Jobs in Englewood, NJ

Title: Housing Retention Specialist

Location: Bronx, New York

Reports to: Assistant Director/Housing Retention Coordinator

Pay Range: $27.00 - $27.47 per hour

FLSA Classification: Non-exempt

Status: Part-time (< 35 hours)

Role Summary: The Housing Retention Specialist will execute supportive services within NAICA’s "light touch" supportive housing program. Their interventions aim to facilitate long-term housing stability, assisting formerly homeless families in averting eviction and avoiding a return to shelter. Managing a caseload of up to 20 households comprising formerly homeless individuals and families, the Specialist will conduct bi-weekly home visits post-move-in. As households acclimate to their new residences, service levels will be tailored accordingly, ensuring appropriateness for each household. Emphasizing prevention, efforts will focus on sustaining benefits/subsidies, preventing rent arrears, and facilitating referrals to community-based services for seamless community integration. Additionally, the Housing Retention Specialist serves as the conduit between social services and property management staff.

Primary Job Responsibilities/Duties:

The Housing Retention Specialist is responsible for, but not limited to:

• Conduct regular home visits in tenant apartments and escort to appointments as needed.
• Conduct initial and ongoing assessments to assess individuals and families observed and self-identified needs and create mutually agreed upon service plans.
• Provide assistance obtaining and maintaining entitlements and benefits, including advocacy and guidance with subsidy recertification, Public Assistance, SSI/SSDI, voucher renewal, and SCRIE/DRIE applications and renewal.
• Promote financial literacy including groups and workshops, individual sessions providing assistance creating and managing a household budget, referral to financial repair services, etc.
• Connection to short-term rental assistance by referring households in need to the local Homebase provider and other rental assistance programs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, experience with electronic case records, Foothold/AWARDS a plus, and ability to learn new program.
• Treat all clients, visitors, and employees with kindness, respect, and dignity.
• Enforce facility rules and regulations to maintain compliance.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Time management and prioritization.
• Maintain awareness of new trends and development in social services and related fields.
• Perform general clerical duties.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk, stand, kneel, crouch, and bend over.
• Ability to lift, reach, and handle objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to sit at a desk and work on a computer for prolonged periods.
• Ability to travel to different locations within New York City, as needed

Work Environment / Schedule Requirements:

• While standard business hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, employees may be required to work on or during evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications:

• Baccalaureate degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related field with two (2) or more years of direct social service experience; OR,
• Associate degree in Human Service or related field with three (3) years of direct social service experience; OR,
• High School Diploma/General Equivalent Diploma with five (5) or more years of direct social service experience.
• Knowledgeable of the plight of the homeless and special needs populations.
• Knowledgeable of casework/case management methodologies.
• Commitment to the mission of NAICA, Inc.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively well with diverse groups.
• Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively under pressure.
• Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, and efficient.
• Maturity, integrity, and sound judgment.
• Must be able to read, speak, write, and understand English for administrative purposes.
• Must pass drug screening to be appointed.
• This position may be subject to a series of investigations before and after appointment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

NAICA is an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and inclusive work environment. As such, discrimination in any aspect of hiring or employment based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), or other applicable legally protected characteristics is strictly prohibited.

Applicants of all backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply. NAICA will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations. NAICA also offers reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Applicants seeking an accommodation for any part of the application or interview process should contact Human Resources by sending an email to with the Subject “Reasonable Accommodation Request.”

Competitive Benefits Package

• Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision Benefits for full-time employees
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• Paid Time-off
• Vol Life Insurance and AD&D
• Term Life and AD&D insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program support (EAP)
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Aflac: Short-Term Disability, CA, Accident and Hospital
• Employee Discount Program

False Statements

Misrepresentation of your experience, skills, education, or other qualifications, or submission of false/fraudulent information or documentation during or after the application process may result in the rejection of your application or termination of your employment.

At-Will Employment Disclaimer

While we sincerely hope to form a long and mutually beneficial working relationship, NAICA is an at-will employer. Therefore, employment is subject to termination at any time, with or without notice or cause, at the discretion of you or the organization.

Director of Maintenance – Bakery Manufacturing

Role Summary

The Director of Maintenance is responsible for providing strategic and hands-on leadership for all maintenance, reliability, and automation operations within the bakery facility. This role ensures the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of production equipment, utilities, and automated systems supporting 24/7 manufacturing.

Success is demonstrated through measurable improvements in equipment reliability, repair efficiency, cost control, and safety. This role also develops and implements structured training programs to strengthen technician skills in troubleshooting, automation, controls, and reliability best practices. The Director of Maintenance leads preventive and predictive maintenance programs, manages breakdown response, oversees maintenance systems and inventory, and supports capital projects, construction, and equipment installations. This position requires strong technical expertise, disciplined leadership, and a proactive reliability mindset.

Key Priorities

·        Drive equipment reliability and up time across all production and utility systems.

·        Establish a world-class preventive and predictive maintenance culture.

·        Lead maintenance teams with a strong focus on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

·        Support long-term automation and plant growth strategies.

·        Ensure compliance with food safety, electrical safety, and machine safety standards.

Primary Responsibilities

Maintenance & Reliability Leadership

·        Plan, manage, and continuously improve the preventive maintenance program to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.

·        Direct and coordinate all corrective maintenance activities across production and facility systems.

·        Establish and lead structured root cause analysis (RCA) processes to eliminate repeat failures.

·        Develop, track, and analyze maintenance KPIs related to downtime, MTTR, MTBF, and PM effectiveness.

Technical & Equipment Oversight

·        Provide technical leadership for bakery production equipment.

·        Ensure proper operation, maintenance, and reliability of compressed air, steam, water, and other critical utilities.

·        Oversee maintenance and performance of robotic systems and automated production lines, including pick-and-place robots, automated packaging, and material handling systems.

·        Develop and coordinate preventive and predictive maintenance strategies for the entire facility, reducing unplanned downtime and extending equipment life.

·        Coordinate preventive and predictive maintenance programs for all equipment. 

Projects & Capital Execution

·        Plan and manage construction-related maintenance projects, facility upgrades, and equipment installations.

·        Coordinate with engineering, contractors, and vendors to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.

·        Support commissioning, start-up, and validation of new equipment and production lines.

People Leadership & Development

·        Lead, mentor, and develop maintenance leadership and technician teams.

·        Lead training and skill development initiatives for maintenance technicians across all production and facility equipment systems.

·        Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous learning within the maintenance organization.

·        Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering and Quality Teams.

Qualifications

Required

·        Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and/or Mechanical Engineering.

·        Minimum 10–15 years of maintenance experience in food manufacturing (preferred), pharmaceutical, or industrial manufacturing environments.

·        Minimum 5–7 years in a maintenance leadership or management role.

·        Strong technical knowledge of bakery or food manufacturing equipment and utilities.

·        Proven track record of implementing and improving maintenance and reliability practices.

·        Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to lead teams in fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environments.

·        Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

·        High work ethic, flexibility, and ability to multitask effectively.

Regional Recruiter is a member of small, highly trained team of recruiters focused on identifying, qualifying, and hiring sales consultants and managers required to fuel growth. An early career position, Regional Recruiter will be developed and mentored to operate as a regional hiring manager. He/she works directly with general and market managers to plan, hire and develop people needed to grow the region. Successful recruiters are ideally suited to grow into leadership positions within our company.

RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

· Directly source, screen, interview and hire design consultants, management trainees, sales managers, shop-at-home managers in support of a region

· Work with market and general managers to anticipate and prioritize market needs

· Work with recruiting coordinator to post jobs on relevant job boards and develop alternative sources of candidates

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor degree in psychology, sociology, human resources, business or related field

· Two to five years of experience in retail, sales or service business; some management or recruiting experience preferred

· Passion for recruiting and people development

· Excellent listening, probing, assessment and critical thinking skills

· Outgoing, engaging personality

· Excellent oral communication skills

· Strong work ethic and high personal drive

· Natural leadership skills

ABOUT US: Visit our website at to learn more about us and our career opportunities.

Blinds To Go® provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Ecommerce and Digital Marketing Manager

Key member of the digital marketing team, Ecommerce and Digital Marketing Manager works with other marketing manager to improve customer experience, website conversions and optimize leads and sales. He/she must have expertise in data analysis, digital marketing, and e-commerce strategies and help identify opportunities for growth and enhancing company’s online presence.

Key Responsibilities

· Review, analyze, and interpret data related to website traffic, user behavior, and conversions to develop insights and hypothesis to drive marketing effort.

· Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) such as conversion rates, traffic, and customer acquisition costs to assess the effectiveness of online campaigns and strategies.

· Study customer behavior on the website, including click-through rates, shopping cart abandonment, and path analysis, to optimize the user experience.

· Plan, execute, and analyze A/B tests to improve website design, content, and functionality.

· Evaluate the performance of digital marketing channels, including SEO, PPC advertising, email marketing, and social media, and provide recommendations for improvement.

· Conduct competitive analysis to identify market trends, benchmark against competitors, and recommend strategies to gain a competitive edge.

· Develop reports and dashboards to communicate findings and insights to cross-functional teams and management.

· Work with marketing and web development teams to develop and execute strategies that drive growth and enhance the customer experience.

· Provide data-driven recommendations and actionable insights to improve website functionality, product offerings, and marketing campaigns.

Key Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, data analytics, or a related field.

· Minimum 5-year experience as an Ecommerce Analyst/Manager in consumer business, ideally with retail storefronts

· Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques, including Excel, SQL, data visualization tools, and statistical analysis.

· Familiarity with e-commerce platforms, web analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics), and digital marketing channels

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.

· Good oral and written communication and presentation skills; able to convey complex data findings to diverse teams.

· Detail-oriented and highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

· Knowledge of e-commerce best practices, online consumer behavior, and industry trends.

· Experience with A/B testing, and experimentation methodologies is a plus.

· Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to network and build relationships.

· Strong critical thinking skills to assess client needs and propose effective solutions.

· Self-motivated and able to work independently.

We will set up the new hire for success by having him/her work in our showrooms for 3-4 months to understand our business paradigm and develop key relationships within our organization.

Blinds To Go, Inc., is the leading and retailer and manufacturer of custom-made blinds and shades in North America. At Blinds To Go, Inc., we have redefined the window decorating industry with our direct-to-consumer business model and our legendary customer service. We control every element of our brand including the in-store experience and shop-at-home experience.

Blinds To Go is an equal opportunity employer. Blinds To Go complies with all federal, state/province, and local laws. Blinds To Go welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Blinds To Go. Building a great company…one person at a time.