5 Social Work jobs

Aug 06, 2018

Addiction Counselor Featured

$45,000 - $55,000 yearly

We are looking for someone passionate about helping the youth change the course of their futures and able to motivate that change. If that is you, please consider joining us. Advent Group Ministries is a diverse team of Christians with a common mission: to empower people to restore relationships and break the destructive cycles of abuse and addiction through the hope and healing made possible by Christ’s love and quality treatment. We provide personal care through a professional staff of counselors, social workers, and a network of well-trained volunteers. Our staffworks collaboratively toward Advent’s vision to reclaim hope, realize potential, and restore lives. Responsibilities and Duties This position is responsible for bringing a specialized addictions focus to the program, including sharing addiction knowledge and advising addiction focused treatment. Adolescents that may be chemically dependent, sexually exploited and/or behaviorally/emotionally disturbed will be guided, educated and counseled by the Addictions Counselor. The Addictions Counselor will help provide relapse and prevention services for the youth within a group setting and individually. Qualifications and Skills *One of the following is REQUIRED: Master's Degree in Social Work or Marriage & Family Therapy CCAPP Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor (CADC-I or higher) *Must be able to meet and receive a criminal records clearance as required by Title XXII licensing regulations *Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license with at least 5 years driving experience and no more than 2 points on driving record *Previous internship or employment in work with adolescents Benefits Paid Holidays Vacation Medical Dental Vision If you are interested in this unique and influential opportunity, email your resume to start the process. Persons of ethnic diversity and disability encouraged to apply. Additionally, please visit our website to view the complete job description. Job Type: Full-time

Advent Group Ministries San Jose, CA, USA Full time

Aug 02, 2018

Houseparents Featured

Are you passionate about shaping the future of America’s Youth? Boys Town is nationally recognized for its research-proven child, health and family care programs. As one of the country’s largest nonprofit funded child-care organizations, Boys Town touches the lives of more than 2 million children and families nationwide each year. Join our Town today and help us shape the future of America! Overview of Job This position can be considered for any of our locations in Washington D.C, Rhode Island, Nebraska, North Florida, Central Florida or Louisiana. To explore the day in the life of a Family-Teaching Couple, please visit this address: https://jobs.boystown.org/family-teaching-couples Live on-site in a Boys Town Family Home and provide direct care for 6-8 at-risk youth through creating a safe and loving family-style living environment Provide emotional support utilizing praise, positive feedback, affection and empathy to build ones self-confidence and respect Use rational problem solving techniques to teach youth critical thinking skills, assist with behavioral problems, counsel through personal issues and provide crisis intervention Plan, participate and provide opportunities for individual and family activities that are both educational and entertaining Display and teach parenting, family and relationship skills to youth, legal guardians and caretakers to create family engagement Maintain contact with both internal and external consumers agencies to obtain or provide information regarding youth’s behaviors, strategies and progress Prepare written records for household budgeting, tracking youth progress, reporting incidents/behaviors and document youth medical needs and appointments Teach and role model Boys Town values and ethical behaviors, as well as support and encourage participation in regular religious activities Supervise the activities of assigned Assistant Family-Teacher to aid in their development and success Manage the daily operating schedule of the home; assist with youth transportation needs, and overall household upkeep Benefits Annual starting salary of $68,000 per couple (Dependent upon location) Benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance; a 401K retirement plan; paid vacation and sick leave Significantly subsidized living expenses, which include rent, utilities, and a monthly household budget (Dependent upon location) Opportunities to earn college credit while working Career advancement opportunities within the organization Relocation Assistance Company vehicle Required Qualifications Be at least 21 years of age or older, except if applying for Washington D.C. due to contractual requirements one must be at least 22 years of age or older High School diploma or equivalent is required, some college credit is preferred Valid driver’s license with good driving record and ability to pass MVR Check Flexibility and willingness to work a wide array of hours, which includes days, evenings, weekends and holidays Ability to pass a thorough background check and reference verification procedure in order to determine one’s fitness to satisfactorily and safely care for youth Ability to attend a 2-weeks paid training in Omaha, Nebraska This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.

Boys Town United States Full time

Jul 30, 2018

Children's Coordinator & Case Manager

Are you looking to make a life-changing difference in the lives of the marginalized members of our community? Since 1985, Door of Hope, a faith-based nonprofit, has been a place of hope and restoration for hundreds of families in need. Our mission is simple: to equip families to rebuild their lives and break the cycle of homelessness. If you desire to be a catalyst for change, we want to hear from you. Summary The Children’s Coordinator & Case Manager is a dual role at our Domestic Violence site, reporting to the Program Manager. As a Children’s Coordinator, the incumbent is responsible for fostering the development and well-being of the elementary school aged children, primarily through overseeing the After School Program. As a Case Manager, the incumbent provides case management for 1-2 families, focusing on empowering families to overcome their challenges (employment, savings, child care, legal hardships, etc.). This person is an example of Door of Hope’s core values: Christ-Centered, Holistic, Compassionate, Relational, and doing all things with Excellence. Hours Full-Time Flexible scheduling with required After School Program hours (weekday afternoons) Responsibilities Children’s Coordinator Oversee and manage the daily structure of the After School Program (ASP) Invest in children and care for their individual needs and development with a focus on academic and social skills Train, manage, and coordinate supporting staff, volunteers, and tutors Maintain a strong relationship with local schools, staff and administrators Lead and coordinate activities, field trips, special events and outings Maintain regular, open and honest communication with parents to best support the development of their children Network and build community partnerships that will enrich Door of Hope’s programs Case Manager Develop and supervise case management plans for 1-2 families; track goals and progress by conducting weekly meetings with families Establish a realistic budget with families and monitor their financial behavior Support the Program Manager in implementation and development of rules, forms, and overall direction of the program Serve as key communication point between families and staff Provide crisis intervention, referrals, and serve as advocate for residents as needed Provide house coverage and oversee house management duties Perform any other task necessary to support the mission of Door of Hope Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, education, or similar field strongly preferred MSW preferred 2-3 years of experience working with children and youth in an academic or ministry setting required Domestic Violence trainings or certification strongly preferred Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required **Apply by sending your resume and brief cover letter to jobs@doorofhope.us.**

Door of Hope Pasadena, CA, USA Full time

Jul 30, 2018

Supportive Services Case Manager

Are you looking to make a life-changing difference in the lives of the marginalized members of our community? Since 1985, Door of Hope, a faith-based nonprofit, has been a place of hope and restoration for hundreds of families in need. Our mission is simple: to equip families to rebuild their lives and break the cycle of homelessness. If you desire to be a catalyst for change, we want to hear from you. Summary The Supportive Services Case Manager (SSCM) reports to the Rapid Rehousing Manager (RRH Manager) and is responsible for wraparound and follow-up case management for families placed in permanent housing. The SSCM also services families in Door of Hope’s pilot prevention program.This person is an example of Door of Hope’s core values: Christ-Centered, Holistic, Compassionate, Relational, and doing all things with Excellence. Hours Full-Time Flexible schedule, but must be available when families can meet of Case Management (at least 2-3 evening shifts/week) Responsibilities Meet with families to create an individualized case plans including goals and supportive services needed to accomplish those goals Provide a bridge of support between families their permanent housing situations Work with the RRH Manager to develop, implement and improve systems and processes to support families, especially in Door of Hope’s pilot prevention program Connect with families on caseload at least once per month to offer support and document their progress in stability, communicating challenges and progress with relevant staff Available to families on an as-needed or emergency basis (this may include after hours) Connect with relevant social service agencies (child care, employment, legal, SSI, DPSS, health, etc.) to advocate for families and help them reach their goals Encourage, motivate, and encourage families to handle unresolved problems with the DMV, IRS, INS, the Courts, credit agencies, banks, schools, or any other organization Advocate for families at court appointments, government agencies, schools, and supportive service agencies as needed Work with parents to develop and reach goals for their children, including enrollment and support in school, childcare, and extracurricular activities as desired Perform any other task necessary to support the mission of Door of Hope Qualifications B.A. in Social Work or related degree strongly preferred MSW strongly preferred 2 years’ experience in case management strongly preferred Must be a highly organized, detail-oriented, and a strong independent worker Preferred bilingual in Spanish and English Preferred familiarity with recovery models such as 12-step programs Preferred knowledge of Motivational Interviewing (MI) Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required **Apply by sending your resume and brief cover letter to jobs@doorofhope.us.**

Door of Hope Pasadena, CA, USA Full time

Jul 30, 2018

Case Manager

Are you looking to make a life-changing difference in the lives of the marginalized members of our community? Since 1985, Door of Hope, a faith-based nonprofit, has been a place of hope and restoration for hundreds of families in need. Our mission is simple: to equip families to rebuild their lives and break the cycle of homelessness. If you desire to be a catalyst for change, we want to hear from you. Summary The Case Manager reports to the Program Manager and focuses on the practical, tangible challenges in the lives of our families (gaining employment and sustainable income, growing savings through budgeting, obtaining affordable child care, planning for future education, eliminating legal and financial hardships, etc.). This person exemplifies Door of Hope’s core values: Christ-Centered, Holistic, Compassionate, Relational, and doing all things with Excellence. Hours Full-Time Swing Shift: 3 day shifts (8am-4:30pm), 2 evening shifts (2pm-10:30pm) per week Responsibilities Develop and supervise case management plans for families; track goals and progress by conducting weekly meetings with families Establish a realistic budget with families and monitor their financial behavior Support the Program Manager in implementation and development of rules, forms, and overall direction of the program Serve as key communication point between families and staff Upholds program policies and holds families accountable for their compliance Coordinate and conduct intakes with new families Orient new families to program Use HMIS system to maintain all documentation Provide crisis intervention, referrals, and accompany families to law enforcement and social service appointments; serve as advocate for residents as needed Build and maintain strong relationships with different agencies regarding the needs and services of families (child care, employment, legal, SSI, DPSS, health) Attend and assist in weekly house meetings and special programs Oversee room inspections and document program infractions; communicate infractions to specific family Provide house coverage and oversee house management duties Perform any other task necessary to support the mission of Door of Hope Qualifications B.A. in Social Work or related degree strongly preferred MSW preferred 1-3 years of experience in social work, specifically case management strongly preferred Strong character reflecting Door of Hope’s Core Values Preferred bilingual in Spanish and English Preferred familiarity with recovery models such as 12-step programs **Apply by sending your resume and brief cover letter to jobs@doorofhope.us.**

Door of Hope Pasadena, CA, USA Full time