The New York Association of Training and Employment Professionals (NYATEP) Board Strategizes 'What's Next?'

WDB Executive Director and NYATEP Board Member Alice Savino recently joined with NYATEP Board of Directors in Lake George to connect and envision what's next for the field.

NYATEP’s members and partners include the State’s 33 local workforce development boards who oversee and coordinate over $300M of federal workforce funding, the State and City community college systems, literacy providers, community-based organizations, local governments, labor unions, economic development agencies, and career and technical education providers, among others.

Collectively, NYATEP's membership through their educational, employment training and social supportive services impact the lives of over one million New Yorkers.

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ICYMI: The Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison, Oneida Counties, Inc., is Hiring in Utica, NY

Now recruiting for Outreach Coordinators,

Case Managers and more…

Responsibilities May Include:

• Devote 100% of their time to a specific grant population depending on the grant requirements.
• Assist Project Directors by providing direct services including program recruitment and retention and provide leadership training to participants as well as mentoring and support.
• Counsel individuals with meeting education and employment goals and with all employment related activities.
• Secure information such as education, skills and social factors contributing to the client’s situation and evaluates their needs.
• Assist the client with resumes, cover letters, job searches and interview preparation. Provide on the job support as needed once the individual becomes employed.
• Compile records and complete case notes and reports.
• Conduct assessment interviews and determine program eligibility
• Conduct intakes for applicable clients
• Identify supportive service needs and provide support or make referrals to the appropriate agencies
• Develop an individualized service plan to identify education/ training and career goals assist with placement in WDB grant training programs
• Consistently follow up with program participants
• Track demographic data to support grant progress
• Assist with job placement upon completion of education/training
• Attend grant-related events
• Develop social media outreach
• Meet with employers and supportive service agencies to build connections and refer participants

Preferred Job Qualifications Include a Combination of the Following Skills: Experience or education in human services, demonstrated commitment to customer service; experience working with people with disabilities and disadvantaged backgrounds; experience in employee training and job placement; excellent collaboration and verbal communication skills; documentation and organizational skills; a strong sense of integrity and understanding of employer workplace dynamics; proven leader in the development of workforce strategies customized to target markets; knowledge of apprenticeships is helpful; Bachelor’s Degree. 

Benefits:

• 35 hour work week
• 401K Matching
• Two weeks’ vacation
• 14 paid holidays

Salary: $40,000-$45,000

The Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison, Oneida Counties, Inc., serves as a leader and catalyst for workforce development programs and services, and as a regional partner, creating impactful strategies to meet the region’s immediate and long-term workforce needs and economic development priorities, focusing on developing a skilled and qualified workforce.

Workforce Development Boards (WDBs) are part of the Public Workforce System, a network of federal, state, and local offices that support economic expansion and develop the talent of the nation’s workforce. WDBs direct federal, state, and local funding to workforce development programs, and procure grant funding that offers training, incentives, job placement, and other supportive services.

Our staff work every day to link employers with workers, and workers with the resources they need to procure supportive services, secure employment and develop their careers.

Come and work with us! We can offer a stimulating career that makes a lifelong impact in the lives of the individuals we serve.

To Apply: Please send your resume and cover letter to kbetti@working-solutions.org

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Re-Entry Task Force Service Coordinator Kaitlyn Traxel

Returns to the WDB

A Little About Kaitlyn: Kaitlyn is a licensed, Registered Nurse, currently pursuing a degree in Sociology from SUNY Poly. She graduated with an associate degree in Nursing in 2014 from St. Elizabeth College of Nursing and has worked in several settings, including sub-acute rehabilitation, office nursing, and acute care nursing. 

Kaitlyn says, "COVID-19 related layoffs affecting nurses gave me an opportunity to identify my personal career goals and pursue my passion for helping others through social work. After taking one semester off to care for my father, I am positioned to graduate with my Bachelor’s Degree in May 2024 and would like to continue my education from there as circumstances allow.

"I am excited to return to my role as Reentry Task Force Service Coordinator. In January 2023 my father was diagnosed with Stage IV cancer leading me to resign so I could move in and care for him while he was in Hospice. My supervisor at the Reentry Task Force, Veronica Miller, was supportive and welcomed me back and I am so pleased to continue working with our customers.

"While working for the Workforce Development Board I hope to help individuals returning to the community harness their resilience and strengthen my professional skills for career advancement."

Welcome Back, Kaitlyn!

Photo Courtesy Kaitlyn

The Workforce Development Board Welcomes New

Youth Build Program Director, Grant Calogero

A Little About Grant: Before returning to the Workforce Development Board, Grant most recently served as the CSTEP Coordinator at Mohawk Valley Community College. He worked at MVCC since 2021 as a Job Corps Scholar Counselor under the Workforce Development Board grant and has been the Assistant Coach for the Men’s Soccer Team since 2018.

Before joining the College, he was a Case Worker for Child Protective Services and was a Workforce Development Counselor, both in Oneida County.

Grant holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from SUNY Polytechnic Institute, and an associate degree in liberal arts from MVCC.

He is also Head Coach of the area’s semi-professional soccer team, United Elite Krajisnik Football Club (FC), and a Supervisor at ICAN-Elevate Sports Facility in Westmoreland.

Born and raised in Utica, Grant enjoys spending time with his family and friends, collecting sports memorabilia, going to camp and enjoying nature.

Grant says, "I am excited and honored that I have been given this opportunity to lead and mentor this next generation of YouthBuild participants! Building relationships with the youth and young adult workforce in Utica and Oneida County are paramount to the growth of our city and we will ensure the program participants will thrive throughout the process. I am eager and committed to fulfilling the mission and vision of YouthBuild and the Workforce Development Board. Thank you, Alice Savino and the entire Workforce Development Board for choosing me as the next YouthBuild Program Director."

Welcome, Grant!

To Contact Grant: Phone: 315-207-6951, ext. 109

Email: gcalogero@working-solutions.org 

Learn More About the YouthBuild Program

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The WDB Welcomes Sarah Roby,

New Case Manager for Our Regional Apprenticeship Development and Readiness (RADAR) Grant Project

A Little About Sarah: Sarah worked approximately ten years for Wal-Mart in customer service and as a cashier. During her time with Wal-Mart, she continued her education. Sarah graduated from Herkimer County Community College with an associate degree in general studies, and then went on to get a bachelor’s degree in sociology from SUNY Polytechnic Institute.

Sarah says, "I have had an auspicious life since graduating high school.

"My goals were, and still are, to help others--especially individuals who need extra help.

"I’ve worked in the special needs field as a volunteer for the ARC program in Herkimer, a Community Habitation with RCIL, and most recently for Maxim as a Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) Aide.

"I recently lost my profound special needs younger sister, who received good programs to assist her in socialization and life’s challenges, in which I learned facets to help others.

"They all need our support and guidance. My sister is and always will be my inspiration.

"I relish in the opportunities the Workforce Development Board's RADAR grant is giving me to assist others and stay true to my goals."

Welcome, Sarah!

To Contact Sarah: 315-607-6951 Ext. 147

Email: sroby@working-solutions.org

Photo Courtesy Sarah

The Workforce Development Board Welcomes New

Youth Build Case Manager, Paula Ford

A Little About Paula: Paula comes from a seasoned career in banking, with a bachelor's degree in liberal studies from San Diego State University. Her banking career spans over 25 years, including three different banks/credit unions and multiple customer-facing positions, such as branch manager. The banking industry provided Paula with additional training that resulted in NYS licenses in Health and Life, Series 6 & 63 (investments), a spot on the NMLS registry, and notary public.

She is very active in her community and participates/serves on: Oriskany Falls Rotary Club, SUNY Morrisville School of Business Advisory Board, Heritage Farm Incident Review Committee, and she just finished ten years on the Audit Review Committee for Morrisville Eaton Central Schools.

Paula says, "I love working for the Workforce Development Board. The work here is meaningful. It impacts the quality of life for our participants and helps our local economy. When I was graduating high school (in Madison County) my classmates and I and our working age peers left the area to take jobs outside of Upstate NY. I’m glad I got to move back to this area and I’m glad my own kids (and their peers) no longer need to move away for good employment. It’s a great time to be here. I feel like we are in a growth phase. Job opportunities are diverse and plentiful. I am proud to help connect the youth to these careers."

Welcome, Paula!

To Contact Paula: 315-207-6951 Ext. 148

Email: pford@working-solutions.org

Photo Courtesy Paula

Register Today for our FREE Seven County Job Fair

The combined registration link for businesses and job seekers is: 

https://pvapi.premiervirtual.com/s/WRveOW

(Businesses select: "Organization"

Job Seekers select: "Attendee")

If you have previously attended one of our Premier Virtual Job Fair platform job fairs, select "Log In"

Job Seekers can log in to "preview" the job opportunities on Tues., July 11th, starting at 9:00am.

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Services for New Americans Webinar Success!

Sponsored by the Workforce Development Board's NY Systems Change and Inclusive Opportunities Network (SCION) Grant

The WDB's Disability Resource Coordinator (DRC) Nicole Sortino hosted a free online event on June 20th that provided a platform for the Office of New Americans (ONA) to present the Ramirez June Initiative to workforce professionals, businesses, and other stakeholders.

The Ramirez June Initiative is a first of its kind in the nation initiative that builds capacity to support new Americans with developmental disabilities and their families in accessing vital resources, information, and services.

The webinar was intended to create awareness of free early intervention services offered by ONA, as well as a supportive resource called Cell-Ed. Cell-Ed can be used to provide accessible free language classes on any type of device, including a flip-phone.

The webinar was well attended, including representatives from NYS Department of Labor; The Center; the Workforce Development Board and affiliated Career Centers; Bassett Healthcare; New York State Energy and Gas; St. Joseph’s Health Hospital; OPWDD, Oneida County; Broome County; Giotto Fiber Instrument Sales; Sherwin; Oneida Molded Plastics; Action Collaboration; and Cornell, and a large number of individuals from the general public.

To learn more about the Ramirez June Initiative and/or the NY SCION grant, contact Nicole Sortino.

New Pay Transparency Law Requires employers to disclose compensation or range of compensation

to applicants and employees

A new law takes effect in September that will require all private businesses in New York State with four or more employees to include the pay or salary ranges for all advertised job openings, promotions, and transfer opportunities.

The law also prohibits any retaliation against an applicant or current employee for exercising their rights under the law.

Learn More

BUSINESSES:

WE CAN HELP YOU UPSKILL YOUR WORKFORCE

The Workforce Development Board of Herkimer, Madison & Oneida (WDB/HMO) has partnered with the NYCAN (NY College Apprenticeship Network) grant to reimburse on-the-job training costs for advanced manufacturing companies that have less than 50 employees and a registered apprentice program.

Wages can be reimbursed at 50% up to $25 an hour for six months of on-the-job training (OJT) with minimum paperwork. The undirected funding provides many benefits for small to medium-sized manufacturing companies and ensures the apprentice is trained in accordance with the company’s standards and procedures.

If you would like to know how your company can take advantage of this funding or know of a company that would benefit, please contact Meghan McBennett at mmcbennett@working-solutions.org.

ConnectAll wants to hear from you!

Connect ALL a division of Empire State Development, is gathering information to ensure that every New York business and household has broadband connectivity and the resources needed to close the state’s remaining digital divide.

Affordable Housing Connectivity Program - Survey for Building Owners

Building Owners of Affordable Housing: Could receive no-cost new or upgraded fiber-to-the-unit broadband equipment installation. ConnectALL’s Affordable Housing Connectivity Program will fund infrastructure upgrades to create open-access building wiring and attract Internet Service Providers to often-overlooked affordable housing properties.

ConnectALL encourages building owners to take a 5 minute survey to collect basic information on the internet equipment and services currently available at their properties. 

Click here to learn more about ConnectALL’s Affordable Housing Connectivity Program.

New York State Internet Access Survey - Survey for All New York State Residents

As New York State makes unprecedented investments in broadband infrastructure, ConnectALL needs input from residents in every corner of the state to design a Digital Equity Plan that serves their needs. 

Please take 10 minutes to complete the New York State Internet Access Survey. ConnectALL will use results of this survey, in addition to other key community consultations, to develop a comprehensive Digital Equity Plan for New York State.

YouthBuild Can Help You Jump Start a Career in a Field You Love

YouthBuild is a US Department of Labor Construction Training grant awarded to the Workforce Development Board of Herkimer, Madison and Oneida Counties.

The grant provides job training and educational opportunities for at-risk youth ages 18-24 who are residents of the city of Utica and who have previously dropped out of high school.

Youth will split their time between the training work site and the classroom, where they earn their high school diploma or equivalency degree, learn to be community leaders, and prepare for post-secondary training opportunities. These include college, apprenticeships, and employment.

The program includes significant support systems, such as mentoring, follow-up education, employment, and personal counseling services; and participation in community service and civic engagement.

Grant Eligibility:  Must be a resident of the city of Utica. Must be at least between the ages of 18-24 years old prior to the start of their cohort. Our first cohort is currently slated to begin in the Fall of 2023.

If you or someone you know is interested in applying, please email Program Director, Grant Calogero at GCalogero@working-solutions.org or call at 315-207-6951 extension 109.

The total cost of this YouthBuild Program is $1.5 million dollars; (100%) funded through a United States Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration grant.

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The Workforce Development Board has learning/training grants that you may be eligible for!

View or Download our Training Grant Programs Brochure Here

DYK the WDB also has a Facebook page where we'll be featuring news about our grant learning programs and incentives. Please Like/Follow us and share our posts to get the word out about these great programs! https://www.facebook.com/WDBHMO

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