State Senator Gustavo Rivera’s June 2018 Employment Bulletin June 18, 2018
Hello Friends and Colleagues!
We are thrilled to provide you with the latest job openings, trainings, internships, and funding opportunities! The Employment Bulletin will be sent out regularly again so please let us know if you would like to be added to our email list or if you would like to receive printed copies for your organization or community group. What can State Senator Gustavo Rivera’s office do for you? Send us your resume so that we can give it to the NYS Department of Labor Job Bank or for general employment assistance, such as resume workshops or career training opportunities. Let us know what opportunities or resources you are looking for so we can help you find them! In this Bulletin: 1. CUNY Bronx Career Fair this Wednesday, June 20,2018 2. Job Fair and Preparation Class by VIP Community Services 3. NYU Langone Health Veteran Career Fair on Wednesday July 11,2018 4. NYC Department of City Administrative Services Monthly Exam Schedule 5. The New York City Administration for Children’s Services is hiring! 6. South Bronx Jobs Corps Academy Job Listings 7. RAIN Home Health Care is Hiring! 8. White Glove Community Care is Hiring! 9. KHCC has Opportunities for You! 10. Multiple Positions with the Jewish Board! 11. City Limits Featured Jobs 12. City and State New York Featured Jobs Trainings, Education & Assistance: 13. Three Free Auto Industry Career Training Courses in the Bronx 14. My Money Financial Literacy Workshop on June 16, June 23, June 30 15. Apply to Join the Center for Neighborhood Leadership Organizing Academy! Deadline June 22, 2018 16. West Farms Workforce1 Center’s Web Development Pre-training 17. New York Public Library Career Services Internships and Youth Opportunities: 18. Public Health Solutions Internships 19.Young Adult Internship Program by SCAN New York: Apply by August 6, 2018 20. NYC Health Department HRTP: A Public Health Internship Program 21. Paid Internship: Out-Of-School Youth Info Session on Tuesday, June 19,2018 For Employers, Business Owners, & Entrepreneurs: 22. Funding Opportunity for Research on Maternal Nutrition and Pre-Pregnancy Obesity 23. Small Grants for New Investigators to Promote Diversity in Health-Related Research 24. Women’s Fund to Advance Women’s Role in the Performing Arts 25. New York State Offers Food Waste Grants 26. Military Spouse Scholarships: Deadline June 30, 2018 1. CUNY Bronx Career Fair this Wednesday, June 20! Career fairs can be intense. You'll be elbow to elbow with fellow job seekers, rattling off your elevator pitch a dozen times in a row, and competing for the attention of exhausted booth operators—and all with absolutely no guarantee of success. Join Frank Siano prior to the fair to learn the tips and trick to successfully making the most of the event. When: June 20, 2018 from 1:00pm - 4:00pm Arrive Early: 11am C-391 Vault.com presentation Where: Hostos Community College 450 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY 10451 Atrium, Bridge & Gym Register online: https://goo.gl/forms/K3O5tqIZJUETMDkQ2 ● Bring a minimum of 30 copies of your error free resume ● Practice your elevator pitch! ● Bring your CUNY student/alumni ID Card ● Don't forget to Smile! For information about the CUNY Bronx Career Fair, please check this website. 2. Save the Date! Job Fair by VIP Community Services State Senator Gustavo Rivera is proud to be one of the sponsors for this Job Fair & Preparation Class. Get Ready for Job Fair Preparation Class From VIP Community Services Learn Resume Writing, mock interviews, and dress for success. Date: Wednesday, August 29th, 2018 Time: 10am-1pm Location: 1910 Arthur Ave; 4th floor, Bronx, New York, 10457 VIP Community Services Job Fair Date: Friday, September 7th, 2018 Time: 10am-2pm Location: 176th St. Bronx, NY, 10460 (adjacent to 1870 Crotona Ave.) Refreshments will be served. To receive a flyer and more information, please contact Donnette Duncan at 718-731-3500, Ext.7925 To see more information about VIP Community Services, please visit this website. 3. NYU Langone Health Veteran Career Fair NYU Langone Health is eager to add top veteran talent to our team. Attend our upcoming career fair to learn more about how you can apply your years of specialized training to an organization that shares your vision. Please register via the attached link below, and apply to some of the available positions that you qualify for. When: Wednesday, July 11 3pm-7pm Where: Alumni Hall/1st Fl/Farkas Auditorium 550 First Ave, New York, N.Y. We have positions at the following facilities: NYU Langone Tisch & Kimmel NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital NYU Langone Brooklyn For more information, visit: http://jobs.nyulangone.org/events/ 4. NYC Department of City Administrative Services Monthly Exam Schedule As the City is ever growing, there are many open positions across various agencies, including at DCAS. Many require civil service exams, which you can apply for online. Go to the DCAS Online Application System (OASys) at www.nyc.gov/examsforjobs and follow the onscreen application instructions for electronically submitting your application and payment, and completing any required forms. If you do not have access to a computer, visit one of our Computer-based Testing & Applications Centers (CTACs) to use our computers to submit your application (see below). CTAC Locations: 2 Lafayette St., 17th Floor, Manhattan, NY and 210 Joralemon St., 4th Floor, Brooklyn. Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday through Saturday, unless otherwise noted. For additional information about the current monthly exam schedule, job descriptions for those positions, or assistance, please contact Rachel Ferrari at ferrari@nysenate.gov. To learn more about DCAS and the civil service process visit www.nyc.gov/dcas. 5. The New York City Administration for Children’s Services is hiring! The New York City Administration for Children’s Services is looking for compassionate enthusiastic individuals who are committed to working with young people and interested in helping turn the lives of at-risk youth around. Working as a Youth Specialist, you will have the opportunity to serve as a role model, mentor, guide, provide supervision, engage at risk youth, and much more! To apply: Please visit this website nyc.gov/yds for more information and to apply. 6. South Bronx Jobs Corps Academy Job Listings At South Bronx Job Corps Center, we support the Job Corps program’s mission to teach eligible young people the skills they need to become employable and independent and place them in meaningful jobs or further education. South Bronx Corps Academy are hiring for the following vacant positions: Academic Instructor (Full Time Position) ● Minimum qualifications: certified to teach in NY State ● Salary: 55-56,000 (Annually) On- Call Instructor (Substitute Instructor) ● Minimum qualifications: certified to teach in NY State ● Salary: $25.00 ( Hourly) Computer Technician:/Network+ Instructor ( Full-Time Position) ● Minimum qualifications: certified to teach in NY State ● Salary: 45-46,000 (Annually) Safety & Security Officer (Full- Time Position) ● Minimum qualifications: One Year security or law enforcement, or successful military experience , or successful military experience. Preferred high school diploma, or equivalent. Valid driver's licence, and good driving record. Must have valid security license. ● Salary: $13.00 (Hourly) Security Manager ( Full- Time) ● Minimum qualifications: One year security or law enforcement experience, or successful military experience preferred. Valid Driver’s license and good driving record. Bachelor’s Degree in criminal justice or related field; or a combination of education and experience/ Three years of security or law enforcement experience, one of which was in supervisory capacity. ● Salary: $62- 65,000 (Annually) Residential Advisor ( On Call) ● Minimum qualifications: High school diploma, or high school equivalency. ● Salary: $13.00 (Hourly) Recreation Specialist (Part-Time) ● Minimum qualifications: High school diploma, or high school equivalency. ● Salary: $13.00 (Hourly) Administrative Assistant (Full-Time) ● Minimum qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. 2 to 3 years’ experience as an administrative assistant or office manager. ● Salary: $14.00 (Hourly) To Apply: To submit resume or any questions contact: Diana Caraballo at caraballo.diana@jobcorps.org 7. RAIN Home Health Care is Hiring! WE ARE LOOKING FOR CARING, ENERGETIC, AND COMPASSIONATE HOME HEALTH AIDES TO CARE FOR OUR CLIENTS. Is This You? Are You Looking for Work? We are hiring... Home Health Aides 24 hour assignments available (prior experience required) Must have NYS HHA Certificate Bilingual Preferred Please call the Human Resources Department to arrange an appointment at (718) 829-2131. 8. White Glove Community Care is Hiring! White Glove Community Care is a home care agency licensed by the NYS Department of Health that is currently hiring caring and compassionate people to work with a variety of patients in the local area. White Glove Placement, Inc. also has open positions. HHA Home Health Aide: As a Home Health Aide you will provide personal care services to elderly or disabled patients who are in need of assistance with their activities of daily living and/or other support services. Please call to schedule an interview 718) 828-2666 ext 106 LPN Licensed Practical Nurse: This opportunity for qualified LPN Licensed Practical Nurses to join a trustworthy team at our client nursing home facility is perfect if you are looking for flexible schedule with great pay and benefits while keeping your nursing skills keen. Please call to schedule an interview 718-387-8181, Ext. 202 PCA Personal Care Aide/HHA Home Health Aide: White Glove Community Care is now hiring PCA Personal Care Aide and HHA Home Health Aide for positions in Staten Island, Brooklyn and Queens. Visit our office for an application: HR Office, 861 Park Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11206 Mon-Thurs 9:00am-3:00pm. Please call today to schedule an interview 718-828-2666, Ext. 106. Pediatric Paraprofessional: Seeking caring and compassionate pediatric paraprofessionals to work with school-age children. The selected Pediatric Paraprofessional will be responsible to assist with personal care and monitor the health of students. Please call 718-828-2666 Ext 204 or visit one of the locations to submit an application, or to schedule an interview call 718-828-2666, Ext. 3263 or 718-828-2666, Ext. 106. Private Duty RN / LPNs: Openings for Private Duty RN/LPNs for various cases in homecare setting ranging from adult to pediatrics. Our mission is to provide clinically competent Nurses with the required experience, certification and skill sets to meet Home Care specifications. Send application to White Glove Home Care and please call to schedule an interview 718-828-2666 RN Registered Nurse: Currently hiring RN Registered Nurses to help fill vacancies at our client facilities. This is perfect for RN Registered Nurses looking for flexible schedule with great pay and benefits while keeping your nursing skills keen.Please call to schedule an interview at 718-387-8181 Ext. 202 Nursing Assistant - Long Term Care: Seeking a Certified Nursing Assistants - Long Term Care to fill vacancies in one of our Nursing Homes / Skilled Nursing client facilities.As a Certified Nursing Assistant - Long Term Care, you will provide basic care to patients, as well as assist them in daily activities they might have trouble with on their own. Please call to schedule an interview at 718-387-8181 Ext 803. For full job descriptions with qualifications, benefits, and requirements, please contact Rachel Ferrari by email: ferrari@nysenate.gov. 9. KHCC has Opportunities for You! KHCC provides resources to empower Bronx residents from cradle to career to advance education and well-being for a vibrant community. We achieve this in an environment that fosters academic milestones, literacy, mental health support, nutrition, technology, and the arts. KHCC Skills Fair: Parents, program participants and community members are invited to attend our first skills fair. The fair will feature information for free skills trainings as well as tips for residents interested in small business ownership. There is no cost to attend the event, and training participants will receive a certificate. For more information about the fair, please call 718- 884-0700 ext.129. Apply to be Civic Corps Member: If you are interested in applying,with our Bronx community for the 2018-2019 service year at KHCC, please visit the website to see the job description and requirements under the position community engagements. It an ongoing deadline but you must apply as soon as possible since service starts from September 4, 2018 to July 13, 2019.For more information, please call 718-884-0700 or please call William Littleton at 718-884-0700 Ext.127. To apply, you can mail your cover letter and resume to William Littleton at 3101 Kingsbridge Terrace,Bronx, NY 10463. Join Our KHCC Crew! We are hiring and we have a few job positions open within KHCC’s program teams. If you are interested in joining our staff, please visit our website Current Openings section for a list of open positions and job descriptions. You can also apply online through the website link and in the view information section. For more information, please call 718-884-0700 ext.100 10. Multiple Positions with the Jewish Board! Click the links to find the job description: Part Time Registered Nurse Milieu Counselor – Direct Support Professional Care Management Supervisor (Bronx) Vocational Coordinator Care Coordinator (Bronx) Case Assistant Social Work Supervisor (LCSW Required) Nurse Practitioner Director of Care Management Case Associate/Vocational Specialist Fee for Service Social Worker Psychiatrist Clinical Supervisor Fee for Service Clinician, LMHC Peer Specialist (PT) Behavioral Health Clinician- Early Childhood Entitlement Coordinator Registered Nurse Social Worker Fee for Service Social Worker Social Worker (PROS) If you would like to receive this information via email in order to use the links to apply, please contact Rachel Ferrari at ferrari@nysenate.gov. 11. City Limits Featured Jobs Part Time Bookkeeper and Office Administration, City Limits, New York, NY Senior Web Developer, Center for NYC Neighborhoods, New York, NY Intern - Human Resources, Center for NYC Neighborhoods, New York, NY Program Associate - Sustainability & Resiliency, Center for NYC Neighborhoods, New York, NY Program Associate (CEA) - Sustainability and Resiliency, Center for NYC Neighborhoods, New York, NY Social Media and Outreach Internship, City Limits, New York, NY Marketing & Development Internship, City Limits, New York, NY Mortgage Closing Specialist, Center for NYC Neighborhoods, New York, NY Underwriting Manager, Center for NYC Neighborhoods, New York, NY Director of Administration & Operations, Institute for Children, Poverty, and Homelessness (ICPH), New York, NY Director of Communications and Marketing, Institute for Children, Poverty, and Homelessness (ICPH), New York, NY Program Associate - Homeowner Hub, Center for NYC Neighborhoods, New York, NY Intern, Center for NYC Neighborhoods, New York, NY Intern - Homeowner Services, Center for NYC Neighborhoods, New York, NY 12. City and State New York Featured Jobs Intern - Homeowner Services, Center for NYC Neighborhoods Intern, Center for NYC Neighborhoods Program Associate - Home Owner Hub, Center for NYC Neighborhoods Chief Operating Officer, Stanley M. Isaacs Neighborhood Center Job Developer, Stanley M. Isaacs Neighborhood Center Underwriting Manager, Center for NYC Neighborhoods Mortgage Closing Specialist, Center for NYC Neighborhoods Senior Management Specialist, Real Estate (Various), New York City School Construction Agency (SCA) Program Associate (CEA) - Sustainability and Resiliency, Center for NYC Neighborhoods Data and Operations Analyst, New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission Program Associate - Sustainability & Resiliency, Center for NYC Neighborhoods Intern - Human Resources, Center for NYC Neighborhoods Senior Web Developer, Center for NYC Neighborhoods Construction Inspector, NYC Department of Buildings Associate for Public Policy, New York State Association of Health Care Providers, Inc. (HCP) Director of Government Relations, Planned Parenthood of New York City, Inc. President and CEO, Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce Find More Jobs Openings: http://jobs.cityandstateny.com/ Trainings, Education & Assistance: 13. Three Free Auto Industry Career Training Courses in the Bronx The Consortium for Worker Education (CWE) is a private, non-profit agency that provides a wide array of workforce preparation, industry specific training and employment services to over 70,000 New York City workers annually, including union members, New Americans and dislocated workers. The CWE NYATLAS Initiative is offering three workforce development tracks in partnership with JP Morgan Chase Foundation, CUNY, Dept. of Ed, New Visions for Public Schools, unions and employers. The CWE is providing a no-cost, 60 hour course offered at Bronx Community College focused on entry level Auto and Diesel Technician, a CDL course in partnership with Hostos Community College focused on meeting in demand need, and pre-apprenticeship mechanic's program in partnership with International Association of Machinists and Bronx Community College. Selected candidates will be paid a stipend for their participation. Those completing any of the above tracks will be referred to a variety of industry employers for full time employment and ongoing training opportunities. Participants will receive the following: ● Industry certifications ● Workforce Preparation courses: Resume writing and interview skills and career retention services ● Job Placement services Minimum Track Requirements ● Must be 18 years or older ● HS diploma or Equivalent ● An ability and desire to work with your hands ● Valid Clean Drivers License ● Ability to communicate in English and read and write at or above 9th grade level, perform basic mathematics connected industry ● Must be comfortable standing for extended periods of time, and able to lift 30 pounds ● ** Employment in this field universally requires drug screening** Selected candidates will be paid a stipend for their participation. To Apply: Apply online and can apply to this website. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Contact CWE at 212-647-1900 or John Mcdermott at 212- 558-2277 for more information. 14. My Money Financial Literacy Workshop Join us this summer at the NYJTL Cary Leeds Center for My Money's Financial Literacy Workshop! At the My Money Workshop, you'll learn essential life skills such as budgeting, managing credit cards, and taxes so you can put your money to better use. When: June 16, June 23, June 30 from Noon - 1:00pm Where: NYJTL Cary Leeds Center 1720 Crotona Avenue, Bronx, NY 10457 For more information, please email Ingrid at iramirez@nyjtl.org Please call if you have any questions at 718-247-7420 and please visit this website for more information about the NYJTL Cary Leeds Center. 15. Apply to Join the Center for Neighborhood Leadership Organizing Academy! Deadline June 22, 2018 The Center for Neighborhood Leadership (CNL) is a program of the Association for Neighborhood and Housing Development (ANHD) trains and supports community leaders and increase the capacity of grassroots organizations to win concrete changes for communities. The NYC Organizing Academy is designed for individuals currently doing community organizing work, who are interested in supplemental formal training to expand their skill sets, experiences and networks. CNL is offering a 10 month introductory course where participants can get an overview of community change and organizing. Class will take place from 10:00am to 1:00pm, Two fridays each month starting September 2018 and will run through the end of June. Organizing Academy sessions will take place at 50 Broad Street, Suite 1402, NYC 10004. To Apply to join the Introductory Course, which offers participants an overview of community change and organizing, complete this application. CNL is also offering a 10 month Advanced Organizer class for experienced organizers. It’s an intense course that offers a deep analysis and practice of community organizing. Class will also take place at the same time as the introductory sessions and will be held two fridays each month starting September 2018 and will run through the end of June. Advanced class sessions will also be held in 50 Broad Street, Suite 1402, NYC 10004. To Apply to join the Advanced Course, complete this application. Both of these applications must be done by June 22nd. If you have questions, please contact Director of Organizing & Advocacy, Ericka Stallings, at ericka.s@anhd.org.You can also check out the website at www.cnlnyc.org. If you have any questions, please call The Center for Neighborhood Leadership (CNL) 212-747-1117. 16. West Farms Workforce1 Center’s Web Development Pre-training The Bridge-to-Tech-Pre-Training Program will help you build the foundation skills needed to pursue training in web development.he web development pre-training is for young adults ages 18-24. If you are interested in the Web Development Pre-Training please fill out the following Waiting List Link they will follow up with you: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CZCJPJZ (Also, please encourage candidates that are interested in the Pre-Training who will be graduating with their HSE soon to fill out the link as well) The pre-training will begin in mid-august and the information session starts on July 17th,2018. Both the pre-training and the information session will be held at West Farms Workforce1 Career Center, 901 E Tremont Ave, Bronx, NY 10460. In order to facilitate you moving through the recruitment and selection process, here are some dates below by when you should have completed each step in the process. Information Session Deadline: Attend an information session/go through a Customer Intake Session with the Workforce1 Center (ongoing with last one being August 13th, 2018), Pre-Screening Assessment Deadline: Complete pre-screening Assessment by August 17th, 2018, Secondary Assessment Deadline: Complete Secondary Assessment by August 24, 2018, Pre-work Assignment Deadline: complete Pre-work assignment by August 29, 2018, Notification Schedule Interview Deadline Receive notification from The Knowledge House to schedule an interview slot by August 31, 2018, Official Interview Deadline: Conduct interview with The Knowledge House by September 7th, 2018, Acceptance Notification Deadline: Receive acceptance notification into the program by September 14th 2018, Pre-Training Program Begins: Program officially begins in September 17th,2018. If you have any questions, please call 929-575-4613. You can also contact Adrian Antonio Paling for more information about the program by email: adrian.paling@rws-nyc.com. 17. New York Public Library Career Services The Bronx Library Center has a Career Services Center! Career Services provides free career coaching to job seekers who need resume and cover letter help, interview preparation, college application and essay assistance. We can help you with designing a job search strategy and/or gaining insight on how to craft an effective self-marketing plan. Each session is comprised of a 60 minute meeting with a career coach at the Bronx Library Center on the 5th Floor, Room 506. We are open 7 days a week by appointment, except for Thursdays when we accept walk-ins from 10am - 5:00pm. For more information, call us at (718) 579-4260. Where: 310 E Kingsbridge Rd, Bronx, NY 10458 Phone: (718) 579-4244 Website: www.nypl.org/education/adults/career-employment/blc Bring to Your Appointment: ● Copies of current marketing material in an electronic format (i.e. resumes, cover letters). ● If you need to use a library computer to create a resume, we have free wifi and computers available for use with your library card ● Clearly defined goals and expectations to guide your session ● Prior research on the company and/or industry that you wish to pursue ● List of core-competencies and transferable skills for those seeking a career change ● Prospective companies and industries to focus your coaching session Internships and Youth Opportunities: 18. Public Health Solutions Internships Internships (paid, unpaid, and for credit) may be available at Public Health Solutions for undergraduate and graduate students at an accredited college or university in the United States. Students must have a 2.5 G.P.A if in undergraduate school or a 3.0 if in graduate school. Internships are designed to provide students with work experience and/or relevant experience in their field of study. To Apply: Please click here to complete our survey. Once the survey is complete, we will reach out to you once there is an internship position available according to your field of interest. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. For inquiries about internships, please contact Yipling Ng at YNg@healthsolutions.org. Note: If there is an internship opportunity available, only those applicants who we are interested in will be contacted. 19. Young Adult Internship Program by SCAN New York: Apply by August 6, 2018 SCAN New York is a non-profit youth and family service organization that provides a variety of integrated supports to the highest risk children and families of East Harlem and the South Bronx. With programs as diverse as early childhood education, substance abuse treatment, violence prevention, literacy programs, LGBTQ support, afterschool activities and events, employment skills training, and youth leadership, SCAN’s positive approach builds on individual, family, and group strengths. SCAN New York is providing a year round internship program where applicants with ages 16-24 should apply. Applicants can get Internships with various different industries such as Tourism, Security Companies, Museums, Radio Stations, Retail Stores, Customer Service, Colleges & Universities, Social Service Agencies, and Law Offices. To Apply: Come in and apply at 1377 Jerome Ave on the corner of 170th Street. Take the 4 train to 170th Street. Bring your birth certificate, social security card, photo ID, and proof of address. Applications are accepted first come and first served basis. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications must be submitted before August 6, 2018. This internship work cycle begins August 6, 2018. For more information, please call 718-293-2230. 20. NYC Health Department HRTP: A Public Health Internship Program Goals: To orient students to the principles and practices of public health planning, research, administration and evaluation. To broaden students' concept of public health by increasing their awareness of the needs, challenges and career opportunities in this field. To assist the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene in recruiting skilled, professional candidates with proven potential. During the summer, in addition to direct hands on experience, interns are exposed to a rigorous curriculum of seminars, workshops, and other activities to broaden their understanding of how the agency works to promote the health of New Yorkers. For more information on applying to the HRTP program read “Getting Started: An Instruction Manual for Student Applicants.” HRTP operates in three sessions: Summer Session: June –August ● Full-time: Maximum 35 hours/week ● Part-time: Minimum 20 hours/week Fall Session: September –December Part-time only: Maximum 20 hours/week, minimum of 10 hours/week Winter/Spring: January- May Part-time only: Maximum 20 hours/week, minimum of 10 hours/week * This session is open to local students only. NYC residency required. Application Deadlines ● Summer Term: February 15 ● Fall Term: August 15 ● Spring Term: November 15 Eligibility Criteria: Applicants must be enrolled as a matriculated undergraduate, graduate, or professional student in a degree program at an accredited college or university in the US. Recent graduates are not eligible to apply. Applicants must be in good academic standing (GPA above 3.0) Residency in NYC required for the fall and spring session. NYC residency is NOT required for the summer session. For more information please visit: http://www.nyc.gov/html/doh/html/career/hrtp.shtml For additional information on HRTP, please call 311 or e-mail us at: hrtp@health.nyc.gov 21. Paid Internship: Out-Of-School Youth Info Session Attend an info session to learn about a $650 Biweekly Internship for out-of-school youth. Only ages 17 to 24 and who are highly motivated can apply. When: Tuesday June 19th, 2018 at 12 pm noon Where: 955 Tinton Avenue Bronx, New York 10456 Must look neat, bring pen, and be on time. Please contact Clyde Thompson, Director of Community Affairs & Employment and Training for Southeast Bronx Neighborhood Centers, Inc. for more information at Cthompson@sebnc.org or by phone: Cell: 718 450 5828, Office: 718 542 2728 ext 116. For Employers, Business Owners, Grantseekers, & Entrepreneurs: 22. Funding Opportunity for Research on Maternal Nutrition and Pre-Pregnancy Obesity This This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) encourages applications to improve health outcomes for women, infants and children, by stimulating interdisciplinary research focused on maternal nutrition and pre-pregnancy obesity. Maternal health significantly impacts not only the mother but also the intrauterine environment, and subsequently fetal development and the health of the newborn. PA-18-776 Deadline: Sep 07, 2021 See more at: http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PA-18-776.html ; 23. Small Grants for New Investigators to Promote Diversity in Health-Related Research The purpose of this Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is to provide support for New Investigators from backgrounds nationally underrepresented in biomedical and behavioral research to conduct small research projects in the scientific mission areas of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK). The R21 is intended to support small research projects that can be carried out in a short period of time with limited resources and seeks to facilitate the transition to research independence of New Investigators from backgrounds underrepresented in the biomedical and behavioral sciences. The R21 grant mechanism supports different types of projects including pilot and feasibility studies; secondary analysis of existing data; small, self-contained research projects; development of research methodology; and development of new research technology. Contact: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: NIH OER Webmaster FBOWebmaster@OD.NIH.GOV Deadline: January 7, 2019 See more at: http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-16-064.html 24. Women’s Fund to Advance Women’s Role in the Performing Arts The “Women’s Fund,” a $5 million fund jointly led by the Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment and Alicia Glen, the Deputy Mayor for Housing and Economic Development, will supply grants of up to $50,000 to performing arts projects led by women. To qualify: Organizations that create theater, film, and other media forms must keep at least 75 percent of their production in New York City. The goal of the fund is to advance women’s careers in the arts and promote female voices. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. To apply: Fill out this form on the website. You will be contacted by email and will receive updates. 25. New York State Offers Food Waste Grants The State Department of Environmental Conservation is making available funds to reduce the amount of food waste sent to landfills. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos announced 4 million dollars in grant funding for generators of excess wholesome food and food scraps to expand their capacity to donate wholesome food or divert it to organics recycling facilities. The funding is provided by the State's Environmental Protection Fund (EPF) and is administered by Empire State Development (ESD). To be eligible: Proposed projects must reduce and/or divert wasted food at a New York State business including, but not limited to, supermarkets, restaurants, and hospitals. To apply: For more information about requirements and to apply, please visit this website. Please fill out this form online. If you have questions, please contact New York State Pollution Prevention Institute at 585-475-2512 or by email by nysp2i@rit.edu. You can also fill out this form for inquires or any concern you may have at this website. 26. Military Spouse Scholarships: Deadline June 30, 2018 Military Spouse Scholarships & National Military Family Association NMFA awards an average of $500 for career funding and $1,000 for degrees. Up to $2500 is available for clinical supervision towards licensure in the mental health profession. Spouses are also eligible for funding, typically $1,000, to build their own businesses. This includes entrepreneurs, LLCs, direct sales, franchises, contractors, and other for-profit ventures. Any spouse with a valid military ID is eligible. Applications are open. Apply now through June 30, 2018. To login into your scholarship account click here: https://militaryfamily.scholarships.ngwebsolutions.com/ScholarX_StudentLanding.aspx You are eligible to apply for a spouse scholarship if you: - are a spouse of a member of the seven Uniformed Services with a valid military ID - are married to an active duty, reserve, guard, retired, medically retired, wounded or fallen service member (must be a service-related wound, illness, injury or death that took place after September 11, 2001) - are a dual service military spouse - are a divorced spouse, but ONLY if you receive 20/20/20 benefits - are married when we ask for verification paperwork, usually a month after the applications close Here's who is not eligible: - Surviving spouses who are remarried, unless they are remarried to a service member - Children (Check the Defense Commissary Agency Military Children Scholarships at www.fisherhouse.org) - Spouses of former service members, unless they are retired or medically-retired Visit this link for more information: https://scholarships.militaryfamily.org/offers/nmfa-spouse-scholarship/ We wish you good luck as you pursue career and educational opportunities! Stop by the Office of NYS Senator Gustavo Rivera for assistance and information: 2432 Grand Concourse, 5th Floor, Suite 506 Bronx, NY 10458 Walk-in: Mondays through Thursdays, 12PM to 4PM Call for an appointment or assistance: 718-933-2034