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Posted 2/8/2012
RESIDENTIAL THERAPIST

Sunrise Children’s Services

Glen Dale Center in Elizabethtown, Kentucky has a job opportunity for a Residential Therapist. Duties include providing individual, family, and group counseling services to clients and their families, acting as a liaison with the child’s custody holder, school officials, and other agency programs, participating as a member of treatment team, and compiling psycho-social evaluations. Master’s degree in human service discipline. Professional license or credentials required. Three years experience in counseling/case management. Fax resume to (502) 538-1141, e-mail to jobs@sunrise.org or mail resume indicating position applying for :

Sunrise Children’s Services

 PO Box 1429

 Mt. Washington, KY 40047

 EOE/Females and Minorities encouraged to apply

Posted 2/8/2012
 Family Preservation Case Manager – Full Time
Scott Co., IN

New Hope Services Inc. is a not for profit organization which has been serving the developmental needs of adults, children and families primarily in Clark, Scott, and Jefferson counties for 50 years! New Hope Services, Inc. offers a wide array of human services that provide opportunities for individual and family enhancement. We have several other programs that cater to the community and its needs as well.

1. Provide Family Preservation Services as referred from various community agencies such as Child Protective Services

 2. Responsible to make independent and discretionary decisions for the welfare of the client

3. Provide Counseling to parents during home visits in areas such as: child development, parenting, stress management, crisis management, childcare, effects of child abuse and neglect

4. Family Preservation Case Managers will know weekly minimum productivity level and ensure maintenance of that level. If this is not possible Director of Family Case Management Services will be notified immediately

5. Maintain all contact records and necessary paperwork for client files in a timely manner. Home visits to be documented with in one week of service

 6. Complete monthly reports to Child Protective Services regarding client progress

7. Be thoroughly familiar with and review at least annually the Personnel Policies and Procedures of New Hope Services, Inc.

8. Maintain confidentiality regarding all client contact, personnel, and financial matters of the corporation

9. Case load of 5-8 cases

0. Be willing to respond, when off duty, for emergency needs of clients and staff 11. Transporting clients as needed

1. Provide other supportive family services as assigned by the Director of Family Case Management Services

2. Participate in community collaboratives such as Step Ahead, First Steps, and Child Abuse Prevention Council as needed

3. Perform tasks as requested and held directly responsible to the Director of Family Case Management Services

1. Bachelors degree, Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) approved, in Social Services field such as Sociology, Psychology, or Social Work or other degrees deemed applicable in accordance with established service standards is required

2. Two years professional experience with children and families preferred

3. Must have a valid drivers license, access to transportation, and proof of current automobile insurance

4. Must be CPR & First Aid certified If you are interested in applying for this position please send your resume to Staci Campton, Recruitment Manager. Staci_campton@newhopeservices.org

New Hope Services Inc. is a not for profit organization which has been serving the developmental needs of adults, children and families primarily in Clark, Scott, and Jefferson counties for 50 years! New Hope Services, Inc. offers a wide array of human services that provide opportunities for individual and family enhancement. We have several other programs that cater to the community and its needs as well

1.Provide family support services as referred by self or community partners to include: crisis intervention, skill building, developing case plans for goal identification and identifying appropriate referrals for additional supports. Service provision based upon a voluntary home-based visitation program 2.Consistently exercise discretion and judgment to analyze, interpret, make deductions and then decide what actions are necessary based on the varying facts and circumstance of each individual case.

3.Work without daily and immediate supervision, evaluating possible courses of conduct, and making decisions where there is no opportunity to seek supervisory assistance.

4.Serve as advocate for clients and coordinate services between other individuals, agencies and programs as determined to be appropriate. Coordinate and link services between other persons, agencies and programs.

 5.Administer a strengths-based, family-focused assessment tool to identify stability, safety and strengths. Identify with family and their support team. No more than 3 goals to improve family functioning.

6.Ensure achievement of productivity goals to contribute to financial stability of the program. Notify Program Manager if unable to attain.

 7.Maintain all contact records and necessary paperwork in a timely manner according to company standards.

8.Complete necessary reports to community partners as needed

9.Be thoroughly familiar with and review at least annually the Personnel Policies and Procedures of New Hope Services.

10.Maintain confidentiality regarding all client contact, personnel, and financial matters of the corporation. Must be Bi-Lingual Spanish/English Education Requirements:

Bachelors Degree in a Social Services or Related Field

Senator McConnell has a job opening in his Louisville, Kentucky office for a Constituent Service Representative.  A Constituent Service Representative assists Senator McConnell’s constituents with case specific problems they are having with a federal government agency.  Typical responsibilities include:

-         Acts as liaison with federal agencies on behalf of constituents until case resolved

-         Provide constituents with appropriate referral for state or local government complaints

-         Respond to correspondence and oral communication from constituents

-          Screen cases to determine whether they are appropriate for referral to other areas within office

-         Prepares periodic reports for State Director, Director of Constituent Services, or other staff members on pending casework

-         Knowledgeable of current legislation and non-legislative issues about which the Senator may be questioned

-         Attends Congressional briefings

-         Responsible for managing caseload of 150+ cases

-         Performs other duties as assigned

Posted 1/20/2012

Kentucky River Foothills has immediate openings for full-time In-Home Service Specialist to work with families in the Community Collaborative for Children (CCC) Program. Positions require flexible hours. Degree in Social Work or related field required. Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel the service area which includes Shelbyville and surrounding counties. Agency policy regarding drug and alcohol testing and criminal background checks applies to this position. Please send resume and cover letter to vembree@foothillscap.org

Positions will remain open until filled. EOE.

Posted 1/18/20112
 CRC Health Group
 Outpatient Addiction Counselors Needed

 CRC Health Group is the nation's leading provider of treatment and educational programs for adults and youth who are struggling with behavioral issues, chemical dependency, eating disorders, obesity, pain management, or learning disabilities. CRC provides clinically sound, research-based treatment options at 145 facilities conveniently located throughout the United States. As a service-oriented company that is determined to provide cutting-edge scientific solutions to behavioral health issues, we are constantly working to improve the quality of care and depth and breadth of services available. For more than 30 years, our treatment philosophy and exceptional care have enabled our clients to reclaim and enrich their lives. As CRC continues to set the standards in innovative behavioral health care, we proudly embark on a future of new beginnings for individuals and families in need. Southern Indiana Treatment Center, a member of CRC Health Group, is conveniently located approximately 15 minutes from the downtown Louisville area, home of the Kentucky Derby. The quality of care provided and the concern we have for our patients has enabled our facility to become the largest medically assisted treatment facility in the nation for those struggling with the disease of addiction. In an attempt to grow our intensive outpatient programs and provide a full continuum of care to the community of Louisville and the surrounding areas with respect to the disease of addiction, we are looking for those persons passionate about treating the disease of addiction to join our team. The qualified candidates will work closely in a team environment with a team of clinicians and medical personnel in accordance with State and Federal Regulations to provide care for our patients. We offer our patients an out-patient environment conducive to recovery from the disease of addiction, specifically to the opioid class of drugs. We offer our staff an educational environment where patient care is our top priority.

Under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, our Counselors are ultimately responsible for providing individual and group therapy to patients with a primary diagnosis of chemical dependency.

Additional responsibilities include:

1) Assisting our patients with reaching their treatment goals;

2) Preparing current patient progress reports and completion notices;

3) Providing paperwork to patients, courts, probation and parole departments and referral sources;

4) Maintaining accurate records to ensure compliance with all Federal and State regulations;

5) Coordinating and cooperating with local agencies and organizations necessary to expedite treatment for each patient.

Qualifications:

1) Bachelor’s degree in the field of social/behavioral sciences or human services required;

2) Master’s degree preferred;

3) Indiana Certified/Licensed Addictions Counselor or MATS credential preferred;

4) Ability to work Monday – Friday 5:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., with one weekend shift every 8 weeks;

 5) Excellent verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills;

6) Experience with chemical dependency or addiction treatment preferred. CRC Health Group offers a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Company paid group term life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, and educational reimbursement.

, Fax: 812-256-4415, or mail:

Southern Indiana Treatment Center,

7509 Charlestown Pike,

 Charlestown, IN 47111.

LifeSpring Mental Health Services is a community mental health center serving 6 counties in Southern Indiana. We have an opening for a Child & Family Therapist in our Jeffersonville office. This position is full-time working with children between the ages of 4 to 18 years old and their families on a variety of issues including anger management, self control, disruptive behavior, defiance, poor social skills, depression, anxiety, family conflicts, and abuse/neglect. Therapist’s work includes intake assessments, individual/play/family therapy, and collaborating with community partners (schools, CPS, probation). Must be flexible, organized, and able to work in a fast-paced environment. Salary commensurate with education and experience. Applicant must have a Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited program. Experience working with children, youth, and families in a clinical setting a plus.

To apply, please send a letter of interest and resume to:

Chris Rakestraw LCSW,

LifeSpring Mental Health Services,

 460 Spring Street, Jeffersonville IN 47130

Wellspring Ardery House has an immediate part-time opening for a degreed, credentialed (LSCW, CSW, MHA/PE) mental health professional. Compensation will be based on relevant experience.

Send a resumé and cover letter to:

 Human Resources - PID, P. O. Box 1927,

Louisville, Kentucky 40201-1927,

Please reference job code: MHC-2nd-Ardery20120111.

Posted 1/10/2012

Clinical Counselor Location: VA - Virginia Beach (Oceana)

Job Code: CNIC1-534A-FAP-MA-12

# of openings: 1

 Zeiders Enterprises is seeking a Clinical Counselor to support our government customer. Clinical Counselors provide short-term, solution-focused, non-psychiatric individual, couples, and group clinical intervention for eligible clients.

:

 • Conduct intake, screening, assessment, and referral of clients as appropriate. Based on the assessment, work with the client to establish an individual treatment plan outlining the goals of treatment.

• Provide individual, couples and group counseling.

• Offer prevention and education programs and services as practicable based on client needs.

 • Maintain all counseling case documentation in accordance with all applicable policies, laws and instructions.

• A minimum of a Master’s Degree in Social Work from a graduate School of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work education; OR a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from a graduate program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy; OR a Doctoral degree in Psychology from a program accredited by the American Psychological Association.

 • Clinical license/certification to provide clinical services as an independent practitioner (Acceptable licenses are: LCSW, LICSW, LMFT or Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP)).

• A minimum of two years of full-time clinical experience.

 • Professional experience working with military families or personal military lifestyle experience.

 • Domestic violence experience.

 • Knowledge of the difficulties of adjusting to general life stresses as well as those resulting from the requirements of military life and experience providing short-term counseling for those issues.

• Knowledge of standard documentation requirements for clinical casework. • Knowledge of other available military and community referral resources appropriate for client.

 • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software and skilled in the use of office software to enter appropriate case documentation information into FFSMIS.

All positions which require access to U.S. Government facilities and systems require U.S. Citizenship, a valid driver’s license, transportation, and auto insurance.

-Hayley Stoebner

We are looking for data analyst with the heart of a community organizer here at NC3.  Entry level position (depends on qualifications). We are open to a lot of different skills sets - but must have a passion for data and information AND a passion for social justice.Good people skills a MUST.

 Contact Information:

 Jennie Jean Davidson

 Network Member

 Deputy Director Network

Center for Community Change

334 E Broadway, Ste. 325 Louisville, KY 40202

Masters degree (MSW) in Human Services from an accredited university.

1. Safe Crisis Management: Non-essential

 2. Operation of Agency Vehicles: Essential

3. Physical Demand and Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is required to walk and stand. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

 4. Ability to read, write and converse in English.

5. Valid driver’s license and insurability by Boys’ & Girls’ Haven insurance carrier.

6. Ability to respond to telephone and other auditory stimulation.

 7. At least 21 years of age and legally able to work in U.S. Schedule: Flexibility with schedule to meet the needs of clients. Available to work at least two evenings per week.

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 Medical, Dental, Life, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off, 401k, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP. Compensation: In-hire rate is $32,000 – 35,000, based on level of experience and education.

; select our “Jobs – Join Us” tab.

 BENCHMARK FAMILY SERVICES, INC.

THERAPEUTIC FOSTER CARE NETWORK

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Therapist Principal

Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Conducts therapeutic assessments and consults with case manager/treatment director in formulating treatment plans.

2. Provides individual and group counseling to placed youth and clinical consultation to foster parents.

3. Complies with paperwork requirements as established by the Kentucky Cabinet of Health and Family Services and Benchmark Family Services, Inc. 4. Provides crisis stabilization services for Benchmark Family Services, Inc. clients and foster caregivers.

5. Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by reading appropriate books, journals, and literature and attending in-services, conferences, and workshops.

6. May be asked to perform other related duties as necessary.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Education - At least a Masters Degree in mental health, counseling, social work and related licensure or appropriate supervision by a LCSW, PhD, or LPCC Flexible schedule-full time working some evenings to accommodate foster parents schedule

-Dennie Sterbutzel, 13808 Lake Point Circle, Suite 202 Louisville KY 40223, 502-267-0102,

Provides case management services to clients, implements individualized treatment/service plans, teaches independent living coursework and maintains focus on the primary goal of helping youth attain independence in the least restrictive setting.

Responsibilities: Cultivate referrals of applicants who meet the criteria of the program. Provide furniture and general household items upon admission to the program. Provide the resident with a map and list of area resources needed to maintain a healthy living environment. (These would be found in the resident handbook.) Set up a meeting for the applicant to be introduced to other program participants. Open and maintain a case file to include all required documents. Make sure each resident understands the program guidelines and completes necessary paperwork (e.g. grievance forms, clients' rights and release of information forms). Note the residents' progress, performance and achievements so this information can be included in required documentation. Coordinate and facilitate weekly group meetings with clients as dictated by Program Supervisor. Meet individually with each resident three times per week for the purpose of skill-building, education, case coordination and tracking of individual goals. Provide direct supervision of residents in the cottage as needed. Provide after-hours support by phone or, as needed, in person to the program during weekdays. Participate in weekend on-call rotation. Assist residents in their application for benefits and services that are consistent with their individual treatment plans. Continue to maintain case files documenting progress and completion of Independent Living skills training. Assist residents in finding employment or volunteer positions and track their attendance. Transport clients and, if applicable, their children. Coordinate service delivery and treatment activities with representatives of the Cabinet for Health and Family Services and other involved service providers. Perform all other duties as assigned.

1. Education Requirements: A Bachelor's degree in social services or related field.

2. Experience Requirements: Minimum of two years experience as a Case Manager (post practicum) working with older adolescents.

3. Other: Safe Crisis Management essential. Operation of Agency Vehicles is essential. Must know basic word processing with competency required to utilize agency computer. Valid driver's license and insurability by Boys' Haven insurance carrier.

4. Physical Demand and Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee is required to walk or stand and visit clients in their community environment and home. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Ability to read, write and converse in English. Ability to respond to telephone and other auditory stimulation.

Core schedule is Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM; schedule will vary based on needs of our clients; must be available to work nights and weekends.

Posted 1/3/2012

Americana Community Center Youth Staff opening

Youth Programs Employee

Position: Children/Youth Programs
Report to:  Youth Programs Coordinator

Renumerations: $8.00/hr.        Weekly Hours: up to 32

General Description:
Children and Youth Programs staff are responsible for planning long term objective and goals and planning daily activities which serves youth 5-18 during the After School Program, where refugee, immigrant and U.S. born youth come for ESL (English as a Second language) classes, tutoring, homework help, and other enrichment opportunities. Act as a liaison between ACC and families through the Family Bridge Initiative by engaging in home visits.

Job Responsibilities as Children/Youth Programs staff:
*Facilitate academic activities such as homework help and tutoring for youth.
*Plan and implement educationally enriching activities for groups of youth.
*Prepare for and facilitate small groups of youth in collaboration with other youth staff workers.
*Ensure that all center participants have obtained a youth programs application, signed by a parent/guardian and on file in the Center prior to participating in any activities.
*Ensure that participating youth are registered and signed in daily.
*Ensure that only youth aged 5 to 18 are participating in the program.
*Ensure that the facility is clean, locked and secured upon conclusion of activities for the day.
*Help resolve conflicts among participants following ACC disciplinary policies.
*Help plan and implement youth programming collaboratively with other youth staff, including teen programs staff.
*Support the teen program staff with the Right to Read Program as necessary. This includes spending time registering youth, supporting and holding youth accountable to their set goals and chaperoning during incentives trips.
*Follows personnel policies and ACC guidelines.
*General duties assigned by the Youth Programs Coordinator.

Job Responsibilities within Family Bridge Initiative:
*Plan and implement the Family Bridging Initiative, acting as a liaison between parents and ACC responsibly through home visits in groups of two as necessary.
*Inform immediate supervisor when home visits are performed.
*Track and report all home visit using ACC's home visit report form.
*Ensure hard-copies of home visit reports are kept in individual files in a secure cabinet or office.
*Attend staff professional development trainings on performing home visits and follow agency policies when engaging in home visits.
*Mentor, support, and encourage the success of our students in school, at home and in the community.

Other duties:
*Maintains ongoing and appropriate communication between supervisor, team members and general staff to ensure that all information is transparent and accurate.
*Assist other ACC staff when needed as a general support.
*Check email and voicemail consistently and sign in daily.
*Attend youth program and center staff meetings, Holiday Party, volunteer orientation, volunteer recognition and ACC World Festival.
*Participate in mandatory staff development trainings to increase professional knowledge of issues affecting populations represented at ACC.
*Performs other duties as assigned by the Executive Director or Program Coordinator.

As are all staff, the Youth Program staff is a representative of the Americana Community Center and is responsible for acting as a representative of the Community Center to all those served by the Americana Community Center.

Send resumes directly to: kristin@americanacc.org.

No phone inquires please!

Posted 12/19/2011
The Center for Women and Families
6 Positions Available:

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT/CEO

 DIRECTOR OF Children’s Programming

DIRECTOR OF Outreach Services

 FACILITIES ASSISTANT

FAMILY ADVOCATE-FOCUS ON CHILDREN (Shelbyville Office)

THERAPIST/COACHING COORDINATOR

For detailed job descriptions: www.louisvilleworks.com