Interested candidates should send a resume and a cover letter to the attention of the Director of Personnel, P.O. Box 24, Schenectady, New York 12301 or fax to 518-393-5614. You may apply in person, at The Alternative Living Group, Inc. at 30 Jay Street, Schenectady or call 374-0053 for more information.
Aides - To work 1:1 with children and young adults with mental retardation/developmental disabilities who live with their families in Schenectady, Rensselaer and Albany Counties. The person will assist the individuals with recreational as well as training type activities. H.S. diploma or GED and a valid driver's license required. 6 to 15 hours/wk. $10.60/hr. Actual hours of work to be determined by the needs of the individual families.
Residence Counselors - 6 openings - provides services for people with mental retardation and developmental disabilities. We have continuous recruitment for Residential Counselors whose responsibility it is to provide care and assistance to the residents of the homes operated by the Agency. Starting pay is $9.00+/hr. depending upon experience and successful completion of the three-week training curriculum. Medical/dental benefits, paid leave and life insurance available for full time staff. High School diploma or GED and a valid NYS driver's license required.
Medicaid Service Coordinator - for individuals with mental retardation/developmental disabilities. We occasionally have an opening for a full time Medicaid Service Coordinator. Minimum requirements are a Bachelor's degree in human services (MSW preferred), one year experience working with people with MR/DD, a valid driver's license and a car. Excellent communication and writing skills are essential. Health/dental/life insurance and paid leave available after 90 days.
Residential Manager - to manage all aspects of the operation of a residence(s) for people with mental retardation and developmental disabilities. Knowledge of OMRDD regulations, supervisory experience and experience working with people with MR/DD is necessary. Bachelor's in Human Service field is required. Salary is negotiable based upon education and experience. Flexibility in work schedule is necessary. Very liberal benefit package including health/dental/life insurance, retirement plan, and paid leave.
