BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Columbia-Greene Workforce NY - ECPv6.15.19//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://columbiagreeneworks.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Columbia-Greene Workforce NY REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T120000 DTSTAMP:20260408T045732 CREATED:20260121T110119Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T060011Z UID:3388-1774342800-1774353600@columbiagreeneworks.org SUMMARY:NYS Office for People with Developmental Disabilities - Recruitment DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, March 24\, 2026\, 9am – 12pm \nApply online at: \nopwdd.ny.gov… \nHeld At: OPWDD Capital District Office (Use entrance off Consaul Rd\, building 1 has a large staircase in front)\, 500 Balltown Rd.\, Schenectady\, NY 12304 Region: Capital Region County: Schenectady Event Type: Recruitment Registration Information: No pre-registration or appointment needed.\, Walk-in interviews! Bring your resume and dress professional.\, For more information:\, Call: (518)388-0838\, -OR-\, Email: CapitalDistrict.Careers@opwdd.ny.gov Job Openings: Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) provide assistance to people with all of their personal needs and help them participate in programs that strengthen their life skills and ensure a safe and comfortable environment. There are several titles at OPWDD that make up our team of Direct Support Professionals. They are described as follows:\, JOB TITLE: Direct Support Assistant (DSA)\, JOB SUMMARY: As a DSA for OPWDD you will help people by assisting them to learn and develop daily living skills and habits; you will help them take care of their own personal needs; you will advocate for\, encourage\, guide and teach people to express personal choice. DSAs ensure community integration\, health and safety and a comfortable home environment. The supports and services you will provide depend on the specific abilities of the person being served\, and the nature of the setting where the activities are taking place.\, JOB REQUIREMENTS:\, – High school diploma or an equivalency\, such as a GED\, – Valid NYS Driver's License (Required to maintain this throughout your employment as a DSA.)\, – Must meet physical and agility standards\, – Have a medical examination before you are appointed (You are responsible for the payment of the clinical laboratory fee. The medical exam includes psychological and drug screening.)\, – Must be cleared through the New York State Child Abuse Registry\, the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs and the Medicaid Fraud Prevention and Detection database\, – Be subject to a criminal background check and fingerprinting (You will be responsible for the processing fee.)\, WAGES: Starting at $25.01 Hourly\, BENEFITS: Health insurance\, retirement plan\, and generous leave benefits.\, JOB TITLE: Developmental Disabilities Secure Care Treatment Aide (DDSCTA)\, JOB SUMMARY: An OPWDD DDSCTA treats and cares for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in intensive treatment units. As a DDSCTA\, you provide a safe\, secure and stable environment where people can receive the therapeutic care needed for stabilization and treatment.\, JOB REQUIREMENTS:\, – High school diploma\, OR an equivalency\, such as a GED\, OR a Direct Support Professional (DSP) Certificate from an accredited organization; AND successfully complete a DDSCTA traineeship OR have 1 year of full-time direct care experience working with individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities\, – Have a valid NYS Driver's License (Required to maintain a valid driver's license throughout your employment as a DDSCTA.)\, – Must meet physical and agility standards\, – Have a medical examination before you are appointed (You are responsible for the payment of the clinical laboratory fee. The medical exam includes psychological and drug screening.)\, – Must be cleared through the New York State Child Abuse Registry\, the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs and the Medicaid Fraud Prevention and Detection data base\, – Be subject to a criminal background check and fingerprinting (You will be responsible for the processing fee.)\, WAGES: Starting at $25.01 Hourly\, BENEFITS: Health insurance\, retirement plan\, and generous leave benefits. More info: opwdd.ny.gov… URL:https://columbiagreeneworks.org/event/nys-office-for-people-with-developmental-disabilities-recruitment-18/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T120000 DTSTAMP:20260408T045732 CREATED:20251121T110335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T060011Z UID:2756-1774346400-1774353600@columbiagreeneworks.org SUMMARY:Resume and Interview Workshop DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, March 24\, 2026\, 10am – 12pm \nDon’t know how to write a resume? \nNot sure how to answer tough interview questions? \nLooking to make it all make sense? \nIf so\, then… \nJOIN US! \nCareer Center Location: Yonkers Career Center Held At: 28 Wells Ave Building 3\, 4th floor\, Yonkers\, NY 10701 Event Type: Workshop County: Westchester Region: Hudson Valley Audience: All Interested Jobseekers Language: English Registration Information: To register\, Contact us!\, 914-461-9077\, yonkers.dews@labor.ny.gov More info: dol.ny.gov… URL:https://columbiagreeneworks.org/event/resume-and-interview-workshop-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T120000 DTSTAMP:20260408T045732 CREATED:20260221T060228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T060012Z UID:3922-1774350000-1774353600@columbiagreeneworks.org SUMMARY:Overcoming Barriers DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, March 24\, 2026\, 11am – 12pm \nJoin us for this informal glimpse into potential stumbling blocks to finding a job and some resources and strategies to help you meet your goals. Whether you're facing transportation needs\, childcare needs\, prior justice system involvement\, inexperience\, health concerns\, or more – we're here to help connect you to resources!  \nHeld At: Virtual Workshop Event Type: Virtual Workshop County: Albany Region: Capital Region Audience: All Interested Jobseekers Language: English Registration Information: bit.ly… More info: bit.ly… URL:https://columbiagreeneworks.org/event/overcoming-barriers-7/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T123000 DTSTAMP:20260408T045732 CREATED:20260213T060132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T060012Z UID:3821-1774350000-1774355400@columbiagreeneworks.org SUMMARY:Building and Using your LinkedIn Profile DESCRIPTION:This is a virtual workshop\, please click the Zoom link below to register: \nzoom.us… Tuesday\, March 24\, 2026\, 11am – 12:30pm \nThis workshop will provide a basic overview of the key purpose and features of LinkedIn. Participants will learn how to build their LinkedIn profile and use it effectively in the job search. \nFor participants with disabilities\, if you require any reasonable accommodations to participate in the event\, please notify the Customer Engagement unit at least 72 hours prior to the event at virtualworkshops@labor.ny.gov. We will make every reasonable effort to secure an accommodation that will meet your needs. \nRegistration Link: zoom.us… More info: zoom.us… URL:https://columbiagreeneworks.org/event/building-and-using-your-linkedin-profile-12/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T130000 DTSTAMP:20260408T045732 CREATED:20260305T060332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T060013Z UID:4030-1774353600-1774357200@columbiagreeneworks.org SUMMARY:The Power of Positivity DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, March 24\, 2026\, 12 – 1pm \nThe Power of Positivity \nThis workshop offers a supportive space for unemployed individuals to harness the incredible impact of a positive mindset. Discover how to bounce back\, stay inspired\, and take confident steps towards your next career opportunity. Real change starts here!    \nMicrosoft Teams meeting \nJoin: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/22246604259013?p=VzIEKC9LoSn2n5pO9j \nMeeting ID: 222 466 042 590 13 \nPasscode: DB7qe3p7 \n\nNeed help? | System reference \nDial in by phone \n+1 518-801-9699\,\,572532687# United States\, Albany \nFind a local number \nPhone conference ID: 572 532 687# \nCareer Center Location: Sullivan Works Career Center Held At: Virtual & In Person\, Sullivan County Career Center\, 50 North Street\, Monticello\, NY 12701 Event Type: Virtual Workshop\, Workshop County: Sullivan Region: Hudson Valley Audience: All Interested Jobseekers Language: English Registration Information: Please use this link to register (forms.office.com…) or contact Tonya Martinez at tonya.martinez@labor.ny.gov More info: forms.office.com… URL:https://columbiagreeneworks.org/event/the-power-of-positivity-10/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T160000 DTSTAMP:20260408T045732 CREATED:20260318T060019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T060013Z UID:4139-1774355400-1774368000@columbiagreeneworks.org SUMMARY:Always Compassionate Health - Recruitment DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, March 24\, 2026\, 12:30 – 4pm \nPlease bring Gov't issued ID to enter the Career Center. Metered street parking is available as well as Warburton Garage near Career Center. \nCareer Center Location: Yonkers Career Center Held At: Yonkers Employment Center\, 28 Wells Ave Bldg 3\, 4th Floor\, Yonkers\, NY 10701 Region: Hudson Valley County: Westchester Event Type: Recruitment Registration Information: No pre-registration required. Walk-ins welcome!\, Be prepared for an interview! Bring your resume and dress professional.\, For more information\, please email:\, Courtney Sagala\, courtney.sagala@labor.ny.gov Job Openings: JOB TITLE: Certified Home Health Aides/Personal Care Aides\, NUMBER OF OPENINGS: 100\, JOB SUMMARY:\, Always Compassionate is recruiting full-time\, part-time and live-in care givers to work multiple locations throughout Westchester County. Under the supervision and direction of a nursing supervisor\, care giver responsibilities include following patient care plan and providing patient with a safe and supportive environment. Assisting patient with needs as indicated on care plan such as bathing\, dressing\, grooming\, toileting and feeding (assist with ADLs as described on care plan). Remind patient to take medications. Assist with use of cane\, walker and other assistive devices. Proper and complete documentation of services provided. Immediately report any concerns or changes in patient condition. Provide emotional support and encourage independence. Develop a trusting and mutually respectful relationship.\, JOB REQUIREMENTS:\, – Be at least 18 years old\, – Have current HHA/PCA Certification\, – Be dependable and compassionate\, – Ability to turn\, lift and transfer patients (Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.)\, – Ability to comprehend and verbalize care according to care plan\, – Be subject to physical exam and drug pre-screening test\, HOURS: Varies\, WAGES: $19.10 – $21.00 Hourly\, BENEFITS: Vacation – Sick Leave – Paid Holidays More info: www.alwayscompassionate.com URL:https://columbiagreeneworks.org/event/always-compassionate-health-recruitment-6/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T140000 DTSTAMP:20260408T045732 CREATED:20260213T060132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T060013Z UID:3822-1774357200-1774360800@columbiagreeneworks.org SUMMARY:Salary Negotiation DESCRIPTION:This is a virtual workshop\, please click the Zoom link below to register: \nzoom.us… Tuesday\, March 24\, 2026\, 1 – 2pm \nSalary negotiation can be an anxious part of the job search process\, especially if you feel unprepared. This workshop will teach you to confidently negotiate your salary and job perks\, while clarifying and considering your career goals. \nFor participants with disabilities\, if you require any reasonable accommodations to participate in the event\, please notify the Customer Engagement unit at least 72 hours prior to the event at virtualworkshops@labor.ny.gov. We will make every reasonable effort to secure an accommodation that will meet your needs. \nRegistration Link: zoom.us… More info: zoom.us… URL:https://columbiagreeneworks.org/event/salary-negotiation-7/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T140000 DTSTAMP:20260408T045732 CREATED:20260213T060133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T060014Z UID:3823-1774357200-1774360800@columbiagreeneworks.org SUMMARY:Transferable Skills DESCRIPTION:This is a virtual workshop\, please click the Zoom link below to register: \nzoom.us… Tuesday\, March 24\, 2026\, 1 – 2pm \nThis presentation will focus on learning specific brainstorming techniques so you can identify your key transferable skills. Learn how to find the key words associated with your skills and how to market your transferable skills to employers. Easy to use electronic resources will be provided for use after the presentation so you can improve your marketability in the virtual world. \nFor participants with disabilities\, if you require any reasonable accommodations to participate in the event\, please notify the Customer Engagement unit at least 72 hours prior to the event at virtualworkshops@labor.ny.gov. We will make every reasonable effort to secure an accommodation that will meet your needs. \nRegistration Link: zoom.us… More info: zoom.us… URL:https://columbiagreeneworks.org/event/transferable-skills-25/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T143000 DTSTAMP:20260408T045732 CREATED:20260221T060229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T060014Z UID:3923-1774359000-1774362600@columbiagreeneworks.org SUMMARY:Goal Setting DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, March 24\, 2026\, 1:30 – 2:30pm \nGoals are what take us forward in life. They are the first step to every journey we take. In this workshop we will explain how goal setting works\, why goals are important\, and take home more helpful resources to get you started. Remember: "if you aim for nothing\, you'll hit it every time." Find out how to reach your dreams.  \nHeld At: Virtual Workshop Event Type: Virtual Workshop County: Albany Region: Capital Region Audience: All Interested Jobseekers Language: English Registration Information: bit.ly… More info: bit.ly… URL:https://columbiagreeneworks.org/event/goal-setting-14/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR