April 2015 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

Unattended minors during school day
by Kat Boyer 29 Apr '15

29 Apr '15

We're starting to be inundated with school children coming to the library during the school day. They are here for various reasons and I was wondering what some of the other library's policies are towards unattended minors in the library during the school day since we are trying to rework our policy here. Thank you, Kat Boyer Interim Director Benton Harbor Public Library

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Congratulations to East Lansing Public Library!
by Sheryl Mase 29 Apr '15

29 Apr '15

Did everyone see this? So wonderful!!! http://ala-publishing.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT00NzQzMzE1JnA9MSZ1PTEwMjY2MzI… East Lansing (Mich.) Public Library Director Kristin Shelley announced at a Books, Bites & Bids event on April 10 that an anonymous donor has given $1.5 million to the library for capital improvements. She hopes to raise an additional $1.6 to $2 million in matching community funds by May 2016 in order to renovate the entire building. The plans also include redesigning the floor plan, adding a dynamic children's area and group area, and expanding the maker studios.... ~Sheryl ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Sheryl L. Mase, Interim Director Mid-Michigan Library League 210 ½ N. Mitchell, Cadillac MI 49601 231-775-3037 or 800-968-0046 email: smase(a)mmll.org website: http://mmll.org ~visit us on facebook!~

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Kent District Library Employment Opportunity: Branch Manager III - Plainfield Branch
by Megan Bravo 29 Apr '15

29 Apr '15

KENT DISTRICT LIBRARY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POSITION TITLE: Branch Manager III LOCATION: Plainfield Branch BEGINNING PAY RATE: $57,530/yr. Salaried, 40+ hrs/wk CLASSIFICATION: non-union DEADLINE TO APPLY: May 13, 2015 To view the full job posting and apply for this position, please go to the Kent District Library career site: http://kdl.applicantpro.com/jobs/218338.html All applications for employment must be made on the Kent District Library electronic application form. Resumes will not be accepted or evaluated in lieu of application. All applicants must meet the job requirements and submit a timely application in order to be considered. Separate application forms must be submitted for each position for which an applicant wishes to apply. Kent District Library (KDL) is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of any characteristics that are protected by state or federal law. If requested in advance, and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, KDL will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants in need of accommodations, so as to permit access to the application, interviewing, and selection process.

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University of Michigan patient education materials are available free to your library and patrons
by Volk, Ruti 28 Apr '15

28 Apr '15

Hello all, The content on the Care Guides<http://careguides.med.umich.edu/> site, is a bit different than what is typically found on public hospital sites. All materials posted on the Care Guides site were either created by University of Michigan clinicians, or reviewed and approved by our experts. The Care Guides site enables patients, families and the general public to access the same database our clinicians use to provide patient-education at the bedside or the exam-room, including patient instructions used in our Electronic Medical Record System. This content is quite different from health information purchased from vendors, which is typically what visitors find on public hospital sites. For example, on the Botsford site, the health information content was purchased from ADAM. Our own U-M Health System public website, uofmhealth.org<http://uofmhealth.org/> displays content purchased from Healthwise. (There are several other vendors that sell this type of content, Krames, McKesson and a few others, so basically many public hospital websites display the same generic content on their “health library” or “health information” section). http://careguides.med.umich.edu/ includes over 900 U-M Health System authored materials. Our clinicians create materials if they are not able to find existing materials that meet their needs. Some highlights of our original content include: • Resources for Children with Multiple Disabilities and Becoming an Adult: For Youth with Developmental Disabilities (comprehensive guides focusing on resources in Michigan) - find with the keyword “disabilities" • 21 instructions sheets on using specific types of inhalers - find with the keyword “inhaler” • Pressure Ulcer Patient Video – specifically for people with spinal cord Injury who are at high risk for developing pressure ulcers, a potentially life-threatening complication. Find with the keyword “pressure ulcer” • Taking Care of Your Stoma video and Taking Care of Your Tracheostomy video – find with the keywords “stoma video” or “trach video” These are just a few examples of unique materials available on the Care Guides Site. Thanks, -Ruti Ruti Volk, M.S.I., A.H.I.P. University of Michigan Health System Patient Education Librarian Coordinator, Careguides from Your UMHS Clinician<http://careguides.med.umich.edu> ********************************************* 2101 Commonwealth Suite A. Ann Arbor Mi 48105 Tel: (734) 232-3980 Fax: 734-615-4849 Looking for answers? @sk your Medical Librarian...Your key to quality information! All email is considered confidential unless otherwise noted Hello All, Ruti, thanks for sharing your link and no doubt these guides could be very useful. Might I humbly suggest that each public library consider linking to their local hospital(s) which often have health information materials available on their website, as well as information for the local public on the hospital services and physicians. For instance, Botsford Hospital serves Livonia, Southfield, Western Detroit, Novi, West Bloomfield, and other surrounding areas. Website: http://www.botsford.org Health Information: http://www.botsford.org/health_information/ Thank you for your consideration. Deb Adams Director, Library & Internet Services Botsford Hospital O: (248) 471-8516 | F: (248) 471-8060 Effective Web Development, Useful and Trusted Information http://bridge/ - http://intranet.beaumonthealth.org<http://intranet.beaumonthealth.org/<UrlBlockedError.aspx>> http://www.botsford.org/ - http://www.beaumonthealth.org<http://www.beaumonthealth.org/<UrlBlockedError.aspx>> http://www.botsford.org/library From: michlib-l-bounces at mcls.org [mailto:michlib-l-bounces at mcls.org] On Behalf Of Volk, Ruti Sent: Monday, April 27, 2015 12:20 PM To: 'michlib-l at mcls.org ' Subject: [Michlib-l] University of Michigan patient education materials are available free to your library and patrons Dear colleagues, The University of Michigan Health System (UMHS) maintains a database of patient education materials used in our health system. The database is available for free on the Internet and requires no registration or login. The URL is: http://careguides.med.umich.edu/ The site includes materials that have been created by U-M Health System experts on many difficult-to-find topics, rare conditions and state-of-the-art therapies. It also includes materials from other organizations that have been reviewed and approved by U-M experts. Print materials, videos, websites and apps are included. Feel free to link http://careguides.med.umich.edu/ to your library's website and help your patrons access clinician-vetted, current and accurate patient-education materials. Here is a link to a flyer you can print and distribute at your library, health fairs or other events. https://www.med.umich.edu/1libr/careguidesflyer.pdf<http://www.med.umich.edu/1libr/careguidesflyer.pdf<https://www.med.umich.edu/1libr/careguidesflyer.pdf%3chttp:/www.med.umich.e…>> -Ruti Ruti Volk, M.S.I., A.H.I.P. University of Michigan Health System Patient Education Librarian Coordinator, Careguides from Your UMHS Clinician<http://careguides.med.umich.edu/> ********************************************* 2101 Commonwealth Suite A. Ann Arbor Mi 48105 Tel: (734) 232-3980 Fax: 734-615-4849 Looking for answers? @sk your Medical Librarian...Your key to quality information! All email is considered confidential unless otherwise noted ********************************************************** Electronic Mail is not secure, may not be read every day, and should not be used for urgent or sensitive issues

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Who Owns This Book???
by Pam McKnight 28 Apr '15

28 Apr '15

We received a book from RIDES that does not belong to us nor is it for one of our patrons. It's Science! Plants and Flowers, barcode says Marquette 02365000574, there are no other markings in the book as to ownership. Please let me know if it belongs to your library and who it should be returned to. Thanks. Pam Pamela McKnight Pere Marquette District Library 185 E. 4th Street Clare, MI 48617 989-386-7576 pmcknight(a)cityofclare.org<mailto:pmcknight@cityofclare.org>

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Job Opening - Youth Services Manager (MO)
by Laurie St. Laurent 28 Apr '15

28 Apr '15

Greetings to all my Michigan colleagues. 'Thought I should let you know of this fabulous opportunity here at my library. Youth Services Manager– St. Charles City-County Library District, St. Peters, MO The St. Charles City-County Library District has an immediate need for a Youth Services Manager. This position holds primary responsibility for developing and implementing District-wide policy, programs and services for youth, birth through 18. Primary responsibilities include: - Develop and deploy District-wide initiatives to serve youth and families with children, both in and outside of library facilities. - Invest time in the community promoting the library and creating partnerships with schools and other agencies serving youth and families. - In collaboration with branch managers, provide coordination and oversight of branch and outreach programs and services for children birth to 18. - Work closely with the Adult Services Manager to coordinate public programs to ensure thematic consistency and focus on District goals. - Work with the Collection Services Manager to ensure the collection is current and that useful resources are available for children and teens with a wide range of reading ability. - Collaborate with the Marketing Department in the promotion of library materials, programs, services, and special events for youth. - Participate in recruitment of children’s and teen services staff in the District and develop and provide training to youth services staff. - Formulate and manage the budget for youth services activities. - Supervise Youth Services Department staff. Ideal candidate will have expertise in youth services as well as proven ability to effectively lead and motivate staff; ability to interact positively with customers and staff and work as part of a team ; proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and google tools . MLS degree from an accredited program and a minimum of five years directly related experience in a public library are required. The District offers a complete benefit package which includes healthcare insurance, a defined life-time benefit retirement plan, and deferred compensation plan. Entry level salary, $66,828.00, additional compensation possible with experience. (The range goes to $80,000) For more information please visit our website,www.youranswerplace.org. Resume and SCCCLD employment application may be submitted electronically or by mail until May 8, 2015. SCCCLD, PO Box 529, St Peters, MO 63376. HR(a)stchlibrary.org. Job posted 4/25/15 Laurie St. Laurent, Regional Branch Manager St. Charles City-County Library District lstlaurent(a)stchlibrary.org Office at Spencer Road Library 427 Spencer Road St. Peters, MO 63376 Ph. 636.244.4954 Fax 636.447.7064 Library Express at Discovery Village 378 Shadow Pines Drive Wentzville, MO 63385 636.332.6476 South County Branch 198 Jackson Street PO Box 128 Augusta, MO 63332 636.228.4855 http://www.youranswerplace.org Unless explicitly attributed, the opinions expressed herein are personal and not those of the St. Charles City-County Library District. *Your Space to Dream, Discover, Connect and Grow*

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Re: [Michlib-l] Library Services & Technology Act Michigan Report for 2014
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 28 Apr '15

28 Apr '15

This link should work better. Sorry about that. http://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/lm_2015_LSTA_Annual_Rep… Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> From: Eddie Thieda [mailto:eddie.thieda@gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, April 28, 2015 3:53 PM To: Reish, Karren (MDE) Subject: Re: Library Services & Technology Act Michigan Report for 2014 Hey, Your link is broken. http://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/lm_2015_lsta_annual_rep…

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LSTA Annual Report for FY 2014
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 28 Apr '15

28 Apr '15

Please find the Library Services & Technology Act Michigan Report for 2014 below. The report details the major programs and activities of the Library of Michigan and the Michigan library community for fiscal year 2014 that were supported with Institute of Museum and Library Services LSTA funds. We were able to provide significant services to Michigan residents through the efforts of the library community working together with these resources. Congratulations everyone! You can find the report at www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> in the LSTA in Michigan section or directly at http://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/lm_2015_LSTA_Annual_Rep… Please contact me if you have any questions about the report or LSTA funds in general. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 517-373-5700 f reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices<http://www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices> www.michigan.gov/michiganreads<http://www.michigan.gov/michiganreads> www.michigan.gov/sl21<http://www.michigan.gov/sl21>

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ELPL is looking for a Teen Librarian
by Lauren Douglass 28 Apr '15

28 Apr '15

Are you looking for an opportunity to use your creativity and passion for working with teens in a dynamic library environment? The East Lansing Public Library is seeing a 28 hour/week Teen Services Librarian and is a great place to start your library career. In the last year ELPL has opened two maker studios, one in the library and another pop-up studio in downtown East Lansing. The maker studios offer 3D printing and design services, fashion and fabric design facilities, collaborative meeting space, and plenty of space for innovative programming and workshops. Additionally, the library just received a $1.5 million anonymous donation to renovate the main library building. The renovation project will include a greatly expanded teen space and a 1,300 hundred square foot permanent maker space in the library. Great things are happening at ELPL. Join our team and add your ideas to the library's vision for East Lansing. *CITY OF EAST LANSING* *EAST LANSING PUBLIC LIBRARY**JOB DESCRIPTION* *AVAILABLE POSITION:* Teen Services Librarian *PAY RATE: *$21.53/hour *HOURS PER WEEK:* 28 hours per week, at-will position Includes nights and weekends *Reports to:* Head of Programs and Outreach Services *PURPOSE:* Twenty-eight (28) hours per week opportunity for an energetic, visionary and team-oriented Teen Services Librarian with a strong public service commitment. The Teen Services Librarian develops creative young adult programming (literacy-based and STEAM-based) and outreach opportunities; provides proactive customer service and technology instruction for all ages; represents the library in the community and works as a liaison with local schools. *ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS* 1) Proactively provides customer service 2) Initiates the development and implementation of teen programs (both in the library and offsite) to increase awareness of library resources and encourage library use 3) Manages and coordinates the teen after-school program five days per week, including the supervision of volunteers and interns 4) Maintains contact and cultivates relationships with the public, schools, teachers and community organizations to raise the profile and awareness of the library for educational and promotional purposes relating to the library’s teen services 5) Develops STEAM and Technology-based programs for the library’s Maker Studios 6) Performs duties of Librarian, including readers’ advisory; collection maintenance; social media marketing; and reference and technology instruction based on patrons’ interests 7) Serves as on-duty staff as needed, making decisions dealing with library security, policy, emergency procedures, customer service and conflict resolution 8) Cooperates as a team member with all library staff in performing any professional or nonprofessional duty essential to the achievement of efficient library operations 9) Prepares regular reports for Library Director, Library Board and supervisor. *REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS* *Education, Training and/or Experience* 1) Master’s degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited school 2) Customer service experience 3) Experience in working with and developing programming for young adults (ages 12-18 years) *Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics* 1) Ability to translate young adult needs and interests into effective library services and programs 2) Maintains awareness of new developments and trends in the field through professional journals, workshops and conferences, and professional networking 3) Familiarity with Makerspaces and maker-related programs in public libraries 4) Ability to motivate and coach staff 5) Ability to diffuse patron complaints and handle security issues 6) Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions 7) Comfortable implementing programs, building community relationships and speaking before large groups 8) Must be self-motivated and in possession of excellent critical thinking skills and be able to exercise initiative and independent judgment 9) Ability to work in a collaborative, dynamic, fast-paced environment, using excellent organizational and time management skills 10) Embraces change in work environment, procedures and services 11) Highly responsive and has clear oral and written communication skills 12) Knowledgeable and experienced in social media and marketing *PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS* 1) A minimum of one (1) year of professional library experience 2) Experience with project and process management 3) Experience training and supervising volunteers 4) Creativity and a proven record in developing innovative teen programming *PHYSICAL DEMANDS* 1) Ability to sit and use computer for extended periods and operate standard office equipment 2) Ability to lift and move up to fifty (50) pounds 3) Ability to push book trucks with up to 150 pounds of materials on them 4) Ability to perform repeated reaching, bending and squatting 5) Travel by automobile is required frequently *WORKING CONDITIONS* 1) Majority of work performed in library environment and East Lansing community 2) Requires availability for extended hours as needed 3) Requires evenings and weekends 4) Requires periodic participation and attendance at events and training *This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with position and is subject to review and change at any time in accordance with the needs of The East Lansing Public Library. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable someone with a qualifying disability to perform the essential functions of the position.* *APPLY:* East Lansing Public Library Attention: Jill Abood, Head of Programs and Outreach Services 950 Abbot Road East Lansing, MI 48823 Please fill out City of East Lansing job application (available on http://www.elpl.org) Include resume, cover letter and supplemental questions. *DEADLINE:* Open until June 1, 2015 *EAST LANSING IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER**THIS POSITION REQUIRES A BACKGROUND CHECK* *Supplemental Questions* 1. Briefly describe the future of teen services in libraries as you see it (include collections, services, programming, and community outreach components as applicable). 2. Share with us an innovative teen program and/or service you created and marketed. Describe how you determined the need for the program or service; what criteria you used in evaluating its effectiveness, the tools you utilized to create the program/service, how you got staff buy in and how you marketed the program/service. 3. ELPL prides itself on being a fast-paced organization that is constantly changing to meet the needs of our diverse community. Give us an example of how you have adjusted to change and how you have helped others adjust to change. 4. What are three things you would do to ensure strong communication with co-workers, local schools, community organizations and the general public?

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Searching for local Michigan authors
by Murphy, Edwina (MDE) 28 Apr '15

28 Apr '15

Think Local Authors! The Michigan Notable Book selection committee needs your help to find local authors in your community. Please feel free to print out and post the attached flyer in your local: library, café, brewpub, diner, and other such dwelling spots. Authors can find more information about the Michigan Notable Book program at: www.michigan.gov/notablebooks<http://www.michigan.gov/notablebooks> [cid:image003.jpg@01D081B9.6985BE90] Edwina A. Murphy Michigan Collection Curator Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909

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