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Friday, November 12, 2021
Achieva is hiring!
IT Desktop Support Technician
LGA Partners, is seeking an entry-level, full-time IT Desktop Support Technician to join our team.
As one of the largest architecture firms in the region and a 2020 Pittsburgh Business Times Best Places to Work, LGA has provided award-winning architectural, planning, and interior design services for a wide variety of markets, including corporate, higher education, large-scale residential and commercial developments, healthcare, food and beverage, industrial and retail design.
For over two decades, LGA’s mission has been to form meaningful partnerships with our clients, consultants and community; creating inspiring and enduring designs that exceed project goals.
Position Responsibilities:
User Support
Troubleshooting, research and maintenance of Microsoft-based workstations, network and peripheral device interaction.
User support for business software, including Microsoft Office and industry specific software such as AutoCAD and Revit.
Monitor and administer IT ticketing / knowledge base.
Evaluate user needs and system functionality, provide user training, support, advice and feedback as needed.
Basic IT Administration
Coordinate with a third-party managed services contractor for daily monitoring, network maintenance and support assistance.
Ensure the smooth running of user systems, including workstations, email, anti-virus, printing, security upgrades and software licensing.
Configure new hardware and software.
Workstation moves /changes, software installation.
Maintain hardware / software spreadsheets for analysis and upgrade proposals as required.
Stay up to date with the latest technologies, make recommendations for improving the firm's IT systems.
Position Qualifications
Associates degree preferred
1-5 years of desktop support experience
Our firm has a 25-year history of stability and continued growth. We provide competitive salaries, full health and vision, paid holiday and PTO time, education allowances, and a profit-sharing 401K plan with no match required.
Send a cover letter and resume to LGA@lga-partners.com.
Thursday, November 11, 2021
Get Paid to Help Local Kids with Reading and Math skills!
Join “Nittany Lions Read/Nittany Lions Count” and get paid to help local kids develop reading, math and science skills!
Since 1997, The Pennsylvania State University has been placing eligible Penn State students in schools, childcare centers, museums and other community non-profit organizations in the effort of supporting early literacy development of community children as America Reads Mentors, while providing the PSU students with valuable service learning experiences. With the expansion of the program to include early mathematics and stem development, Penn State students now actively support the community’s children in the acquisition of core competencies on a much more comprehensive scale.
This program, called Nittany Lions Read/Nittany Lions Count (“NLR/NLC”), is now looking to expand to Penn State New Kensington in Spring 2022 and is seeking qualified student applicants from the campus to serve as Mentors. Pay rate is $12 per hour.
Job Description:
Nittany Lions Read/Nittany Lions Count (“NLR/NLC”) Mentors work to support children’s development of the core competencies related to early literacy, mathematics, and science skills. Mentors assist work with a local community organization (“Community Partner”) and support the staff, engage directly with the children, and provide one-on-one and/or small-group instruction for children through eighth grade in the local community. Penn State students applying for a “Mentor” position with Nittany Lions Read/Nittany Lions Count will select a Community Partner that best fits their interests, qualifications, location and availability.
Mentors report to the Nittany Lions Read/Nittany Lions Count Program Coordinator. Each Community Partner has a site coordinator to assist mentors with scheduling, training, on-site familiarity, professional development and mentoring. All Mentors are asked to commit to a minimum of four hours/week throughout each academic semester, although specific days/times vary depending upon the student’s placement site and position.
Although this is a well-established program in other parts of the state, NLR/NLC is looking to create a new site in Spring 2022 here at Penn State New Kensington with new Community Partner sites here in New Kensington. More specific job descriptions for each Community Partner will be available as partner sites are established.
Qualifications and Application Process:
For consideration as Nittany Lions Read/Nittany Lions Count Mentors, Penn State students must have completed a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Qualified students must already have a Federal Work-Study student aid award, or demonstrate federal financial need as determined by The Office of Student Aid. Please contact Sherri Smith in the PSNK Office of Student Aid (sls986@psu.edu) to confirm your eligibility before applying for a position as a Nittany Lions Read/Nittany Lions Count Mentor.
Along with demonstrated eligibility, qualified applicants must also:
- Have an interest in working with children. Previous experience working with children is preferred;
- Be motivated, resourceful, dependable and willing to engage with the children and families of the community through their work with a participating Community Partner;
- Acknowledge the benefits of community service and service learning opportunities;
- Be committed to working in racially, ethnically and economically diverse community; and,
- Represent the Penn State University in a responsible and respectful manner.
Returning mentors who have received positive evaluations from their placement sites will be given priority placements for the upcoming academic year. New applicants who can work a minimum of four hours per week and are willing to offer a year-long commitment will be given preference. All academic levels (first year through graduate school) are encouraged to apply.
Pay rate is $12.00 per hour.
Nittany Lions Read/Nittany Lions Count Mentors are required to obtain all mandatory clearances (including The Pennsylvania State Criminal Background Check, The Pennsylvania State Child Abuse Clearance, and The FBI Fingerprinting Clearance), as well as a National Sex Offender Registry Verification, as part of the hiring process. Funding to pay Mentors comes from Federal Work-Study Program funds therefore all Mentors must be fully vaccinated against COVID. Community Partners may require that mentors obtain a Health Assessment/TB Test for participation at their site. Prior to placement, all students must complete a minimum of six hours of paid training.
More details on NLR/NLC can be found at https://sites.psu.edu/lionsread/
Sunday, November 7, 2021
Westmoreland County Housing Authority Job
Westmoreland County Housing Authority (WCHA) currently has a full-time opening for a Hope in Life Service Coordinator in the New Kensington / Arnold area of the county.
The Service Coordinator will be responsible for facilitating and coordinating resident services and programs for elderly, adult, and youth residents in WCHA’s public housing communities.
The Service Coordinator will provide case management and coordinate day to day activities. Resident activities will include health and wellness; safety; financial literacy; career direction; computer education; self-esteem building activities.
The Service Coordinator shall refer and coordinate benefits so that the resident may safely age in place. Travel is required and the Service Coordinator must have a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.
The Service Coordinator will have an office located in WCHA’s housing communities in Westmoreland County. Travel is required and the Service Coordinator must have a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor of Social Work or degree in Gerontology, Psychology, Social Work or Counseling is preferable: other completed college degree is acceptable. In addition, applicants will be considered if they have extensive, specific related experience, but not the college degree.
Knowledge of procedures and eligibility for Federal and applicable, state entitlement programs; legal liability issues relating to providing service coordination; Service Coordinator hired with minimal knowledge of procedures will receive training within 90 days.
Service Coordinator hired to serve elderly residents should have knowledge of the aging process, elder services, disability services, drug and alcohol use and abuse by the elderly, and mental health issues. Service Coordinator hired, to serve elderly, who have minimal knowledge of the above elderly needs, will receive training within 90 days.
Two to three years’ experience in social service delivery for low-income youth, adults, seniors and/or people with disabilities preferred. Knowledge of supportive services and other resources for youth, adults, seniors and/or people with disabilities that are available in the local area would be beneficial.
Ability to advocate, organize, problem-solve, and provide results for low-income families, the elderly and/or people with disabilities.
Ability to provide communications in a manner that is effective for persons with disabilities and persons with limited English proficiency (LEP).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
1. Collaborate with the Service Coordinators Program Supervisor to design and coordinate resident activities that are aligned with the Service Coordinators Program goals and objectives.
2. Provide case management. Meet with residents to complete a needs assessment, refer residents to appropriate community and social services.
3. Coordinate resident services and activities.
4. Have a basic knowledge of computer and internet, to assist residents in Computer Lab.
5. Network extensively with community organizations and businesses to link residents with needed resources.
6. Coordinate special events or activities to meet program goals and objectives.
7. Submit accurate and timely monthly reports detailing program activity.
8. Develop and submit monthly calendar of events to Service Coordinators Program Supervisor and then distribute the calendar and related flyers to all residents, encouraging participation.
9. Respond professionally to all referral, funding source and resident requests and inquiries.
10. Maintain an overall positive work attitude, promoting cooperation and professionalism in interactions with residents and co-workers.
11. Assist in development, collection and tabulation of evaluation tools used in program assessment.
12. Perform other duties to meet the goals of additional grants or funding provided to WCHA’s Public Housing communities and its’ residents.
13. Attend relevant training as required and approved by the Service Coordinators Program Supervisor.
14. Participate and contribute at staff and departmental meetings.
15. Conduct periodic needs assessments at designated housing communities.
16. Other duties as assigned by the Service Coordinator Supervisor.
WCHA Employees are eligible for full benefits including but not limited to the following as a part of a total rewards package! • Pension • Annual leave • Sick leave • Annual Paid Holidays • Group Health Plan • Group Life Insurance • Exceptional Performance Recognition • Credit Union Membership
Salary commensurate with Experience
Resumes can be mailed to Westmoreland County Housing Authority, Attn: Lynn Wackenhuth, 167 South Greengate Road, Greensburg, PA 15601; or emailed to lynnw@wchaonline.com WCHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Internships at Cook Medical in Vandergrift
Cook Medical in Vandergrift have the following internship openings:
- Continuous Improvement Intern
- Mechanical Engineering Intern
- Production Engineer Intern
- Marketing Intern
To apply students can go directly to Cook Medical Careers and filter on the Vandergrift location. https://americas-cookmedical.icims.com/jobs/search?ss=1&searchRelation=keyword_all&searchLocation=12781-12822-Vandergrift
Who is Cook Group?
We are a privately held, Indiana-headquartered company with a global reach. Our roots are in minimally-invasive medical devices, and we are always expanding into new areas of treatment – cellular therapies, biologics, regenerative therapies, and more. We have developed businesses that support the communities where we live and work, such as hospitality, transportation, and real estate.
Our work environment focuses on bringing people together, fostering relationships that promote respect, inclusion, diversity, and equality in all of our interactions. These collaborative working relationships foster innovation and make Cook, our employees, and our communities stronger.
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