Prior successful experience in childcare is required.
Education requirements: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Position available immediately.
Please send resume or request an application:
Via email toInfo@BrandermillChurch.org Via mail to
The Brandermill Church, Nursery Search
4500 Millridge Pkwy,
Midlothian, VA 23112
Via FAX to 804-744-9105
Qualified applicants will be required to complete The Brandermill Church Employment Application and to authorize a background check. The Brandermill Church commits to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.
Principal Functions:
The Education Assistant will conduct educational programs for organized groups of park visitors as well as perform a variety of tasks designed to serve general Park visitors.
Responsibilities:
The Education Assistant will:
• Become certified in all Park educational programs by passing written exams, attending classes and demonstrating competence in public speaking, program delivery, and visitor management techniques.
• Deliver educational programs adhering to the approved program outlines and Park standards to students (primarily fourth, fifth, and sixth grades).
• Serve at Visitor Services duty stations as needed.
• Maintain a professional appearance consistent with Park standards.
• Work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays, and evenings, as visitor demand requires.
• Demonstrate reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Maintain cordial, cooperative, and professional working relations with co-workers, supervisors, and the public.
• Demonstrate outstanding verbal communication skills and business-level written communication skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously without close supervision.
• Assist other departments and participate in special events as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in History, Interpretation, Education or related field.
• At least one year of professional experience presenting educational programs to children at a museum, historic site, or in the classroom.
• Familiarity with nineteenth century American social and Civil War history developed through formal education, professional experience, or personal study.
• Knowledge of the principles of museum education.
• Demonstrated ability to speak to large audiences with clarity.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
To Apply: Submit a complete Pamplin Historical Park application form, a resume, and a narrative statement of not more than two typewritten pages addressing the preferred qualifications for this position. Additional materials may be included at the applicant's discretion; however, the Park does not guarantee the return of any application materials. Highly qualified applicants will be interviewed by telephone. The best candidates will be invited to participate in a personal interview at the Park at their own expense. All applicants will be notified about the status of their application; therefore, we request that applicants do not call the Park for information about their candidacy. Applicants wishing to withdraw their name from consideration should notify Pamplin Historical Park at their earliest convenience.
The Housing Resource Center (HRC) is designed to minimize the challenges of obtaining and maintaining permanent housing. The Housing Resource Center is for individuals and families with housing barriers who are trying to locate and maintain housing. The HRC is not designed to take the place of case management services.
This newly created housing specialist position will assist with addressing these barriers utilizing The American Recovery Reinvestment Act’s Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing (HPRP) funding awarded to VSH through the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD). This expanded geographic area includes Petersburg, Colonial Heights, Dinwiddie, Prince George, Hopewell, Hanover, Goochland, Powhatan, New Kent, and Charles City.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES: The primary focus of this position is the Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing (HPRP) component of the Housing Resource Center, but may include, in certain cases, the Shelter Plus Care and A Place to Start (APTS) programs. The Housing Specialist reports to the Director of Housing Access Programs.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist with the development and operation of the HPRP component of the Housing Resource Center to include, but not limited to the following tasks:
• Complete HQS inspections when required by HPRP funding
• Develop and maintain relationships with landlords in specified community(s)
• Assist with maintaining/populating findhousingva.org with landlords who have affordable rental housing
• Conduct housing barrier assessments with appropriate HPRP households
• Assist with data entry into HCIS system
• Provide housing location services in specified geographic areas
• Assist with screening/intake process, when appropriate, for HPRP program
• Assist other Housing Resource Center housing specialists with triage, information, and referral to other community resources.
• Provide prevention services in specified geographic areas
• Assist with development of Housing Resource Center in expanded geographic areas.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree required. Experience providing permanent housing services and related course work may be substituted, with at least one year’s experience working with low-income and/or homeless adults. Knowledge of homeless population and resources helpful. Knowledge of Fair Housing Law preferred. HQS inspection training/experience preferred. Ability to interact in a professional manner with clients, peers, landlords, and collateral agencies required. Good computer skills, oral and written communication skills required. Valid drivers license required. Some use of personal vehicle required. Flexibility and desire to participate in new program required. Certified Housing Counselor preferred.
Please note that this position is grant funded. Additionally, the person hired for this position will be required to travel to the geographic areas listed above on a daily basis.
This position closes at 5:00 pm on Monday, November 23rd.
Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. EOE
Interested candidates please submit cover letter and resume to jobs@virginiasupportivehousing.org Attn: Housing Specialist or fax to 525-1945 Attn: Katie VanArnam.
The Housing Resource Center (HRC) is designed to minimize the challenges of obtaining and maintaining permanent housing. The Housing Resource Center is for individuals and families with housing barriers who are trying to locate and maintain housing.
In partnership with VSH Housing Specialists, this newly created case management position will assist with addressing housing barriers and permanently housing eligible single adults in the City of Richmond who utilize the Cold Weather Overflow Shelter. This part time position is funded through The American Recovery Reinvestment Act’s Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing (HPRP) funding awarded to VSH through the City of Richmond.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES: The primary functions of this position will be to perform program intake and assessment, determine eligibility for services, develop service plans, monitor participant progress, and provide quality, client-driven case management services to individuals who receive HPRP funds for permanent housing. Eligible participants will actively utilize the Cold Weather Overflow Shelter. The Case Manager – HPRP will also be the primary point of contact for intake into this program, as well as responsible for coordinating with the VSH housing staff and entering data into the Richmond HCIS system.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree required. A minimum of two years experience providing community based case management services is required. Knowledge of single adult homeless population and resources required. Knowledge of Fair Housing Law preferred. Ability to interact in a professional manner with clients, peers, landlords, and collateral agencies required. Good computer skills, oral and written communication skills required. Valid drivers license required. Some use of personal vehicle required. Flexibility and desire to participate in new program required.
Please note that this part time position (20 hours a week) is grant funded. Hours will be flexible, but some weekend and evening work will be required. Primary office space for this position will be at the Richmond City Department of Social Services.
This position closes at 5:00 pm on Monday, November 23rd.
Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. EOE
Interested candidates please submit cover letter and resume to jobs@virginiasupportivehousing.org Attn: Case Manger - HPRP or fax to 525-1945 Attn: Katie VanArnam.
Minimum Qualifications: Must have at least two (2) years of experience with children in the field of institutional management, social work, education or other allied discipline or a graduate degree in a profession related to childcare and development.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Schedules weekly individual therapy sessions with Day Program students.
Responsible for the documentation of individual and group sessions.
Helps youths to respond constructively to treatment and assist in adjustment leading
to and following discharge.
Develops monthly progress reports on each student.
Serves as link between youth, school, and community.
Works directly in treatment relationship with youths, individually or in groups,
in consultation with Education Coordinator.
Refers youth or their family to other community resources.
In conjunction with the Treatment Team, determines weekly treatment direction for
each youth.
Responds adequately to emergencies and potentially unsafe situations with students.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supports the team to develop an active group process treatment in assigned classrooms.
Maintain all necessary documentation and insure files are complete.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Capacity to respond adequately to emergencies and potentially unsafe situations with
cottage youths.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Master's level therapist, LCSW, LPC, or compatible licensure. Two to three years
experience in residential/school setting preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
LCSW or LPC. Current driver's license with acceptable driving record and proof of auto
insurance.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Periodic travel including transportation of youth in personal or agency vehicle required.
New Song Church announces an opening for a dynamic, innovative person to create, direct, and produce weekly contemporary worship services. The Worship Leader will have the freedom to develop an inspiring, culturally relevant and memorable worship experience for both seekers and believers.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Balance the importance of ministering to, recruiting and training a team of vocalists, instrumentalists, and technical support to create a cohesive, spiritually significant worship service that makes an impact for Jesus. The Worship Leader will help lead, shape and oversee the worship culture of the church in conjunction with the church’s leadership, and work to bring alive the Church’s mission statement: “To help seekers come to know Christ and help believers become fully-devoted followers of Jesus.” A likeable, easy-going person with vision and the ability to both motivate and mobilize people is expected. The Worship Leader will be a resource person and consultant to other members of the Leadership Team (of which the Worship Leader is a member) and C.O.R.E. Ministry Team Leaders. In this capacity, the Worship Leader will be aware of the major ministry responsibilities of the other leaders and confer with them to help their ministries in the building of relationships within the wider scope of the Church. Other responsibilities include the oversight of weekly rehearsals, generating visual media and drama presentations for the congregation to follow in worship, insure the schedules for each part of the team are in order, attend the weekly staff meeting and monthly Leadership Team meeting, and continue in one’s own training and pursuit of Christ. The Worship Leader will lead the weekly worship design/review/planning meeting, along with researching and selecting music as appropriate to the topic and direction of the service. The Worship Leader shall possess abilities to recognize musical talent from within the congregation and encourage development of these graces. The Worship Leader will compile an annual budget and be responsible for the purchase of music, equipment and supplies (within the church’s purchasing guidelines). The Worship Leader works under the supervision of the Lead Pastor and is accountable to the Pastor, Staff-Parish Relations (Personnel) Team and Leadership Team.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A mature, strong, and growing relationship with Jesus Christ; gifted in music as an expression of faith and creative artistic discernment. Technical skills are preferred, to include knowledge of visual illustration software and related needs for band and vocal equipment. Instrumental and vocal gifts are preferred. Other qualifications include: be a strong visionary, have leadership and teaching gifts, a desire to inspire creativity, planning and organizational skills; dependability, a developed familiarity in contemporary worship; must posses both self-discipline and self-motivation, be an effective team builder and motivator, and be a competent communicator (both interpersonally and publicly).
EVALUATION:
The job performance and compensation of the Worship Leader will be evaluated annually by the Staff-Parish Relations (Personnel) Team.
FT/PT:
The hours for this position are currently set at 30 hours each week. Compensation is commensurate with experience. References and salary expectations requested.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for guidance and supervision of assigned youth including, overseeing physical care, developing acceptable habits and attitudes, behavior management, and helping them meet the goals and objectives of any required service plan.
Actively participates in the cottage life of assigned youth. Supervises and monitors youth and activities in accordance with applicable regulations.
Facilitates and documents a variety of therapeutic groups designed to support the youths' treatment plans including but not limited to daily goal setting and evaluation and conflict resolution.
Teaches and models independent living skills including but not limited to cooking, cleaning, and laundering.
Provides guidance and direction to youth in a manner that develops and nurtures personal values and a solid system of communication.
Uses agency technology (e-mail, Etime, Harmony, Intranet, etc.) to complete documentation and communicate.
Accurately completes and maintains documentation such as daily logs, group logs, incident reports, etc. Develops documentation skills as outlined in the Youth Counselor Career Development Plan.
Attends and participates in team meetings concerning residents as assigned.
Provides crisis intervention for residents, to include the use of approved verbal and physical intervention techniques. Implements the agency's behavior management practices according to policy and procedures. Practices client interaction and conflict management as outlined in the Youth Counselor Career Development Plan.
Prepares breakfast and packs school lunches for youth in care. Responsible for table setting, meal etiquette, kitchen clean-up, and food storage according to health standards. Teach, coach, and involve youth in above activities.
Responds adequately to emergencies and potentially unsafe situations with cottage youths.
Demonstrates good interpersonal skills and teamwork as outlined in the Youth Counselor Career Development Plan.
Displays dependability by arriving to shifts or meetings early or on time. Practices prudent notification and use of sick time.
Serves a role model for youth in the areas of ethics, morals, appearance, spirituality, lifestyle principles, and by using techniques outlined in Foundation Training.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Participates in required and voluntary in-service trainings and programs.
Provides emergency coverage for sickness, vacations, and during times of special need.
Completes all listed cottage responsibilities.
Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) in human services from four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Current driver's license with acceptable driving record and proof of auto insurance.
First Aid, CPR, and manual restraint training.
SUMMARY
Works with the treatment team to develop and maintain a therapeutic milieu assuring the health, safety, and therapeutic support of all youth. Facilitates and documents various therapeutic and educational groups in support of each youth’s treatment plan.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for guidance and supervision of assigned youth including, overseeing physical care, developing acceptable habits and attitudes, behavior management, and helping them meet the goals and objectives of any required service plan.
Actively participates in the cottage life of assigned youth. Supervises and monitors youth and activities in accordance with applicable regulations.
Facilitates and documents a variety of therapeutic groups designed to support the youths' treatment plans including but not limited to daily goal setting and evaluation and conflict resolution.
Responsible for meal preparation, table setting, meal etiquette, kitchen clean-up, and food storage according to health standards. Teach, coach, and involve youth in above activities.
Teaches and models independent living skills including but not limited to cooking, cleaning, and laundering.
Provides guidance and direction to youth in a manner that develops and nurtures personal values and a solid system of communication.
Uses agency technology (e-mail, Etime, Harmony, Intranet, etc.) to complete documentation and communicate.
Accurately completes and maintains documentation such as daily logs, group logs, incident reports, etc. Develops documentation skills as outlined in the Youth Counselor Career Development Plan.
Attends and participates in team meetings concerning residents as assigned.
Provides crisis intervention for residents, to include the use of approved verbal and physical intervention techniques. Implements the agency's behavior management practices according to policy and procedures. Practices client interaction and conflict management as outlined in the Youth Counselor Career Development Plan.
Responds adequately to emergencies and potentially unsafe situations with cottage youths.
Demonstrates good interpersonal skills and teamwork as outlined in the Youth Counselor Career Development Plan.
Displays dependability by arriving to shifts or meetings early or on time. Practices prudent notification and use of sick time.
Serves a role model for youth in the areas of ethics, morals, appearance, spirituality, lifestyle principles, and by using techniques outlined in Foundation Training.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Participates in required and voluntary in-service trainings and programs.
Provides emergency coverage for sickness, vacations, and during times of special need.
Prepares meals for youth in care.
Completes all listed cottage responsibilities.
Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) in human services from four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Objective: To assist in fulfilling the church’s responsibility for the Christian nurture of its youth by helping to create an engaging, welcoming environment in which students experience real Christian community for themselves.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS/SKILLS
Devotion to Jesus Christ and a heart for adolescents
Experience connecting with youth in a faith context
Willingness to share faith with youth in a variety of settings
Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
Willingness to participate in occasional retreats/special events
KEY RESULTS:
Know the names and faces of all First Presbyterian youth and their parents.
Attend regular youth leader meetings for encouragement, training and coordination.
Pray for and contact the youth of the church regularly.
Share in the hands-on leadership of the weekly youth fellowship programs as assigned by the supervising staff person.
Build friendships with youth and their parents by greeting the youth or parents by name in the hall at church.
Attend morning Sunday school programs and Sunday night youth fellowship.
Attend trips and retreats as time allows.
Attend student events (games, meets, ceremonies) as time allows.
Seek other creative means of building friendships with the youth and their parents.
Seek to be informed about any special victories, concerns or challenges being faced by the youth and his or her family and, as often as reasonable, pass that information on to the youth staff.
Strategize regularly with the Associate Pastor for youth about any youth or parents who don’t seem to be connecting.
Abide by First Presbyterian Church's Child and Youth Protection Policy.
Hours per Week: ~10 (flexible)
Compensation will be discussed.
Make a difference in the fight against blood cancers by recruiting Virginia schools to participate in service learning programs which offer school aged students the opportunity to learn about philanthropy, blood cancers, and the difference that spare change can make. Students collect spare change and organize fundraising events to benefit LLS.
Duties & Responsibilities
• Contact schools in Virginia to recruit them to participate in the Pennies for Patients or Pasta for Pennies program.
• Present the programs to school contacts and send them information (email, fax or mail) as needed.
• Maintain accurate notes about school status and callbacks.
• Follow up with the contact person and register the school over the phone.
• Customize recruitment materials and/or suggest creative ideas for getting more schools involved.
• Attend and participate in weekly goal setting meetings.
Qualifications
• Excellent communication skills
• Clear, concise speaking voice and social skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Applicants must be self motivated and conscientious
• Applicants must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs
• Applicants must be able to use common office equipment.
Position available immediately. EOE
Submit cover letter and resume by email, fax to (804) 627-0406 or send to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 5511 Staples Mill Rd., Ste. 202B, Richmond, VA 23228. No phone calls, please.
Qualifications: High School Diploma and two years work experience or a combination of education and experience that will provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities; strong interpersonal and communication skills; the ability to interact effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and personalities; ability to meet crises calmly, solve problems; and show initiative and flexibility. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills as well as good time management skills. Must have own automobile and be prepared to use it on the job. Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time. Must be willing to work out of own home. Must have a flexible schedule to accommodate corporate needs and schedules.
We seek a Virginia resident committed to community building with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) people and our allies to increase awareness, education, and successful programs to respond to intimate partner violence, sexual violence, hate crimes, and other forms of violence experienced by LGBTQ individuals in Virginia. This position is funded by a grant that extends through December 2010; an opportunity for continuing work after that date is likely but would be negotiated under a separate agreement. Primary responsibilities will be to accomplish grant deliverables on time and meeting measurable objectives, including creating training curricula, delivering trainings, assisting in the development of best practice protocols and getting those protocols implemented (see specifics below). Secondary responsibilities may include coordination of fundraising tasks, support for board of directors meetings and projects, and maintaining communications interfaces (responding to telephone calls, emails, and other inquiries, and updating portions of the website), as well as any other duties that may be mutually agreed.
This position is open until filled. We anticipate beginning the interviewing process in the first week of November. LGBTQ-identified individuals, survivors of violence, and people of color are particularly encouraged to apply.
JOB DUTIES:
• Assist in developing training curricula on violence in and against the LGBTQ community
• Coordinate, plan and lead ten multi-hour trainings per year in five regions of Virginia
• Prepare materials for trainings
• Conduct five focus groups around the state; gather and compile data
• Analyze results of trainings and focus groups
• Prepare resource guides
• Assist in developing best practice protocols for sexual and domestic violence agencies and LGBTQ organizations
• Assist in getting best practice protocols implemented by relevant bodies
• Create a survivor handbook for LGBTQ victims/survivors of violence
• Collect data and prepare quarterly grant reports
• Attend board meetings as requested
• Assist in generating/creating press releases
• Distribute press releases throughout Virginia
• Keep abreast of new grant opportunities; apply for grants
• Keep abreast of LGBTQ news in Virginia and nationwide, especially violence issues
• Assist with fundraising
• Serve as communication hub for the organization; front line for phone calls and emails
• Responsible for use of and accounting for office operating funds
• Office management
REQUIRED SKILLS:
• Committed to the goals of the organization
• Background in LGBTQ and violence issues
• Effective communication skills
• Self-motivated; self-directed. Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Flexibility to shift priorities to meet various program goals on time, meeting measurable objectives
• Ability to effectively manage limited resources
• Computer skills
• Ability to travel throughout Virginia
• College education and/or equivalent work experience
PREFERRED SKILLS:
• Experience as a trainer
• Grant writing experience
• Experience coordinating volunteers
• Fundraising experience
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to create and maintain websites
ABOUT THE VAVP:
The VAVP works to address and end violence within and against lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer communities across Virginia.
We believe that in order to end homophobia, biphobia, transphobia and heterosexism we must also work against other oppressions including, but not limited to: racism, classism, sexism, xenophobia, anti-Semitism, ableism and ageism.
We affirm and develop LGBTQ leadership as essential to our mission.
We work to end hate violence, intimate partner violence, sexual violence, state-sanctioned violence, stalking, bullying and harassment.
We work to promote respectful and equitable relationships, community accountability, LGBTQ visibility, access to survivor support, and affirming collaborations.
We are a member organization of the National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs and are currently supported through Grant #09-A5942DV09 from the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services.
*Experience working with adolescents and facilitating groups
*Licensed Therapist (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LCAS, CCS) in the State of Virginia
*Education: Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling or other Human Services field
*Has obtained license and remains in good standing with respective licensing board
*Must maintain professional relationships
* Must have access to a computer and internet
ESSENTIAL DUTIES: This position is responsible for providing daily operation and clinical oversight of the APTS ICT team. Provides supervision and leadership to a diverse staff. Specific duties include staff supervision, staff scheduling to ensure adequate coverage, coordination and provision of mental health treatment services, coordination with VSH housing staff to facilitate permanent housing, supervision of clinical records to ensure compliance with all regulating bodies (Medicaid, DMHMRSAS licensing), coordination with community stakeholders, participation in APTS research and evaluation plan, and monitoring of budget, to include billing, with Director of Housing Access Programs. Performs other work as required. The Team Leader reports directly to VSH’s Director of Housing Access Programs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelors Degree in Human Services field with at least three years of experience working with adults with serious mental illness required. Masters Degree in related field preferred.
• Progressively increased responsibilities including supervisory experience required.
• Knowledge of the mental health system, community resources, program development, psychotropic medications, and of the Intensive/Assertive Community Treatment Model required.
• Experience with homeless persons and homeless service system is preferred.
• Skills in assessing, diagnosing, and formulating treatment goals and implementation of recovery oriented services to persons with serious mental illness and co-occurring substance abuse disorders required.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding this population, and experience in Medicaid billing procedures required.
• Good computer skills required.
• Must have knowledge of Behavioral Management and Medication Management.
• Ability to interact in a professional manner with program participants, peers, and collateral agencies required.
• Good oral and written communication skills required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet VSH driving requirements is required.
• Pre-employment drug testing and FBI criminal background check required.
CLOSING DATE: This posting will remain open until filled.
Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. EOE
This is a reposting for this position. Previous applicants need not apply.
Local Area Representative responsibilities:
* Help to locate and place high school exchange students in qualified homes
* Maintain a relationship with each school/secure a school space for each student placed
* Conduct a host family orientation prior to the student arrival and a student orientation after arrival
* Maintain & document regular on-going contact with the host family & student
*Plan & conduct 3 activities with the student/host family during the year
*Mediate & help resolve any adjustment issues
SUMMARY
Works with the treatment team to develop and maintain a therapeutic milieu assuring the health, safety, and therapeutic support of all youth. Facilitates and documents various therapeutic and educational groups in support of each youth’s treatment plan.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for guidance and supervision of assigned youth including, overseeing physical care, developing acceptable habits and attitudes, behavior management, and helping them meet the goals and objectives of any required service plan.
Actively participates in the cottage life of assigned youth. Supervises and monitors youth and activities in accordance with applicable regulations.
Facilitates and documents a variety of therapeutic groups designed to support the youths' treatment plans including but not limited to daily goal setting and evaluation and conflict resolution.
Responsible for meal preparation, table setting, meal etiquette, kitchen clean-up, and food storage according to health standards. Teach, coach, and involve youth in above activities.
Teaches and models independent living skills including but not limited to cooking, cleaning, and laundering.
Provides guidance and direction to youth in a manner that develops and nurtures personal values and a solid system of communication.
Uses agency technology (e-mail, Etime, Harmony, Intranet, etc.) to complete documentation and communicate.
Accurately completes and maintains documentation such as daily logs, group logs, incident reports, etc. Develops documentation skills as outlined in the Youth Counselor Career Development Plan.
Attends and participates in team meetings concerning residents as assigned.
Provides crisis intervention for residents, to include the use of approved verbal and physical intervention techniques. Implements the agency's behavior management practices according to policy and procedures. Practices client interaction and conflict management as outlined in the Youth Counselor Career Development Plan.
Responds adequately to emergencies and potentially unsafe situations with cottage youths.
Demonstrates good interpersonal skills and teamwork as outlined in the Youth Counselor Career Development Plan.
Displays dependability by arriving to shifts or meetings early or on time. Practices prudent notification and use of sick time.
Serves a role model for youth in the areas of ethics, morals, appearance, spirituality, lifestyle principles, and by using techniques outlined in Foundation Training.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Participates in required and voluntary in-service trainings and programs.
Provides emergency coverage for sickness, vacations, and during times of special need.
Prepares meals for youth in care.
Completes all listed cottage responsibilities.
Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) in human services from four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Master's degree in social work or related field with a minimum of 5 years direct service experience.
Broad and detailed knowledge of the Richmond, VA Youth and Family services field.
Computer literate.
THIS IS NOT A POSITION FOR A RECENT GRAD, THIS IS A POSITION FOR A SEASONED PROFESSIONAL.