preferably in catering or an institutional setting. Knowledge of health and sanitation procedures and practices. Knowledge of food allergies and food related diseases and the ingredients that can cause allergies/intolerances. Supervisory skills preferred. Basic math and record keeping skills. Physical Ability to lift up to and including 25-50 pounds of physical effort. Special Requirements: Have or obtain within 90 days of employment, Food Handler Safety Training Certificate (as required by Chautauqua County Department of Health). Meets OCFS training requirements and maintains training logs. Must be able to provide consistent even tempered customer service at all times. Completes all required NYS background clearances. Pre-employment physical exams and TB Testing. Valid Driver's license. Reliable transportation. Authorized Driver of a COI Vehicle. Ability to travel throughout the county. Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing required: subject to random drug and alcohol testing for cause. Works compassionately with a diverse population.

Requirements Conducts Housing Quality Standard inspections and COI property inspections as required. Conduct inspection followed by completion of the required paperwork and data entry functions into multiple service software systems. Maintain a computerized tracking report of all inspections - and completes a monthly report to be submitted to the program manager by the 3rd of the month. Updates customer information related to the inspection process in the Statewide HCV system and CAPSYS. Completes required paperwork per inspection protocol and HUD guidelines. Communicates with landlords and tenants about HQS violations in property Refers tenants to services based on needs identified through inspections Promotes agency mission Maintains consistent professional customer service. Maintains confidentiality and complies with the code of ethics Job performance incorporates integrated service delivery model while promoting self-sufficiency. Other duties as designated by supervisor Key Working Relationships: A. Internal: Housing & Community Service Division Staff and Managers B. External: Vendors, Federal, and Local Government Agencies. Supervisory Scope: A. Number of staff supervised: 0 B. Titles supervised: 0 Organizational Responsibilities: Adheres to all policies and procedures Gathers appropriate documentation and tracks outcomes Participates in organizational committee structures as appropriate Participates in organizational and divisional management systems Physical: Ability to lift up to and including 25-50 pounds of physical effort Knowledge, Skills Required: High School diploma required; Associate's degree in Science, Business, or Human Services preferred. Minimum one year of work experience in property management, building maintenance, code enforcement, quality assurance, customer relations, or the Section 8 housing choice voucher program. Strong interpersonal, communication and customer relations skills. Strong computer skills, including word processing, data entry and spreadsheet in a windows environment. Goal oriented. Ability to develop and maintain & engage in positive relationships with people from various backgrounds. Bilingual preferred. Strong teaming skills. Special Requirements, if any: Must be able to obtain a LexisNexis clearance. Valid Drivers license Ability to travel Reliable transportation Ability to travel throughout the county Obtain HUD Housing Quality Standards Certificate (within one year of employment) Works compassionately with a diverse population Must be able to provide consistent even tempered customer service at all times

The Bus Monitor/Floater will assist the Bus Driver with loading and unloading children from the bus, including securing seat belts. S/he will promote bus safety by helping the children to stay in their seats and monitoring their behavior to help the children follow the bus rules. When assigned to a Head Start or Early Head Start classroom, the Bus Monitor/Floater will assist and cooperate in a supportive role with teaching teams in carrying out developmentally appropriate activities for a classroom setting. S/he will promote the health, nutrition, and education of the children and attend to their safety and welfare. The Bus Monitor/Floater will, as needed, assist the Cook or Cook Assistant in the kitchen, the Facilities Coordinator with janitorial duties, and/or the Family Advocates or Site Coordinator with clerical duties and telephone answering. Pay $15.50

Requirements • Provides supervision and evaluation of Home Care workers according to requirements for contracting agencies and DOH regulations. • Provides on the job training when needed and provides in home joint orientation to new personnel assigned to a case. • Maintains accurate patient files. • Maintains up to date employee health records and personnel files. • Performs initial admission assessment of new referrals, and opens the case, if deemed appropriate for home care to be provided. • Completes mobile intake. • Works in cooperation with the scheduler to assign appropriate staff to the patient receiving home care services. • Reviews all patient care plans with home care workers to assure appropriateness and their ability to provide the services required. When appropriate, provides case management and obtains physicians orders to develop a plan of care to meet the needs of the patient. Review this plan every 6 months or sooner if necessary. • Reviews all complaints that are filed and provides follow up for resolution to patient's satisfaction. • Documents and monitors all accident/incident reports, provides further investigation. • Facilitates quarterly QI meetings. • Maintains liaison with caseworkers, patients, families, and staff. • Maintain aid certifications in NYS DOH database. • Obtain and maintain aid certifications for NYS core curriculum. • Provides on-call coverage. • Promotes agency mission. • Job performance incorporates integrated service delivery model while performing self-sufficiency. • Participates in committee structures, planning, policy development, and volunteerism. • Provides and participates in cross training as needed within the division and COI. • Coordinates certification training for personal care aides on an as needed basis. • Administers equivalency testing, including written skills and demonstration of skills. • Maintains current knowledge of and assures regulatory and procedural compliance. • Assists with recruitment and hiring of new aides. • Interviews new applicants and recommends appropriate candidates. • Class preparation, researching current changes in regulations. • Administers the NYS Home Care Core curriculum as required by DOH. • Includes 40 hours of classroom training, skills training, hands on experience, DDHCW training (A Better Answer), and administers final exam. • Provides on the job training. • Schedules in services countywide and coordinates their presentation. • Works in cooperation with the Health and Family Services Director to develop, plan, and implement new training programs. • Works with internal and external partners to provide Health Care Consulting services. • Works with team on PR and recruitment strategies; community relations. • Develops and keeps procedures and protocols current; implements designated management systems. • Assists with providing and developing training and orientation for service area staff. • Promotes agency wide integrated service delivery strategies. • Participates in designated Coalitions. • Fosters positive relationships with peers, funders, licensors, staff, subcontractors and community partners. • Monitors identified service area budgets; assists Supervisor to develop new or renewed budgets. • Facilitates and participates in meetings as designated. • Fosters ongoing, integrated, comprehensive service delivery model with other COI services. • Coordinates designated functions of the MOU and MOA process. • Facilitates standardization of systems and processes within service area and division. • Utilizes CAPSYS, data, and other tracking and measurement tools to monitor staff performance and service area outcomes; drive improvement and response to need in service area. • Promotes positive agency, division, and service area image. • Other duties as assigned by supervisor. Key Working Relationships: A. Internal: Health and Family Services Director, Health and Family Services Administrative Assistant, Home Care Clerk Scheduler, PCA I's, and PCA II's B. External: Community Agencies, In-Service presenters, Patients and Family Members, QI Committee Members, Contracting agencies and Case Managers, Physicians, Nurses, Social Workers, and Discharge Planners. Supervisory Scope: A. Number of staff supervised: 10-25 B. Titles supervised: PCA I, PCA II, HHA's, Home Care Clerk Scheduler Organizational Responsibilities: • Adheres to all policies and procedures. • Attends appropriate in-services/trainings. • Attends all required meetings. • Data collection, analysis & reporting as required. • Participation in all management systems and functions internally and externally • Participates in organizational committee structures as appropriate. Physical • Ability to lift up to and including 25-50 pounds of physical effort. Knowledge, Skills Required: • Bachelor's degree in nursing required. • Current NYS license for Registered Professional Nurse - DOH fingerprinting already completed for licensure. • Two years' experience working with patients; three years preferred. • Two years' supervisory experience required; three years preferred. • Ability to provide leadership and supervision. • Demonstrate writing and organizational skills. • Ability to develop a training plan based on the Home Care Core Curriculum. • Ability to problem solve; advocate and provide outcomes for the patients. • Customer service skills. • Basic computer skills. Special Requirements, if any: • Must be able to provide consistent even tempered customer service at all times. • Valid Driver's license • Reliable transportation • Ability to travel throughout the county. • Works compassionately with a diverse population. • Experience navigating community programs.

Requirements • Coordinate and provide crisis intervention services in the community for children and adults including intake, outreach visits, assessment, referral, follow-up, telephone lethality monitoring, and disposition of all persons referred. • Facilitate stabilization of acute mental health crisis utilizing the least intrusive and restrictive alternative available to maintain safety. • Complete follow-up and facilitate linkages to needed community services and supports for both the primary customer and his/her family. • Maintain on-call availability by work issued cell phone during scheduled shifts. • Provide mental health evaluations to assess the need for involuntary transport under Section 9.45 of the New York State Mental Hygiene Law; provide signature for 9.45 documents. • Data reporting and analysis as a function of service quality improvement. • Provide marketing and/or educational presentations to the community, or training to other agency staff, as assigned by the Family Growth & Development Manager. • Maintain confidentiality and comply with the code of ethics. • Maintain consistent professional customer service • Promote the Agency mission. • Job performance incorporates a strength-based, integrated service delivery model while promoting self-sufficiency. • Attend scheduled staff meetings, mandatory trainings, in-services, and other functions as required. • Participate in the larger team of the agency through committee structures, planning, policy development and volunteerism. • Promote positive internal and external relationships. • Other duties as assigned by supervisor Key Working Relationships: A. Internal: Director of Health and Family Services, Intensive Services Coordinator, Crisis Team Members, other COI staff B. External: Emergency service providers such as police departments, hospital emergency department, hotline services, other mental health providers, and human service professionals. Supervisory Scope: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Organizational Responsibilities: • Adhere to all policies, procedures, and protocols. • Gathers appropriate documentation and tracks outcomes. • Maintain customer files inputted into CAPTAIN • Complete required progress reports on time. • Participates in organizational committee structures as appropriate. • Participates in organizational and divisional management systems. Knowledge, Skills Required: • Master's Degree in Mental Health Field with NYS Licensure/Certification (includes RN with psychiatric experience and background). • Experience in Mental Health Crisis Intervention preferred. • Knowledge and skills necessary to modify interventions and care according to the customer's age preferred. • Possess a working knowledge of community services and agencies • Excellent oral; written communications skills • Ability to work as part of a team required. • Must be able to demonstrate initiative and resourcefulness; have analytical ability and be able to collect and research information and use sound judgment. • Bilingual (Spanish) preferred. Special Requirements: • Must be able to provide consistent even tempered customer service at all times • Must be able to work evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. • Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. • Completes all OMH requirements. • Maintain all necessary certification and professional licensing as dictated by profession. • Works compassionately with a diverse population • Experience navigating community programs

Grade: 8 Non-Exempt Reports to: Professional Development Coordinator Part-time 17-29 hours/ week Salary $21.45/hourly To raise the quality of care and early education through support, training, mentoring, coaching, assessments, and implementation of a Child Development Associate credentialing (CDA) program. Act as resource to advocate and inform the community on the importance of quality care as it affects children, families, employment, and economic development. Security Clearance: Lv 4 V, A, C, R Requirements Position Responsibilities and Specific Duties: Maintain knowledge of services, regulations, program contracts, mandates, and deliverables. Support the implementation of the Child Development Associate credentialing program following the State and professional guidelines. Provide training in areas of expertise/certification. Implements mentoring and coaching services, technical assistance, intensive technical assistance, child and classroom observations with assigned caseload Maintains knowledge (professional and technical knowledge) of current practices and new developments and trends in early care and education Contribute to Child Care Council media and marketing plan. Develop and deliver trainings for the community Facilitate and participate in meetings as designated. Participates in the continuous quality improvement of contracted programs Prepares and analyzes reports and data relating to responsibilities. Maintains professional boundaries, performance, and confidentiality and complies with code of ethics Assists with Standards of Excellence data and Google Docs updates Promotes positive agency, division, and service area image Develop new leads for fee for service opportunities. Follows designated functions of the contracting process. Supports Summer Food Program Promotes agency mission Maintains consistent professional customer service Job performance incorporates integrated service delivery model while promoting self-sufficiency. Other duties as assigned Key Working Relationships: A. Internal: COI Management, Early Care and Education and Child Care Council staff B. External: Early Care and Education providers and operators, Early Childhood Higher Education professionals, Coalitions Supervisory Scope: None Organizational Responsibilities: Participating in staff focus groups. Assist in maintenance of best practice standards for CCR&R and Early Care and Education Services Adheres to all policies and procedures Gathers appropriate documentation and tracks outcomes Participates in organizational committee structures as appropriate Participates in organizational and divisional management systems as appropriate. Knowledge, Skills Required: Associate Degree with a minimum of 18 credits in Early Childhood or Child Development Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development preferred. At least 3 years of professional experience working with children Knowledge of Early Childhood Principles and Developmentally Appropriate Practices. Within 2 years of employment receive a coaching and/or trainer's credential Within 18 months of employment receive reliability or inter-rater reliability in assessment tools as designated Have excellent human relation skills as well as the ability to work effectively with a wide range of people. Ability to establish and maintain positive and cooperative relationships internally and externally. Demonstrate outstanding customers service skills. Demonstrate skills in the use of Power Point, Excel, and Google Docs Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing in a wide variety of situations Bi-lingual (Spanish) preferred. Special Requirements: Valid Driver's license Reliable Transportation Ability to travel throughout the county. Ability to lift up to and including 50 pounds. Ability to work some weekends and evenings. Must be able to provide consistent even tempered customer service at all times. Works compassionately with a diverse population.

Grade: 7 Non-Exempt Reports to: Professional Development Coordinator Pay rate is $19.66 per hour 35 hours/week Full time The Early Education Assessment Specialist is responsible for supporting quality improvement in early childhood education programs by conducting observations, assessments, and mentoring. This position utilizes standardized, evidenced based assessment tools to evaluate the overall quality of early learning environments. The specialist provides data-driven feedback to enhance professional practice, support continuous education, and inform program development. This role serves as a community resource to advocate for the importance of quality child care and its impact on children, families, workforce development, and the broader economy. Requirements Security Clearance: Level 4 V, A, C, R Position Responsibilities and Specific Duties: · Conduct reliable classroom assessments using standardized, evidenced based assessment tools to evaluate the overall quality of early learning environments · Maintains fidelity and inter-rater reliability for assessment tools through regular calibration and training. · Prepares detailed written reports and data summaries related to site visits and assessments, submitting them promptly and accurately · Utilizes substantial data analysis to develop and customize individualized program plans aimed at improvement or change · Conducts on-site visits to center-based and home-based child care programs to promote best practices and developmentally appropriate environments. · Coordinates mentoring activities to align with OCFS regulations, assessments, CDA competencies, and trauma-informed care principles. · Uses reflective practice with child care providers to improve program quality and child outcomes. · Provides individualized feedback and facilitates informal learning for providers. · Supports implementation of the Child Development Associate (CDA) credentialing program and assists with advisement and certification processes. · Participate in team reflection and collaboration to enhance practices and service delivery. · Maintains up-to-date knowledge of early childhood education trends, regulations, and best practices · Must be highly organized, detailed oriented and able to multi task · Upholds professional boundaries, confidentiality, and the agency code of ethics. · Maintains accurate documentation and supports the maintenance of the Standards of Excellence and Google Docs records. · Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with community partners and early childhood programs · Supports additional programs such as the Summer Food Program. · Promotes agency mission. · Maintains confidentiality and complies with the code of ethics. · Maintains consistent professional customer service. · Job performance incorporates an integrated service delivery model while promoting self-sufficiency. · Other duties as designated by supervisor Key Working Relationships: A. Internal: COI Management, Early Care and Education Staff, Child Care Council Team B. External: Child care providers, Center Directors, Higher Education Professionals, Regional Infant/Toddler Networks, Community Coalitions Supervisory Scope: A. Number of staff supervised:0 Organizational Responsibilities: · Track and document outcomes and program effectiveness · Participate in designated meetings and organizational committees · Adheres to all policies and procedures · Gathers appropriate documentation and tracks outcomes · Participates in organizational committee structures as appropriate · Participate in organizational and divisional management systems Knowledge, Skills Required: · Has a Child Development Credential (CDA) or comparable early childhood certification with a minimum of 12 college credits in Early Childhood or Child Development · Associate's degree preferred in early childhood education or child development preferred. · Minimum of 4 years' professional experience working with children · Knowledge of standardized and evidenced based assessment tools. · Ability to achieve inter-rater reliability in assessment tools within 18 months · Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse populations · Strong oral and written communication skills · Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities · Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and Google Docs · Bilingual (Spanish) preferred Physical: · Ability to lift up to and including 10-25 pounds of physical effort Special Requirements: · Must be able to work occasional evenings and weekends · Must maintain a calm and professional demeanor under pressure · Must be able to provide consistent even tempered customer service at all times · Valid Driver's license · Reliable transportation · Authorized Driver of a COI Vehicle · Ability to travel throughout the county · Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing required · Works compassionately with a diverse population · Experience navigating community programs

Requirements • Assist in the stabilization of Chautauqua County residents experiencing acute mental health crisis utilizing the least intrusive and restrictive alternative available to maintain safety. • Provide individual support, clinically driven self-disclosure, and modeling to assist in crisis stabilization and increased self-sufficiency. • Provide follow-up to assist customers in accessing and navigating needed services, self-help centers, groups, and other social, church, and recreational clubs. • Maintain on-call availability by work issued cell phone during scheduled shifts. • Data reporting and analysis as a function of service quality improvement. • Maintain confidentiality and adhere to the code of ethics. • Promote the Agency mission. • Job performance incorporates a strength-based, integrated service delivery model while promoting self-sufficiency. • Attend scheduled staff meetings, mandatory trainings, in-services, and other functions as required. • Participate in the larger team of the agency through committee structures, planning, policy development and volunteerism. • Assist in delivering marketing and/or educational presentations to the community, or training to other agency staff, as assigned by the Intensive Services Coordinator. • Promote positive internal and external relationships. • Other duties as assigned by supervisor. Key Working Relationships: A. Internal: Director of Health and Family Services, Intensive Services Coordinator, Crisis Team Members, Other COI staff B. External: All emergency service providers such as police departments, Hospital emergency departments, Hotline services, Other mental health providers, Community resources, Human service professionals. Supervisory Scope: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Organizational Responsibilities: • Adhere to all policies, procedures, and protocols. • Gathers appropriate documentation and tracks outcomes. • Maintain customer files inputted into CAPTAIN as assigned. • Complete required progress reports on time. • Participates in organizational committee structures as appropriate. • Participates in organizational and divisional management systems. Knowledge, Skills Required: • Personal familiarity with the Mental Health Service Network (Required) • Completion of approved peer advocacy training offered through the Academy of Peer Services preferred. • High School Diploma or GED; College degree in Human services field preferred. • Has knowledge and skills necessary to modify interventions and care according to the customer's age. • Possess a working knowledge of community services and agencies • Excellent oral; written communications skills • Ability to work as part of a team required. • Must be able to demonstrate initiative, resourcefulness and use sound judgment. • Bilingual (Spanish) preferred. Special Requirements, if any: • Must be able to always provide consistent even tempered customer service • Must be able to work evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. • Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. • Completes all OMH requirements. • Must have internet access at home in order to utilize programs essential to the position • Works compassionately with a diverse population • Experience navigating community programs

Requirements Knowledge, Skills Required: • Associate Degree in Administrative Office Specialist, Applied Scienced, Applied Arts, English, Business Administration, Human Services or Administrative Professional Certificate Required; Bachelor's Degree Preferred • 2 years' previous experience performing administrative assistant duties or clerical functions. • Strong computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PPT) and Google Docs/Drive • Knowledge of Social Media and Website posts. • Ability to compose accurate correspondence and communicate effectively with the public. • Strong customer service, interpersonal and team building skills. • Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills required. • Flexibility. • Ability to problem solve. Physical • Ability to lift up to and including 10-25 pounds of physical effort. X. Special Requirements: • Valid Driver's license. • Reliable transportation. • Ability to travel throughout the county. • Works compassionately with a diverse population. • Must be able to provide consistent even tempered customer service at all times. • Experience navigating community programs preferred.

Title: Assistant Cook Grade: E2 Exempt Non-Exempt $ 16.21 per hour 35 hours/week Reports to: Center Director Assists the Head Cook with all aspects of food preparation and serving for a child care center and summer food program. I Security Clearance None Position Responsibilities and Specific Duties: • Assists Head Cook with preparation and cooking of daily meals. • Assists in the maintenance and monitoring of Health Department regulations. • Sets up carts for delivery of food to classrooms and return. • Place food into hot packs and vehicles for transport to off-site locations. • Transport, as needed, food and supplies to the off-site classroom. • Wash dishes and food prep areas • In absence of Head Cook • Completes required paperwork • Orders food • Directs Kitchen Assistants in their job duties • Promotes agency mission. • Maintains confidentiality and complies with the code of ethics. • Maintains consistent professional customer service. • Job performance incorporates integrated service delivery model while promoting self- sufficiency. • Other duties as designated by supervisor. V. Key Working Relationships: A. Internal: Head Cook, Kitchen Assistant, child care staff B. External: Vendors, Customers, and Summer Food Program participating Agencies Supervisory Scope: A. Number of staff supervised: 0 B. Titles supervised: None Organizational Responsibilities: • Adheres to all policies and procedures. • Gathers appropriate documentation and tracks outcomes. • Participates in organizational committee structures as appropriate. • Participates in organizational and divisional management systems Requirements Knowledge, Skills Required: • High School Diploma or GED • 2 Years of work experience cooking or post-high school certification in food preparation • Knowledge of health and food sanitation procedures and practices. • Knowledge of food allergies and food related diseases and the ingredients that can cause allergies/intolerances. • Basic math and record keeping skills. Physical • Ability to lift up to and including 25-50 pounds of physical effort Special Requirements: • Have or obtain within 90 days of employment, Food Handler Safety Training certificate (as required by Chautauqua County Department of Health) • Meets OCFS training requirements and maintains training logs • Must be able to provide consistent even tempered customer service at all times. • Completes all required NYS background clearances. • Pre-employment physical exams and TB Testing. • Valid Driver's license. • Reliable transportation • Authorized Driver of a COI Vehicle. • Ability to travel throughout the county. • Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing required; subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Requirements • Assists patients with activities of daily living. • Bathing, oral care, skin care, nail, and hair care, shaving, ambulation and transfers, toileting, dressing, assisting to eat, cleaning, shopping, meal preparation, laundry and paying bills as listed per plan of care. • Other duties as designated by supervisor. Key Working Relationships: A. Internal: Health and Family Services Director, RN Trainer/Supervisor, Schedulers, Office Staff, Co-Workers B. External: Patients and family members, Caseworkers Supervisory Scope: No Supervisory responsibilities Organizational Responsibilities: • Accurately completes timesheets and flow sheets in a timely manner • Completes in-service requirements and health requirements • Reports all accidents and incidents • Identifies problems or changes and reports them to supervisor • Carries out all policies and procedures of the agency. • Maintains strict confidentiality and complies with the code of ethics. • Attends in-services as required, and completes annual mandatory requirements Knowledge, Skills Required: • Completion of personal care aide training class, “Home Care Core Curriculum”. • Possess a certificate of previous training • Demonstration of hands-on skills • Ability to effectively communicate and work with minimal supervision Special Requirements: • Must be able to provide consistent even tempered customer service at all times • Completes all NYS DOH requirements. • Valid driver's license recommended, but not necessary • Reliable Transportation - Ability to travel or walk to patients' homes. • Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Requirements Knowledge, Skills Required: • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) • One year experience working with children. • Must obtain CDA credential within two years of employment. • Ability to work on a team. • Good verbal and written communication skills. • Computer skills required. • Bilingual (Spanish) preferred. Physical: • Ability to lift up to and including 25-50 pounds of physical effort Special Requirements: • Meets OCFS training requirements and maintains training logs. • Flexibility in work schedule. • Must be able to provide consistent even tempered customer service at all times • Valid Driver's license • Works compassionately with a diverse population

Requirements · Assist in the provision of crisis intervention services in the community for children and adults including intake, outreach visits, assessment, referral, follow-up, telephone lethality monitoring, and disposition of all persons presenting for Mobile Crisis Services. · Assist in the facilitation of stabilization of acute mental health crisis utilizing the least intrusive and restrictive alternative available to maintain safety. · Complete follow-up and facilitate linkages to needed community services and supports for both the primary customer and his/her family. · Maintain on-call availability by work issued cell phone during scheduled shifts. · Data reporting and analysis as a function of service quality improvement. · Maintain confidentiality and comply with the code of ethics. · Promote the Agency mission. · Maintains consistent professional customer service. · Job performance incorporates a strength-based, integrated service delivery model while promoting self-sufficiency. · Attend scheduled staff meetings, mandatory trainings, in-services, and other functions as required. · Provide marketing and/or educational presentations to the community, or training to other agency staff, as assigned by the Family Growth & Development Manager. · Participate in the larger team of the agency through committee structures, planning, policy development and volunteerism. · Promote positive internal and external relationships. · Other duties as assigned by supervisor. Key Working Relationships: A. Internal: Director of Health and Family Services, Intensive Services Coordinator, Crisis Team Members, and other COI staff B. External: Emergency service providers such as police departments, hospital emergency department, hotline services, other mental health providers, and human service professionals. Supervisory Scope: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Organizational Responsibilities: • Adhere to all policies, procedures, and protocols. • Gathers appropriate documentation and tracks outcomes. • Maintain customer files inputted into CAPTAIN • Complete required progress reports on time. • Participates in organizational committee structures as appropriate. • Participates in organizational and divisional management systems. Knowledge, Skills Required: · Bachelor's Degree in a human services field. · Experience in Crisis Intervention with the Mentally Ill population required. · Possess a working knowledge of community services and agencies · Has knowledge and skills necessary to modify interventions and care according to the customer's age. · Excellent oral; written communications skills · Ability to work as part of a team required. · Must be able to demonstrate initiative and resourcefulness; have analytical ability and be able to collect and research information and use sound judgment. · Bilingual (Spanish) preferred. Special Requirements: • Must be able to always provide consistent even tempered customer service • Must be able to work evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. • Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. • Completes all OMH requirements. • Must maintain a working telephone • Works compassionately with a diverse population • Experience navigating community programs

Grade: 8 Non-Exempt Reports to: Professional Development Coordinator Full-Time 35 hours/ week Salary $21.47/hourly To raise the quality of care and early education through support, training, mentoring, coaching, assessments, and implementation of a Child Development Associate credentialing (CDA) program. Act as resource to advocate and inform the community on the importance of quality care as it affects children, families, employment, and economic development. Security Clearance: Lv 4 V, A, C, R Requirements Position Responsibilities and Specific Duties: Maintain knowledge of services, regulations, program contracts, mandates, and deliverables. Support the implementation of the Child Development Associate credentialing program following the State and professional guidelines. Provide training in areas of expertise/certification. Implements mentoring and coaching services, technical assistance, intensive technical assistance, child and classroom observations with assigned caseload Maintains knowledge (professional and technical knowledge) of current practices and new developments and trends in early care and education Contribute to Child Care Council media and marketing plan. Develop and deliver trainings for the community Facilitate and participate in meetings as designated. Participates in the continuous quality improvement of contracted programs Prepares and analyzes reports and data relating to responsibilities. Maintains professional boundaries, performance, and confidentiality and complies with code of ethics Assists with Standards of Excellence data and Google Docs updates Promotes positive agency, division, and service area image Develop new leads for fee for service opportunities. Follows designated functions of the contracting process. Supports Summer Food Program Promotes agency mission Maintains consistent professional customer service Job performance incorporates integrated service delivery model while promoting self-sufficiency. Other duties as assigned Key Working Relationships: A. Internal: COI Management, Early Care and Education and Child Care Council staff B. External: Early Care and Education providers and operators, Early Childhood Higher Education professionals, Coalitions Supervisory Scope: None Organizational Responsibilities: Participating in staff focus groups. Assist in maintenance of best practice standards for CCR&R and Early Care and Education Services Adheres to all policies and procedures Gathers appropriate documentation and tracks outcomes Participates in organizational committee structures as appropriate Participates in organizational and divisional management systems as appropriate. Knowledge, Skills Required: Associate Degree with a minimum of 18 credits in Early Childhood or Child Development Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development preferred. At least 3 years of professional experience working with children Knowledge of Early Childhood Principles and Developmentally Appropriate Practices. Within 2 years of employment receive a coaching and/or trainer's credential Within 18 months of employment receive reliability or inter-rater reliability in assessment tools as designated Have excellent human relation skills as well as the ability to work effectively with a wide range of people. Ability to establish and maintain positive and cooperative relationships internally and externally. Demonstrate outstanding customers service skills. Demonstrate skills in the use of Power Point, Excel, and Google Docs Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing in a wide variety of situations Bi-lingual (Spanish) preferred. Special Requirements: Valid Driver's license Reliable Transportation Ability to travel throughout the county. Ability to lift up to and including 50 pounds. Ability to work some weekends and evenings. Must be able to provide consistent even tempered customer service at all times. Works compassionately with a diverse population.

Early Childhood Quality Assessment Specialist Grade: 7 Non-Exempt Reports to: Professional Development Coordinator Pay rate is $19.66 per hour 17-29 hours/week Part time The Early Education Assessment Specialist is responsible for supporting quality improvement in early childhood education programs by conducting observations, assessments, and mentoring. This position utilizes standardized, evidenced based assessment tools to evaluate the overall quality of early learning environments. The specialist provides data-driven feedback to enhance professional practice, support continuous education, and inform program development. This role serves as a community resource to advocate for the importance of quality child care and its impact on children, families, workforce development, and the broader economy. Requirements Security Clearance: Level 4 V, A, C, R Position Responsibilities and Specific Duties: · Conduct reliable classroom assessments using standardized, evidenced based assessment tools to evaluate the overall quality of early learning environments · Maintains fidelity and inter-rater reliability for assessment tools through regular calibration and training. · Prepares detailed written reports and data summaries related to site visits and assessments, submitting them promptly and accurately · Utilizes substantial data analysis to develop and customize individualized program plans aimed at improvement or change · Conducts on-site visits to center-based and home-based child care programs to promote best practices and developmentally appropriate environments. · Coordinates mentoring activities to align with OCFS regulations, assessments, CDA competencies, and trauma-informed care principles. · Uses reflective practice with child care providers to improve program quality and child outcomes. · Provides individualized feedback and facilitates informal learning for providers. · Supports implementation of the Child Development Associate (CDA) credentialing program and assists with advisement and certification processes. · Participate in team reflection and collaboration to enhance practices and service delivery. · Maintains up-to-date knowledge of early childhood education trends, regulations, and best practices · Must be highly organized, detailed oriented and able to multi task · Upholds professional boundaries, confidentiality, and the agency code of ethics. · Maintains accurate documentation and supports the maintenance of the Standards of Excellence and Google Docs records. · Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with community partners and early childhood programs · Supports additional programs such as the Summer Food Program. · Promotes agency mission. · Maintains confidentiality and complies with the code of ethics. · Maintains consistent professional customer service. · Job performance incorporates an integrated service delivery model while promoting self-sufficiency. · Other duties as designated by supervisor Key Working Relationships: A. Internal: COI Management, Early Care and Education Staff, Child Care Council Team B. External: Child care providers, Center Directors, Higher Education Professionals, Regional Infant/Toddler Networks, Community Coalitions Supervisory Scope: A. Number of staff supervised:0 Organizational Responsibilities: · Track and document outcomes and program effectiveness · Participate in designated meetings and organizational committees · Adheres to all policies and procedures · Gathers appropriate documentation and tracks outcomes · Participates in organizational committee structures as appropriate · Participate in organizational and divisional management systems Knowledge, Skills Required: · Has a Child Development Credential (CDA) or comparable early childhood certification with a minimum of 12 college credits in Early Childhood or Child Development · Associate's degree preferred in early childhood education or child development preferred. · Minimum of 4 years' professional experience working with children · Knowledge of standardized and evidenced based assessment tools. · Ability to achieve inter-rater reliability in assessment tools within 18 months · Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse populations · Strong oral and written communication skills · Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities · Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and Google Docs · Bilingual (Spanish) preferred Physical: · Ability to lift up to and including 10-25 pounds of physical effort Special Requirements: · Must be able to work occasional evenings and weekends · Must maintain a calm and professional demeanor under pressure · Must be able to provide consistent even tempered customer service at all times · Valid Driver's license · Reliable transportation · Authorized Driver of a COI Vehicle · Ability to travel throughout the county · Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing required · Works compassionately with a diverse population · Experience navigating community programs