Upon initial distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine, the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) released guidance for facilities, providers, and local health departments that received the COVID-19 vaccine on how it should be distributed. The list of those eligible to receive the vaccine has now been expanded past the initial group. The guidance…
Tiny Tim Tiny Tim was rescued by the Stevens-Swan Humane Society after being hit by a car. He was rushed to a local veterinarian who determined he had a broken leg that required surgery. Last week, the Cornell Animal Hospital repaired Tiny Tim’s leg. He is now back at the shelter where…
On Monday, December 21, 2020, the Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) became one of the first in the state to begin vaccinating residents and staff in its long-term care facility – MVHS Rehabilitation and Nursing Center (RNC). The vaccines and vaccinators were provided as part of the Pharmacy Partnership for Long-term Care (LTC) Program…
Mohawk Valley Health System Receives First Shipment of COVID-19 Vaccinations UTICA, N.Y. – On Wednesday, December 16, 2020, the Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) received its first shipment of COVID-19 vaccinations. In preparation for the vaccine arrival, a Point of Dispersal (POD) location was set up to begin vaccinating MVHS healthcare workers as soon…
For the third straight year, Staffworks, Central NY’s largest regional staffing services company, was voted Best Employment Agency in the Observer-Dispatch’s Best of the Best contest. The winners were announced on December 10 during an online special hosted by James Corden. “Earning the number one ranking three consecutive years is an acknowledgement of Staffworks service,…
Staffworks is recruiting for an HR Technology Coordinator for a client in Utica, NY. The HR Technology Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the efficient and smooth operation of the Human Resources data entry, data maintenance and reporting functions, following the ERR process and coordinating the data, staffing information, and organizational charts. Responsibilities: Assist in…
MEET GUEST Alyssa Devins, Owner of Upstate Empire Fitness and FINALIST in our Catalyst Rising Business Category for our 2020 Business of the Year Awards presented by Staffworks! For this year’s awards, we’re changing things up a bit and revealing our winners during a one hour television special on Tuesday, December 15th from 7-8pm on CBS-Utica. From…
Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce Announces Resignation of Executive Director, Meghan Fraser McGrogan UTICA, NY – The Board of Directors of the Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce has accepted the resignation of their Executive Director, Meghan Fraser McGrogan. She will remain in her role until the end of January. In her resignation letter, Meghan writes,…
MEET GUEST Ramon Zayas, Owner of Ramon’s Bakery and FINALIST in our Catalyst Rising Business Category for our 2020 Business of the Year Awards presented by Staffworks! For this year’s awards, we’re changing things up a bit and revealing our winners during a one hour television special on Tuesday, December 15th from 7-8pm on CBS-Utica. From now…
The Staffworks Fund Save A Life Campaign will be matching donations made to 39 participating animal welfare organizations located in 17 counties in New York State and Pennsylvania through December 31, 2020. Campaign Match: FIRST $10,000 in donations = $10,000 match PLUS $1,000 for every additional $5,000 in donations PLUS $2,000 for reaching…
MEET GUEST Ashley Moody, Owner of Climb Chiropractic Sports Health and FINALIST in our Catalyst Rising Business Category for our 2020 Business of the Year Awards presented by Staffworks! For this year’s awards, we’re changing things up a bit and revealing our winners during a one hour television special on Tuesday, December 15th from 7-8pm on CBS-Utica.…
MEET GUEST Laura Casamento, President of Utica College and FINALIST in our Not For Profit Organization with Over 50 Employees Category for our 2020 Business of the Year Awards presented by Staffworks! For this year’s awards, we’re changing things up a bit and revealing our winners during a one hour television special on Tuesday, December 15th from…
MEET GUEST Joel Zayachek, Chief Administrative Officer for The House of the Good Shepherd and FINALIST in our Not For Profit Organization with Over 50 Employees Category for our 2020 Business of the Year Awards presented by Staffworks! For this year’s awards, we’re changing things up a bit and revealing our winners during a one hour television…
MVHS Names Director of Education at Rehabilitation and Nursing Center and Director of Service Response Center and Patient Transport Diane Potter, MS, RN, has joined the Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) as the director of Education at MVHS Rehabilitation and Nursing Center (RNC). In this role, Potter will plan and coordinate ongoing education…
Donations Matched Until the New Year! The Staffworks Fund Save A Life Campaign will be matching donations made to 39 participating animal welfare organizations located in 17 counties in New York State and Pennsylvania through December 31, 2020. Campaign Match: FIRST $10,000 in donations = $10,000 match PLUS $1,000 for every additional $5,000…