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By Advertising Department | Published  11/28/2007 | Classifieds | Unrated
Posted Wed., Dec. 5, 2007
Primary Youth Counselor
& Youth Counselor
Full-Time, Weekdays & Weekend Openings
You can transform a life by showing patience, understanding and compassion to a child or teen. Holy Family Social Services has positions available for residential youth counselors. If you are mature, physically capable and committed to working with abused, neglected and emotionally challenged young people age 6 to 18 years old. Primary Youth Counselor (must have a bachelor’s degree), and Youth Counselor (high school diploma required). At least 2 years of experience working in a group home atmosphere. Valid PA driver’s license and current Act 33/34 clearance required. Shift #1: 2:30pm-10:30pm (various days) Shift #2: Sat. & Sun. 6:30am-10:30pm, Plus one 8 hour evening, 2:30pm-10:30pm (weekday). Hourly rate $9.25 (YC)- $10.25(PYC). Full benefits package available. Please send resume via Fax: (412) 415-8461, Email: recruiter@hfi-pgh.org. Mail: Attn: Recruiter, Holy Family Institute, 8235 Ohio River Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15202. (No phone calls please)
EOE/ADA


NIGHT MONITOR
Full-time openings in our residential treatment facility. Responsible for monitoring residents during the Night shift, dispersing medications, completing related paperwork and completing 15-minute bed checks. Hours are from 10:30pm-6:30am. Candidate must posses a High school diploma or equivalent, with good verbal and written skills. Valid PA Driver’s license and current Act 33/34 clearances are required. Additionally, candidate must be physically capable of managing client behavior and remain awake during night hours. Starting hourly rate $9.10. Full benefits package available.
Please send resume via Fax: (412) 415- 8461, Email: recruiter@hfi-pgh.org. Mail: Attn: Recruiter, Holy Family Institute, 8235 Ohio River Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15202. (No phone calls please)
EOE/ADA


SECRETARY
Secretary needed for busy airport area office. Required skills: detail oriented, excellent organization skills, MSWord & Excel proficiency, knowledge of PowerPoint. Previous experience preferred. FT w/benefits, $11/hr. Fax resume to KTA-Tator, Inc. 412.788.1306, e-mail resume@kta.com. Referencing HR07-16-NPC.  
AA/EOE


AREA COORDINATOR
Robert Morris University seeks applicants for an Area Coordinator. Master’s Degree in counseling, student personnel or related field (final stage of degree will be considered); res. life work exp. preferred. This is a live-in position supervising residence halls which includes campus-wide duty rotation and other weekend/evening requirements.
Visit our website at www.rmu.jobs for details. Email letter of interest and resume referencing this ad to jobs@rmu.edu or mail to Robert Morris University, Human Resources, 6001 University Blvd., Moon Twp., PA 15108.
EOE


HEAD MEN’S GOLF COACH
California University of Pennsylvania seeks to hire a Head Men’s Golf Coach. Full-time position with benefits; renewable yearly contract. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Administering the men’s golf program including coaching, recruiting and camp development. These activities are carried out within the guidelines established by the NCAA, the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference and the University. For requirements, application instructions and more information, visit www.cup.edu/employment or contact the Athletic Office at 724-938-4351.
Cal U is M/F/V/D/AA/EEO


ATTENTION: POLITICALLY-
MINDED INDIVIDUALS
Working America, AFL-CIO is fighting to take our country back from politicians who put profits before people. Get paid to advocate for fair pay, affordable healthcare and equal rights for all.
No experience necessary; desire to fight for what’s right, a must. FT; $10.11/hr with paid training and full health/domestic partner benefits. EOE. Immediate openings. Call 412.471.0285! www.workingamerica.org.


Clerk Stenographer 3
City of Pittsburgh
Dept: Any
Salary: $26,648 to $29,899/Year
Benefits: The City offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Position Summary and Requirements:
Serves as secretary to an assistant or deputy director, or project manager. Applicants must have exp. in Microsoft Word, and Excel (additionally, exp. in Access and PowerPoint is preferred) AND must have two yrs. full-time clerical exp. including typing correspondence, letters, memos, etc. Education/training and/or work exp. may be substituted on a year for year basis. Only City of Pittsburgh residents may apply for this position.
Application Deadline: December 14, 2007.
To see job details and apply online:
www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/personnel
JobLine: 412-255-2388
E/O/E


LABORER
City of Pittsburgh
Dept: Any
Salary: $12.063 to $16.084 per hour
Benefits: The City offers a comprehensive benefit package.
Position Summary and Requirements:
Performs manual work of limited complexity. Must be a City of Pittsburgh resident at the time of filing an application and must remain a City of Pittsburgh resident throughout employment.
Application Deadline: December 28, 2007
To see job details and apply online:
https://www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/employmentcenter
THE DEPARTMENT OF PERSONNEL AND CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
Fourth Floor, 414 Grant Street
City-County Building
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
JobLine: 412-255-2388
E/O/E


AIDES—HOME CARE
EASTERN AREA ADULT SERVICES
Home Care Aides to work with Senior Citizens residing in Monroeville, Penn Hills, Plum, Oakmont & Verona. Reliable transportation required and a clear Act 34 clearance. Training & uniforms provided. Travel allowance. Medical, dental, vision, 403(b) Thrift Savings Plan, and Paid Leave are available. Call 412.247.1446 to schedule an interview.
EOE


Security Guard
DEPARTMENT: Security
REPORTS TO: Security Supervisor
JOB DESCRIPTION: This is a 12-month position, 40 hours per week. The individual will work 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.—shift may vary according to need. The job consists of securing buildings and making rounds—some on foot, some in a security vehicle.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma; some security training helpful. Basic sign language skills helpful; willingness to attend classes to acquire basic skills required.
Sign language skills of applicants will be rated using the Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI); “No Functional Skills” are acceptable at hire; “Survival Plus” level skills are required within 2 years of date of hire. Pennsylvania Act 34 and 151 clearances and FBI Clearance are required. Valid PA driver’s license required. Lethal Weapon Training Act 235 prefered.
SALARY: $9.48 or more dependent upon experience with full benefits including membership in the State’s teacher retirement system, medical, dental and vision benefits, and life insurance.
STARTING DATE: As soon as possible
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send letter of application and resume to:
Helen K. Shirey
Director of Human Resources
Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
300 East Swissvale Avenue
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15218
The Western PA School for the Deaf does not discriminate in its programs of education,
 employment, and all other activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, disability, or sexual preference.


PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
PSYCHIATRIC
PA to work with three psychiatrists in a community mental health setting treating adults with mental illnesses. Experience with psychiatry and/or adults with mental illness a plus. Competitive salary and excellent fringe benefits including health insurance, 401-K, generous vacation days and more. Join a dynamic group of physicians in a growth oriented agency. No on-call, no weekends, no inpatient. Resumes to: Director of Outpatient Psychiatry, Family Services of Western Pennsylvania, 310 Central City Plaza, New Kensington, PA 15068.
EOE/AA M/F/D/V


CERTIFIED REGISTERED
NURSE PRACTITIONER
CRNP to work with three psychiatrists in a community mental health setting treating adults with mental illnesses. Experience with psychiatry and/or adults with mental illness a plus. Competitive salary and excellent fringe benefits including health insurance, 401-K, generous vacation days and more. Join a dynamic group of physicians in a growth oriented agency. No on-call, no weekends, no inpatient. Resumes to: Director of Outpatient Psychiatry, Family Services of Western Pennsylvania, 310 Central City Plaza, New Kensington, PA 15068.
EOE/AA M/F/D/V


RNs/LPNs
Allegheny Correctional Health Services, Inc. is seeking to fill the following positions:
RNs: P/T Afternoon & Evening shifts.
LPNs: F/T Evenings.
Must have good assessment skills and able to work independently. Current PA nursing license required, 3 years nursing experience preferred. ACHS has a strict non-smoking work environment. Excellent benefits, 401k. Submit resume to ACHS, Inc. 3333 Forbes Ave., Pgh, PA 15213, Fax 412.350.2216 or email to csimonette@achd.net.
EOE/AA


REGION ASSISTANT
Must have minimum of High School Diploma or G.E.D. plus experience working with the public in a social service agency. Must be computer literate and possess clerical and record keeping skills, demonstrable writing skills, office organizational skills, and public contact skills. Must have reliable transportation. EEOC Employer. 40 hours per week; 12 months per year. Salary: $7.80 per hour. Must obtain Act 33 and 34 clearances and childcare physical. Please apply by 3:00 p.m. December 7, 2007 at Beaver County Head Start/Early Head Start, 1200 Main St., Aliquippa, PA 15001, 724-375-2300.


CHILD DEVELOPMENT
SPECIALIST
For infant and toddler therapeutic classroom in Rochester. Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education with emphasis on children 0-3 and professional experience in developmental therapeutic programming for children 0 - 3 preferred. Good computer skills a plus. EEOC Employer. Full year employment. Salary $26,898 per year. Must obtain Act 33 and 34 clearances and childcare physical. Please apply by 3:00 p.m. December 7, 2007 at Beaver County Head Start/Early Head Start, 1200 Main St., Aliquippa, PA 15001, 724-375-2300.


INDUSTRIAL HYGEINE
TECHNICIAN
The U.S. Steel Mon Valley Works is seeking candidates for an Industrial Hygiene Technician position. Successful candidates will perform a broad range of IH technical functions, including conducting air and noise monitoring, employee observations, data entry, and assisting in report and database development and IH program implementation. This person will serve as the PA certified building inspector and collect bulk asbestos samples. Candidates shld. have a BS degree in safety sciences or a related field. Competitive benefit package. Send resumes in confidence to:
USS Mon Valley Works
Employment Office
PO 878
Dravosburg, PA 15034
An AA/EEO Employer


COUNSELOR
Counselor for In-Home Counseling and Truancy Prevention Programs. Duties include counseling and case management for juveniles (age 12-17) and their families, conducting assessments to assist in the development of treatment goals and assisting clients to improve educational, vocational, and social skills.
Please send resume to: HR department, Try-Again Homes, Inc., P. O. Box 1228, Washington, PA 15301.
EOE


BUSINESS PLANNING ANALYST
Medco Health Solutions, the nation’s leading pharmacy benefits manager, is currently seeking a Business Planning Analyst. Incumbent will be responsible for compiling and interpreting statistical data that they will use to develop, implement and maintain all departmental reports exercising a strict attention to detail and accuracy.
Incumbent must possess strong PC skills, specifically in Microsoft Office, and web based programs; exceptional verbal and written communication skills; outstanding organizational skills and work ethic; ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks; ability to multi-task in high pressure situations; demonstrated sound judgment and decision making skills; demonstrated ability in interpreting statistical information; ability to work independently; and a demonstrated pattern of good attendance.
We offer an excellent benefit package including Health/Prescription/Dental/Vision/Life insurance, 401(k) plan, Employee Stock Purchase plan, Tuition Reimbursement, and Company paid retirement plan. EOE, M/F/D/V. Qualified candidates can apply online at www.medco.com/careers


TEACHER
Downtown Charter School seeks general science teacher for grades 7-8. Candidate must hold PA certification, have a desire to work with urban students, and have a passion for their work. Interested candidates should email resume to: jblanarik@pathways.k12.pa.us and include current references. Great benefits package!
EOE


BEAVER COUNTY HEAD START
CLASSROOM SUBSTITUTES
For Preschool Head Start program on an on-call basis.
Many sites throughout Beaver County.
TEACHER/GROUP SUPERVISOR SUBSITUTES: Bachelor’s or Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field plus experience working with preschool children. Teacher: $12.00 per hour. Group Supervisor: $10.00 per hour.
ASSISTANT TEACHER SUBSTITUTES: Minimum High School Diploma or G.E.D., experience with preschool children preferred.
$7.15 per hour
Must attend a three hour training and obtain Act 33 and Act 34 clearances and childcare physical. EEOC Employer. Apply at Beaver County Head Start, 1200 Main Street, Aliquippa, PA 15001 or call 724-375-2300.
UPCOMING TRAINING DATES
Aliquippa Head Start Center
1200 Main St., Aliquippa, PA 15001
Thursday, December 6, 2007
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Friday, December 14, 2007
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Rochester Head Start Center
353 Rhode Island Ave., Rochester, PA 15074
Friday, December 7, 2007
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
You only have to attend one training.


TECHNOLOGY
SPECIALIST
Edinboro University of PA invites applications for Technology Help Center Coordinator. This full-time position will manage the Technology Help Center and respond to open support help-desk calls, providing technical assistance on all supported hardware platforms, peripherals, operating systems and software applications. For complete details concerning the position, application procedure and the University, visit www.edinboro.edu
(keyword: employment)
AA/EOE/M/F/V/D


COURTROOM TECHNOLOGY
ADMINISTRATOR
The Clerk’s Office, U.S. District in Pittsburgh, seeks a responsible and qualified individual to coordinate all electronic courtroom resources. The Administrator will provide support for the Court’s courtroom technology resources, including evidence presentation systems, video conferencing systems, and sound systems. The administrator provides guidance and support to judges and support staff of the court, miscellaneous bar groups, various federal agencies, and others who might use electronic courtroom technology. The administrator is responsible for the proficient operation of technology used in a courtroom environment, as well as helping to ensure that persons using these resources are adequately trained. The administrator will serve as a backup to the Court’s web administrator installing updates to the Court’s Internet and Intranet web sites. Minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in the audio/visual field, with the ability to troubleshoot devices, such as serial or hardware device level interfaces. Experience in creating and supporting web sites using Dreamweaver. Bachelor’s degree or graduation from an accredited technical school preferred. Starting Salary $42,885-$57,835, depending on experience. Detailed job announcement at: http://www.pawd.uscourts.gov under “Employment Opportunities”. Send resume and cover letter to: Personnel Supervisor-CTA position, U.S. District Court, P.O. Box 1805, Pittsburgh, PA 15230, or can be sent via e-mail to pawdresume@pawd.uscourts.gov as a WordPerfect, Word or PDF attachment. Fax copies will NOT be accepted. Resumes must be received by 4:30 p.m. on December 19, 2007. The court will only communicate with those individuals invited for interview. No telephone calls, please.
We are an equal opportunity employer