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Assistive Technology Training Specialist

CABVI is seeking an Assistive Technology Training Specialist to assist children and adults who are blind and visually impaired in achieving their highest level of function in performing tasks of daily living, education, and employment through the development of assistive technology skills.

KEY JOB ELEMENTS

Remain current in all aspects of assistive technology including adaptive computer technology, cell phone usage, braille embossers, CCTV products, emerging technology products such as virtual reality and much more. This would include both hardware and software.

Work with the Technology Manager to develop opportunities to share technology with other professionals in the form of workshops, conferences staff training days, agency tours and more.

Work with the Technology Manager to develop and conduct creative, interesting and educational programs for both adults and children in residential, remote and day programs. Complete all required documentation. Meet the needs of all students, in both an individual and group format. Provide classroom instruction within the technology center and assist with program participant recruitment.

Continually research advances in the technology field, new products and applications. Attend trainings and meetings, as needed.

Develop and ensure the provision of quality technology services and the timely delivery of these services to CABVI consumers.

Provide technology services in accordance with the NYSCB Adaptive Technology contracts including consumer readiness, assessment, equipment recommendations and installations, training, staff development, educational/workplace evaluations and remote technical assistance.

Develop professional, collegial relationships with NYSCB, school districts, other CABVI departments, funding/grant sources and related groups.

Provide technology services to children with visual impairments located in public/private school settings.

Provide consultative services to teachers and school personnel. Complete assessments, develop lesson plans, and complete quarterly and annual reports. Whenever appropriate, provide training to parents and care givers.

Provide technology services through funding streams beyond NYSCB contracted obligations including, but not limited to vouchered payments, in-kind services, private contracts and grants.

Work with CABVI internal departments to ensure the assistive technology needs of employees are met. Provides assessment and training to employees as needed.

Conduct community presentations on adaptive technology.

Perform technology hardware and software maintenance and troubleshooting tasks as needed

Complete and submits all required documentation in a timely manner.

Adapt to change and completes other duties as assigned.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Must have ability to read, analyze, and interpret general periodicals, professional journals, and technical procedures.  Must be able to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Must be able to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, consumers, employers, educators, associated professionals and the public. Must have good customer service skills.

COMPUTER/TECHNICAL SKILLS

Must have expertise with microcomputers and their operating systems. Must be knowledgeable regarding conventional hardware/software and installation.  Prefer familiarity with large print, speech, Braille and other adaptive technologies. Must be willing to learn new technology.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Frequently required to talk or hear.  Occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop and kneel.  Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.   Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the key job elements.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Minimum of an Associate’s degree in computer science, technology or education preferred.  Formal training certificates in software or hardware applications may be substituted for advanced degrees. A minimum of two years’ experience in a teaching or training capacity required. Knowledge of assistive technology and/or teaching experience serving those with disabilities preferred.

CABVI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data or any other legally protected status.

Interested candidates please send completed resumes and applications to: CABVI 507 Kent Street Utica, NY 13501

Attention: Julie Byrne

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Human Resources Assistant

CABVI is seeking a Human Resources Assistant for our Syracuse, NY location to act as the liaison between HR and employees, ensuring smooth communication and prompt resolution of all queries. This position will support daily HR activities and assist in coordinating HR policies, processes, and relevant documents in our Syracuse facility.

KEY JOB ELEMENTS

Answers frequently asked questions from employees relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.; refers more complex questions to appropriate senior-level HR staff or management.

Assists with planning and execution of special events such as benefits enrollment, organization-wide meetings, employee recognition events, holiday parties, and retirement celebrations.

Conducts new employee HR orientation in Syracuse. Collect and review completed new hire paperwork to ensure all required documents have been submitted in a timely manner.  Follow up on missing paperwork as needed.

Conduct basic benefits review with employee in Syracuse. Collect benefit enrollment paperwork and forward to Utica for processing.

Work closely with all CABVI department heads to coordinate temporary employment as needed throughout the Agency.

Submit timesheets weekly for all temporary employees.

Create the staff out-of-office list weekly

Assist in employee relations counseling including workplace investigations and delivery of disciplinary actions.

Assists managers with recruitment for all exempt and non-exempt personnel and temporary employees. HR representative for interviewing candidates in Syracuse.

Treat all information in a confidential manner.

Prepare correspondence as necessary.

Adapts to change and completes other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Consistently achieves annual performance objectives.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Must be skillful in presenting information and responding to questions from a wide variety of constituencies.  Must have excellent listening skills and the ability to clearly articulate.  Must effectively interact with all staff and management.

COMPUTER/TECHNICAL SKILLS

Must have outstanding computer skills and ability to interpret a wide variety of reports and spreadsheets. Must be willing to learn new technology.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Frequently required to speak and hear.  Regularly required to stand and walk.  May sit for long periods.  Will require typing on a computer keyboard.  May require lifting up to 20 pounds.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities perform the key job elements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

In house position with some travel.  Noise level is moderate.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Minimum of Associates degree in Human Resources, Business or a management related field with a minimum of three years’ experience working in the human resource discipline.

CABVI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data or any other legally protected status.

Interested candidates please send completed resumes and applications to: CABVI 507 Kent Street Utica, NY 13501

Attention: Julie Byrne

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Teacher of the Visually Impaired Assistant

CABVI is seeking a TVIA to provide vision services to infant, preschool, and school age children who are blind and visually impaired.

KEY JOB ELEMENTS

Teaches early development and educational skills including: concept development, vision training, compensatory skills, self-help skills, communication skills and socialization skills under the supervision and clinical direction of a Teacher of the Visually Impaired (TVI).

Implement lessons as specified on the child’s IFSP or IEP developed by the TVI.

Instructs students in the use of low vision aids and adaptive equipment; conducts non-physicians assessments of child’s functional vision skills.

Consults, teaches and provides support to family members, associated professionals, school districts, and other children’s care givers and service providers.

Represents CABVI in the community at professional, recreational and outreach activities associated with children’s services.

Completes and submits all required documentation in a timely manner.

Develops weekly schedules to achieve hourly expectations in a cost effective manner.

Maintains a reference library of current related materials and acquires information regarding research, development and technology.

Adapts to change and completes other duties as assigned.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Must have ability to effectively present information, and respond to questions from children, parents, professionals and the public. Must have ability to write effective plans, reports and correspondence. Must be able to give explicit visual cues according to child’s visual status and have ability to develop the child’s confidence and self-esteem.  Requires excellent listening skills.

COMPUTER/TECHNICAL SKILLS

General computer skills.  Must have good knowledge regarding adaptive equipment and low vision aids.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Frequently required to talk or hear.  Frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop and kneel.  Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the key job elements.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelors or Masters in Education. Desire to pursue Certification as a Teacher of the Visually Impaired required.  Experience and desire to work with children.  Must meet the Department of Special Education and the Department of Health personnel standards.

CABVI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data or any other legally protected status.

Interested candidates please send completed resumes and applications to: CABVI 507 Kent Street Utica, NY 13501

Attention: Julie Byrne

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Purchasing Clerk

CABVI is seeking a full-time Purchasing Clerk to perform a variety of tasks relating to the ordering of goods and supplies for CABVI. This position will also ensure that purchase orders arrive on schedule and meet the purchaser’s specifications, as well as have the ability to consider the relative costs and benefits of potential purchasing actions and chooses the most appropriate one.

KEY JOB ELEMENTS:

Compiles requests for materials.

Prepare and/or edit purchase orders from various departments.

Ensure accurate material receipt by performing regular follow-up on open orders as per agreed terms.

Develop bid specifications by researching and writing RFPs (Request for Proposal).

Maintain records, reports, and logs necessary to document and summarize purchasing activities, trends, and actions required for the Purchasing Department.

Coordinate customer returns and/or vendor returns with all departments.

Place orders with suppliers or vendors while ensuring that documentation is in order with terms and conditions being clear.

Research ways to reduce Agency costs by investigating new suppliers on a regular basis.

Adapts to change and completes other duties as assigned.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Maintain good written and verbal communication skills to deal with people internal to CABVI, as well as with suppliers, shipping agents, other companies and vendors.

COMPUTER/TECHNICAL SKILLS

Must have good mathematical skills.  Must have good typing and data entry skills.  Must be familiar working with databases, spreadsheets and word processing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the key job elements.

 EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Associates degree or equivalent with at least one year of related experience. Computer competency required.

CABVI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data or any other legally protected status.

Interested candidates please send completed resumes and applications to: CABVI 507 Kent Street Utica, NY 13501

Attention: Julie Byrne

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Public Relations and Communications Assistant

CABVI is seeking a Public Relations and Communications Assistant to provide support to the Public Relations department team members. This position will assist with graphic design, photography, event planning, social media, website updates, writing and content creation, Vehicles for Vision, C.A.B. Foundation and CNY Vision Foundation, as well as other duties as assigned.

KEY JOB ELEMENTS

Assist in design, layout, revise, edit and produce various publications including but not limited to the agency newsletter, employee newsletter, and the annual report.

Assist in designing artwork for agency projects, signs, flyers, brochures, posters, billboards, logos, exhibits/displays and illustrations.

Assist with special event planning.

Support program/service marketing and public relations efforts through research and analysis.

Assist with updating CABVI’s website.

Assist with social media content on the following platforms: LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and Twitter.

Manage the CABVI volunteer program.

Responsible for updates to the agency intranet pages.

Interface with CABVI department managers, supervisors, and other staff to address their communications needs and promotional requirements.

Assist with designing mass-mail materials for agency fundraising campaigns and events

Assist department members in their relationships with CABVI’s boards of directors, councils, committees and program work groups as needed.

Adapts to change and completes other duties as assigned by supervisor.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Must be skilled in presenting information and responding to questions from a variety of constituencies including vendors and customers. Must write effective objectives, proposals, plans, reports and general correspondence. Must have excellent listening skills and the ability to clearly articulate in all situations. Experience in professional writing or field related to writing and graphic design required. Must be able to work and cooperate on all levels as a team member.

COMPUTER/TECHNICAL SKILLS

Must be knowledgeable regarding databases and spreadsheets and have excellent mathematical skills and ability to interpret specifications. Must be highly creative, detail oriented, accurate, organized, analytical, flexible and able to meet deadlines. Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud preferred. Photography/videography knowledge is a plus. Must be willing to learn new technology.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Regularly required to stand and walk. Regularly required to sit for periods of time at a computer terminal. Occasionally required to reach with hands/arms, stoop, kneel or crawl. Vision abilities include close vision, color vision, and ability to focus. Frequently required to speak and hear. Must be able to carry up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform key job elements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Challenging and fast paced agency in multiple locations that employs an integration of legally blind, visually impaired, hearing impaired, and sighted people of a diverse and multi-cultured background. Some travel may be required as needed. Must be available for evening or weekend agency related functions as needed.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Associates Degree required / Bachelor Degree preferred in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Marketing or related field.  Minimum of two years’ professional experience in graphic design, public relations or marketing.

CABVI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data or any other legally protected status.

Interested candidates please send completed resumes and applications to: CABVI 507 Kent Street Utica, NY 13501

Attention: Julie Byrne

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IT Network Technician

CABVI is seeking an IT Network Technician to install, support, and troubleshoot networks, workstations, and other systems in use by the agency while maintaining the best possible reliability, security, and protection of agency data.

 KEY JOB ELEMENTS 

Server and Workstation troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance.

Assist in systems implementation.

Install and maintain software and its associated updates approved by department head.

Maintain documentation on systems, networks and other technologies in use by CABVI.

Ensure that servers provided are reliable to users and end devices.

Effectively troubleshoot issues such as connectivity, performance, and reliability to ensure the proper configuration.

Ensure physical installation and configuration of new network hardware, which may include switches, routers, servers, storage, wireless devices, etc.

Assist in applying updates and performing maintenance on network equipment.

Occasionally assist with adaptive technology needs.

Assist in maintenance of agency infrastructure.

Stay up to date with new technologies.

Adapts to change and completes other duties as assigned by supervisor.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Must have ability to read, analyze, and interpret general periodicals, professional journals, and technical procedures.  Must be able to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Must have good interpersonal skills.

COMPUTER/TECHNICAL SKILLS

Must have expertise with all hardware and software being utilized by members of the agency.  VPN, wiring topologies + standards and security best practices.  Proven ability to work with Operating Systems technologies, Network technologies, and Hardware technologies.  Must remain current in fields of networking.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

50% of job requires sitting and using hands at computer terminal.  50% of job requires handling equipment.  Frequently required to speak and listen.  Occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and stoop or kneel.  Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform key job elements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

In-house position with some travel.  Noise level is moderate to loud.  Must be available for weekend and or evening work dependent upon emergencies or planned projects and or maintenance.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems or related field preferred.  Minimum of a two year technical degree with three plus years relevant work experience.  IT specific certifications a plus.

CABVI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data or any other legally protected status.

Interested candidates please send completed resumes and applications to: CABVI 507 Kent Street Utica, NY 13501

Attention: Julie Byrne

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Customer Service Support Representative

CABVI is seeking a temporary part-time or full-time Customer Service Support Representative to perform inbound and outbound support and service functions for targeted markets, customers, programs, and sales opportunities as assigned.

KEY JOB ELEMENTS

Answer inbound calls from callers to provide support and information based upon their inquiries

Conduct outbound calls to obtain/verify information and when applicable, promote additional sales, schedule appointments and assist with any questions. Update account file as needed.

Prioritize workload to continuously meet and maintain established schedules.

Prioritize and seamlessly transition between inbound and outbound call taking for all assigned campaigns.

Ensure accuracy and validity of customer records that are created or maintained in customer relationship manager or office document.

Keep management informed by submitting activity and results reports, such as daily call reports.

Effectively communicate information to external customers.

Assist on additional customer service contracts as needed.

Ensure adherence to defined policies and procedures.

Adapts to change and completes other duties as assigned by manager.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Must have excellent listening skills and the ability to effectively communicate with employees, vendors, customers, and outside agencies. Must be able to obtain and present information and write accurate reports.

COMPUTER/TECHNICAL SKILLS

Must have excellent telephone, typing and data entry skills.  Must be knowledgeable of Microsoft Word, Excel, and database software. Must be willing to adjust to changing technology.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

80% of job requires sitting and performing clerical duties.  Routinely required to stand, walk, talk, and hear.  Frequently required to reach with hand and arms.  Occasionally required to stoop or kneel.  May occasionally lift or move up to 10 pounds.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the key job elements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

No travel.  Occasionally exposed to mechanical parts.  Noise level is moderate to high.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Minimum of High School diploma or GED required.  Minimum of one-year experience in customer service and/or call center industry.  Computer competency required.

CABVI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data or any other legally protected status.

Interested candidates please send completed resumes and applications to: CABVI 507 Kent Street Utica, NY 13501

Attention: Julie Byrne

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Director of Plant Operations

CABVI is seeking a Director of Plant Operations to direct the supervision of physical plant operations. This includes all buildings and grounds, utilities, energy management systems, safety systems/program, and security system/programs in order to provide a safe, healthy, and comfortable environment for CABVI staff. The individual in this position will be responsible for the scheduling and supervision of maintenance and repair activities, contracted services, custodial services, fleet management, and insuring the physical operation for CABVI to meet budgetary and strategic objectives.

KEY JOB ELEMENTS

Directs the supervision of departmental employees; responsible for hiring, completing performance evaluations, setting goals, scheduling, and approval of all disciplinary actions. Ensure staff receives training related to specific job tasks and responsibilities.

Direct, schedule, and oversee external contractors (electricians, excavators, roofers, painters, landscapers, etc.).

Responsible for safety, security, electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning and ventilation services for all CABVI buildings.

Develop and monitor department budget; orders equipment and supplies and monitors inventory; makes requests for capital outlay expenditures as needed.

Responsible for facility security and safety to protect CABVI against theft, fire, and vandalism, as well as ensuring the safety of personnel and visitors while on or about the organization’s premises.

Also responsible for adhering to OSHA safety standards and meeting physical ADA compliance standards. Is a member of our Corporate Risk Management Committee.

Oversee site and building projects performed by outside contractors

Evaluate the need for and arranges physical plant training sessions (OSHS, SDS, CDL licensing, and other job-related training).

Oversee fleet vehicles maintenance activities; works with authorized dealers, contractors, vendors to secure equipment and vehicles; maintains warrantee, licenses, and registrations for all vehicles.

Contribute to future planning by evaluating and projecting future facility needs and proposing options to achieve them. Develops, implements, and supervises preventative maintenance and renovation programs for buildings, grounds, mechanical and electrical, utility, and safety and security systems.

Support employee events and activities, as needed

Support the Base Supply Store operations, as needed

Maintain Production Equipment for Central Industries

Participate in ISO audits, as required.

Oversee and run the safety committee, including regular meetings and audits.

Adapt to change and completes other duties as assigned by supervisor.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for directing the daily supervision and training of Facilities Department staff.  Strong leadership and team building capabilities with solid decision-making skills.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Strong listening skills; calculates the impact of one’s communication to get desired responses or actions; manage conflict-works toward consensus. Must be able to effectively communicate during difficult situations. Excellent oral and written communication skills including active listening skills. Strong employee engagement and interpersonal skills. Must interact with professionalism with contractors, vendors, and all internal departments and staff.

COMPUTER/TECHNICAL SKILLS

Knowledge of computer skills such as Microsoft Word or Outlook; must be able to use and maintain database. Must have the ability to learn and utilize Facilities Dude internal ticket and reporting program. Must embrace new technological additions from accounting, payroll, and information technology. Proficient in OSHA, safety mandates, human resources policy requirements, and mandated professional certifications. Must be knowledgeable with various HVAC systems, gas fired boilers, Geo Thermal Systems.

PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS

Regularly required to stand and walk. Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel or crawl. Occasionally may lift up to 50 lbs.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the key job elements. Regularly engaged in conversations with employees and will be constantly interrupted with a litany of topics and issues that requires social interaction at a high level. Must embrace the agency open door policy.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Challenging and fast-paced agency in multiple locations that employs an integration of legally blind, visually impaired, hearing impaired, and sighted people of a diverse and multi-cultured background. In house position with regular travel to satellite manufacturing in Utica and Syracuse, as well as BSC operations in other states. Noise level is moderate to loud.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering is preferred, or job related experience with International Facility Management Association (IFMA) Certification or experience commensurate to that acquired through 8-10 years qualifying experience. Proven ability to mentor and train supervisory staff required.

CABVI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data or any other legally protected status.

Interested candidates please send completed resumes and applications to: CABVI 507 Kent Street Utica, NY 13501

Attention: Julie Byrne

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Business Office Clerk

CABVI is seeking a Business Office Clerk to assist in all areas between the Base Supply Center Department and the Business Office including, but not limited to: invoices, customer service, and pricing updates. This position will also assist the accounts payable department with multiple tasks including filing, mail, coding and entering invoices for payment.

KEY JOB ELEMENTS

Run the Base Supply Centers’ receiver information reports daily.

Print the Base Supply Centers’ invoices received by email daily and open all invoices received by mail.

Check each invoice against the proper forms to verify correct receipt of products, quantities and costs, and make corrections as necessary.

Review all Base Supply Centers invoices to ensure they are accurate and code them with the appropriate general ledger account to enter into the AP module in Macola.

Receive and review other accounting documents (credit memos and returns) for the Base Supply Centers.  Enter into the A/P module in Macola.

File A/P checks & backup.

Code, enter and pay FedEx invoices by American Express.

Code and enter freight charges, statements from Essendant and bank loans for payment.

Assist with entering invoices with purchase orders on them.

Adapt to change and complete all other duties as assigned by supervisor.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Must have excellent listening skills and the ability to effectively respond to inquiries.  Must be able to accurately take messages and complete all required documentation.  Must be able to clearly and calmly articulate during stressful situations.

COMPUTER/TECHNICAL SKILLS

Must be able to perform computer tasks and typing duties as assigned.  Should be knowledgeable in Microsoft Word and Excel.  Ability to learn CounterPoint, RedCheetah and Macola software. Must be willing to learn new technology.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

90% of job requires sitting.  Routinely required to talk and hear.  Occasionally required to stand and walk.  Frequently required to reach with hands and arms.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform key job elements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

In-house position / no travel required.

 EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Associates degree in Accounting or related field preferred. Accounting or accounts payable experience required.

CABVI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data or any other legally protected status.

  Interested candidates please send completed resumes and applications to: CABVI 507 Kent Street Utica, NY 13501

Attention: Julie Byrne

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Assistant Grant Writer

CABVI is seeking a part-time Assistant Grant Writer to identify and conduct research, preparation, and submission of grant proposals to local, state, federal and private funders.  This position will also manage the grant development and proposal process and foster professional working relationships with private and public funder contacts and monitors as a representative of CABVI.

 KEY JOB ELEMENTS

Conduct prospect research to identify new funding opportunities that align with CABVI’s mission, initiatives, and programs. Review grant application guidelines to determine if the opportunity is a good fit for CABVI and inform management of research activity.

In cooperation with VP of Development & Communication, write grants for federal and state government agencies, public/private foundations, and other funding sources where applicable.

Monitor and track submitted, pending and on-going proposals. Interact with funding organizations regarding status of grant applications.

Maintain complete records of past and current proposals.

Build positive relationships with existing and potential funding sources.

Comply with all grant reporting as required by governmental agencies and grant donors.

Adapts to change and completes other duties as assigned.

COMPUTER/TECHNICAL SKILLS

Must be proficient in Word, Excel, and calendaring software. Must have excellent data entry skills and experience with databases, spreadsheets and word processing software. Must be willing to learn new technology. Must have excellent attention to details.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Regularly required to stand and walk. Regularly required to sit for periods of time at a computer terminal. Occasionally required to reach with hands/arms, stoop, kneel or crawl. Vision abilities include close vision, color vision, and ability to focus. Frequently required to speak and hear. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform key job elements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

In house position with occasional travel. Noise level is moderate.  Must be available for evening or weekend agency related functions that may be outside of the agency.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s Degree in communications, English, professional writing or a similar major. Must have a minimum of five years’ experience in grant writing. Experience with Electronic Handbooks preferred. Bilingual preferred but not required

CABVI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data or any other legally protected status.

  Interested candidates please send completed resumes and applications to: CABVI 507 Kent Street Utica, NY 13501

Attention: Julie Byrne

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NYS Senator Joseph A. Griffo Designated CABVI Champion

The Central Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CABVI) presented the inaugural CABVI Champion Award today to New York State Senator Joseph A. Griffo. CABVI’s Public Policy Team chose Senator Griffo for his persistent work and dedication to CABVI’s mission, along with the fulfillment of the CABVI Champion criteria.

CABVI Champions are New York State legislators “who support opportunities for economic and personal independence for people who are blind,” said James B. Turnbull, IV, Chairman of CABVI’s Board of Directors. “CABVI Champions are elected policymakers who have demonstrated support of nonprofit agencies serving people who are blind, in their district, through legislative actions.”

Added Edward P. Welsh, CABVI President & CEO, “Senator Griffo is dedicated to our common mission – to assist people who are blind or visually impaired achieve their highest levels of independence, going back to his days in the Oneida County Legislature.

A CABVI Champion must achieve four criteria:

Meet with a nonprofit agency representative that serves people with vision loss in their district or Albany offices.

Visit one of several nonprofit agencies in New York that employ people who are blind and producing products or providing services to state government customers.

Through their offices, purchase products sold by agencies that employ people who are blind.

Supported employment opportunities for people who are blind through one of the following “on the record” communications.

Letter of support

Press conference statement

Statement of support via social media

Statement of support in the Legislative Record

Introduction of the New York State Preferred Source Program to a state agency

Sponsorship of legislation supporting the New York State Preferred Source Program

“I am honored to receive the CABVI Champion Award. CABVI provides important resources and services to people who are blind or visually impaired and does important and exceptional work for the good of so many across our region and beyond,” said Sen. Griffo.

The CABVI Champion Award focuses on the Senator’s actions beginning with his election to the NYS Senate in 2008 including:

Financial assistance to CABVI’s Kent Street location for upgrades, and the construction of the Vision Health and Wellness Center at 408 Elizabeth St., Utica.

In October 2008, the New York Vision Rehabilitation Association, a statewide group of agencies like CABVI, recognized the senator’s support of people who are blind or visually impaired, during an event in Albany.

In 2011, the senator organized leaders in the state senate and assembly, from across central New York, as a show of solidarity promoting the employment of people who are blind.

Sponsored resolutions in the senate recognizing CABVI at its 85th anniversary in 2014, and upon the retirement of Rudy D’Amcio as CABVI President & CEO two years ago.

Senator Griffo hosted CABVI’s signature fundraising event, Dark Dining, in 2011 and 2012.

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Customer Service Lead

CABVI is seeking a CI Customer Service Lead to provide customer service administrative support to all sales and manufacturing departments of CI. This position will be responsible for directing all interactions with the agency’s customers to ensure effective and prompt customer service.  This position will also assist with team oversight in absence of the Director of Customer Service.

KEY JOB ELEMENTS

Responsible for assisting the Director of Customer Service with customer service related matters and to serve as primary point of contact during absences and vacation.

Processes state and federal sales orders, including any necessary shipping documents in a highly accurate and timely manner, which are needed for the preparation of the bill of ladings and packing slip by warehouse personnel for shipping and invoices by the business office.

Showcase good leadership skills with effective and efficient communication to the Customer Service Representatives

Support and assist customer service team members with customer research and problem resolution.

Support the Director of Customer Service in the training of new hires and/or team members as well as continuing education training. Assist to motivate and develop the Customer Service team to achieve departmental and organizational goals.

Create, update, and maintain customer service and sales work procedures, including sales order processing, monthly sales reports & SOP’s. Implement work procedures that will enhance the organization and departmental service delivery, operating procedures and standards

Work with the sales department and related team members to stay updated on product knowledge needed for accurate assistance to customers.

Give constant direction to team members to ensure that all customer inquiries are rightfully attended to on time and in the best way possible to give them satisfaction.

Create better modes of operations to make customer service easier for both team members and customers, support process improvements.

Step in to provide real-time support for handling customer interactions and attend to customers that are proving difficult to team members and resolve their complaints.

Delegate different customer service duties to team members to ensure a faster and smoother flow of operation through division of labor.

Communicate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders in a professional manner when additional information is needed or coordinating various functions, ensuring timely processing.

Maintain detailed policy documentation and updates customer information as necessary.

Provide support to local commercial customers, which include processing of sales orders and providing information about products & delivery.

Cross train to provide back-up support to the customer service team for various assignments and duties, which includes obtaining proof of deliveries from transportation companies as requested for customers, call campaigns and customer service on contracts.

Maintain accurate filing of completed sales documents in a timely manner, which are needed for various applications including problem solving.

Greet and direct visitors as back-up point of contact for CI Customer Service.

Ensure adherence to defined policies and procedures.

Adapts to change and completes other duties as assigned by manager.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Must have excellent listening skills and the ability to effectively communicate with employees, vendors, customers, and outside agencies. Must be able to obtain and present information and write accurate reports. Able to work independently, but also functions well with direct supervision, and within a team.

 COMPUTER/TECHNICAL SKILLS

Must have excellent telephone, typing and data entry skills.  Computer competency required. Must be knowledgeable of Microsoft Word, Excel, and database software. Must be willing to adjust to changing technology.

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS

80% of job requires sitting and performing clerical duties.  Routinely required to stand, walk, talk, and hear.  Frequently required to reach with hand and arms.  Occasionally required to stoop or kneel.  May occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the key job elements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

No travel. Occasionally exposed to mechanical parts. Noise level is moderate to high.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Associates degree or equivalent education with at least two years of customer service experience.  Knowledge of the AbilityOne and NYSPSP program a plus.

CABVI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data or any other legally protected status.

Interested candidates please send completed resumes and applications to: CABVI 507 Kent Street Utica, NY 13501

Attention: Julie Byrne

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Orientation and Mobility Specialist

CABVI is seeking an Orientation and Mobility Specialist to teach safe and effective orientation and mobility skills which enable consumers who are blind and visually impaired to achieve their highest level of functioning. 

KEY JOB ELEMENTS:

Effectively teaches orientation and mobility in a timely manner including: indoor mobility, cane skills, outdoor travel, self-protective techniques and sighted guide. Instruction also includes body and environmental concepts and low vision related services.

Conducts comprehensive orientation and mobility evaluations and assessments; develops and implements personalized lesson plans.

Completes all required documentation in a timely manner.

Develops weekly schedules to achieve hourly expectations with a cost effective approach.

Consults, refers and networks with primary care givers, CBVH/VESID personnel, associated professionals and CABVI staff.

Conducts community presentations and represents CABVI at meetings as assigned by supervisor.

Conducts programs and assist staff with the Adaptive Sports and Recreation Program including Camp Abilities.

Provide follow-up at campers school districts as it relates to adaptive physical education.

Adapts to change and completes other duties as assigned.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

Must have ability to effectively present information, and respond to questions from consumers, professionals and the general public.  Must have ability to give explicit visual cues according to the consumer’s visual status and develop the consumer’s confidence.  Requires excellent listening skills.

COMPUTER/TECHNICAL SKILLS:

General computer knowledge helpful.  Must be knowledgeable in Grade 1 Braille, map development and reading, orthopedic prosthetic and cane techniques.  Must have excellent knowledge regarding adaptive equipment and low vision aids.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Frequently required to talk or hear.  Must have stamina for indoor/outdoor travel training.  Occasionally must lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform key job elements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Extensive travel required.  Instruction may occur in a variety of environments including consumer’s home or school, CABVI, or the community.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in Orientation and Mobility Teaching from accredited college or university; AER certified preferred and/or AER certifiable.  Experience preferred.  Must meet CBVH contractual personnel standards.

CABVI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data or any other legally protected status.

Interested candidates please send completed resumes and applications to: CABVI 507 Kent Street Utica, NY 13501

Attention: Julie Byrne

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Driver/Warehouse Worker

CABVI is seeking a Driver/Warehouse Worker to maintain smooth and accurate flow of materials from receipt, to transfer, to storage and shipping.

KEY JOB ELEMENTS

Accurately selects orders from inventory, completes appropriate paperwork legibly and correctly.

Prepares finished product for shipping by applying appropriate labels as needed and shrink wrapping pallets.

Selects and packages small parcel orders. Processing of UPS and Federal Express orders as needed.

Minimizes damaged product. Repacks / re boxes as necessary.

Delivers and records transfer of product between all CABVI locations on the appropriate documents.

Completes in an accurate and legible manner all required paperwork such as transfer sheets, DOT Logs. Completes daily inspection reports and turns into supervisor.

Safely handles company equipment and materials.

Loads and unloads trucks using forklifts and pallet jacks.

Calls all safety concerns to the attention of immediate supervisor/manager

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Must have good listening skills and ability to effectively communicate. Must be able to work well with others and be a team player.

COMPUTER/TECHNICAL SKILLS

Must be able to use barcode scanning system.  Must be able to run small parcel computerized system. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to repetitively lift, sort and stack cartons weighing up to 50 lbs.  Ability to travel at least 50% of the time.  Good vision necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the key job elements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Driving 100% of the time. Unheated warehouse / office environment

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Must have a valid CDL A/ B with passenger endorsement.  Clean driving history required.  Ability to become certified on all company forklifts and operates in a safe and responsible manner.  High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

CABVI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data or any other legally protected status.

Interested candidates please send completed resumes and applications to: CABVI 507 Kent Street Utica, NY 13501

Attention: Julie Byrne

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Rehabilitation Manager

CABVI is seeking a Rehabilitation Manager for our Watertown area location.  This position will be responsible for managing all services provided in CABVI’s Northern NY Community, including Lewis, Jefferson and St. Lawrence Counties. This position will maintain an active and growing presence in the Watertown Community as well as manage all services provided on CABVI’s Western Region, including Syracuse and Onondaga County. 

KEY JOB ELEMENTS

VR, County programs, school contracts and other new opportunities for funding. Provides specialized rehabilitation teaching and/or orientation and mobility services to adults and children who are blind and visually impaired, enabling them to achieve their highest level of functioning.

Markets agency programs and services; maintains a presence in the local rehabilitation and medical community. Partners with NYSCB, other blindness agencies and the VA to ensure consumers receive the needed services. Works closely with the PR/Rehab Committee to ensure marketing and programs are promoted as needed. Reaches out to school districts and parents in the region to expand our school contracts.

Works as the primary provider of rehabilitation teaching, orientation and mobility services to both adults and children in the regions. Works with the Director of Rehab Clinical Services to access additional rehabilitation programs as needed or additional staffing to meet service demands.

Works with the VP of Rehabilitation to develop short term CABVI Utica residential options for consumers who need comprehensive service engagement. This would include developing programs enabling CABVI to become a VA choice for rehabilitation.

Develops and manages a system to secure and track referrals. Analyzes opportunities for added services and or new sources for referrals. Works closely with CABVI’s Outreach and Service Promotion Coordinator conducting independent outreach initiatives, while being respectful of the history of blindness rehabilitation in the regions.

Conducts comprehensive rehabilitation teaching and orientation and mobility evaluations and assessments, and develops and implements personalized lesson plans. Works closely with CABVI’s Children’s Services Manager to ensure quality of service is maintained and contract obligations fulfilled.

Provides direct rehabilitation teaching instruction to adults and children, including personal life management, communication, home management, and leisure activities.

Effectively teaches orientation and mobility to adults and children including: indoor mobility, cane skills, outdoor travel, self-protective techniques and sighted guide. Instruction also includes body and environmental concepts.

Supervise part time office staff and or volunteers in the Watertown office. Maintains a clear understanding of adaptive equipment and low vision aides both for instruction with adults and in training/supervising the Watertown office staff. Works with CABVI’s Technology Manager to ensure technology needs of all consumers are met. Markets CCTV and other equipment for retail purchase.

Assists in the development and implementation of local Adaptive Sports and Recreational Programs for children and adults.

Assists in the recruitment of children specific programming, including camps, pre-vocational and vocational programs. Throughout the rehab department, provides help with staffing programs as needed

Completes all required documentation in a timely manner.

Maintains awareness of current academic material and research. Continues professional development in rehabilitation field.

Adapts to change and completes other duties as assigned.

Consistently achieves annual performance objectives.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Must have ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from consumers, professionals and the general public.  Must be able to write effective plans, reports and correspondence.  Must have ability to provide visual cues according to consumer’s visual status.  Must have excellent listening skills and the ability to develop confidence and self-esteem.

COMPUTER/TECHNICAL SKILLS

Must possess basic computer skills and grade I and grade II Braille skills. Must be knowledgeable and remain current with low vision aids and adaptive equipment. Must be knowledgeable in map development and reading, orthopedic prosthetic and cane technique. Must be willing to learn new technology.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Frequently required to talk, hear, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneel.  Occasionally must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.   Position requires stamina for indoor/outdoor training. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the key job elements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Extensive travel required.  Instruction may occur in a variety of environments including consumer’s home or school, CABVI, or the community.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Master’s degree in vision rehabilitation therapy or orientation and mobility plus three years’ experience in provision of direct service. Supervisory experience preferred. Bachelor’s Degree in field of Human Services.  ACVREP CVRT and/or COMS certification required.  Must meet Commission for the Blind and Visually Handicapped, Dept. of Special Education, and Dept. of Health personnel standards. Experience with adaptive sports and recreation and children’s recreational programming a plus.

CABVI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data or any other legally protected status.

  Interested candidates please send completed resumes and applications to: CABVI 507 Kent Street Utica, NY 13501

Attention: Julie Byrne

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Product Manager

CABVI is seeking a Product Manager to develop, plan and organize the product line from concept through product cycle to include, but not limited to: product specifications, pricing, labor, marketing, sales, deletion and addition to achieve maximized job creation and profitability.

KEY JOB ELEMENTS

Determine customer needs and desired products/product specifications to obtain product line growth and market share.

Bring new products to market by analyzing value added labor opportunities, product material costs, anticipated  customer sales channels and volumes, competitive pricing.

Develop applicable documents for product addition, price changes, product changes, etc. for Preferred Source and AbilityOne set-aside programs.

Closely interacts with various departments to quickly resolve product issues.

Act as internal product expert to address any technical product support needed.

Conduct internal product implementation meetings and product training.

Work with appropriate personnel both internal and external to develop product marketing strategies and sales efforts, including making sales calls to current and potential customers with or without associated sales staff including – NYSPSP, NIB, vendor partners and CABVI members.

Provide short term and long term product line development plans to senior management.

Conduct annual product evaluations and provide recommendations for product/packaging changes, product elimination, etc.

Ensure all products within product line fulfills ISO standards and policies.

Adapt to change and completes other duties as assigned by supervisor.

COMPUTER/TECHNICAL SKILLS

Must be knowledgeable regarding databases and spreadsheets and have excellent mathematical skills and ability to interpret specifications.  Must understand laws and regulations of state and federal agencies including JWOD and state use programs.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Must be able to get along well and build relationships with a variety of personality types in a variety of positions. Must be skillful in presenting information and responding to questions from a wide variety of constituencies including vendors and customers.  Must write effective objectives, proposals, plans, reports and general correspondence.  Must have excellent listening skills and the ability to clearly articulate in all situations. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Regularly required to stand and walk.  Regularly required to sit for periods of time at computer terminal.  Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel or crawl.  Vision abilities include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.  Frequently required to speak and hear.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the key job elements.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

B.A. degree or equivalent combination of education and at least two years of related experience.  Computer competency required.

CABVI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data or any other legally protected status.

Interested candidates please send completed resumes and applications to: CABVI 507 Kent Street Utica, NY 13501

Attention: Julie Byrne

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Part-Time Adaptive Sports and Recreation Assistant

CABVI is seeking a part-time/temporary Adaptive Sports and Recreation Assistant to provide support to the Rehabilitation Department Adaptive Sports and Recreation team members.

KEY JOB ELEMENTS

Work with ASR/Rehab Staff to support and instruct both adults and children involved in programming.

Research and seek out adaptations for those with visual impairments to participate in a variety of sports and recreation, seeks out opportunities not previously offered.

Develop and conduct personal training and functional fitness sessions to improve consumer performance and to reduce sport injuries; focus on strength, coordination, flexibility, endurance.

Perform follow up with children who attended Camp Abilities; works with families, school districts and community groups to ensure skills acquired at camp are transitioned to other sports and recreation opportunities.

Work with VP of Rehab to educate others about programs offered completing community presentations, seeking volunteers as needed and coordinating volunteer needs with the Director of Community Relations.

Involved in consumer outreach and recruitment, to secure full program engagement and maximum participation.

Obtain program supplies, develops program specifics, secures mailing lists and works with PR in flyer development to ensure all details are in place for program execution

Adapts to change and completes other duties as assigned by supervisor.

COMPUTER/TECHNICAL SKILLS

General computer skills.  Must have good knowledge regarding adaptive equipment and low vision aids.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Frequently required to speak and hear.  Regularly required to stand and walk.  May require lifting up to 50 pounds.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities perform the key job elements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Extensive travel required.  Instruction may occur in a variety of environments including home or school, CABVI, and the community.  Noise level is moderate.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

College students enrolled in bachelor, master or PHD programs in Physical Therapy, Health Studies, Occupational Therapy, Outdoor Education, Exercise Science or Therapeutic Recreation preferred. Other degree programs considered based on experience with individuals with visual impairment. All candidates must have experience in blindness rehabilitation.   Candidates also considered based upon knowledge, experience and expertise in recreational program offered.

CABVI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data or any other legally protected status.

Interested candidates please send completed resumes and applications to: CABVI 507 Kent Street Utica, NY 13501

Attention: Julie Byrne

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