October Professional Opportunities Bulletin
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| Deadline for the November Professional Opportunities Bulletin is October 23, 2008. |
CONTENTS
CONNECTICUT
COLORADO
FLORIDA
MARYLAND
MICHIGAN
MASSACHUSETTS
NEW JERSEY
NORTH CAROLINA
PENNSYLVANIA
TENNESSEE
CONNECTICUT
| EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR-JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF GREATER NEW HAVEN |
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For more than 100 years, JFS of Greater New Haven has been dedicated to preserving and strengthening individual, family, and community life within the Jewish and broader New Haven communities. We provide a wide range of services, resources and opportunities, including our food pantry, adoption services, foster care, counseling, tutoring, job training, and elder care services. JFSGNH currently seeks an Executive Director to build on the agency’s existing programs and to set the course for its future. We are looking for an individual who is motivated to inspire all stakeholders in the important work of JFSGNH—employees, directors, donors, strategic partners, and clients. It’s a tall order.
We are looking for an individual with experience, who understands and can practice the principles of sound fiscal management; an engaging leader and exceptional communicator; a proven fundraiser who can provide direction and inspiration to the organization; a master architect of strategic, business, and operational planning; a skilled and experienced collaborator who will strive for innovative program and service delivery. This individual will report to and work in collaboration with a committed Board of Directors and must be able to encourage the development of strong community relationships.
The candidate must have significant experience in senior organizational leadership at an Executive Director or CEO level. Our ideal candidate will also bring passion and vision to this particular leadership role. We require a strong business focus, as well as a well-developed knowledge of the social services sector.
JFSGNH is the social services provider of the New Haven Jewish community, and therefore, the position requires above all a commitment to the core Jewish values of the agency.
Resumes should be mailed to:
Lauren Arch/Search Committee
JFS of New Haven
1440 Whalley Avenue
New Haven, CT 06515
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COLORADO
| GROUP HOME MANAGER-JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF COLORADO |
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Position Summary:
The position supervises the day-to-day operations of the Jewish Group
Home. This position has the responsibility and authority for
program management and development.
Qualifications:
A. Education: Bachelors
degree in Special Education or a related field preferred.
B. Experience: Minimum of
five years’ management of a Residential Group Home for people with
developmental disabilities.
Responsibilities:
A. Train and supervise staff in health, safety, and
operational policies and responsibilities related to the Group
Home.
B. Implement operating plans including goals,
objectives, and measurements. Contribute to the development of
these goals.
C. Organize tasks and personnel to accomplish
objectives and meet departmental goals.
D. Provide direct supervision to group home
residents as needed.
E. Participate in screening, selection, and hiring
of group home staff.
F. Monitor and evaluate performance of all assigned
employees. Recommend personnel actions and carry out
such actions upon review of Human Resource Director.
G. Review and prepare statistical reports for
funders and management as required.
H. Represent the Agency to other agencies and the
public.
I. Participate in meetings as required.
J. Ensure adequate staff coverage at the Group Home
at all times, substitute for staff as needed.
K. Comply with federal, state, and local rules and
regulations regarding Group Home services at all times. Develop plans
of correction in response to any recommendations of regulatory agencies.
L. Complete and submit all required paperwork and
reports to funding agencies on time as required.
M. Monitor all medication inventory and distribution
to residents to assure accuracy and client safety.
N. Train all staff on use of operations manual and
update manual as needed.
O. Supervise menu planning and ordering of food and
supplies in accordance with rules of Kashrut.
P. Support residents and staff in observance of
Jewish holidays.
Q. Access van maintenance and repair services on a
regular basis.
R. Supervise the development and implementation of
residents' Individual Support Plans, with emphasis on
maximum independence and community inclusion.
S. Coordinate staff schedules and duties to assure
maximum effectiveness and efficiency.
T. Facilitate resident input meetings monthly
U. Facilitate staff meetings monthly.
V. Develop, implement, and monitor annual department
goals and individual staff goals in concert with Disability Service
Director.
W. Manage all clients' personal needs funds in
accordance with regulator agency and Jewish Family Service
requirements.
X. Access all facility maintenance and repair
services as needed.
Other Duties/Qualifications
A. Must be able to carry or lift up to 35 pounds.
B. Drive a l5-passenger van. Possess a clean driving
record.
Please respond to Jean Marshall at Jewish Family Service, fax:
303-597-7700 or by email: jmarshall@jewishfamilyservice.org.
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FLORIDA
| DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN, ADOLESCENT AND ADULT COUNSELING
SERVICES-JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF SARASOTA-MANATEE |
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QUALIFICATIONS
* Minimum of Masters in mental health related program (Licensed Social
Worker Preferred)
* Minimum of seven years’ direct practice with children, adolescents,
and adults
* Minimum of three years’ administrative and supervisory
responsibilities
* Ability to identify program expansion opportunities and to perform
task, such as grant writing, to secure funds
* Ability to work independently and ability to take directions
* Familiar with community outreach
Please contact Philip Gorelick at 941-366-2224 or email: pgorelick@jfcs-cares.org
for further information.
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MARYLAND
| JEWISH COMMUNITY SERVICES OF BALTIMORE |
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JEWISH COMMUNITY SERVICES OF BALTIMORE has the following positions open:
Jewish Community Services (JCS) is a new consolidated agency comprising Jewish Family Services, Jewish Addiction Services, Jewish Big Brother/Big Sister League, and Jewish Vocational Services. JCS offers a stimulating professional environment with over 300 dedicated individuals providing a broad array of services. Competitive salary, excellent benefits package, and opportunities for in-house CEU’s offered
Clinical Supervisor, Adults Services - (Full-Time)
Jewish Community Services is seeking a licensed mental health professional (LCSW-C, LCPC) to provide clinical and administrative supervision to a team of providers of therapy services to older adults. Will serve as a member of the management team and provide direct services. Minimum of 3 years’ supervisory experience with experience providing therapeutic services to an older adult population.
Service Coordination Advisor – (Part-Time)
Jewish Community Services is seeking a part-time manager to supervise a case management team working with a varied population. LCSW-C, LCPC or related degree; at least 3 years of supervisory experience; ability to provide both clinical and administrative supervision; knowledge of and sensitivity to Jewish values and customs preferred; CEU’s offered.
Intake Clinician – (Full-Time)
Jewish Community Services (Access Center) is seeking a Clinician (LGSW or equivalent) for a full-time position as an Intake Clinician. The position requires sharp clinical and communication skills and knowledge of JCS and other community resources. As necessary, this individual will carry short-term cases.
Direct Care Staff
Needed for residential program. Responsible and compassionate individuals needed to work with adults with developmental disabilities. FT and PT shifts available. Must have valid driver’s license. Training provided. Competitive hourly rate.
Residential & Supported Living Counselors
Seeking responsible and compassionate individuals to work with adults and children with developmental disabilities. Full-time and part-time shifts available. Weekday, weekends, and evenings needed. Must have car. Competitive hourly rate.
Psychiatric Rehabiliation Program (PRP) Counselor – (Part-Time)
In-home/community psychiatric rehabilitation counseling with adults. Mental health education and experience required. Some college preferred. Hours are flexible. Must have access to a vehicle.
Please visit our website at www.jcsbaltimore.org
Fax your resume, cover letter, and include referral code (AJFCA) to 410-510-1464 or email jobsline@jcsbaltimore.org.
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MASSACHUSETTS
| JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF WESTERN MA |
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JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF WESTERN MA has the following positions open:
JFS is a multi-service, non-sectarian organization founded in 1915 with a $2.3m budget and 5 locations. We are looking for several candidates to join our growing, dynamic team in the following positions:
ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE MANAGER to provide fiscal leadership, strategic direction, and management for the organization’s financial and accounting functions. The individual will understand the budget process and be able to prepare and present accurate financial information. Knowledge in the area of fiscal controls essential. Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or similar required plus 5 years’ experience. Full-time position. Springfield Office.
CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER – 30 hrs/wk position for LICSW (MA license or eligible) with at least 5 years’ professional experience. Expertise in working with children, adolescents, and families preferred. Springfield office.
ELDER SERVICES CASE MANAGER – 22-½ hrs/wk position responsible for the daily care and management to support elders to live with dignity. Provide a wide range of services on behalf of incompetent elders. Responsibilities include monitoring medical, social and financial needs, individual assessments, and care plans. Travel required in Western MA, based at Springfield office. Mileage reimbursement provided. Bachelor’s required and at least 3 years’ experience working with elders.
Competitive salaries and excellent benefit package. Flexible works hours. AA/EOE/ADA
Please send cover letter and resume to: Jewish Family Service – HR, 15 Lenox Street, Springfield, MA 01108 or j.maggs@jfswm.org.
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MICHIGAN
| JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF METROPOLITAN DETROIT (JFS) |
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FAMILY LIFE CENTER DIRECTOR - JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF DETROIT
This position will oversee the outpatient mental health clinic, including substance abuse services, family case management, school social work, and other clinical programs and services. The successful candidate must have a strong clinical background as well as experience in quality assurance, utilization review, and accreditation processes. LMSW or related degree required. This position requires a minimum of five years in a management or administrative position and extensive computer experience.
Resumes only to: Sheryl Stoddard, Chief Administrative Officer, Jewish Family Service, 6555 W. Maple Rd., West Bloomfield, MI 48322 or email sstoddard@jfsdetroit.org or fax to (248) 592-2326. EOE
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NEW JERSEY
CREATIVE ARTS THERAPIST-JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF
CENTRAL NEW JERSEY
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Jewish Family Service of
Central New Jersey is seeking a full-time (M-F, 34 hours per week)
Creative Arts/Recreational/Activity Therapist to work as part of an
interdisciplinary team with older adults living in the community.
Experience with older adults preferred.
Email resume to: agallagher@jfscentralnj.com
or fax: 908-352-8858 attention: A. Gallagher.
ELDERCARE SOCIAL WORKER-JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF
METROWEST
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JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF METROWEST has the following positions open.
SOCIAL WORKER – PER DIEM – NJ LCSW to provide clinical services primarily to adults. Experience with individual, couples, and family treatment at Jewish social service agency. Afternoon and evening hours a must. Managed care providers preferred.
SOCIAL WORKER – PER DIEM – NJ LCSW to provide clinical services to children, adolescents, and parents at Jewish social service agency in Morris County location. Exp. in workshops/groups required. Afternoon and evening hours a must. Managed care providers preferred.
Email resume to jgerstein@jfsmetrowest.org.
NORTH CAROLINA
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DIRECTOR-JEWISH FAMILY
SERVICES OF GREENSBORO
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Jewish Family Services of Greensboro, North Carolina,
seeks a Director (30 hours/week) for its full-service, thriving
agency. This position oversees all programs and services of the
agency including staff supervision (6 employees), Board
development, budget oversight, grant writing, collaborative community
efforts, older adult services, financial assistance/scholarships,
resettlement and information and referral. JFS is a constituent
agency of the Greensboro Jewish Federation. Applicants should
hold a Master's level degree in Social Work (preferred) or related
field and shall have a minimum of five years’ experience in the
provision of human services. Supervisory and administrative
background is necessary. Preference is given to a candidate who
demonstrates a full knowledge and understanding of Jewish ethics,
values, family and community life.
Please send resume to: Marilyn Chandler, Executive Director,
Greensboro Jewish Federation, 5509-C West Friendly Avenue, Greensboro,
NC 27410 or to mchandler@shalomgreensboro.org.
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TENNESSEE
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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR-JEWISH
FAMILY SERVICE OF NASHVILLE AND MIDDLE TENNESSEE
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The Board of Directors delegates to the Executive Director the
authority to implement all policies and to operate the agency.
The Executive Director’s specific responsibilities and duties include:
Policy Making
* To advise the Board of agency operations and thus enable the Board to
carry out its policy-making responsibilities.
* In cooperation with the President, to elicit and engage members of
the Board for their contributions to the agency.
* In cooperation with the Board Development Committee, staff, and
officers to conduct orientations for new Board members.
* To serve as ex-officio member of all committees and contact
individual members to stimulate their involvement.
Case Work Supervision
* To strive for standards of practice at the level required for
accreditation by the COA.
Program and Service Planning and
Implementation
* To be responsible for the overall planning, implementation,
operation, and evaluation of agency programs and service.
* To design a system of programs and services that will achieve the
agency’s goals and objectives within the framework of available
resources.
* To keep informed of developments and trends in the field of services
for family and children.
* To be aware of changing community needs and patterns of service
delivery.
* To develop and conduct annual review of staff and evaluation of
programs and modify current programs and services to meet community
needs.
* With the Board, evaluate the Strategic Plan annually and to project
future programs in order to update the Strategic Plan.
Public Relations and Fund Raising
* To generate income by personally visiting and soliciting community
individuals and groups, including current and future Board member if
applicable.
* To generate income for agency operations by developing appropriate
programs and services.
* With Board approval and assistance to seek out and apply for
additional funding and take responsibility for writing and submitting
grants necessary to obtain funding of new and existing programs.
* To participate actively with agency funding sources, such as the
Jewish Federation of Nashville and Middle Tennessee and United Way.
* To assist the Board and take responsibility for the implementation of
special fund raising events.
* To provide for publicity and public education directly related to
increasing community awareness, support, and use of the agency.
* To promote inter-agency networking in the Nashville non-profit and
social service community.
* To participate in local, regional, and national committees as well as
activities of relevance to the Jewish community.
Personnel Management and
Relationships
* To recommend agency staffing needs to the Board and maintain
effective staff within budgetary guidelines.
* To hire, assign, develop, train, evaluate, promote, and terminate
staff in accordance with the personnel policies and to inform the
Executive Committee of these decisions.
* To implement a program of regular staff meetings at least bi-weekly
with each staff member.
* To work with the President and President-elect in recommending yearly
salary adjustments to the Board.
* To help recruit and develop good rapport with volunteers.
* To maintain a staff development plan.
* To solicit input from staff in assisting the Board in formulation of
agency policies and procedures including personnel practices.
* To maintain open lines of communication with the Executive Directors
of all Jewish agencies in the community.
Fiscal Management and Control
* To work with the Board in development of fiscal policies and
procedures and short- and long-term planning.
* To prepare agency budgets for Board approval.
* To administer the agency’s programs within its budgetary provision
and fiduciary responsibility.
* To monitor and control budgeted expenses and income.
* To provide the Board with periodic reports reflecting operations and
projecting anticipated financial outcome.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Masters degree from an accredited school of social work with work
experience and/or
2. A graduate degree related to the administration of a nonprofit
agency with work experience and/or
Extensive experience commensurate with either 1 or 2.
Resumes to David Lapp at David@PBSnashville.com
or phone 615-482-1640.
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PENNSYLVANIA
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MANAGER OF OPEN ARMS ADOPTION NETWORK’S SOUTH JERSEY BRANCH-CHERRY HILL, NEW JERSEY |
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SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Director of Open Arms Adoption Network, (a program of JFCS of Greater Philadelphia), the Manager of Open Arms Adoption Network’s South Jersey Branch in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, is responsible for all aspects of Open Arms’ adoption program in New Jersey. Duties include coordination, supervision, and oversight of fee-for-service providers of home studies and post-placement reports, provides social work services and outreach to pregnant women considering the option of adoption, provides social work services and outreach for families hoping to be adoptive parents and facilitates adoptions in the states of New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Serves as primary representative for the New Jersey services offered by Open Arms Adoption Network
2. Creates and maintains strong visibility for Open Arms in the new South Jersey branch office.
3. Provides information to prospective adoptive and birth families about services available through Open Arms Adoption Network through regularly scheduled information sessions, individual meetings, and other methods as appropriate.
4. Assigns and oversees activities and work product of fee-for-service home study and post placement reports, and serves as liaison between family, placing agency and contractors. Provides non-biased counseling to pregnant clients considering the option of adoption.
5. Provides ongoing post placement counseling to birth families and adoptive families.
6. Takes leadership role in providing ongoing outreach and education (for both potential birthparents and potential adoptive parents) in the state of New Jersey
7. Assists in the coordination and facilitation of information meetings and trainings for adoptive parents and prospective adoptive parents
8. Assists in the recruitment of participants to attend day-long trainings for health care providers on the option of infant adoption
9. Performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management tasks as necessary
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Bachelor of social work degree required, Master’s preferred.
2. Minimum 3 years of experience providing adoption counseling and placement services, with a minimum of one year of supervisory experience preferred.
3. Excellent interpersonal skills, with demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills
4. Demonstrated self-starter, able to work independently
5. Must be an experienced professional in facilitating lifelong open adoptions
6. Must be skilled at and comfortable speaking to groups about topics related to adoption.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
1. Must have valid PA or NJ driver’s license and good driving record
2. Must have motor vehicle available for regular use and a willingness to travel throughout state when necessary (with mileage reimbursement)
3. Required to work evening and weekend on scheduled rotation basis and sometimes without advance notice due to nature of work.
Email resume to: kflood@jfcsphilly.org or mail to Karen Flood, HR, JFCS, 10125 Verree Road, Philadelphia, PA 19116.
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