FOR-DO, an addiction recovery community organization, is hiring a Recovery Care Manager to oversee the Access to Recovery Project, a federally funded grant program.
Duties Include:
• Screening and assessment for substance abuse disorders
• Determining client eligibility for services
• Referrals to local services and follow-up care
Candidates must be a QHP as defined by NYS OASAS such as a CASAC, LCSW, LMSW or similar credential/licensure
Send resume with cover letter to:
FOR-DO, 22 Elm St., Oneonta, NY 13820 or execdirfordo@hotmail.com
http://friendsofrecoverydo.org/
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
JSEC Facilitating Professional Human Resources Study Group and Learning Systems
Greetings,
Otsego/Delaware and Chenango JSECs are interested in assisting local HR Professionals in obtaining the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification. We are facilitating the start of a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Certification Study Group and providing information about the SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) Learning System. We need your help in starting the Study Group. To help please complete the survey below and return it to alan.sessions@labor.ny.gov
SHRM Study Group Survey:
1. Are you interested in participating in a SHRM Study Group?
2. What days of the week and/or times of the day are you available for participating in a Study Group?
3. How often are you willing to meet?
4. Are you available to meet on weekends?
5. Would you or your employer be interested in purchasing a SHRM Learning System at an estimated cost of $500? (more details will be available soon)
6. What support do you expect from your employer? (i.e. Reimbursement of SHRM Membership, Exam Fees, purchase of Learning System, Time Off for Study Group)
7. Can you participate in a Study Group that met in Norwich? If not, Oneonta or Sidney?
8. Please provide your contact information.
Thank you!
We have been very fortunate to have Kim Parker, SPHR, volunteer to facilitate the study group. Kim Parker has her SPHR, and is the Human Resources Strategy & Programs Manager for The Raymond Corporation. Below is general information about the PHR Certification. The Study Group is also being co-sponsored by The Raymond Corporation, CDO Workforce, and Morrisville State College.
Reminder about upcoming JSEC meetings: Otsego/Delaware JSEC Meeting, Thursday (tomorrow), February 3, 2011, 8:30am, CDO Workforce Center, 12 Dietz St., in Oneonta AND Chenango JSEC Meeting, Wednesday, February 9, 2011, 9am, CDO Workforce Center, 1 O’Hara Dr., in Norwich.
Alan Sessions, Business Services Rep.
Dept. of Labor & CDO Workforce
12 Dietz St., Oneonta, NY 13820
607-432-4800, Ext. 103
alan.sessions@labor.ny.gov
Why Earn Your PHR/SPHR Certification
Now is the time to boost your career, strengthen your department and help your organization grow. The Professional in Human Resources (PHR®) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR®) certification is more than a suffix, it will help:
• Ensure that your knowledge of HR topics and legislation is current and help protect your organization from risk.
• Provide you with the opportunity to join companies that are requiring certification for their employees.
• Demonstrate you have mastered the HR body of knowledge.
PHR/SPHR Requirements
To qualify for PHR or SPHR certification, applicant must meet the following requirements:
PHR eligibility requirements – four years of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience with less than a Bachelor’s degree; two years of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or one year of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience with a Master’s degree or higher.
SPHR eligibility requirements – seven years of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience with less than a Bachelor’s degree; five years of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or four years of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience with a Master’s degree or higher.
SHRM Learning System – PHR/SPHR Preparation
The SHRM Learning System provides the most effective PHR/SPHR training program because of the advanced learning techniques it delivers. The system uses printed workbooks and web-based study tools to teach you everything you need to know to prepare for your certification exam. The newly updated content reflects the HR Certification Institute body of knowledge and the needs of today’s HR professionals. The six modules will provide you with everything you need to achieve results.
Module 1: Strategic Business Management
Module 2: Workforce Planning and Employment
Module 3: Human Resource Development
Module 4: Total Rewards
Module 5: Employee and Labor Relations
Module 6: Risk Management
Exam Information:
PHR/SPHR Spring Exam Window – 5/1/11 – 6/30/11
Applications Accepted – 1/10/11 – 3/11/11
PHR Exam Fee - $300, $250 if SHRM Member
SPHR Exam Fee - $425, $375 if SHRM Member
Late Applications Accepted 3/12/11 – 4/15/11 ($50 non-refundable late fee applies)
Otsego/Delaware and Chenango JSECs are interested in assisting local HR Professionals in obtaining the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification. We are facilitating the start of a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Certification Study Group and providing information about the SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) Learning System. We need your help in starting the Study Group. To help please complete the survey below and return it to alan.sessions@labor.ny.gov
SHRM Study Group Survey:
1. Are you interested in participating in a SHRM Study Group?
2. What days of the week and/or times of the day are you available for participating in a Study Group?
3. How often are you willing to meet?
4. Are you available to meet on weekends?
5. Would you or your employer be interested in purchasing a SHRM Learning System at an estimated cost of $500? (more details will be available soon)
6. What support do you expect from your employer? (i.e. Reimbursement of SHRM Membership, Exam Fees, purchase of Learning System, Time Off for Study Group)
7. Can you participate in a Study Group that met in Norwich? If not, Oneonta or Sidney?
8. Please provide your contact information.
Thank you!
We have been very fortunate to have Kim Parker, SPHR, volunteer to facilitate the study group. Kim Parker has her SPHR, and is the Human Resources Strategy & Programs Manager for The Raymond Corporation. Below is general information about the PHR Certification. The Study Group is also being co-sponsored by The Raymond Corporation, CDO Workforce, and Morrisville State College.
Reminder about upcoming JSEC meetings: Otsego/Delaware JSEC Meeting, Thursday (tomorrow), February 3, 2011, 8:30am, CDO Workforce Center, 12 Dietz St., in Oneonta AND Chenango JSEC Meeting, Wednesday, February 9, 2011, 9am, CDO Workforce Center, 1 O’Hara Dr., in Norwich.
Alan Sessions, Business Services Rep.
Dept. of Labor & CDO Workforce
12 Dietz St., Oneonta, NY 13820
607-432-4800, Ext. 103
alan.sessions@labor.ny.gov
Why Earn Your PHR/SPHR Certification
Now is the time to boost your career, strengthen your department and help your organization grow. The Professional in Human Resources (PHR®) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR®) certification is more than a suffix, it will help:
• Ensure that your knowledge of HR topics and legislation is current and help protect your organization from risk.
• Provide you with the opportunity to join companies that are requiring certification for their employees.
• Demonstrate you have mastered the HR body of knowledge.
PHR/SPHR Requirements
To qualify for PHR or SPHR certification, applicant must meet the following requirements:
PHR eligibility requirements – four years of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience with less than a Bachelor’s degree; two years of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or one year of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience with a Master’s degree or higher.
SPHR eligibility requirements – seven years of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience with less than a Bachelor’s degree; five years of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or four years of demonstrated exempt-level HR experience with a Master’s degree or higher.
SHRM Learning System – PHR/SPHR Preparation
The SHRM Learning System provides the most effective PHR/SPHR training program because of the advanced learning techniques it delivers. The system uses printed workbooks and web-based study tools to teach you everything you need to know to prepare for your certification exam. The newly updated content reflects the HR Certification Institute body of knowledge and the needs of today’s HR professionals. The six modules will provide you with everything you need to achieve results.
Module 1: Strategic Business Management
Module 2: Workforce Planning and Employment
Module 3: Human Resource Development
Module 4: Total Rewards
Module 5: Employee and Labor Relations
Module 6: Risk Management
Exam Information:
PHR/SPHR Spring Exam Window – 5/1/11 – 6/30/11
Applications Accepted – 1/10/11 – 3/11/11
PHR Exam Fee - $300, $250 if SHRM Member
SPHR Exam Fee - $425, $375 if SHRM Member
Late Applications Accepted 3/12/11 – 4/15/11 ($50 non-refundable late fee applies)
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Spending Cuts, Filing Information, and More from Nonprofit Advocacy Matters
Cuts, Cuts and more Cuts
The National Council of Nonprofits reported in their newsletter, "Nonprofit Advocacy Matters", that Spending cuts were the consistent theme throughout Washington last week as the President, during his State of the Union address Tuesday night, called for a five-year freeze in non-defense discretionary spending. Also on Tuesday, the House adopted a resolution capping spending for the current fiscal year at or below the levels provided in fiscal 2008. This limit is expected to produce budget cuts this year of $55 billion to $60 billion. In addition, the recommendations of the Republican Study Committee to cut $2.5 trillion in spending over the next 10 years were incorporated in the proposed Spending Reduction Act. Among many items, that bill would block spending for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, the National Endowment for the Arts, National Endowment for the Humanities, and for national service programs. The legislation is not expected to be brought up in the House, but it does provide a roadmap for the areas that are being targeted for reductions in the future.
Federal Regulations and Job Creation
Federal regulations are frequently criticized for frustrating job creation, and the President and House Republicans are taking steps to identify key problem areas. On January 18, President Obama signed an executive order on Improving Regulation and Regulatory Review calling for "a government wide review" of federal rules and regulations to remove those "that stifle job creation and make our economy less competitive." The order was accompanied by an op-ed by the President published in the Wall Street Journal. In the House, Oversight and Government Reform Chairman Darrell Issa (R-CA) has created a website asking employers to identify government regulations and practices that either help or inhibit job creation. The website asks for responses to the questions: "Where does Washington help, and where does it hurt?" The National Council wants to know your ideas about particular rules or regulations that need improving.
Form 1099 Filing Requirements
There is strong momentum for repeal of the new tax-reporting requirement in the health care law that, starting in 2012, will require nonprofits and for-profit businesses to report aggregate payments to vendors in excess of $600 for goods and other property. A bill introduced last week by Sen. Mike Johanns (R-NE), S.18, has bipartisan support and is paid for by rescinding prior appropriations. A second proposal introduced by Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus (D-MT) and Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV), S.72, has no offsets. A House bill, H.R.4, has broad bipartisan support. President Obama expressed support for repeal of the requirement during his State of the Union address.
The National Council of Nonprofits reported in their newsletter, "Nonprofit Advocacy Matters", that Spending cuts were the consistent theme throughout Washington last week as the President, during his State of the Union address Tuesday night, called for a five-year freeze in non-defense discretionary spending. Also on Tuesday, the House adopted a resolution capping spending for the current fiscal year at or below the levels provided in fiscal 2008. This limit is expected to produce budget cuts this year of $55 billion to $60 billion. In addition, the recommendations of the Republican Study Committee to cut $2.5 trillion in spending over the next 10 years were incorporated in the proposed Spending Reduction Act. Among many items, that bill would block spending for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, the National Endowment for the Arts, National Endowment for the Humanities, and for national service programs. The legislation is not expected to be brought up in the House, but it does provide a roadmap for the areas that are being targeted for reductions in the future.
Federal Regulations and Job Creation
Federal regulations are frequently criticized for frustrating job creation, and the President and House Republicans are taking steps to identify key problem areas. On January 18, President Obama signed an executive order on Improving Regulation and Regulatory Review calling for "a government wide review" of federal rules and regulations to remove those "that stifle job creation and make our economy less competitive." The order was accompanied by an op-ed by the President published in the Wall Street Journal. In the House, Oversight and Government Reform Chairman Darrell Issa (R-CA) has created a website asking employers to identify government regulations and practices that either help or inhibit job creation. The website asks for responses to the questions: "Where does Washington help, and where does it hurt?" The National Council wants to know your ideas about particular rules or regulations that need improving.
Form 1099 Filing Requirements
There is strong momentum for repeal of the new tax-reporting requirement in the health care law that, starting in 2012, will require nonprofits and for-profit businesses to report aggregate payments to vendors in excess of $600 for goods and other property. A bill introduced last week by Sen. Mike Johanns (R-NE), S.18, has bipartisan support and is paid for by rescinding prior appropriations. A second proposal introduced by Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus (D-MT) and Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV), S.72, has no offsets. A House bill, H.R.4, has broad bipartisan support. President Obama expressed support for repeal of the requirement during his State of the Union address.
Friday, January 28, 2011
Oneonta World of Learning Open House February 2nd
Oneonta World of Learning (OWL) is an emerging children’s museum. OWL is chartered as a museum with the New York State of Regents and has recently obtained 501c3 status. OWL’s ultimate goal is to have a physical space, open to the public 7 days a week. As we build to that goal, we have committed to partnering with other local organizations and using other public spaces to bring regular events to children and their families.
OWL will offer an Open House on Wednesday, February 2nd at 7:30 pm at the Main View Gallery on Main Street in Oneonta
OWL invites people to come learn more about their nonprofit and activities, as well as how they can get more involved. People can also contact them at worldflearning@live.com or call 431-8543 for additional info.
OWL also would like to invite anyone interested in joining the organization's board.
Questions perspective board members may ask…
1. What is the mission? Our Mission is to become a community resource providing a place for interactive learning through play for children and their grownups.
2. What is the culture of the board? We are a passionate and committed board comprised mostly of educators who struggle with the business aspects of creating a museum. We are creating this museum from the ground up.
3. Why are you interested in having me as a member? We are looking to expand our board with skills and talents that compliment our needs.
4. How often does the board meet? Board meetings are the 2nd Wednesday of every month at 7:30. Meetings tend to be 2 hours plus as we are a working board. In addition to running the operation, we are creating documents and policies required to establish a museum, and part of each meeting is devoted to this.
5. Does the museum have a strategic plan? Yes. It is scheduled for an update in March during a board retreat TBA.
6. Do board members receive written material ahead of time? Yes
7. How is the budget developed and who develops it? This is a joint effort between the development and finance committees. This is an area in need of improvement and guidance.
8. Is it a fundraising board? Whereas fundraising has not been a requirement of board members up to this point, now that we have our not for profit status it is our responsibility as a board to ensure that we have the financial capability to achieve our mission. We have 100% contribution by our board members.
9. Are board members expected to serve on committees? Yes. All members are expected to serve on 1 committee and it is suggested that you severe on more as you are able. The committees meet monthly but not all committees are active at this time.
10. Do you have directors and officers liability insurance? This is pending and we expect to be fully covered by March 2011.
11. Who are the key staff? OWL is an all volunteer organization and we are a working board. We have no staff members at this time.
The OWL board has always been financially responsible because we know that we are liable for our decisions. We believe that we are now comfortable in our position to move forward.
OWL will offer an Open House on Wednesday, February 2nd at 7:30 pm at the Main View Gallery on Main Street in Oneonta
OWL invites people to come learn more about their nonprofit and activities, as well as how they can get more involved. People can also contact them at worldflearning@live.com or call 431-8543 for additional info.
OWL also would like to invite anyone interested in joining the organization's board.
Questions perspective board members may ask…
1. What is the mission? Our Mission is to become a community resource providing a place for interactive learning through play for children and their grownups.
2. What is the culture of the board? We are a passionate and committed board comprised mostly of educators who struggle with the business aspects of creating a museum. We are creating this museum from the ground up.
3. Why are you interested in having me as a member? We are looking to expand our board with skills and talents that compliment our needs.
4. How often does the board meet? Board meetings are the 2nd Wednesday of every month at 7:30. Meetings tend to be 2 hours plus as we are a working board. In addition to running the operation, we are creating documents and policies required to establish a museum, and part of each meeting is devoted to this.
5. Does the museum have a strategic plan? Yes. It is scheduled for an update in March during a board retreat TBA.
6. Do board members receive written material ahead of time? Yes
7. How is the budget developed and who develops it? This is a joint effort between the development and finance committees. This is an area in need of improvement and guidance.
8. Is it a fundraising board? Whereas fundraising has not been a requirement of board members up to this point, now that we have our not for profit status it is our responsibility as a board to ensure that we have the financial capability to achieve our mission. We have 100% contribution by our board members.
9. Are board members expected to serve on committees? Yes. All members are expected to serve on 1 committee and it is suggested that you severe on more as you are able. The committees meet monthly but not all committees are active at this time.
10. Do you have directors and officers liability insurance? This is pending and we expect to be fully covered by March 2011.
11. Who are the key staff? OWL is an all volunteer organization and we are a working board. We have no staff members at this time.
The OWL board has always been financially responsible because we know that we are liable for our decisions. We believe that we are now comfortable in our position to move forward.
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Board calls for closing St. Mary's School
The Daily Star reported that the board of St. Mary's School has decided to close the 87-year-old school, but some parents are rallying to keep the doors open.
The Catholic school's board decided to recommend closing the school at the end of June because of declining enrollment, officials said, and it shared the decision with 25 to 30 parents Monday night. A recommendation may be considered by the governing Albany Diocesan School Board next month.
Parents were upset about the news, said Tifanne Wells, director of marketing for the school. On Tuesday, some parents started seeking commitments for enrollment, said Wells, an advertising sales executive at The Daily Star, and a meeting is set for 6:30 p.m. today to consider strategies to keep the school open.
Board member William Moon said the enrollment commitment needs to be 75 to 80 students. The future of the school rests with the parents, who will be supported by the board, he said.
"Struggling with enrollment and reaching a point were enrollment is not financially sustainable is the issue," Moon said Tuesday. The board decision was a matter of "resigned acceptance."
"It's a very emotional issue," Moon said.
St. Mary's School, founded in 1924, has about 50 students in kindergarten through sixth grade and about 50 children in preschool and the program for 3-year-olds, officials said, and non-Catholic children are enrolled.
Read more at the Daily Star.com
The Catholic school's board decided to recommend closing the school at the end of June because of declining enrollment, officials said, and it shared the decision with 25 to 30 parents Monday night. A recommendation may be considered by the governing Albany Diocesan School Board next month.
Parents were upset about the news, said Tifanne Wells, director of marketing for the school. On Tuesday, some parents started seeking commitments for enrollment, said Wells, an advertising sales executive at The Daily Star, and a meeting is set for 6:30 p.m. today to consider strategies to keep the school open.
Board member William Moon said the enrollment commitment needs to be 75 to 80 students. The future of the school rests with the parents, who will be supported by the board, he said.
"Struggling with enrollment and reaching a point were enrollment is not financially sustainable is the issue," Moon said Tuesday. The board decision was a matter of "resigned acceptance."
"It's a very emotional issue," Moon said.
St. Mary's School, founded in 1924, has about 50 students in kindergarten through sixth grade and about 50 children in preschool and the program for 3-year-olds, officials said, and non-Catholic children are enrolled.
Read more at the Daily Star.com
Nonprofit Awards 2011
Celebrate the exceptional accomplishments of the leaders driving the area’s nonprofit organizations (NPOs) by nominating someone you know for one of our Nonprofit Awards. BizEventz and the Central New York Business Journal believe that these leaders deserve to be recognized for outstanding accomplishments on behalf of their organizations. With the support of M&T Bank, on March 28th, we’ve planned The Nonprofit Awards Luncheon. Award recipients will be honored for excellence, leadership, fiduciary responsibility, management practices, creativity, impact, and business acumen.
Nominations are due February 10, 2011. Click here to nominate.
Date: March 28, 2011
Time: 11:00am-2:00pm
Location: Double Tree Hotel, Syracuse NY
This event is made possible by M&T Bank, Business Journal, Classic Hits Sunny 102, YNN, and Wells Fargo Advisors
Nominations are due February 10, 2011. Click here to nominate.
Executive of the Year: Submit nominations for nonprofit executives (president, CEO, executive director) who exhibit leadership, planning skills, strong staff growth, board development, solid fiscal management, and increased fund-raising.
Board Leadership: Nominee is a lay leader of the board of directors. He/she may be a present or past president of the board, long-term board member, and/or major contributor. Cite how the nominee strengthened the organization, implemented the corporate mission or vision, and enhanced the strategic plan.
Board Development: Nonimee is a lay leader of the board of directors, who "grew" the organization through fund-raising or through dynamic ideas, which improved operations. Nominee's efforts enhanced the board through a higher level of participation.
Impact Award: Nominee may be an employee of the NPO, a board member, or a volunteer, who created and/or implemented a new or exisiting program that not only changes the organization but also the community.
Career Achievement: Nominee is a lay leader who makes a lifetime commitment to the community by advocating for NPOs and by dedicating his/her time and resources for the betterment of the commonweal.
Luncheon InformationDate: March 28, 2011
Time: 11:00am-2:00pm
Location: Double Tree Hotel, Syracuse NY
This event is made possible by M&T Bank, Business Journal, Classic Hits Sunny 102, YNN, and Wells Fargo Advisors
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
City arts task force starts to take shape
The Daily Star reported that about a dozen people have volunteered to be on a task force that will consider possible roles for the arts, Mayor Dick Miller said Monday, and others interested may raise their hands.
Forming a task force is a next step that follows the Mayor's Summit on Arts and Entertainment at the Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center in Oneonta on Saturday, Miller said. The task force may meet within 10 days, he said, and another general meeting could be in three or four weeks.
About 85 people attended the summit Saturday, more than twice the number who signed up, organizers said.
Interest was strong Saturday in forming an arts coalition or organization, but many questions remain about the composition of the group and whether it would have ties to government, Miller said. The task force goal is to be a sounding board for ideas about the type of organization and further steps to take, he said.
"The next steps have to be pretty carefully thought through," Miller said. "We have to move forward with something that we can do."
Read more at the DailyStar.com
Forming a task force is a next step that follows the Mayor's Summit on Arts and Entertainment at the Foothills Performing Arts and Civic Center in Oneonta on Saturday, Miller said. The task force may meet within 10 days, he said, and another general meeting could be in three or four weeks.
About 85 people attended the summit Saturday, more than twice the number who signed up, organizers said.
Interest was strong Saturday in forming an arts coalition or organization, but many questions remain about the composition of the group and whether it would have ties to government, Miller said. The task force goal is to be a sounding board for ideas about the type of organization and further steps to take, he said.
"The next steps have to be pretty carefully thought through," Miller said. "We have to move forward with something that we can do."
Read more at the DailyStar.com
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