Springfield Works: Executive Director

Company Name: Economic Council of Western MA
Location: Springfield, Ma

The Economic Development Council of Western MA seeks a visionary, entrepreneurial leader for the Springfield Works Initiative, a new, city-wide project funded by the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston to create a new and innovative model for workforce development efforts. The Executive Director, in collaboration with the Steering Committee and other community partners,  will be responsible for the creation, launch, implementation, execution, and sustainability of this important new approach to our city’s workforce ecosystem, including:

  • building collaborative partnerships among various sectors, organizations and residents through extensive communication and outreach
  • communications of program’s opportunities and goals, through public relations, marketing and community outreach
  • analysis and recommendations of best practices to improve results
  • daily operational management

 

Requirements include: 10 years of related workforce/economic development, business or human resources management leadership experience; experience with strategic planning and execution, project management, supervision of personnel, and budget oversight; strong vision of best practices in workforce development and training; demonstrated ability and experience working with a diverse network of partners and stake holders of various backgrounds; outstanding oral and written communication skills; fundraising/grant-writing experience. Bachelor’s degree in related field; advanced degree a plus.  Knowledge of website or technology-platform development and bilingual skills preferred.

For immediate consideration, please send resume and cover letter (required) to search firm United Personnel, attention Maggie Ducheney, at mducheney@unitedpersonnel.com. Submission deadline of September 19, 2016.

Public Health Nurse

Company Name: City of Pittsfield
Location: Pittsfield, MA

The City of Pittsfield’s Public Health Department is seeking an experienced Temporary Public Health Nurse. The Public Health Nurse is directly responsible for initiating/implementing a comprehensive public health nursing program to protect the health & well-being of the community’s environs through public health promotion, health assessment, prevention of the spread of communicable disease, health maintenance,public health education, emergency planning, in collaboration with local public health service agencies and the state; and supports the functions of the Health Department with evidence based public health strategies. Provide technical support to local community agencies and the Board of Health. Perform all public health responsibilities as mandated by the Massachusetts Department of Public
Health and local regulations. The Public Health Nurse is required to keep abreast of new areas in public health that are continuously evolving and to provide departmental and community leadership for public health programs and services including emergency preparedness.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Performs Public Nursing functions that require the exercise of independent judgment as well as the interpretation and application of public
    health and emergency practices, laws and regulations to frequently changing conditions, threats and public health problems
  • Provide case management for patients with communicable diseases and their contacts including identification of those at risk,
    administration of testing, education and referral for evaluation
  • Maintain communicable disease surveillance system through follow-up of disease reports and investigations, recognize and report trends,
    enforcement of isolating and quarantine regulations and control of out breaks
  • Determine etiology of communicable diseases and other community diseases affecting the public health of the community
  • Assess community public health needs utilizing surveillance data sources and develop an annual community public health outreach plan;
    work collaboratively with traditional and non-traditional partners to achieve public health goals
  • Plan, implement and evaluate immunization clinics for the general public and Pittsfield municipal employees
  • Oversee the mandates tuberculosis program for the City of Pittsfield
  • Act in the capacity as a Public Health Nurse Educator
  • Assist department staff in related functions such as inspections of camp health records, food-borne outbreak investigations, etc.
  •   Responsible for planning, collaboration, and implementation of emergency preparedness for the City of Pittsfield
  • Provide education and supervision to contracted per diem and volunteer nurses
  • Ensure coverage of nursing services for daily MAVEN surveillance and response, DOT coverage (home visits) and flu clinics
  • All other related public health nursing duties and responsibilities normally associated with this position and/or as required or assigned by
    the Director

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited nursing school and a minimum of one year experience in Public Health Nursing with an emphasis
    on Community Public Health Nursing or a nursing degree with a minimum of five years Community Public Health Nursing
  • Supervisory experience and leadership skills in the nursing field
  • Thorough knowledge of the objectives, principles and techniques of public health nursing practice
  • CPR & First Aid certification
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other City Department, state & community agencies,
    medical personnel and the general public
  •   Knowledge of applicable federal, state and public health laws regulations
  • Must be able to maintain accurate medical records, including but not limited to, communicable diseases, incidence and causes and
    control of communicable diseases and make basic interpretation of disease trends
  • Knowledge of innovative and evidence-based disease prevention and control strategies
  • Proficient in computer programs (word, excel, access) and their utilization in daily work activities and ability to navigate state data
    management system
  •   Valid Massachusetts driver’s license and vehicle

Temporary position with possibility of permanent status at a future date
Part-time, 28 hours per week
$31.98 – $36.18 Hourly

Deadline to Apply: Tuesday, September 13, 2016
For full job description and to apply, please visit our careers page,
https://CityOfPittsfield.Hyrell.com

Respiratory Therapists

Company Name: LRGHealthcare

The following are the three positions available:

  • Full-Time, Nights, 36 hours/week
  • Full-Time, Nights, 36 hours/week
  • Per Diem, Evenings/Nights, Varied Schedule

 

All positions require current NH RCP license, BLS certification, CRT or RRT, NRP or NALS.

Respiratory Therapists at LRGHealthcare are responsible for providing proper treatment/therapies and education for both in- and out-patients following prescribed schedules, physician orders, competencies, and protocols.  Must be comfortable working in an ICU, an Emergency Department and treating all age groups.

Applicants can apply on our website at: http://www.lrgh.org/jobs/current-job-openings

Canyon Ranch (August)

Company Name: Canyon Ranch
Location: Berkshire County

There are many, many opportunities available through Canyon Ranch, and they are as followed:

Busser (1) Full Time 40 hours, (1) Part Time 20 hours
Host/Hostess (1) Full Time 40
Café Server (1) Part Time 22 hours
Server (2) Part Time 30 hours, 17 hours
Cook (1) Part Time 32 hours
Cook II (1) Full Time 40 hours
Cook III (1) Full Time 40 hours
Pastry Cook (1) Part Time 23 hours
Custodian (3) Full Time 40 hours $500 sign on bonus
General Maintenance Tech (1) Full Time 40 hours
Clinical Nutrition Director (1) Full Time 40 hours
Acupuncturist (1) Part Time 32 hours
Exercise Physiologist (1) Full Time 32 hours
PBX Operator (1) Part Time 16 hours
Bellperson (1) On Call
Driver/Bellperson (1) Part Time 16 hours
Driver (1) On Call
Laundry Attendant (1) Full Time 40 hours
Program Advising Assistant (1) Full Time 40 hours
Spa Coordinator (1) Part Time 16 hours
Beauty Services Assistant (1) Part Time 8 hours
Fitness Instructor (1) Part Time 32 hours, 16 hours
Spa Attendant (Women) (1) Part Time 16 hours, (1) On Call
Massage Therapist (3) Full Time 28 hours (2) Part Time 21 hours, (1) Part Time 16 hours
Metaphysical Practitioner \Astrology (1) Part Time 12 hours
Nail Technician (1) Part Time 16 hours
Esthetician (1) Part Time 30 hours

If any of these opportunities interest you, or if you would like to see specific job requirements, please visit www.canyonranchjobs.com

Business Division Account Manager

Company Name: L.V. Toole Insurance Agency
Location: Lee, MA

The L.V. Toole Insurance Agency has an immediate opening for a Business Division Account Manager responsible for servicing a segment of our business clients.  The Account Manager is required to obtain an understanding of the client’s operations, analyze their risks, and recommend insurance product(s) to protect their business.

Some specific position duties include:

  • Respond to all client inquiries regarding their insurance program including producing binders, certificates, policies and other related items accurately and timely
  • Inform, educate, and assist clients in making appropriate insurance program changes to continually protect their assets and operations
  • Provide communication and support to Account Executives pertaining to their clients
  • Market client’s renewal insurance policies as required to assure the client is receiving the broadest product, a financially strong carrier, and competitive pricing.
  • Process all correspondence electronically via established procedures in the agency management system with accuracy and consistency
  • Innovate to continually improve the quality of service provided to our clients

This position requires:

  • a high level of both verbal and written communication
  • development of relationships with clients and company representatives
  • strong attention to detail
  • multi-tasking
  • ability to work independently and as a team member
  • balancing relationship development with required technical processes
  • probing
  • desire for continual education and improvement
  • familiarity with Microsoft Office Products

 

Please submit your cover letter and resume to jobs@tooleinsurance.com. Please reference your college Job Board in your letter. Thank you.