AHRC Announcements

EVOLVE Countdown! 344 Days

AHRC's RIC: Going Live August 1st!

Beginning on August 1, 2011, AHRC will launch the , which will centralize the referral process for all AHRC programs. The RIC will be the starting point of contact for individuals (individuals new to AHRC or already enrolled and seeking additional services) interested in AHRC programs. RIC staff will collect the basic information required to complete a program application. Once an application is complete, the RIC will refer the individual to their program(s) of interest so that an intake assessment can be conducted by program staff.

• The RIC will provide families, professionals, and AHRC staff with:
• One resource for information on AHRC services and supports
• One contact number for all referrals
• Simplified application process: basic information (ex: demographics, service needs, evaluations) will only be asked for and shared between appropriate departments
• Ensure data integrity: making sure that individuals are only entered into the Evolve database once with all relevant information stored in one record that will be available to all appropriate program staff
• Expert knowledge of services available throughout AHRC, not only those one department may be knowledgeable about

Go to the "Evolve Project" tab on our intranet site (http://home.ahrcnyc.org/) and click on the document "POSTED 07.05.2011.RIC Introduction". Questions or concerns? Email evolveTalk@ahrcnyc.org 

2010 AHRC Annual Report Now Available!

The new 2010 AHRC Annual Report, featuring different technologies used throughout the agency, is now available for download on AHRC's website

HERE . If you need further assistance or would like to request extra copies, email Kate.mammolito@ahrcnyc.org or call 212.780.2599.

Pictured: Ruba Kakish (ADS), Laura Dauhajre (Homecare), Karen Von Etheridge (Residential), Massiel Guillermo (Organizational & Employee Development), Joseph O'Keefe (Residential), Ana C. Hernandez (Family & Clinical - Bronx ECDC), Rebecca Brown (Camping & Recreational

AHRC's Camp Anne Trains 70 Employees in CPR and First Aid!

Policy on Equal Employment Opportunities

Equal Employment Opportunity, anti-discrimination and Affirmative Action are a matter of policy at AHRC NYC, and we view the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, anti-discrimination and Affirmative Action as hallmarks to our success as an agency, as well as important elements of our employment process.

At AHRC NYC, we expect the principle of Equal Employment Opportunity to be understood and practiced in every aspect of our business. Prescribed affirmative actions are applied to bring qualified women, people of color/minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities into the hiring and promotional processes of each agency department. Only valid job requirements are imposed.  It is our primary objective to establish a balanced workforce - one reflecting and representative of the communities in which we operate.

This policy on Equal Employment Opportunity extends to all employees and applicants for employment, regardless of sex, race, creed, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, medical condition, genetic information, whether a person is a victim of domestic abuse or veteran status.

Harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion, or discrimination against employees or applicants for employment based upon the above characteristics are considered a violation of AHRC NYC's policy on equal opportunity, as well as any form of retaliation against employees or applicants who file discrimination complaints or assist/participate in complaint investigations, compliance reviews, or hearings or who oppose any act made unlawful by Equal Employment Opportunity, anti-discrimination or Affirmative Action regulations.  Violations of this policy will be addressed in accordance with AHRC NYC's grievance procedures.

The agency's EEO Coordinator is Esta Stein, Associate Director, Human Resources Administration. She manages the Affirmative Action Program and monitors compliance with applicable regulations.  Questions or issues regarding this Policy or the agency's Affirmative Action Program should be directed to the EEO Coordinator.

Invitation to Self Identify

AHRC NYC is a government contractor subject to Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which requires government contractors to take Affirmative Action to employ and advance in employment qualified disabled veterans of the Vietnam era and individuals with disabilities.

If you are a disabled veteran covered by this program, or if you are a person with a disability and would like to be considered under the Affirmative Action programs, please tell us. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to discharge or disciplinary treatment.

Information obtained concerning individuals shall be kept confidential, except that (1) supervisors and managers may be informed regarding restrictions in the work or duties of disabled veterans and individuals with disabilities and regarding reasonable accommodations, and (2) first aid and safety personnel may be informed, when and to the extent appropriate, if the individual's condition might require emergency treatment and (3) government officials investigating compliance with the Acts shall be informed.

If you are an individual with a disability, we would like to include you under our Affirmative Action Program. It would assist us if you tell us about (1) any special methods, skills, and procedures which would assist you in qualifying for any position for which you wish to be considered, and (2) the accommodations which we could make which would enable you to perform the job properly and safely, including special equipment, changes in the physical layout of the job, elimination of certain duties relating to the job, or other accommodations.

Anyone having questions about this Affirmative Action Program may contact the EEO Coordinator, Esta Stein, Associate Director, Human Resources Administration during normal business hours, Monday through Friday.

Congratulations to the Following Staff on their July 2011 Milestones!

• Congratulations to Nakeba Brown on her promotion to Payroll Supervisor in AHRC's Finance Department!  Nakeba joined the Payroll Department in 2002 as a Payroll Clerical Assistant and has quickly advanced in her career. She's consistently embraced new challenges as they arose and made a positive impact on the department! Nakeba is an asset to our agency and those we serve.  
• Congratulations to Celeste Grimes on being promoted to the position of Payroll Coordinator for AHRC's Finance Department!
• Thanks to Anthony Inman, a lifeguard and camp counselor at AHRC's Camp Anne, a camper's life was saved this summer with the use of his CPR skills!
• Congratulations to Lisa Lovell, MSC, who gave birth to a beautiful baby boy, Xavier Alexander Rickets, on July 15! Xavier was born weighing 5 lb.15 oz. Both mom and son are happy and healthy.
• LaTondra Pittman, CSC at AHRC's Cyril Weinberg Center, on the birth of her baby girl, Kenya Alexandra Deshields! Kenya was born on Friday, July 8th, at 11:43pm.
• Congratulations to Angelo Aiken, Program Supervisor at Far Rockaway, on earning his Master of Arts degree in Disability Studies from The City University of New York on June 7, 2011.
• Welcome Kassia McKenzie, Administrative Assistant in AHRC's Administrative Services Department! Kassia joined the team on July 11. Prior to her full-time hire, Kassia worked at AHRC as a temporary employee for several months. She graduated this past December from Monroe College with a BA in Criminal Justice with honors.
•  Please welcome Chet Griffin, new Manager at AHRC's Wilson residence. Chet comes to AHRC with a great deal of experience working with young adults with autism. He is also an LPN, and is a volunteer working with foster children. 
•  Welcome Tiena Haynesworth, CSC at AHRC's Brooklyn Day Hab! Tiena comes to the facility from AHRC's Mayflower ADC.