2. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
The Director of Development must be visionary, energetic, highly organized, and an excellent communicator; goal oriented; willing to take risks and lead influential volunteer teams at State and local levels; demonstrated success in managing campaigns and making major gift solicitation calls; ability to manage the Development Office; computer literate and experienced with fund development data base software; knowledgeable in organizing prospect development systems; experienced at organizing endowment fund programs and capital campaigns; and able to effectively lead diverse teams.
3. RECRUITMENT STANDARDS/QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution. Minimum of 3 years experience in fundraising or in related fields.
Proven track record in the solicitation of gifts.
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in the development and solicitations of major gift prospects, development and implementation of capital campaigns, and knowledge and experience working with a development database such as Raisers’ Edge.
Cover letter, resume and list of three references may be sent to
Jan Rollinson
HR Manager
NCCAT
276 NCCAT Dr
Cullowhee, NC 28723
FAX 828 227 7508
For more information about NCCAT please visit www.nccat.org
The Drop-In Child Care is a free service for parents who are members of Club W (the YWCA Health and Fitness Center), are actively seeking employment, attending school and/or accessing social services.
The qualified applicant will have experience working with children in an educational environment, and is knowledgeable in planning and implementing enriching activities, games, crafts, etc. for children.
This position is part time Monday –Thursday 4:15-8:15pm and Saturdays 8:45-11:45am.
Send cover letter and resume by December 21, 2009 with ATTENTION: NEW CHOICES
Or, drop by the YWCA front desk to fill-out an application.
Purpose: To assist the Asheville City Schools Foundation in furthering its communications, public relations and outreach.
Qualifications
Essential:
Excellent written and verbal skills;
The ability to represent the organization through public speaking in schools and throughout the community.
Adequate computer skills
Desired:
Advanced computer skills including website management and graphic design
Photography & film skills
Job description:
The ACSF PR VISTA will research cutting edge communication and public relations strategies so that he or she can improve upon the existing communications/public relations plan that includes the creation a photo database of our projects at each school.
One outreach per month to community groups.
Volunteer recruitment 1 to 2 volunteers to assist with visibility events (tabling at festivals and conferences) or to accomplish tasks related to website management and photography or film projects.
PR VISTA will also assist the public relations committee in working with media to increase visibility for the ACSF and the city schools in local media.
As well as assisting with PR and Visibility for fundraising events.
The VISTA will have the opportunity to research and/or write all or portions of grants that support organizational and program development.
VISTA will participate in at least one other initiative as part of the Asheville Learning Links Project.
Please respond by December 7.
Job Summary:
Under limited supervision is responsible for directing, overseeing, monitoring and supervising the daily operations and activities of a program/department and for maintaining sound fiscal responsibility and budgetary oversight of all program operations.
Education and/or Experience
Masters degree in a Human Service Field preferred, with at least 4 years of experience in a supervisory capacity with the focus of Developmental Disabilities OR Bachelor’s degree in human services, special education, or related field with at least 3 years of experience supervising and managing a program or department, preferably in the vocation of developmental disabilities. Qualified Professional status preferred.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Direct and oversee subordinate staff such as Program Coordinators, Qualified Professionals and/or Production staff who are involved with supervising and assisting individuals in implementing program related goals.
Ensure a safe, positive, stimulating learning and social environment for staff and people we support.
Conduct regular open and honest communication with staff in a professional manner.
Maintain effective relationships with LifeSpan management, support staff and other Program Directors.
Ensure best practices are being followed and implemented.
Build good relationships with a variety of individuals and groups (e.g. individuals, supervisors, families/guardians, consultants, case managers, Local Management Entities (LME’s), psychologists/therapists).
Implement the LifeSpan Philosophy by constantly promoting the ChOICES Training Curriculum and Philosophy.
Set a positive example for the staff by modeling the ChOICES Philosophy.
Ensure all new hires receive proper initiation, training and mentoring during first 90 days of employment.
Ensure all staff receive ongoing training (both on-the-job and classroom) to continuously grow and develop skills.
Recognize employee successes through the use of the Philosophy on a regular basis.
Create a program atmosphere that fosters, promotes, and rewards teamwork.
Motivate staff to promote retention and lessen turnover.
Monitor turnover and other staffing trends and work with lead staff and/or Human Resources to address.
Manage buildings and grounds by ensuring that building is clean and free of clutter, equipment is in good repair, grounds are neat and well kept and environment is inviting and in compliance with Health and Safety Regulations.
Achieve family and individual satisfaction targets/goals by ensuring that families and individuals in programs are satisfied with services.
Establish and monitor consumer satisfaction process for QA/QI purposes.
Participate in LME provider meetings.
Ensure individuals’ goals are met through supervisory meetings.
Ensure individual successes (both employee and people we support) are recognized.
Implement LifeSpan Policies and Procedures by ensuring compliance with Individual Rights.
Ensure all program contractual requirements are met.
Oversee, approve and manage all payroll procedures for program.
Ensure all staff are aware of and understand personnel policies.
Manage resources by ensuring that program assets are properly safeguarded and maintained.
Train and/or ensure staff are properly trained in loss control techniques and have firm understanding of customer quality issues.
Develop, maintain, adjust and manage program budget.
Cross-train staff in specific areas, as needed.
Coordinate and oversee new admissions and individual transfers.
Interview and select quality staff in conjunction with other supervisors.
Supervise and develop staff by initiating training, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
Assist, as needed, with people we support in personal hygiene needs (e.g. actual toileting, diapering, feeding, etc or helping staff determine a plan of action to meet the person’s needs). Serve as backup coverage for direct care staff when necessary (emergency staffing situations only-should not be part of daily routine).
Provide individual services to include intake and placement, service coordination, satisfaction surveys, coordination of family meetings, etc.
Oversee, participate in and prepare for audits.
Establish ongoing and random compliance auditing cycle.
Maintain compliance with all Federal regulations and State Licensure requirements.
Abide by, enforce and participate in the implementation and ongoing oversight of all LifeSpan safety standards and regulations. Serve as a role model for all Health and Safety Initiatives.
Additional and/or Program Specific Responsibilities:
The following applies to only those Program Directors with a food nutrition program:
Food Nutrition Program - Complete worksheet for affidavit of enrollment. Complete affidavit of enrollment. Compile Monthly Attendance Sheets and Change in Enrollment sheets for admissions and withdrawals. Complete eligibility options. Complete formula meal production sheets. Review menus and meal plans. Gather, compile, and fill out site paperwork for combining with the other sites in filling out the CACFP contract. Facilitate on site training. Attend off site training sessions.
LifeSpan, a NC Non-Profit serving 2,200 children and adults from 26 locations between Waynesville and Burlington, transforms the lives of children and adults with developmental disabilities by providing education, employment, and enrichment opportunities that promote inclusion, choice, family supports, and other best practices.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma and 6 months relevant experience. Knowledge of facilities maintenance using electrical knowledge, knowledge of OSHA, plumbing, yards and grounds, and in other complex machinery and systems, as required by the job.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
• Knowledge of sophisticated maintenance systems.
• Construction skills.
• Vehicle maintenance skills.
• Landscaping and grounds keeping skills.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:
• Work is normally performed outside in the elements.
• Significant physical effort required.
• Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks, such as operating dangerous equipment or working with chemicals.
• The work week will generally be contained within a normal Monday through Friday schedule with the morning generally beginning no later than 8:15 AM and ending no earlier than 5:15 PM, with an hour off for lunch.
• Occasionally, the Maintenance Assistant will be called on off hours for advice and action, as well.
(NOTE: This initial job description may change due to changes in new facilities being added)
Responsibilities
To provide instruction, support, and supervision to participants to teach appropriate skills and behaviors for maximum involvement and success in the community
1. Supports or helps to lead work training crews in any and all of the work training areas of CooperRiis, including Farm and Grounds, Kitchen, Office, Housekeeping, or Woodshop and Maintenance. Generally the crews will have no more than 4 residents.
2. Supports or helps to lead recreational and artistic group activities both on CooperRiis and in nearby environs. The Support Staff member may lead activities as assigned and is also encouraged to be creative and initiate and lead activities that are close to his or her heart and interests.
3. Occasionally works alone for the sole purpose of helping to complete tasks that are needed for the smooth functioning of the CooperRiis community.
4. Acquires general knowledge of each resident’s Individual Service Plan and helps each to build on their successes or remove impediments.
5. Works with the Recovery Coach or other clinical staff when assistance is needed to help a resident who may need special care.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS: Generally, full-time Support Staff, who commit to work at least one year, must have a Bachelors Degree. Shorter term Support Staff need not meet this requirement; consequently they may not be given the full range of assignments that are given to those with a Bachelor’s Degree. Generally, the Support Staff person will be 21 or above (18 is the minimum age) and will spend a very active year at CooperRiis on their way to other life experiences. Interns or summer volunteers may spend as little as 1 to 3 months at CooperRiis during their BA educational experience. Alternately, CooperRiis also encourages volunteers for the role of Support Staff as well. The Support Staff member must demonstrate that he or she has work or life experience that has thoroughly tested his or her relationship skills. Work experience with individuals who are coping with serious and persistent mental illness is helpful but not necessary.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: The Support Staff will have superb interpersonal skills, exercise good judgment and have an intuitive capacity that enables him or her to ‘read’ the status of residents.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:
• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment or outside in a farm-work environment.
• Significant physical effort required.
• Work environment may involve exposure to physical risks, such as operating dangerous equipment or working with chemicals.
WORK HOURS: Varied. Most will work either a Sunday through Thursday or a Tuesday through Saturday schedule. Few will work a Monday through Friday schedule. Typically, the Support Staff will work the same Work Program schedule as the residents. Given that the Support Staff member has a 40-hour work week commitment, (and if you do not work a full 40 hours on your assigned tasks, you may be asked to assist with organized group activities on-site or off-site). An exception may be the Support Staff person who receives a permanent assignment to a particular work area. In that case, the Manager may schedule additional hours for the Support Staff person, as allowed by the Work Training and Creative Arts Program Director. In short, each Support Staff’s role and schedule will be highly individualized and may change weekly.
(NOTE: These duties may change at any given time, this is just a basis for the position). There is no guarantee of a position if any come open, but you will be given first opportunity for a paid position.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Plan and execute March for Babies including revenue leadership, sponsorship and teams.
• Recruit, develop and support influential volunteer leaders for board and fundraising activities.
• Plan and execute special events; explore and develop new sources of income for the division.
• Provide ongoing guidance and support for volunteers and staff.
• Secure sponsorship base for fundraising events.
• Provide organization visibility through public relations and promotional efforts.
• Develop and effectively implement community service and educational programs.
• Control and maintain board minutes and accounting records of the division.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and education
• Three years experience in fundraising or related field such as sales with successful track record of income growth
• Excellent management, organizational, interpersonal and communications skills
• Ability to function in a fast paced environment and deal with multiple priorities
If you think you may be qualified and interested in this position, or know of someone who may be qualified, please contact: