Career Development

Contact Information

Career Development/Placement Office
Marian Hall, Room 103

Sister Renée M. Cudhea, RSM, MS – Director

Phone: (518) 438-3111, ext. 258

Fax: (518) 453-1366

Email: srcudhea@mariacollege.edu

Where will your path take you after you leave Maria College?  The Career Development Office helps both current students and alumnae/i figure that out.  It is a resource for individuals who need help formulating career plans, obtaining post-graduate employment or transferring to four-year institutions.  A specialized library is available containing information on career planning and potential sources of employment, notices of career fairs, civil service job announcements, and state and federal employment applications.  An annual survey of Maria graduates is conducted to measure trends in employment and gather data on transfer to bachelor’s degree programs, and copies of the survey are kept on file in the Career Development Office.  The office welcomes correspondence from our graduates!

Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am – 4pm
Evening and Weekend Hours by Appointment

Student and Alumnae/i Services

Group and individual presentations are offered to help students:

  • set up credential files.
  • understand various resume and cover letter styles.
  • develop interview skills and strategies.
  • learn about job search strategies.

Individual Sessions may be made by appointment or on a walk-in basis to obtain assistance with:

  • career aspirations.
  • personal goal setting, both short and long term.
  • interview practice.
  • job hunting.
  • transfer to four-year programs.

The Career Development Office also holds on-campus job fairs, maintains a list of job postings and schedules on-campus recruiters.

  1. Job Search Links

    AfterCollege
    AfterCollege™ is the largest career network specializing in recruitment at the college level.  Job seekers can post resumes and receive invitations from employers, or search over 150,000 jobs from more than 25,000 top employers.  The site contains helpful tools like a salary wizard and cost-of-living wizard, and allows users to customize searches based on factors such as their desired field, and whether they are looking for internships and co-ops, part-time employment or government jobs.

    AfterCollege Nursing Jobs
    AfterCollege powers this job board that displays positions for new graduates, internships, part-time listings and other career-related information for nursing students.

    Albany Medical Center
    Albany Medical Center (AMC) has a long tradition—more than 150 years—of dedicated staff serving the needs of the people of our region.  With a belief that success depends on its staff working together to provide excellent service, AMC seeks people who have a strong commitment to the customer, a desire to continually improve the services provided to those customers, and who are challenged to further develop and support innovative programs in research, education and patient care.

    InterimHealthCare.Com
    Interim HealthCare is the nation’s largest provider of home care and medical staffing.  Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare has nearly 300 locations in 42 states, and offers unlimited career choices and extensive job flexibility, including per diem, full time, extended term and direct hire.

    Murdock Recruiting
    Occupational Therapy Assistant/Physical Therapy Assistant Career Services
    Murdock Recruiting, Inc., is a nationwide recruitment and placement firm specializing in healthcare professionals, including physical therapists and assistants, occupational therapists and assistants, and speech therapists.  Positions offer competitive salaries, sign-on bonuses, paid relocation, profit sharing, 401K, medical benefits, and paid vacations and holidays.

    RehabCare Group
    Occupational Therapy Assistant/Physical Therapy Assistant Career Services
    RehabCare is a leading provider of rehabilitation program management services in more than 930 hospitals, nursing homes and other long-term care facilities throughout the United States.  The group also provides rehabilitation services in three freestanding rehabilitation hospitals and two long-term acute care hospitals.

    Rehab Resources
    Rehab Resources is a therapist-owned company in Oswego, NY, which hires therapy professionals:  physical therapists and assistants, occupational therapists and assistants, and speech therapists. The company offers a choice of settings, sign-on bonuses, paid relocation, competitive salaries, 401K, medical benefits, and paid vacations and holidays.  High energy, fun atmosphere ideal for new grads.  Contact 800-342-9575, abby@rehabresources.org, or visit www.rehabresources.org for more information.

    SnagAJob.com
    The nation’s largest part-time and full-time hourly job site, with more than 55 million annual job searches by companies hiring nonexempt employees.  SnagAJob.com offers an array of services designed for both job seekers and employers.  The online hourly job board makes searching and applying for a position more efficient for the job seeker:  seekers complete their profile once and then apply to multiple jobs online.

    St. Peter’s Health Care Services
    St. Peter’s offers a wide range of employment opportunities for health professionals, providing excellent salaries and benefits, and encouraging personal growth and professional development for its more than 4,000 employees.

    More Occupational Therapy websites
    http://www.otjoblink.org/
    http://www.advanceweb.com/OT

  2. Career Information Links

    The following websites offer information for anyone looking for guidance and career inventory test batteries to help with choosing a career.

    Self-Directed Search
    A test that matches interests and career options.
    www.self-directed-search.com

    Strong Interest Inventory
    Another inventory that matches interests with possible career options.
    www.cpp.com

    Ethical Careers
    A list of careers/jobs that contribute to the betterment of mankind.
    www.ethicalcareers.org

    City Town Info
    Links to a directory listing the most popular jobs in metropolitan areas across the United States, complete with employment data and analysis.
    www.citytowninfo.com

    Career Zone
    In-depth information on a wide variety of exciting careers in New York State.  Lists more than 900 jobs.
    www.NYCareerZone.org

    Monster
    In Monster’s own words:  “Life is too short not to enjoy what you do every day.  At Monster, our goal is to help you make the most of the 80 or 90 years you have on this planet by connecting you to the real world opportunities that can help you achieve your goals and realize your dreams.  Whether you’re thinking about a new job, new career, a new city or a new direction, Monster helps you explore the possibilities and find the opportunities that are right for you.”
    www.Monster.com

    Jobijoba
    Jobijoba is a search engine for jobs throughout the United States.  It provides a broad search of a growing selection of jobs listed on recruiting agency sites as well as on job boards, saving you the trouble of having to go to each site individually.
    us.jobijoba.com