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MVCAA Current Positions Open
MVCAA Offers a Generous Benefit Package!
Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency, Inc. (MVCAA) is an
Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V
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Please click on a position listed below for a detailed job description.
This page last updated on 09/02/10
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Administration
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Child Development
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All qualified candidates should send a letter of interest and resume to: employment@mvcaa.com
- or click here for an application and mail to -
Director of Human Resources
MVCAA 9882 River Road Utica , New York 13502
Call the Human Resources Dept. @ 315-624-9930 x245 for further details on any of the positions listed above.
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Family Resources
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Housing
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HOUSING SPECIALIST / Rome Office
Section 8 Rental Assistant Program
Full time, 35 hours a week, Salary Range: $10.96-$14.64
Performs the day-to-day operations for the Section 8 Certificate and Voucher Program under the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (hereafter referred to as the HUD Rental Assistance Program) under the direct supervision of the Rental Assistance Program Director. Must be proficient with federal regulations governing the Section 8 Certificate, Voucher, Family Self Sufficiency, and Family Unification Programs, including any and all statutory amendments published in the Federal Register and/or regulatory rules published in the HUD General Notices. Maintain and implement forms and/or procedures covering current program regulations as enacted by HUD and the Rental Assistance Program Director pertaining to client eligibility, calculation of eligible assistance, and Housing Assistance Payments (HAP) contract. Performs initial/re-certification of eligibility interviews (briefing) with prospective tenants and landlords. Certify new program participants and re-certify existing program participants on a timely basis. Maintains accurate and up-to-date records. Prepares calculations for computer input as required. Maintain and update all computerized program statistical reports, computerized forms, and correspondence. Responsible for the printing of all monthly checks for the program. Maintain computerized wait lists on behalf of the Public Housing Authorities, and reviews preliminary applications. Maintain accurate wait lists of potential program participants and certifies participant case files. Inspects and evaluates housing unit to ensure existing conditions conform to the minimum Housing Quality Standards required by HUD. Must be able to calculate complex mathematical computations. Must be able to meet and deal effectively with the public. Must be able to work with low-income households, the elderly, and landlords. Must be able to analyze facts and figures, and select appropriate action from a variety of procedures.
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CLASSROOM AIDES
Multiple Centers, NE-1 Salary Range $7.25/hr - $9.42/hr
To assist education staff in daily classroom functions including health mandates. Assists in the implementation of the daily routine as assigned by Teacher. Maintains children’s health records during the program year. Maintains first aid kit on monthly basis. Conducts health screenings for each child ( vision, hearing, hts./ wts.) and completes follow testing as needed. Ensure each child has current physical and dental record. Assists parents in securing medical and dental home and referrals as needed. Implements activities which will support Teacher in collecting documentation on individual children ( ongoing progress notes). Attends to the physical needs of children ( i.e. diapering, feeding, toileting, rocking, holds children). Supports children’s individualized goals, as directed by Teacher. Cleans up activity materials, sweeps and mops floor after each meal in cooperation with other staff. Provides custodial duties not provided by the Lease Agreement. Communicates with children in a positive, developmentally appropriate manner. Secures a classroom volunteers, or substitute when absent. Completes health paperwork and submits monthly to Health Manager. Ensures that the classroom environment is in compliance with NYSOCFS regulations and HS Performance Standards. Participates in annual self-assessment. Obtains and reports program In-Kind. Attends trainings, and meetings as required. Qualifications Diploma or equivalent. Good communication skills. Able to travel to all Head Start sites, trainings, visits, etc. as necessary and requested. Annual physical examination. CPS Clearance. Ability to relate to people from varied backgrounds. Must be able to lift 50 lbs., climb a flight of stairs several times a day and get down on the floor and interact with children.High School
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ASSISTANT TEACHERS
Multiple Centers, Early Head Start and Head Start, NE-3, Salary Range $8.62/hr. - $11.50/hr. Assists the teacher in conducting an appropriate program. Assumes the Teacher’s role in his/her absence. Assists Teacher with curriculum planning. Assistant Teacher is responsible for developing one week of lesson plans per month which supports the Creative Curriculum. Will support Teacher in collecting documentation on individual children. ( One observation per day; progress notes collected throughout the week)Assists Teacher with record keeping. Assists Teacher with implementing consistent daily routine which supports children’s individualized goals. Ensures that classroom environment is in compliance with NYSOCFS regulations and HS Performance Standards. Implements the Creative Curriculum philosophy. Communicates with children in a positive, developmentally appropriate manner. Conducts and plans parent involvement activities and encourages parent participation. Responsible for maintaining meal counts and entering information into data base. Cleans up activity materials, sweeps and mops floor after each meal in cooperation with other staff. Provides custodial duties not provided by the Lease Agreement. Conducts Home Teaching Visits under supervision of Teacher as required. Secures classroom volunteers, or substitute when absent. Attends to the physical needs of the children ( i.e. diapering, toileting, feeding, resting, rocking, holds children).Obtains and reports program In-Kind. Attends training and staff meetings as required. Participates in annual self-assessment. Qualifications: Current Infant/Toddler CDA, or AAS in Early Childhood with infant/toddler specific coursework, or Current Preschool CDA or AAs that includes 9 credit hours of Early Childhood coursework, or AAs in Early Childhood preferred.Able to travel to all Head Start sites, training, visits, etc. as necessary and requested. Annual physical examination. CPS Clearance. Ability to relate to people from varied backgrounds. Must be able to lift 50 lbs., climb a flight of stairs several tines a day and get down on the floor and interact with children.
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TEACHERS
Multiple Centers, NE-8, Salary Range $12.31/hr - $16.41/hr
The Teacher will plan and conduct an appropriate classroom program utilizing the abilities of the Assistant Teacher, parent and volunteers to the fullest extent. The program will be in keeping with the Head Start Performance Standards, Early Childhood Best Practice Standards and the needs of the individual child as well as the groups, in accordance with Child Development Philosophy.Supervises and direct daily activities of all adults in the classroom. Keeps accurate and confidential records as required. Secures volunteers and/or substitutes when absent or attending Conferences. Plans developmentally appropriate and individualized Early Childhood curriculum in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards and NY State Learning Standards. Work with the Assistant Teacher and Classroom Aide to achieve program goals and will utilize parent and community volunteers to support program function. Conducts parent-teacher conferences bi-annually. Assists in center inventory and orders supplies needed. Maintains work environment in adherence with licensing regulations. To act as a liaison between the center and the building representative. Completes accurate evaluations of appropriate personnel. Completes screenings and assessments on children; makes appropriate referrals. Promotes Parent Education throughout the program. Attends meetings as required. Develops and assigns work plan for Foster Grandparent. Attends to the physical needs of the children (i.e. diapering, feeding, toileting, resting, etc.) Participates in annual program self-assessment. Obtains and reports program In-Kind. Conducts a minimum of two (2) home visits per year. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum AAS in Early Childhood Education or related field; Bachelor’s Degree preferred. New York State Certification a plus. Experience teaching in a Preschool classroom. Willing and able to travel to all Head Start sites, training, visits, etc. as necessary and requested. Annual physical examination. CPS Clearance. Ability to relate to people of varied backgrounds. Ability to maintain confidentiality about children and families. Must be able to lift 50 lbs., climb a flight of stairs several times a day and get down on the floor and interact with children.
Multiple Centers, NE-8, Salary Range $12.31/hr - $16.41/hr
The Teacher will plan and conduct an appropriate classroom program utilizing the abilities of the Assistant Teacher, parent and volunteers to the fullest extent. The program will be in keeping with the Head Start Performance Standards, Early Childhood Best Practice Standards and the needs of the individual child as well as the groups, in accordance with Child Development Philosophy. Supervises and direct daily activities of all adults in the classroom. Keeps accurate and confidential records as required. Secures volunteers and/or substitutes when absent or attending Conferences. Plans developmentally appropriate and individualized Early Childhood curriculum in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards and NY State Learning Standards. Work with the Assistant Teacher and Classroom Aide to achieve program goals and will utilize parent and community volunteers to support program function. Conducts parent-teacher conferences bi-annually. Assists in center inventory and orders supplies needed. Maintains work environment in adherence with licensing regulations. To act as a liaison between the center and the building representative. Completes accurate evaluations of appropriate personnel. Completes screening on children; makes appropriate referrals. Promotes Parent Education throughout the program. Attends meetings as required. Develops and assigns work plan for FGP. Attends to the physical needs of the children (i.e. diapering, feeding, toileting, resting, etc.) Participates in annual program self-assessment. Obtains and reports program In-Kind. Conducts a minimum of two (2) home visits per year. QUALIFICATIONS NYS Teacher Certification - (N-6 in Early Childhood). Willing and able to travel to all Head Start sites, training, visits, etc. as necessary and requested. Annual physical examination. CPS Clearance. Ability to relate to people of varied backgrounds. Must be able to lift 50 lbs., climb a flight of stairs several times a day and get down on the floor and interact with children.
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Nutrition Aide (s)
LOCATIONS: Utica / Rome Centers
CLASSIFICATION: NE-2, Salary Range $7.84 – $10.47
Responsible for serving meals and snacks, following cycle menu, ensuring compliance with CACFP, state and local codes and Performance Standards. Receive/deliver food from central kitchen, if necessary. Check delivery invoice for accuracy. Help serve meals and snacks in each classroom as scheduled. Ensure that all menu items are served each day taking into consideration special dietary needs as stated on the Dietary Modification Forms. Track enrollment and consumption to assist in forecasting of production needs. Assist Cook with receipt of food and supply deliveries from vendors. Assist with storage of food promptly and at proper temperatures. Perform cleaning duties as assigned (refrigerators, countertops, load/unload dishwasher, small appliances, etc.) Rinse empty food transport containers, tableware, serving dishes, utensils and steam table pans thoroughly before returning them to central kitchen. Keep food preparation and serving areas clean by following established procedures for sanitizing food contact surfaces. Monitor supplies of paper goods and cleaning supplies; notify the Cook in advance when orders need to be placed. Fill-in for Cook as needed. Participate in annual program self-assessment. Obtain and report program in-kind. Attend meetings and trainings as required. Adhere to Agency Personnel Procedures. High School Diploma/GED. Knowledge of food safety and preparation. Able to lift 40 lbs. Willing and able to travel to all Head Start sites, training, home visits, etc. as necessary and requested. Annual physical examination. CPS Clearance. Ability to relate to people from varied backgrounds
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