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TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:Formulates a plan and develops a campaign to recruit volunteers using various media formats, group presentations, event tabling and targeted recruitment efforts including press releases, Internet, and television/radio ads/interviews. Possession of a high school diploma or equivalency diploma AND five years of personal volunteer experience plus three years of experience (or the equivalent part-time and/or volunteer) recruiting and coordinating placement of volunteers; OR .

<div>SALARY: $27.61/hr with excellent benefit package which includes: NYS Retirement; Health Insurance; option for Deferred Compensation, paid sick, personal, holiday, and vacation time. HOW TO APPLY: Applicants must submit an original Civil Service “Application for Employment and/or Examination” to Schuyler County Civil Service office. VACANCY: At the present time, there is one full-time (35 hours/week) opening in the Schuyler County Office for the Aging. The person hired will need to take a Civil Service test at a later date and be reachable on the list to gain permanency in the position. RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT: Candidates must have been legal residents of Schuyler or a contiguous (Chemung, Seneca, Steuben, Tompkins and Yates) county for at least one month immediately preceding the date of application. J JOB DESCRIPTION: The work involves responsibility for designing and implementing a volunteer program. The focus of the work is on recruitment, training and overall operations of the volunteer program. As a component of the program/service volunteer work, this position will assist with and oversee In-Home Contact & Support programs. The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for all facets of the program including evaluation, reporting and advertising. Additionally, this position helps to promote all OFA services through the use of social media and advertising. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Director. Does related work as required. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:</div><ul><li> Formulates a plan and develops a campaign to recruit volunteers using various media formats, group presentations, event tabling and targeted recruitment efforts including press releases, Internet, and television/radio ads/interviews.</li><li>Analyzes and coordinates with staff on ways to enhance services/programs through the use of volunteers.</li><li>Develops programs in which volunteers can lead/facilitate, i.e. health and wellness, Shopping Assistance, Hello Neighbor, etc; Becomes trained/certified in evidence-based health and wellness programs as needed.</li><li>Leads evidence-based health and wellness programs (i.e. physical activity, healthy living, etc) when volunteers are not available to lead/facilitate. Assists volunteers with classes where needed; Ensures volunteers are certified as needed for evidence-based programs; Interviews volunteers and ensure they are appropriately matched and trained for a position; Assigns volunteers on the basis of interest, ability, availability and program/service needs.</li><li>Communicates frequently with volunteers and volunteer stations.</li><li>Utilizes common office software and databases to complete work, i.e. Word, Excel, Publisher, Outlook Calendar, PeerPlace, etc..</li><li>Organizes and coordinate relevant training and orientation for the specific volunteer assignment; Manage volunteer recruitment tools and update as needed (i.e. pamphlets, posters, notices, letters and speeches).</li><li>Distributes, collects, reviews and references volunteer application and accompanying paperwork; Writes and updates policies and procedures, job descriptions and volunteer handbook specific to the volunteer program.</li><li>Evaluates the work of the volunteers or request input from volunteer stations and provide constructive feedback no less than annually.</li><li>Monitors volunteer satisfaction and appropriateness of assignment(s); Participates on committees as related to volunteerism.</li><li>Attend meetings as assigned.</li><li>Collects/receives monthly volunteer time sheets and mileage sheets and review for accuracy and completeness.</li><li>Enters volunteer hours into required database or coordinate with the OFA Secretary to complete this task.</li><li>Prepares correspondence, documents and other written material.</li><li>Develops publicity and news releases promoting the need for volunteers.</li><li>Maintains individual volunteer files including training records.</li><li>Participates in training as mandated/offered to improve knowledge and use of volunteer services.</li><li>Manages advertising and other purchases within program budget with the assistance of the Administrative Assistant.</li><li>Plans, schedules and coordinates volunteer recognition as part of a team.</li><li>Evaluates effectiveness of program procedures and activities as well as individual performance by personal observation and discussion with staff and volunteers.</li><li>Writes and submits reports as required/requested. </li></ul><div> MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either </div><ul><li>Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree AND one year of experience (or the equivalent part-time and/or volunteer) recruiting and coordinating placement of volunteers; OR </li><li>Possession of an Associate’s Degree AND three years of experience (or the equivalent parttime and/or volunteer) recruiting and coordinating placement of volunteers; OR </li><li>Possession of a high school diploma or equivalency diploma AND five years of personal volunteer experience plus three years of experience (or the equivalent part-time and/or volunteer) recruiting and coordinating placement of volunteers; OR </li><li>An equivalent combination of experience and training as defined by the limits of (A), (B), and (C) above. </li></ul><div> Note: Your degree must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. If your degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United States and its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list of acceptable companies who provide this service can be found on the Internet at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm. You must pay the required evaluation fee. </div>

Schuyler County New York

Volunteer Coordinator

Administrative Skills

Advertising

Analysis Skills

Budgeting

Calendar Management

Campaigns

File Maintenance

High School Diploma

Internet TV

Legal

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Pamphlets

Policy Development

Prepare Correspondence

Press Releases

Procedure Development

Program Evaluation

Radio Advertising

Reporting Skills

Software Administration

Television Advertising

Training/Teaching

Volunteer Experience

Volunteer Management

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Employee understands and demonstrates the importance of satisfying the needs of the customer/patient by interacting with him/her in a friendly and caring way, being attentive to the customer's needs, both psychologically and physically, and by taking the initiative to maintain communication with the customer in order to provide a secure and pleasant experience with Arnot Health. Utilizes a system for preventing, identifying, reporting, investigating, and controlling infections and communicable diseases for all residents, staff, volunteers, visitors, and other individuals providing services under a contractual arrangement based upon the facility assessment.

The SNF Infection Prevention/Educator RN is a professional whose knowledge of nursing procedures, aseptic techniques and good communication skills assists in the ability to educate physicians, nurse and other Arnot Health personnel in the prevention and transmission of infections. This position is an assistant to the Infection Prevention System Director and requires working closely with the daily implementation, surveillance, reporting of infections, evaluation of isolation guidelines and policies and participation in performance improvement and best practice compliance. **This position will also be responsible for traveling to both the St. Joseph's campus in Elmira, NY and the Ira Davenport campus in Bath, NY to split time between both campuses. Reports to the SNF Director of Nursing. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:<ol><li> Is the leader of the SNF infection prevention and control program (IPCP).</li><li>Formulates educational/staff development programs utilizing total age appropriate criteria which meets the needs of individual patients. </li><li> Utilizes theories of teaching and learning to meet identified patient/family and staff educational needs.</li></ol><ol><li> Coordinates the orientation process of new employees and serves as a resource for preceptors.</li></ol><ol><li> Collaborates with the Director of Nursing to identify educational needs within the unit/department, and formulates a written goal-directed plan of education to address priority areas.</li></ol><ol><li> Is responsible for providing staff development, educational programs, and inservicing, as appropriate, to cover all staff/all shifts. Maintains appropriate documentation of orientation activities and on-going educational programs including objectives, class content, evaluations, and employee attendance.</li></ol><ol><li> Maintains appropriate documentation of the following on the unit: Competency completion, Inservice/Staff Development programs, and Certification. Forwards necessary information to the Education Department.</li></ol><ol><li> Assesses learner needs and incorporates adult learning principles in the planning, implementation and evaluation of education programs through multiple venues including bedside, e-learning, didactic class presentations and simulation scenarios.</li></ol><ol><li> Identifies education/training needs and establishes programs with measurable student objectives.</li></ol><ol><li> Remains flexible in staffing to meet the educational /staff development needs of the unit.</li></ol><ol><li> Partners with the SNF Medical Director and SNF leaders to complete an annual infection prevention risk assessment.</li></ol><ol><li> Partners with the SNF Medical Director and SNF leaders to utilize the risk assessment to develop, implement and evaluate an annual IPIC plan and goals.</li></ol><ol><li> Utilizes a system for preventing, identifying, reporting, investigating, and controlling infections and communicable diseases for all residents, staff, volunteers, visitors, and other individuals providing services under a contractual arrangement based upon the facility assessment.</li></ol><ol><li> Utilizes a system for recording incidents identified under the facility's IPCP and the corrective actions taken by the facility.</li></ol><ol><li> Investigates and reports suspected outbreaks to DOH by completing NORA reports.</li></ol><ol><li> Is responsible for written standards, policies, and procedures for the program, which must include, but are not limited to:<ul><li>A system of surveillance designed to identify possible communicable diseases or infections before they can spread to other persons in the facility</li><li>When and to whom possible incidents of communicable disease or infections should be reported</li><li>Standard and transmission-based precautions to be followed to prevent spread of infections</li><li>When and how isolation should be used for a resident </li><li>Responsibility for the SNF Influenza/ Pneumococcal Immunization Policy and Procedure</li></ul></li></ol><ol><li> Educates and mentors staff on evidence based infection prevention practices.</li></ol><ol><li> Makes rounds of all patient care areas for purpose of observing environmental infection control and standard precaution/isolation practices.</li></ol><ol><li> Has oversight of ongoing education and in-services on infection control.</li></ol><ol><li> Maintains communication with SNF team members.</li></ol><ol><li> Works closely with the Medical Director and Medical Staff on adherence to the facility's Antibiotic Stewardship Program. Utilizes antibiotic use protocols and a system to monitor antibiotic use.</li></ol><ol><li> Is responsible for attending all annual mandatory educational programs as required by position. </li><li>Employee understands and demonstrates the importance of satisfying the needs of the customer/patient by interacting with him/her in a friendly and caring way, being attentive to the customer's needs, both psychologically and physically, and by taking the initiative to maintain communication with the customer in order to provide a secure and pleasant experience with Arnot Health.</li></ol><ol><li> It is understood that this job description lists typical duties and is not to be considered inclusive of all duties which may be assigned. </li></ol> EDUCATION:BSN required.EXPERIENCE:At least 2 years clinical experience, Knowledge of infection control, quality improvement, and regulatory requirements required. Computer knowledge recommended. QUALIFICATIONS:<ul><li>Have primary professional training in one of the following: nursing, epidemiology, microbiology, medical technology or a related field</li><li>Be qualified for this role through education, training, certification or experience</li><li>Have completed specialized training in Infection Prevention and Control</li><li>Work at least part-time at the facility.</li></ul> CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) REQUIREMENTS:CPR required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Light physical effort required. EXPOSURE CATEGORY:Category I. Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues. ** ADA Essential Functions Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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