Your CCSI Connection
March 1, 2024
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Attend the Employee Crisis Response Team (ECRT) Info Session on March 8th
The past several years has shown us that caring for the whole employee matters. It matters for individual employee wellbeing and for the health of an organization. When businesses take actions to grow existing employee benefits and develop strategies to support staff with crises, they are more likely to attract and retain people who give 100% to their careers. Customer satisfaction and the health of our employees go hand in hand. In fact, we know that healthy employees lead to increased customer satisfaction!
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Join Us Next Week for Virtual Mindfulness Offerings!
We encourage you to have an open mind and curiosity by attending one or both mindfulness offerings led by and offered for CCSI staff, including:
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Express Yourself! led by Natalie Nordlund, Consulting Postdoctoral Associate. These drop-in offerings are held virtually every other Wednesday from 4:15-5:00pm (3/6, 3/20, 4/3, 4/17).
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Harmony in Four Phases: A Music Meditation Journey, led by Monica Bacote, Coordinator of Equity Initiatives. This 4-part series will be held virtually on Thursdays from 3:00-3:30pm on 3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 3/28.
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As a Forensic Intervention (FIT) Specialist for Monroe County Office of Mental Health, Jessica Wilson Ignizio will respond to crisis and non-crisis calls with law enforcement upon dispatch from 911. Previously, Jessica worked as an Inpatient Psychiatric Social Worker for Strong Memorial Hospital. | |
As a Facilitator for the Restoration of Self-Sufficiency Program (RSSP), Diana Laganello will conduct initial interviews with clients that Monroe County Department of Human Services (DHS) has identified as being unable to work due to a physical or psychological condition. Previously, Diana worked as an Assistant Teacher for Sunshine Daycare. | |
As a Data Visualization Analyst for Onondaga County, Kelsey Schoeneck will design, develop, and implement interactive dashboards, reports, and graphics to increase accessibility and visualization of complex data insights. Previously, Kelsey worked as a Research Assistant for Upstate Medical University, Department of Public Health and Preventative Medicine. | |
Congratulations to Teresa Simizon on her new role as School Based Initiatives Program Assistant for Onondaga County Office of Mental Health. In this role, Teresa will prepare forms and reports, and maintain records and data collection to support program function. Previously, Teresa worked as a Family Support Specialist for Onondaga County Office of Mental Health. | |
We're thrilled to announce Mary Simonton's promotion to Contract Process Coordinator within the Contracting Team! With over a decade of dedicated service and her expertise in contract management, Mary has earned our utmost respect. We're excited to see her excel in this new role. Please join us in congratulating her on this well-deserved achievement! | |
Communications - In Case You Missed It! | |
President Anne Wilder and Chief Technology Officer Doug Camin recently sent out new communications regarding CCSI's three-year strategy and updates to Microsoft Outlook and Teams. To view any current or future communications sent to staff, visit CCSI's Communications Page located on our Inside CCSI for the latest. | |
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Scholarship Opportunities | |
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Application Period Is Now Open until March 21st for SUNY/OMH Scholarship Program
The Office of Mental Health, in partnership with the SUNY Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and SUNY schools, have created the SUNY/OMH Mental Health Scholarship Pipeline Program. This seamless pipeline will attract, retain, and graduate students trained in various mental health professions. The funding provides scholarships, paid internships, fee waivers for graduate school applicants, and more to support students in mental health degree programs.
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Reminder: Clark Family Scholarship Application Period Closes on March 4th
The Clark Family Mental Health and Disability Scholarship provides financial support for individuals working in or planning to work in the fields of mental health, behavioral health, or developmental disabilities within the eight-county area surrounding Rochester who wish to pursue a master’s degree in their field. The intent of this scholarship is to elevate the state of practice and increase the number of individuals serving in the fields of mental health, behavioral health, or developmental disabilities.
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TIG Soon to Be Implemented School Districts Throughout Niagara County | |
TIG will soon be implemented in all school districts across Niagara County. This innovative training and crisis response program equips school-based professionals with evidence-based crisis response skills, resources, and ongoing support to help students cope with trauma, violence, illness, death, and grief. In Niagara County, 150 school administrators, teachers and staff will be trained, as well as county workers. | |
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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion | |
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Black Inventors
What time is it? Do you feel secure in your home? You need to make a call? Well, you're in luck! You can thank a Black inventor for those amenities. We encourage you to visit the website linked below to discover even more inventions made by Black inventors.
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Did You Miss the Last "On the Menu" of the Quarter?
Click the button below to watch the amazing conversation! Join us for the next one on April 24th.
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Do You Celebrate Lent?
We have a virtual background for you. There are 4 backgrounds for you to choose from to use for this month. Check out all the backgrounds on Inside CCSI.
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Final Call! Register Today for the Virtual Antiracist Education Conference on March 2nd!
For the third year in a row, CCSI's Antiracist Curriculum Project is proud to be hosting the Virtual Antiracist Education Conference with the UR Warner School, SUNY Geneseo Ella Cline Shear School of Education, St. John Fisher University, Nazareth University School of Education, and the SUNY Brockport School of Education. This year's theme is "Joy, Community, Sustainability, and Resistance." Check out the flyer for more details.
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We have a new brain teaser to be solved! For every week you answer correctly, your name will be added to a monthly drawing for a $10 gift card. Good luck, everyone!
Congratulations to our February winner, Elizabeth Meeker! Keep an eye out for your prize in your inbox!
This week's brain teaser:
Q: Where do you take a sick boat?
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Last week's brain teaser:
Q: Which fish costs the most?
A: A gold fish!
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Stay up-to-date on our job openings and continue to share them with your network. Internal candidates can view and apply to open positions by clicking here, logging in, and heading to the Career section of your self-service portal! External candidates can learn about our job opportunities here.
Substance Use Disorder, Specialist - Rochester, NY
Navigator, Full Time - Livingston County
Consultant, Antiracist Curriculum Project - Rochester, NY
Restoration of Self Sufficiency Program Facilitator - Rochester, NY
Forensic Intervention Team Specialist, Overnights - Rochester, NY
Program Administrator - Contracting - Syracuse, New York
Senior Consultant, Research and Analytics - Rochester, NY
Planning & Outreach Manager - Rochester, NY
Certified Coding Specialist - Chautauqua Co
Monroe County OMH, Data Analyst - Rochester, NY
Chief People and Culture Officer - Rochester, NY/Syracuse, NY/Buffalo, NY/Binghamton, NY
Accounting Manager - Rochester, NY
IT Enterprise Application Administrator - Hybrid Remote Rochester, NY/ Syracuse, NY
Behavioral Health Specialist, Foster Care - Rochester, NY
Family Access and Connection Team Facilitator - Rochester, NY
Student Support Specialist – Syracuse, NY
Family Support Specialist - Syracuse, NY
Family/School Support Specialist – Syracuse, NY
Director, Research and Analytics - Rochester, NY
Consultant - Rochester, NY
School Liaison, ACCESS - Syracuse, NY
Family Access Facilitator, Bi-lingual - Rochester, NY
Forensic Intervention Team Specialist, Evenings - Rochester, NY
Mental Health Outreach and Navigation Team Liaison - Syracuse, NY
Student Engagement Specialist – Syracuse, NY
Child & Family Team Specialist - Rochester, NY
Please share our job openings with your network! Here are some tips on how you can
personally support this recruitment effort:
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Share the specific job link or the www.CCSI.org/Employment/ link on your personal social media (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn).
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If your program or department has a social media page, please share a specific job link or www.CCSI.org/Employment/ posting on those pages, as well.
- Share our job opportunities with your professional networks – (email distribution lists, college alumni network, professional organizations, committees and workgroups, internal and external partners, etc.)
- Please ask your colleagues and team members to share job opportunities with their professional networks.
- Promote the opportunities in your voice! Here’s an example: “Come join our team! CCSI needs talented professionals looking to contribute their expertise, expand their influence, and grow and build a career! We have a culture that values diversity and equity, fosters inclusion, ensures ethical and anti-racist business practices, and has an award-winning, holistic employee wellness program. If this is an environment that is attractive to you, please apply!”)
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As always, if you have questions or if there are other areas in which you'd like to see updates, any attendance at a conference or news you'd like to share, just let us know at connection@ccsi.org. Make it a great day!
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