School of Social Work

Preferred Family Healthcare is seeking to fill the following positions:

FRANKLIN COUNTY

• COUNSELOR
  Franklin County has an opening for a Counselor to facilitate group counseling, group education, family conferences, and individual sessions with individuals with mental illness and/or substance abuse problems to improve their ability to perform tasks in their daily living and working environments as well as provide clinical guidance. Other responsibilities include intake, screenings, and assessments, assisting consumers through the transition process and developing treatment plans. Experience in major depression, substance abuse, dual diagnosis and other serious mental illness is a preferred. Knowledge in current treatment trends and strong assessment and evaluations skills also required. This position requires a Masters Degree. We prefer the applicant to have one of the following- CADC, CRADC, or a RASAC. Posted on 03/11/2013.

JEFFERSON CITY-ADOLESCENT

• RESIDENTIAL COORDINATOR ASSISTANT
  This individual will assist Residential Coordinator in direct supervision of rehabilitation technicians and operational oversight for the department. Duties include group facilitation, direct client care, transportation, scheduling, and training of new hires. 24-hour on call availability is a must. High school diploma or GED required. Preference given to candidates with six months or more in a human service field and/or supervisory experience. Posted on 04/29/2013.
• REHABILITATION TECHNICIANS
  Our Rehabilitation Technicians assist in serving the needs of individuals with substance abuse diagnosis in both outpatient and inpatient environments by assisting the Clinical Team in assigned treatment procedures and providing feedback, preparing the treatment area(s), cleaning areas, providing ongoing monitoring and supervision of client population and providing orientation to clients served. Other responsibilities include facilitating educational and recreational groups and providing transportation. Part-time shifts are available for evenings, weekends, and overnights. A high school diploma or GED is required. Experience in Human Service related fields is preferred.

JEFFERSON CITY-ADULT

• COMMUNITY SUPPORT SPECIALIST
  Our Community Support Specialists provide case management and coordination of services including accessing initial treatment needs, scheduling treatment, transitional planning, utilizing community resources, and discharge planning. Other responsibilities include facilitating educational groups and regularly communicating with referral sources/guardians regarding consumer care. Interested candidates must either have a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or a related field, OR have at least four (4) years relevant, qualifying full-time equivalent experience in human service delivery and demonstrates skills in developing positive and productive consumer relationships and the ability to negotiate complex service systems to obtain needed services and resources for consumers. Posted on 04/01/2013.
• REHABILITATION TECHNICIANS
  Our Rehabilitation Technicians assist in serving the needs of individuals with substance abuse diagnosis in both outpatient and inpatient environments by assisting the Clinical Team in assigned treatment procedures and providing feedback, preparing the treatment area(s), cleaning areas, providing ongoing monitoring and supervision of client population and providing orientation to clients served. Other responsibilities include facilitating educational and recreational groups and providing transportation. Part-time shifts are available for evenings, weekends, and overnights. A high school diploma or GED is required. Experience in Human Service related fields is preferred.
• RESIDENTIAL COORDINATOR ASSISTANT
  This individual will assist Residential Coordinator in direct supervision of rehabilitation technicians and operational oversight for the department. Duties include group facilitation, direct client care, transportation, scheduling, and training of new hires. 24-hour on call availability is a must. High school diploma or GED required. Preference given to candidates with six months or more in a human service field and/or supervisory experience. Posted on 04/16/2013.
  

JOPLIN

• A.R.T.C. COUNSELOR
  We are seeking an individual to serve as a counselor for our upcoming state of the art residential program for adolescents in Joplin, MO. This particular position will facilitate group counseling, family conferences, and individual sessions with adolescents with mental illness and/or substance abuse problems to improve their ability to perform tasks in their daily living and working environments as well as provide clinical guidance. In addition the incumbent of this position will serve as the point person for our innovative creative arts program Achieving Recovery Through Creativity (A.R.T.C.). Unique responsibilities for this position include integrating creative, experiential and strengths-based intervention and education into direct service delivery in both individual and group sessions, assisting the A.R.T.C. Regional Coordinator in regard to organization and implementation of internal and community based A.R.T.C. events. Other responsibilities include intake, screenings, and assessments, assisting consumers through the transition process and developing treatment plans. Additional duties include assisting in professional supervision and providing training on clinical issues and evidenced based practices. Experience in substance abuse, and co-occurring disorders is preferred. Appreciation for and experience with the implementation of creative arts (visual arts, music, drama etc) based intervention and education strategies important. Knowledge in current treatment trends and strong assessment and evaluations skills also required. Applicant must have a minimum of a bachelor's degree and hold a current CADC, CRADC, CRAADC, RSAP, CCJP, or CCDP in the state of Missouri. Posted on 05/07/2013.
• ASSISTANT RESIDENTIAL COORDINATOR
  This individual will assist Residential Coordinator in direct supervision of rehabilitation technicians and operational oversight for the department. Duties include group facilitation, direct client care, transportation, scheduling, and training of new hires. 24-hour on call availability is a must. High school diploma or GED required. Preference given to candidates with six months or more in a human service field and/or supervisory experience. Posted on 03/25/2013.
• COMMUNITY SUPPORT SPECIALIST
  Our Community Support Specialists provide case management and coordination of services including accessing initial treatment needs, scheduling treatment, transitional planning, utilizing community resources, and discharge planning. Other responsibilities include facilitating educational groups and regularly communicating with referral sources/guardians regarding consumer care. Interested candidates must either have a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or a related field, OR have at least four (4) years relevant, qualifying full-time equivalent experience in human service delivery and demonstrates skills in developing positive and productive consumer relationships and the ability to negotiate complex service systems to obtain needed services and resources for consumers. Posted on 03/25/2013.
• COUNSELOR
  Our Counselors facilitate group counseling, family conferences, and individual sessions with individuals with mental illness and/or substance abuse problems to improve their ability to perform tasks in their daily living and working environments as well as provide clinical guidance. Other responsibilities include intake, screenings, and assessments, assisting consumers through the transition process and developing treatment plans. Additional duties include assisting in professional supervision and providing training on clinical issues and evidenced based practices. Experience in major depression, substance abuse, dual diagnosis and other mental illness is a preferred. Knowledge in current treatment trends and strong assessment and evaluations skills also required. Applicant must have a minimum of a bachelor's degree and hold a current CADC, CRADC, CRAADC, RSAP, CCJP, or CCDP in the state of Missouri. Posted on 03/25/2013.
• COMMUNITY SUPPORT SPECIALIST SUPERVISOR
  We are seeking a Community Support Specialist Supervisor (CSS Supervisor) at our brand new, state-of-the-art, adolescent substance abuse treatment facility in Joplin, MO. Duties include providing direction and supervision to Community Support Specialists, participating in treatment planning, and coordinating program activities. Supervisory experience preferred. A minimum of Master's Degree and 1 year experience providing CSS services is preferred, or a Bachelor's Degree with at least 2 years experience providing CSS services. Posted on 5/02/2013.
• REHABILITATION TECHNICIANS
  This position will not be available until the end of July after the completion of our new facility. Our Rehabilitation Technicians assist in serving the needs of individuals with substance abuse diagnosis in both outpatient and inpatient environments by assisting the Clinical Team in assigned treatment procedures and providing feedback, preparing the treatment area(s), cleaning areas, providing ongoing monitoring and supervision of client population and providing orientation to clients served. Other responsibilities include facilitating educational and recreational groups and providing transportation. Part-time shifts are available for days, evenings, weekends, and overnights. A high school diploma or GED is required. Experience in Human Service related fields is preferred.
• THERAPIST
  This position will not be available until the end of July after the completion of our new facility. A Therapist opening with responsibilities that include facilitating group counseling, family conferences, and individual sessions with individuals with mental illness and/or substance abuse problems to improve their ability to perform tasks in their daily living and working environments as well as provide clinical guidance. Other responsibilities include intake, screenings, and assessments, assisting consumers through the transition process and developing treatment plans. Additional duties include assisting in professional supervision and providing training on clinical issues and evidenced based practices. Experience in major depression, substance abuse, dual diagnosis and other mental illness is a preferred. Knowledge in current treatment trends and strong assessment and evaluation skills also required. Applicant must have a minimum of a master's degree and hold a current Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Social Worker credential in the state of Missouri. Posted 04/30/2013.

KANSAS CITY

• REHABILITATION TECHNICIANS
  Our Rehabilitation Technicians assist in serving the needs of individuals with substance abuse diagnosis in both outpatient and inpatient environments by assisting the Clinical Team in assigned treatment procedures and providing feedback, preparing the treatment area(s), cleaning areas, providing ongoing monitoring and supervision of client population and providing orientation to clients served. Other responsibilities include facilitating educational and recreational groups and providing transportation. Part-time shifts are available for days, evenings, weekends, and overnights. A high school diploma or GED is required. Experience in Human Service related fields is preferred.

KANSAS, WICHITA

• REHABILITATION TECHNICIAN - GODDARD LOCATION
  Openings for full-time and part-time Rehabilitation Technicians at our facility located in Goddard, Kansas. Our Rehabilitation Technicians assist in serving the needs of individuals within the Juvenile Justice System by assisting the Clinical Team in assigned program tasks and providing feedback, preparing the treatment area(s), cleaning areas, providing ongoing monitoring and supervision of consumer population and providing orientation to clients served. Other responsibilities include facilitating educational and recreational groups and providing transportation. A high school diploma or GED is required. Experience in Human Service related fields is preferred.
• COUNSELOR
  We are seeking a full-time Counselor/Therapist at our Hillside office. Bachelor's Degree required, Master's Degree, SASSI, ASI, KCPC Certification are preferred. Must be a Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC), Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor (LCAC), or a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC). This position is primarily responsible for facilitating adolescent group and individual, substance abuse counseling sessions and conducting client assessments. However, some work with adult consumer may be required. This individual must be willing to work evenings and weekends. Salary and benefits are based on experience. Candidates must be able to pass a federal background check. SB123 and SB67 experience is a plus. Posted on 05/21/2013.

KANSAS, WINFIELD

• REHABILITATION TECHNICIAN- SECOND SHIFT
  Openings for part-time Rehabilitation Technicians to work second shift and weekends. Our Rehabilitation Technicians assist in serving the needs of individuals with substance abuse diagnosis in both outpatient and inpatient environments by assisting the Clinical Team in assigned treatment procedures and providing feedback, preparing the treatment area(s), cleaning areas, providing ongoing monitoring and supervision of consumer population and providing orientation to consumers served. Other responsibilities include facilitating educational and recreational groups and providing transportation. A high school diploma or GED is required. Experience in Human Service related fields is preferred.
• REHABILITATION TECHNICIANS- THIRD SHIFT (AND WEEKENDS)
  Openings for part-time Rehabilitation Technicians to work third shift and weekends. Our Rehabilitation Technicians assist in serving the needs of individuals with substance abuse diagnosis in both outpatient and inpatient environments by assisting the Clinical Team in assigned treatment procedures and providing feedback, preparing the treatment area(s), cleaning areas, providing ongoing monitoring and supervision of consumer population and providing orientation to consumers served. Other responsibilities include facilitating educational and recreational groups and providing transportation. A high school diploma or GED is required. Experience in Human Service related fields is preferred.
  

KIRKSVILLE

• COMMUNITY SUPPORT SPECIALIST - ADOLESCENT
  Our Community Support Specialists provide case management and coordination of services including accessing initial treatment needs, scheduling treatment, transitional planning, utilizing community resources, and discharge planning. Other responsibilities include facilitating educational groups and regularly communicating with referral sources/guardians regarding consumer care. Interested candidates must either have a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or a related field, OR have at least four (4) years relevant, qualifying full-time equivalent experience in human service delivery and demonstrates skills in developing positive and productive consumer relationships and the ability to negotiate complex service systems to obtain needed services and resources for consumers. Posted on 04/09/2013.
• COMMUNITY SUPPORT SPECIALIST - ADULT
  Our Community Support Workers provide case management and coordination of services including accessing initial treatment needs, scheduling treatment, transitional planning, utilizing community resources, and discharge planning. Other responsibilities include facilitating educational groups and regularly communicating with referral sources/guardians regarding consumer care. Interested candidates must either have a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or a related field, OR have at least four (4) years relevant, qualifying full-time equivalent experience in human service delivery and demonstrates skills in developing positive and productive consumer relationships and the ability to negotiate complex service systems to obtain needed services and resources for consumers. Posted on 02/27/2013.
• COMMUNITY SUPPORT SPECIALIST - COMMUNITY PSYCHIATRIC SERVICE CENTER PROGRAM
  We are seeking a full-time individual to provide case management and coordination of services for individuals in our Community Psychiatric Service Center. Experience in working with severely mentally ill consumers is desirable. Interested candidates must either have a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or a related field. Posted on 04/18/2013.
• COUNSELOR/ASSOCIATE COUNSELOR-ADOLESCENT
  PFH has an opening available for a Counselor/Associate Counselor is available. Our Counselors facilitate group counseling, group education, family conferences, and individual sessions with individuals with mental illness and/or substance abuse problems to improve their ability to perform tasks in their daily living and working environments as well as provide clinical guidance. Other responsibilities include intake, screenings, and assessments, assisting consumers through the transition process and developing treatment plans. Experience in major depression, substance abuse, dual diagnosis and other serious mental illness is a preferred. Knowledge in current treatment trends and strong assessment and evaluations skills also required. This position requires a Masters Degree. We prefer a current Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Social Worker credential in the state of Missouri. Posted on 05/15/2013.
• PSR SPECIALIST - PSYCHOSOCIAL REHABILITATION PROGRAM
  Our PSR (Psychosocial Rehabilitation) Specialist is responsible for providing day-to-day services under the PSR program, in accordance with State Regulatory directives, to clients with severe and persistent mental illness. Must have a Bachelor's Degree in social work, counseling, psychology, psychiatric nursing or closely related field or a High School education or equivalent and two (2) years responsible employment history. Posted on 04/22/2013.
• REHABILITATION TECHNICIANS
  Our Rehabilitation Technicians assist in serving the needs of individuals with substance abuse diagnosis in both outpatient and inpatient environments by assisting the Clinical Team in assigned treatment procedures and providing feedback, preparing the treatment area(s), cleaning areas, providing ongoing monitoring and supervision of consumer population and providing orientation to clients served. Other responsibilities include facilitating educational and recreational groups and providing transportation. A high school diploma or GED is required. Experience in Human Service related fields is preferred.
• RESIDENTIAL CARE TECHNICIAN
  Opening for a part-time Residential Care Technician. They focus on the care of our consumers with mental disorders. Candidate must be able to multitask and pay close attention to detail. High School diploma or GED is required. Posted on 05/06/2013.

ST. CHARLES

• COMMUNITY SUPPORT SPECIALIST(TEAM OF CONCERN)
  We are seeking a full-time individual to provide case management and coordination of services for individuals in our Adolescent Alcohol and Drug Treatment Program in the St. Louis County School Districts of Jennings and Ladue. Interested candidates must either have a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or a related field, OR 4 years experience in providing community support services. Posted on 05/13/2013.
• REHABILITATION TECHNICIANS
  Our Rehabilitation Technicians assist in serving the needs of individuals with substance abuse diagnosis in both outpatient and inpatient environments by assisting the Clinical Team in assigned treatment procedures and providing feedback, preparing the treatment area(s), cleaning areas, providing ongoing monitoring and supervision of client population and providing orientation to clients served. Other responsibilities include facilitating educational and recreational groups and providing transportation. Part-time shifts are available for days, evenings, weekends, and overnights. A high school diploma or GED is required. Experience in Human Service related fields is preferred.
• SCHOOL TEAMS COORDINATOR (TEAM OF CONCERN)
  Full-time position to collaborate with the Orchard Farm School District to ensure the effectiveness of the school based program. Must have strong background in Mental Health and addiction issues, have strong organization/communication skills and be able to organize and maintain the care teams within the schools. Posted on 04/26/2013.

ST. LOUIS ADMINISTRATION - TOWN AND COUNTRY

• SOCIAL MEDIA INTERN
  Preferred Family Healthcare has an exciting opening for a Social Media Intern. This individual must have a passion for working in a social media environment, learning its trends, and the ability to adapt rapidly to change. The duties and responsibilities will include but are not limited to: "Monitoring, improving, and customizing the functionality of social media accounts already in existence and creating new as well. Monitor media channels on a daily basis or as needed for content issues "Posting blogs and articles, updating information on profile, monitoring and responding to various posts on different forums, researching the content that is to be published and creating new content as well. "Searching and evaluating new social media platforms that could help accomplish PFH defined goals and objectives. "Implement search engine optimization tools effectively. "Cataloging, tagging, indexing and writing the content of the social media site to popularize it "Performing techniques to optimize the existing content of the site and producing original optimized content for article warehouse sites or blogs. Qualified candidate must have the following skills: "An excellent writing and communication skill with proficiency to write stylized content for different audiences is highly desirable. "Ability to focus on every matter in detail. "Computer skill for working in Microsoft office is necessary "Proficiency in handling online networking websites like Facebook, YouTube, My space, Twitter, Google etc. "Ability to work in multi-tasking environment, with the potential of capitalizing traffic opportunities "Judgment skills, with the ability to recognize content which may be harmful to Agency reputation or inconsistent with PFH defined goals Qualified candidate must have completed three years of college in the field of Social Sciences. Posted on 04/24/2013.

ST. LOUIS

• SCHOOL TEAMS COORDINATOR - ACHIEVING RESILIENCY AND RESPONSIBILITY THROUGH CREATIVITY (AR²TC)
  We are seeking a School Teams Coordinator for our newly developed AR²TC elementary school prevention program in St. Louis County. This program will utilize creative prevention strategies within St. Louis County elementary schools for grades K-4. Qualified candidates will possess a Master's Degree in a social services or education related field of study or a Bachelor's Degree and one year of experience. The School Teams coordinators will provide direct prevention services within elementary schools and classrooms. Development of relationships with school personnel, the ability to organize and implement engaging, age appropriate prevention activities and strong interest and experience in the implementation of creative, arts based prevention and intervention strategies is necessary. Posted on 05/06/2013.
• REHABILITATION TECHNICIANS
  Opening at our Northrup location for Rehabilitation Technicians to assist in serving the needs of individuals with substance abuse diagnosis in both outpatient and inpatient environments by assisting the Clinical Team in assigned treatment procedures and providing feedback, preparing the treatment area(s), cleaning areas, providing ongoing monitoring and supervision of client population and providing orientation to clients served. Other responsibilities include facilitating educational and recreational groups and providing transportation. Part-time shifts are available for days, evenings, weekends, and overnights. A high school diploma or GED is required. Experience in Human Service related fields is preferred.
• COMMUNITY SUPPORT SPECIALIST
  Opening for a Community Support Specialist to provide case management and coordination of services including accessing initial treatment needs, scheduling treatment, transitional planning, utilizing community resources, and discharge planning. Other responsibilities include facilitating educational groups and regularly communicating with referral sources/guardians regarding consumer care. Interested candidates must either have a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or a related field, OR have at least four (4) years relevant, qualifying full-time equivalent experience in human service delivery and demonstrates skills in developing positive and productive consumer relationships and the ability to negotiate complex service systems to obtain needed services and resources for consumers. Posted on 05/21/2013.

TRENTON

• COMMUNITY SUPPORT SPECIALIST
  We are seeking a full-time individual to provide case management and coordination of services for individuals in our Community Psychiatric Service Center. Experience in working with severely mentally ill consumers is desirable. Interested candidates must either have a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or a related field. Posted on 03/26/2013.
• REHABILITATION TECHNICIAN
  Opening for a part-time Rehabilitation Technician to assist in serving the needs of individuals with substance abuse diagnosis in both outpatient and inpatient environments by assisting the Clinical Team in assigned treatment procedures and providing feedback, preparing the treatment area(s), cleaning areas, providing ongoing monitoring and supervision of client population and providing orientation to clients served. Other responsibilities include facilitating educational and recreational groups and providing transportation. A high school diploma or GED is required. Experience in Human Service related fields is preferred.

WENTZVILLE

• REHABILITATION TECHNICIAN
  Our Rehabilitation Technicians assist in serving the needs of individuals with substance abuse diagnosis in both outpatient and inpatient environments by assisting the Clinical Team in assigned treatment procedures and providing feedback, preparing the treatment area(s), cleaning areas, providing ongoing monitoring and supervision of client population and providing orientation to clients served. Other responsibilities include facilitating educational and recreational groups and providing transportation, and some clerical work. A high school diploma or GED is required. Experience in Human Service related fields is preferred.

To access an online application, visit http://www.pfh.org/careers/

Hamilton Center, Inc. has the following positions available. Please send resumes 620 8th Ave., P.O. Box 4323, Terre Haute, IN 47804 or call 812-231-8323 Job line#812-231-8130. For more information visit our web site at http://www.hamiltoncenter.org. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Hospice Compassus is seeking a medical social worker to provide preventive, educational, and evaluative and treatment services to meet the psychosocial needs of patients and their families, to help them improve, restore, and maintain their maximum level of coping. The medical social worker utilizes community resources and the interdisciplinary team to aid in this process.

Responsibilities: All duties and responsibilities require professionalism, sound judgment and effective communication skills.

1. Supports agency and corporate policies, goals, and objectives.
   • Promotes a positive working relationship between agency and corporate personnel.
   • Attends and participates in staff meetings.
   • Promotes hospice philosophy.
   • Communicates identified needs and potential solutions to supervisor.
2. Functions as an IDT member.
   • Completes psychosocial on each assigned patient, as indicated by corporate policy.
   • Completes Support Services Assessment, as appropriate.
   • Reviews and explains hospice services, as appropriate to patient's financial classification.
   • Develops and updates care plans.
   • Attends team meetings and visits patients, as indicated.
   • Monitors hospitalizations and Medicare Part A admissions.
   • Secures revocations.
   • Attends care plan meetings at long term care facilities.
3. Provides direct social work services.
   • Facilitates placements and monitors patient's adjustment.
   • Coordinates caregiving issues.
   • Facilitates discharge planning.
   • Explains and assists with advance directives.
   • Addresses financial concerns.
   • Completes financial assessment.
   • Contacts community agencies, as appropriate.
   • Initiates Medicaid Spenddown.
   • Assesses appropriateness for Special Concern supplies.
   • Evaluates insurance concerns.
4. Develops and utilizes community resources.
   • Supervises social work practicum students.
   • Develops and maintains working relationship with community agencies, i.e., long term care facilities, DFS, hospitals, social security office, V.A., etc.
   • Utilizes available community resources to meet family needs.
   • Works in cooperation with community agencies and lay groups.
   • Provides education and inservices to contract agencies, as appropriate.
5. Provides counseling to patient and family.
   • Provides counseling to meet psychosocial needs of patient/family.
   • Collaborates with and provides information to hospice interdisciplinary team related to counseling issues.
   • Provides crisis intervention to patient/family.
   • Refers to community counseling agencies, as indicated.
   • Offers and facilitates memorial services, as directed.
6. Other duties as performed or assigned.

Qualifications:

• MSW degree.
• Knowledge and training in counseling techniques.
• Understanding and acceptance of hospice philosophy.
• Ability to provide own transportation and perform specified social work duties in the hospice service area.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• A positive, compassionate, and empathetic attitude.
• Must be of high integrity including maintenance of confidential information including all patient records.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, to include some evenings and weekends.
• Has a valid driver's license and auto liability insurance.
• Ability to meet physical job requirements.

Please log onto www.HospiceCompassus.com.  Select the "Careers" tab at the top of the page.  Select "Career Opportunities" to the left of the page.  Select location or job title in the drop down menu and follow the steps to apply.

Sino-Canada High School is seeking a school social worker to report to the director of the Professional Development Centre. The school social worker is responsible for program development and implementation, providing mental health education to parents, staff and students using various methods, including teaching classes, and engaging in large scale awareness activities. In addition, the job includes providing counselling to students on all mental health issues, career planning and supervising peer counsellors. Full participation in school functions and activities is required for community recognition and relationship building.

Responsibilities:

• Research, develop and implement new and ongoing programs
• Participate in existing programs, groups and clubs through planning clubs activities, developing psycho-educational materials and educating the school community on mental health issues
• Complete assessments and provide crisis intervention and supportive counselling to students regarding a variety of issues
• Assist in planning and implementing school-wide awareness initiatives
• Complete all documentation in timely manner
• Assume other duties as required

Skills and Knowledge Required:

• Knowledge of counselling theories and models, crisis intervention, social problems, sociological issues, and psycho-social assessment
• Planning and project management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to teach classes about various mental health topics
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks
• Engage in ongoing self-reflective practice
• Works well as a member of a team

Mandatory Requirements:

• A BSW or equivalent
• Experience working with youth
• Attentive to the needs of others
• Flexible

Preferred Requirements:

• Recently obtained MSW
• Fluent in spoken and written English and Mandarin

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Housing
• Health insurance
• Compensation for flexible hours
• Professional trainings/conferences

For more information, contact Amy Rankin at amorankin@hotmail.com.

Arthur Center, in Fulton, MO is seeking a supervisor to oversee residential support staffing and daily operations of Hope Center, a 16 bed transitional program serving persons with chronic mental illness. The successful candidate will have a minimum of a Bachelors degree in psychology, social work, sociology or criminal justice and 2 years of supervisory/leadership experience. A person centered approach, positive attitude; excellent communication skills and attention to detail are preferred. This is a full-time, benefit-eligible position. Interested persons may e-mail a resume to tmackey@arthurcenter.com or fax to (573) 581.1981.  Arthur Center is an equal opportunity employer.

Arthur Center, a community mental health center in Mexico, MO is seeking qualified applicants for an intake specialist position. Primary responsibility will be to conduct screening and assessment of outpatients. Requires minimum of Master’s degree in social work or related field and minimum of 5 years of experience in an outpatient mental health setting. Must be licensed in field of practice in Missouri and must travel to both Mexico and Fulton locations. Interested applicants must e-mail resumes to tmackey@arthurcenter.comor fax to (573) 581-1981 or send resumes to Arthur Center, 508 S. Muldrow, Mexico, MO  65265. Arthur Center an equal opportunity employer.

Cognitive Professional Services, in Jefferson City, MO, is seeking a full-time child and youth program coordinator.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates and conducts evidence-based, developmentally-appropriate life skill and resilience-building education and youth development for school-aged dependents of Army National Guard members.
• Provides information, assistance, referral, and follow-up services regarding available resources that support National Guard children and youth (0-18 yrs. of age).
• Responsible for the training and coordination of Child and Youth Services for deployed personnel and their families during the deployment cycle and to ensure that families are educated, trained and supported regarding available resources, benefits and programs during each phase of the deployment cycle.
• Monitors the development and deliver training packages, briefings, and other training materials required to support the deployment process.
• Coordinates and provides briefings on the State Child & Youth Program and Child & Youth benefits and resources for Service members, Family members, and Youth as requested.
• Assists in planning, liaison, developing and delivering services available both within the Department of Defense structure (e.g. Army Community Services, Morale, Welfare and Recreation, DDR, etc.) and from collaborating with civilian organizations (e.g. Boys and Girls Club of America, 4-H/USDA Extension Service, etc.) and other national and local community organizations. Contacts may be gained from the State Family Program Director and Airman & Family Readiness Program Manager.
• Develops and maintains a directory of resources, agencies and organizations that are available to assist Military children and a library of curriculum resources that support Child & Youth Program requirements.
• Serves as the lead advisor to the state National Guard Youth Council and is responsible to appoint Youth to fill these positions, and submit recommendations to NGB for the Guard Teen Panel.

Requirements:

• Two years of college and demonstrated work experience in a related field (i.e. Education, Youth Development, Reserve Component Family Programs or Child & Youth Programs, social sciences, human resources, or business/program management) is required.
• In the absence of secondary education, significant work experience in a related field is required.
• Military OR direct civilian experience in coordinating Family Programs/Child & Youth Programs in a military organization is required.
• Broad based knowledge, experience, and skills in the areas of military personnel and Family programs as well as an understanding of the ARNG. The contract employee must demonstrate a working knowledge of military well-being programs, Family programs, and the deployment support cycle requirements.
• Knowledge of professional early childhood education and youth development principles and practices impacting children and youth from K-12 necessary to plan and execute evidence-based outreach and support activities within the National Guard Child & Youth Program at the state/territory level.
• Knowledge of human growth and development, youth socialization, child and youth educational and recreational programs.
• Knowledge of National Guard Child & Youth program goals and objectives, and their linkage to DoD and Department of the Army Child, Youth and School Services program goals and objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within the military structure and with outside agencies.
• State-level experience working within the National Guard Child and Youth program or Family program preferred.
• Computer literate and proficient in preparing Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint documents.
• Must have a current and valid driver’s license.
• Must be a US Citizen
• Must pass required state and federal background investigations, with a minimum NACI clearance in accordance with DoDI 1402.5, FBI background and maintain favorable background checks as required.

Please submit resume via email recruiting@cog-ps.com by May 24, 2013. Include a cover letter with any pertinent job specific information such as why you feel qualified for this position, salary requirements and when and how we may contact you. To be considered a candidate, we must also receive an application, which can be found on our website at www.cog-ps.com. Reference the specific position applying for and the job location on subject line in all correspondence.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Missouri is currently awaiting funding for an AmeriCorps 2013-2014 program. Once funding is awarded, there will be five full time, 1725 hour positions available (August–July). There is a living allowance of $12,100 for a year, health insurance, and an education award of approximately $5,350 after the end of one year of service that can be used to pay off school loans or to pay for future education.  These positions will include recruiting and coordinating mentors, planning Big/Little match activities plus other events, mentoring, and graphics work. A minimum of a bachelor’s degree is required for these positions. If interested in a full time AmeriCorps position or if you have any questions, please e-mail kerrie@bigsofcentralmo.org with your resume and a short description of your experience working with volunteers. This position will require daytime, night and weekend availability.

Wayne School for Advanced Psychotherapy is seeking a director. The Wayne School for Advanced Psychotherapy will be a subsidiary of Wayne Corporation, a mental health services firm in Louisville, KY., founded in 1981. The school is scheduled to accept its first class in the fall of 2014. Designed as a low residency program consisting of two weeks of intense clinical theory and case studies in Louisville and a 50 week clinical supervision experience at each student’s clinical worksite, the school will be nationally recognized for its high quality training in the practice of advanced psychotherapy.

Compensation: highly competitive salary commensurate with experience. Start date: Fall, 2013.

Requirements: PhD in clinical social work with a minimum of five years direct clinical experience.

Send Curriculum Vitae to:
Derek Wilhelmus
Wayne Corporation
1169 Eastern Parkway, Suite 1166
Louisville, Kentucky 40217
dwilhelmus@waynecorp.com
1-800-441-1327

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Missouri is seeking an executive director to serve as the leader and chief spokesperson for the organization. This position reports to and is accountable to the Board via the president of the Board. The executive director's primary responsibilities include strategic planning and implementation of the resultant strategic initiatives through tactical actions; demonstrating outcomes using appropriate metrics for measuring success.

Specific Job Responsibilities and Expectations:

Strategy and Direction

• Develop and direct the business plan of the organization within the context of the nationwide strategic direction.
• Embrace a collaborative planning process with the Board and staff.
• Use performance metrics and quality indicators to guide operational decision-making and demonstrate superior agency performance.
• Serve as the spokesperson and advocate for the agency and a visionary partner/leader in the community around the support and development of young men and women.

Board of Directors

• Cultivate a strong Board willing to lead and contribute to the fund development success of the agency by helping to identify excellent candidates, orienting new Board members, engaging the Board in fund development activities, and providing opportunities for Board development and enrichment.
• Provide information and direction by serving as an ex-officio member of the Board and committees in helping the Board to be alert to changing agency and community needs.
• Assist Board, staff, and Board committees in developing policies that ensure compliance with State, Federal, and Local laws and programmatic regulations.
• Inform the Board of any problem or concern that arises in program operation that would affect the agency fiscally and/or affect the image, stability, public relations, or safety of the organization or its members.
• Other duties as assigned.

Program Administration

• Develop and administer all program activities of the agency in accordance with the stated purpose and within the general policies and procedures formulated by the Board.
• Develop marketing strategy to attract, engage, and mobilize significant numbers of volunteer mentors that reflect the diversity of the Central Missouri community. 
• Establish operational benchmarks, set timelines, and make child safety the number one priority.

Talent Management

Attract, retain, develop, and leverage talented staff creating an environment where staff are engaged and performing at the highest level.

• Collaborate with staff to set goals and objectives, and monitor staff performance in accordance with agency program policies and procedures.
• Provide development and training opportunities for staff.

Financial Management

• Develop a budget and other financial plans that maximize the financial strength of the agency without adversely affecting other criteria of success (e.g. customer satisfaction, quality of service, etc.).
• Provide accurate and timely reports of agency financial status to the Board.
• Maintain accurate financial records, arranging for annual audit and for filing all required reports.
• Demonstrate fiscal management through key performance measures agreed upon between the Director and the Board.

Fund Development

• Develop and direct a strategic and comprehensive fund development plan that identifies prospects and donors and enhances the short and long term diversified funding base for the agency.
• Establish a diverse donor base of individual, corporate, foundation, and public segments.
• Build loyal and long-term relationships with key donor segments based on mission, cultivation and stewardship, program outcomes and sound fiscal management.
• Seek funding sources and apply for grants and other financial support.

Qualifications: Demonstrated professional success as a visionary leader, relationship builder, and the ability to set and execute on high-performance targets by driving towards measurable standards of excellence. - Demonstrated history of acting in a manner that reflects the agency's values of integrity, transparency, accountability, respect and responsibility. - A Bachelor's Degree is required in business administration, human services or related field with a minimum of 5 years of experience developing and building an organization and achieving results. - A Masters Degree is preferred.

For more information, contact centralmobbbs@gmail.com.

The School of Social Work at Missouri State University is seeking a clinical instructor (#A99165), anticipated hiring August 18, 2013.

The School is housed in the College of Health and Human Services, which promotes student-centered learning, scholarship, and service to the broader community in all aspects of human health and wellness. This position is associated with the Joplin campus of the MSU School of Social Work and will be connected to the provision of regional services. The University is committed to building a culturally diverse educational environment. Successful candidates must be committed to working with diverse student and community populations. Applicants are requested to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal. Our university strongly supports teaching, service, and research and we encourage you to join us as we grow our program.

This is a full-time, nine-month clinical faculty appointment with possible summer stipend for summer work. Candidates should have university teaching experience. The clinical instructor hired for the Joplin region will hold responsibility of the field coordination activities for that area. The professor will have primary responsibility for recruiting, developing, and assessing field placement agencies in locations where students are engaged in the program. It is expected that the professor will have instructional responsibilities of teaching at least 4 courses per semester /or the equivalency. A successful candidate will have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of multicultural and diversity issues. This position will have a key role in recruiting students to the programs.

Candidates are required to have a MSW degree from a CSWE-accredited program and a minimum of two years post-MSW full-time practice experience. Additional requirements include practice experience with a generalist perspective); experience supervising MSW students as a field instructor; excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills; and strong organizational and managerial skills and administrative experience. There is expectation of contributing to departmental and administrative service as well as professional service on and off campus; engaging in professional development, and participating in program renewal. To apply access: https://jobs.missouristate.edu/. All materials must be submitted online except confidential letters of reference which should be mailed to the address below. Official transcripts should be produced at interview.

Dr. Michele Day, Search Chair
School of Social Work
College of Health & Human Services
Missouri State University
901 South National Avenue
Springfield, MO 65897

First date of consideration is February 1, 2013 and application will be accepted until filled. Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense. Direct questions to Dr. Michele Day micheleday@missouristate.edu; (417) 836-6314.

Provident is seeking a president and executive director. Provident is a venerable social service and mental health agency serving the St. Louis region. Provident's mission is to provide care that creates hope and builds self-reliance by offering clients comprehensive services to address emotional, social and economic challenges.  From crisis intervention to expert clinical care to community outreach, Provident is there to respond to the complex needs of clients. The position of president & executive director will rise to the challenges in a rapidly evolving social service environment and lead the organization toward fulfilling its mission at the highest level of excellence. Reporting to the Board of Directors, this position will oversee the following areas of responsibility:

• Executive Leadership – Partner with the Board of Directors to provide effective leadership, guidance and strategic direction for Provident.  Work closely with the Board and senior leadership to define Provident’s service mix, address financial challenges, and ensure the agency continues to provide exceptional services.  Keep Board members fully informed and aligned with senior leadership.  Motivate a competent and dedicated senior leadership team.
• Community and Public Relations – Serve as the face of Provident, consistently and positively presenting the organization, its mission, and services to all stakeholders.  Develop, enhance and maintain productive relationships with agencies, funders, policymakers (local, state and national), media and communities.
• Development – Oversee fundraising planning and implementation, be actively involved in the cultivation of major donors, identify resource requirements, and monitor fundraising records and documentation.  Work closely with the VP of Development to foster the relationships necessary to proactively pursue potential funding sources.
• Financial & Operational Management – Prudently manage the organization’s resources and, with the VP & Chief Financial Officer, present a sustainable annual budget to the Board of Directors for approval.  Ensure the organization is in compliance with local, state and Federal regulations.
• Program Strategy & Effectiveness – Monitor evolving community needs and work with the VP, Operations in aligning services accordingly.  Set expectations on service quality and client outcomes.  Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments in the field. 
• Talent Management – Work with the VP of Human Resources to effectively manage the human resources of the organization.  Coach and develop direct reports including the VP & Chief Financial Officer, VP of Development, VP of Operations, VP of Human Resources, and Executive Assistant.  Maintain an effective management team with appropriate provisions for succession.

Qualified candidates must meet the following criteria:

• A minimum of 10 years of successful leadership/management experience.  Experience in social services and/or mental health field is highly desirable.   
• A passion for addressing the mental health and social service needs of the community.
• Must be a creative thinker with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the client base.
• Exposure to fund development, including knowledge of and/or success in attracting individual, foundation and corporate grants. Prior experience working with local, state and national government funding is desirable.
• Experience working in a complex and diverse environment.
• Experience managing a team and actively developing talent with an ability to motivate as well as manage conflict.
• Ability to foster a healthy organizational culture, to encourage teamwork and collaboration. 
• Prior experience working with non-profit boards.
• Financial acumen with the ability to analyze financial statements.
• Written and oral communication skills of a high order.
• A Bachelor’s degree is required.  An MSW and/or an MBA are highly desirable.  Other advanced degrees will be seriously considered.
• Solid computer skills and a willingness to grasp new technology.

Apply: online at Collaborative Strategies Inc, at www.csiapply.com.  Choose the Provident president & executive director position, register with the system, and upload a cover letter and resume. For questions, contact Collaborative Strategies at apply@csi-mail.com. Please do not contact Provident directly.

To learn more about Provident and its services, visit www.providentstl.org.

Cedar House, Inc. is seeking a mental health practitioner. Majority of (80%) of position in any given week involves direct service with adult clients who have a diagnosable mental illness as defined by the DSM-TR-IV. The mode of service delivery is individual or group skill development which are focused on basic living and social skill activities which instruct, assist and support a recipient in skills essential for everyday independent living. These areas covered include (but not limited to) development of social, interpersonal and coping skills to manage and reduce symptoms of their mental illness. The position role is to:

• Assist and support clients in defining goals which are measurable and realistic in terms of the functional areas of top priority.
• Provide support to clients during their efforts to achieve their goals and assist them through a combination of coaching, modeling and instruction delivered over the course of consistent weekly interactions, where progress is periodically measured and goal objectives are re-defined, as needed.
• Write daily summaries addressing the treatment plans associated with each designated client under the direction and assistance of the Mental Health Professional
• Work closely with Mental Health Professional to ensure client discussions are both effective as well as creative for Cedar House clients.
• Participate in clinical meetings to determine effective ways to enhance clients' therapeutic programming.
• Develop creative and effective topics and themes for group skills sessions.
• Assist the Mental Health Professional in the management of clinical care when a client is in crisis.
• Communicate concerns associated with the clinical care of Cedar House clients to the Mental Health Professional.
• Participate in in-service development activities conducted under the direction of the Mental Health Professional – also responsible for providing feedback to Mental Health Professionals on training topics-creative suggestions should be offered.

Job Performance Measurements: The following attributes will be considered in reviewing the performance of personnel in this position:

• Quality of the day-to-day observation of Cedar House clients
• Provides comprehensive dictation to Mental Health Professional on the status of each assigned client.
• Execution of the treatment plan as determined by the Mental Health Professional
• Participation in in-service development programs orchestrated by Mental Health Professional
• Assistance and participation in the day-to-day operation of Cedar House
• Regular feedback and suggestions on both overall clinical care as well as group discussions to continuously improve the clinical care of the clients at Cedar House

Qualifications:

• Education and/or Experience: Bachelor degree (B.A.) in Human Services and 2000 hours of supervision or 3 year of previous Qualified Mental Health Professional supervised experience.
• Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to write and communicate effectively.

Travel Requirements: 10% (travel may fluctuate)

Job descriptions are not intended, and should not be construed to be all inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with a job.  While the job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the responsibilities, it does not preclude the need to assign other duties as necessary. For more information, e-mail Karen Zeller at karen@cedarhouseinc.com.

Burrell Behavioral Health is seeking a community support specialist and community support supervisor.

• Community Support Specialist- Columbia
  Description: This position requires a Bachelors Degree in the Human Services field, reliable transportation and flexibility with schedules. The community support specialist provides community support to adult clients with chronic and persistent mental illnesses. Applicant will be required to complete paperwork by deadline and respond to situations that change rapidly by problem solving with treatment team members. Applicants must be organized, energetic and willing to help others. The starting salary for this position is $25,000 plus Bonus, Incentives, and Mileage. Must have a good driving record and a valid driver's license. Prefer PLPC, LPC, or LCSW. Please send your resume to hr@burrellcenter.com or apply online at http://www.burrellcenter.com.
• Community Support Supervisor – Columbia
  Description: This position requires a Master's Degree in a Human Services field. Candidate must have ability to interface with clients in a variety of setting, provide individual, group, family and/or other practical counseling, utilize his/her experience and possess the ability to meet the needs of the client and the goals of treatment, and engage in any other activities that meet those needs and goals. This position will regularly review and monitor written documentation, provide corrective feedback and employee discipline as needed, to assure compliance with documentation requirements. As well as provide supervision for 6 Community Support Specialists working with adults with severe and chronic mental illness and insuring quality services. Prefer candidate with prior supervisory and clinical experience. Prefer PLPC, LPC, or LCSW. Must have a good driving record and a valid driver's license. Prefer PLPC, LPC, or LCSW. Please send your resume to hr@burrellcenter.com or apply online at http://www.burrellcenter.com.

Midwest Special Needs Trust (MSNT) is offering a summer internship in a non-profit agency that administers special needs trusts for individuals with disabilities. The summer intern will work as part of a small team at MSNT that administers trusts for over 1000 individuals in Missouri and the surrounding states and operates a charitable trust that makes grant awards to indigent Missourians with disabilities. As agreed with the MSNT Executive Director, the summer intern will focus on 2-3 specific assigned projects from the list below that will improve or enhance MSNT’s service capacity and quality.

Assignments:

• Prepare a solicitation campaign for the Charitable Trust of Missouri Family Trust.
• Identify grant and other funding opportunities for MSNT development.
• Revise record retention schedule and file management activities.
• Update policy, procedures & forms.
• Update website format and content.

Experience/Qualifications:

• Law school student or graduate student in business, social work or related field.
• Relevant job experience a plus.

This position will require a tentative work schedule of Monday-Thursday, six hours per day for 8-10 weeks. Salary ranges from $10-$12 per hour, commensurate with qualifications and experience. To apply, contact Lynn Carter at lcarter@midwestspecialneedstrust.org or call (573) 256-5005. Download complete job description »

Children's Home Society of Missouri is seeking a pregnancy/parenting counselor. Using a comprehensive case management approach, this position will work with pregnant or newly parenting teens to increase the incidence of healthy birth weights, increase knowledge about positive parenting and increase knowledge of essential life skills. This position will also work with children, birth through age 8 years, and their families, who are at risk of child abuse and neglect in order to decrease the incidence of abuse and neglect, thereby protecting the future mental, behavioral and emotional health of the children. This position will provide information, counseling and referral services to pregnant clients in need of assistance, including information about adoption and parenting

Requirements: Master's Degree in social work or counseling with a minimum of three years of experience in direct service with families and children. Knowledge of availability and accessibility of community resources to support those in crisis/ Knowledge of positive, nurturing parenting philosophy and practice. Knowledge of childhood growth and development. Creativity, flexibility and the ability to work independently with a high degree of problem-solving skills. Ability to establish and maintain sound professional relationships with administration, other agency staff, clients and the professional community.

Please send cover letter, resume and salary history to Anne Zink at AnneZ@chsmo.org or fax materials to Anne Zink at (314) 968-4239. No phone calls please.

Compass Counseling Services is seeking LPCs, LCSWs and Licensed Psychologists. Duties include providing individual and family counseling. Compass offers in-home and office sessions and serves a 50 mile radius of Springfield. Travel is required. Most clients are children and their families who are in poverty. Familiarity with this population is a plus. Fully licensed candidates will be given preference. Provisionally licensed candidates may be considered. 

Compass offers a flexible work schedule, an excellent work environment, and professional atmosphere. Compass is a National Health Service Corp approved site. Employees may be eligible for loan repayment.

If you are interested in this position, please submit a resume or CV here.

Center for Behavioral Medicine is seeking a chief performance improvement officer to oversee a multi-hospital system performance improvement program for the Department of Mental Health in the western part of Missouri.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor compliance with accreditation, certification, and regulatory standards.
• Performance improvement consultation and education.
• Data management and analysis.
• Supervision of Quality Management and Health Information Services departments/ programs.

This is an unclassified position. Minimum qualifications include knowledge of Joint Commission, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and HIPAA standards/regulations; knowledge of performance improvement principles; data collection and statistical analysis skills; competencies with Microsoft Windows and Office programs; supervisory experience; communication and leadership skills; and four years professional experience in a social service/science related area. Master’s degree preferred. Excellent benefits include paid vacation, paid holidays, retirement, life insurance, dental and health care options. Salary range from $46,584 to $64,215. If questions, please contact Silva Miller at (816) 512-7414, or you may fax your resume to (816) 512-7415 or forward your application and/or resume to Human Resources at:

CENTER FOR BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE
1000 East 24th Street
Kansas City, MO  64108
wm.hr@dmh.mo.gov

Community Treatment, Inc. (COMPTREA) is seeking a behavioral health supported housing manager to develop, implement and oversee all programs and service provisions within the housing department.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and oversee all housing programs, including the Supportive Community Living Program (SCLP), Rental Assistance Program (RAP), Shelter Plus Care, and the Cedar Valley Low Income Housing Tax Credit Lead Referral Agency project
2. Seek,  pursue and develop other housing programs and grants to assist Comtrea clients and Jefferson County residents in accessing and maintaining housing
3. Facilitate Jefferson County Housing Solutions Coalition meetings
4. Supervise Housing Department staff as hired to implement housing programs
5. Work across all Comtrea departments and divisions to ensure that housing support is made available to all Comtrea clients who need it
6. Market Comtrea housing programs and services to community providers, specialized populations and community members
7. Create budget projections for each fiscal year for the department, in conjunction with the Adult Division Executive Vice President
8. Maintain all necessary program documentation; submit required program and grant reports on time
9. Oversee and ensure compliance with all necessary documentation in client records in a timely fashion within the PQI system.
10. Monitor all necessary training and competencies for staff in keeping with accreditation standards, Department of Mental Health standards and licensure and certification standards.
11. Ensure that all programs and services are in accordance with contracts, staff credentialing, appropriate level of care, and case management as needed.
12. Complete Strategic Planning for growth and development for the Housing Department to maintain highest standards of care for our clients, meet financial projections, utilize best practices in all clinical programs and overcome barriers to meet client needs
13. Ensure that all clinical services are in compliance with appropriate Accreditation  Manuals and Best Practices
14. Attend all necessary DMH and other meetings to stay current with regulations, ethics, finances, changes in expectations or accreditation in programming and contract information
15. Maintain small caseload of housing and therapy clients
16. Complete other duties as assigned by the Regional Manager, Adult Executive VP, CEO or Assistant CEO to meet the housing needs of Comtrea clients

Qualifications: (Minimum required to do the job)

Education: Master’s Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Clinical Psychology or a closely related field. Licensure as LPC or LCSW in Missouri preferred.

Experience:  Case management experience, program development experience, and management experience.  Experience administering housing programs for populations affected by mental illness, drug/alcohol abuse, and/or poverty strongly preferred.

Skills: 

• Extensive knowledge of interventions and theories and the ability to use them effectively
• Extensive knowledge of effective supervision techniques
• Proven ability to build relationships with other community agencies
• Leadership/motivational skills
• Ability to relate well to clients, co-workers, community leaders
• Excellent writing skills
• Knowledge of technology
• Public speaking and Marketing skills
• Basic budgeting skills

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Word Processing Skills
• Ability to document all work and complete paperwork in an accurate and timely manner
• Complex analytical skills
• Travel in county (with company vehicle) approximately 25% of the time; Travel out of county less than 5%.

Supervisory Responsibility: All future Housing Department staff

For more information, contact:
Rachael L. Bersdale, MA-LPC
North Regional Manager - Comtrea
P-636.321.0126
F-636.296.0102

Arthur Center, in Fulton, is seeking a supervisor to oversee staffing and daily operations of Hope Center, a 16 bed transitional program serving persons with chronic mental illness. The successful candidate will have a minimum of a Bachelors degree in psychology, social work, sociology or criminal justice and 2 years of supervisory/leadership experience. A person centered approach, positive attitude; excellent communication skills and attention to detail are preferred. 

Arthur Center/Options Unlimited, Mexico, is seeking an employment specialist to provide case management and individual employment placement and support services to adults recovering from mental illness. The successful candidate will have a Bachelors degree in psychology, sociology, social work or criminal justice. 2 years of experience working with persons with disabilities, a person-centered approach, and an ability to engage the business community in Mexico, MO is preferred. Additionally the successful candidate must have excellent written and verbal skills, a basic knowledge of computers and reliable transportation.

Positions allow for flexible schedules and are full-time, benefit eligible. Salaries are based on education and experience. Arthur Center is an EOE. To apply for any of the above positions, submit resume and cover letter to tmackey@arthurcenter.com or fax to (573) 581-1981. 

Children's Mercy Hospitals and Clinics, located in Kansas City, is seeking a director of social services to lead over 70 licensed clinical social workers integrated with care teams to provide comprehensive and compassionate family-centered social services, including therapeutic support, care planning and community referrals.

Qualifications:

• Experience managing social work services in a pediatric hospital or health care environment.
• Experience building and managing community relationships in the human services area.
• In-depth understanding of issues and needs facing a large pediatric social work organization.
• Experience developing a vision for a significant social work program and then working to implement that vision, including organizational development, innovative staffing models etc.
• Demonstrated experience developing relationships across an organization and collaborating with the entire health care team.
• Experience developing and leading research programs within the social work function that provided meaningful outcomes.

Requirements:

• Master's Degree in Social Work
• Licensure required
• 7 or more years experience
• Supervisory experience

Children’s Mercy offers Take Care, our wellness program. Our goal is to support employees as they accept the challenge of being well – physically, emotionally and financially.  To support that goal, we offer medical, dental and vision plans with an emphasis on preventive care as well as a 403b Retirement savings plan and an employee assistance program.  There are also generous time off programs, discount tickets, backup child and adult care, and tuition assistance to help our employees live balanced lives.

For more information, please contact Molly Weaver at mweaver@cmh.edu.

Fort Scott Community College, in Topeka Kansas, is seeking a case manager. The primary responsibilities for this position are advising and coaching 18-21 year old participants of a Water Technologies educational program during their stay in a secure state youth residential correctional facility in Topeka, Kansas; assuring the safety, health, and welfare of the program participants while using counseling, educational programs, and life skills to build character and encourage the program's graduates into successful transition into their community. Note: This is a categorically-funded position contingent upon the availability of grant funds. Duties for this position span from January 2013 – December 2014, with the possibility of continuing through April 2015.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Sociology, Psychology, Social Services, Social Work, Criminal Justice or other closely
  related field, plus two years professional youth counseling experience in juvenile corrections, law
  enforcement, or social services environment; OR an equivalent combination of education, youth work
  experience, law enforcement, or military service, that could provide the required knowledge, skills and
  abilities.
• Strong interest/passion for working with adjudicated youth and helping them achieve their goals regardless
  of obstacles or challenges.
• Must have sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, disability, and
  ethnic backgrounds of students in the targeted population.
• Submit to and pass background check (KBI, NCIC criminal background, and SRS Child Abuse and Neglect
  Central Registry).
• Submit to and pass a drug screening test approved by Kansas Juvenile Justice Authority.

View detailed job description (PDF). Download application (PDF)

Children's Foundation of Mid-America is seeking part time youth care worker for their treatment centers in Columbia. Must be able to work evenings and weekends. Pay is $8.00 per hour. Seeking mission-oriented individuals who can work effectively with troubled adolescents. Must be at least 21 years of age, successfully pass a drug screen and be able to pass background screen. EOE

• Location: Columbia
• Compensation: $8.00 Per Hour
• This is a part-time job.
• This is at a non-profit organization
• Contact amygreen@care4kids.org, truemanorson@care4kids.org, tionnalawson@care4kids.org, or taralusby@care4kids.org for more information.

Meramec Adventure Learning Ranch, a Great Circle agency, is offering internships and practicums to students who are passionate for adventure and serving youth. Open positions include guides and lifeguards for a 10-week adventure program, working with youth between the ages of 6 and 18.

• Guides live in tents on the 1200 acre camp property with the camp director. Guides conduct ten one-week programs, facilitating high and low challenge courses, team courses, waterfront activities, climbing and camp living skills along with large-scale special camp events.
• Lifeguards provide programming at the Ranch's adventure lake facility for youth. Activities include swim lessons, kayaks, canoes, The Blob, waterslides and many other activities. Lifeguards may live on property during the summer or commute.

Camp Dates

• May 19-24 - Orientation/Training
• May 27-May 31 - Camp Preparation/Training
• June 3-June 28 - Camp Sessions 1-4
• July 1-5 - Break
• July 8-August 2 - Camp Sessions 5-9

Guide and lifeguard positions are paid. Salaries are based on position and experience, but range from $350-$425/per week. Meals and shelter are provided at the camp and housing is provided for time off, if staff desire to remain in the area.

Apply online at www.great-circle.org and contact the Camp Director, Ben Brandell as soon as possible.

Ben Brandell
1203 Meramec Wilderness Lane
Steelville, MO 65565
573-775-5513
ben.brandell@great-circle.org
www.meramecranch.org

The Arthur Center is seeking a youth community specialist. Must hold at least a Bachelors degree in psychology, social work, or closely related field. However, a Master's Degree is preferred. Must be energetic, understand the principles of recovery and resilience, and have a passion for working with youth and families. Must have excellent computer skills and experience working with an electronic health record is preferred. This is a full-time, benefit eligible position. EOE.

Please fax resumes to (573) 581-1981 or e-mail to tmackey@arthurcenter.com.

University of Missouri Hospital & Clinics and Missouri Psychiatric Center, are seeking part-time social workers to provide social evaluation, treatment, resource referral and discharge planning of patients and their relatives. A Master's degree in social work is required.

Responsibilities:

• Interview patients and families for social information relevant to treatment and health care planning and compile comprehensive social evaluations.
• Counsel, plan and implement discharge and post-hospital care with patients and families.
• Refer patients and families to community, state and federal agencies and resources and provide coordinative services.
• Counsel patients and families for adjustment to illness/disability and for personal and family problems related to health/illness in routine and complex situations.
• Assess needs and locate community resources for patients and families in need of concrete services such as transportation, lodging and food.
• Assist patients and families with problems which require intervention within the hospital and community.
• Document social services provided appropriately and in accordance with department and hospital policy.
• Maintain department statistical records.
• Provide twenty-four hour a day coverage for crisis intervention in the Emergency Center on rotational coverage with the rest of the staff.
• Consult and collaborate with health care providers and other staff regarding patient care, problems and discharge planning.
• Participate in department and hospital committees as assigned.

Apply online at: https://jobs.missouri.edu/vacancylist.php
Vacency #: 1020143
Vacency #: 1020076
Vacency #: 1020077

Great Circle is seeking a therapist to provide social casework, social group work and counseling services at a professional level, including intensive therapeutic planning and interventions.

Responsibilities:

• Secures information in regard to the client from various sources and prepares a psychosocial assessment in accordance with JCAHO standards.
• Takes a leadership role at team meetings and secures information which is included in weekly progress notes, initial treatment plans, treatment plans, progress summaries, transfer summaries, release or discharge summaries and which is submitted to various agencies within the established time frames.
• Utilizes a computer in preparing professional written reports and summaries for various agencies within the established time frame.
• Interviews clients no less than once per week for treatment purposes, conducts individual and group therapy sessions with clients on a weekly basis, and maintains ongoing contacts with staff, families, referring agencies, and others involved in the treatment process.
• When required, attends court hearings, permanency planning meetings, and other such conferences in various areas throughout the state for the purpose of reporting on the client's progress and engaging in future planning.
• Actively participates in the stress challenge and summer recreational programs; such as week-long canoe trips, School in the Wilderness, etc.; by providing clients with instruction, guidance, supervision, and controls.
• Maintains records of accountability within established time frames.
• Performs administrative and/or other duties on weekends, holidays, and whenever deemed necessary by the Director of Residential Services or the Regional Vice President.
• Any other duties as assigned for the betterment of GREAT CIRCLE.

Education/Experience:

• Masters Degree in Social Work or an equivalent behavioral science.
• Must hold a valid Missouri license as a LCSW, LPC, Psychologist, or be eligible and able to obtain a provisional license.
• Preferably some experience in residential treatment, child welfare, or mental health setting.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Capable of engaging in strenuous physical activities in the stress challenge programs.
• Typing skills.
• Possess a current, valid driver's license and meet the GREAT CIRCLE requirements for insurance.

Interested applicants can apply online at http://www.great-circle.org/currentopenings.htm.

The MO Office of Administration is seeking a clinical casework practitioner I. This is entry-level professional work providing clinical casework services to persons with mental illness, mental retardation and/or developmental or physical disabilities.

Job Description:

• Compiles comprehensive case histories concerning the clients' social, environmental, and economic backgrounds for use by medical and other professional treatment staff.
• Participates in admission, social diagnosis, prognosis, progress review, research, community placement, and aftercare planning with an interdisciplinary team and other service agencies.
• Intervenes to effect change in the social functioning of the client and family through counseling, referral to other service providers, and education.
• Inspects extended care and skilled nursing facilities in order to assess residents' level of care needs, determines the quality and appropriateness of care and social services provided, and monitors compliance with state and federal guidelines for care and services.
• Evaluates the suitability of conditions in which clients would be placed on convalescent leave, aftercare, or discharge, and makes recommendations accordingly.
• Confers with medical facilities, schools, community groups, public health and social service agencies, and other service providers to discuss referrals, follow-up care, and decisions affecting the client.
• Interprets and explains agency policies, treatment philosophy, programs, and goals.
• Prepares reports in response to requests for information and services from social, legal, and medical agencies.
• Performs work independently within established policies.
• Performs other related work assigned.

Qualifications:

• Introductory knowledge of social work practices, techniques and ethics as they apply to intervention programs for persons with mental illness and/or developmental or physical disabilities.
• Introductory knowledge of current social and economic problems.
• Introductory knowledge of individual, group, and family behavior.
• Introductory knowledge of counseling techniques and theories.
• Introductory knowledge of medical and psychiatric diagnoses and implications for treatment prognoses.
• Introductory knowledge of federal, state, and facility guidelines and regulations concerning care for persons with mental illness and/or developmental or physical disabilities.
• Introductory knowledge of available community resources and their organization, purpose, and use.
• Introductory knowledge of the social, emotional, and financial effects of mental and physical problems on clients, their families, and the community.
• Ability to apply social casework techniques and practices in a medical or psychiatric situation.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, clients, family members, the public, and representatives of other agencies and organizations.
• Ability to evaluate the care and services provided to a client in terms of needs, functioning level, progress, and adherence to facility, state, or federal guidelines and regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work cooperatively in an interdisciplinary team setting.

Experience/Education:

(The following requirements will determine merit system eligibility, experience and education ratings, and may be used to evaluate applicants for Missouri Uniform Classification and Pay System positions not requiring selection from merit registers.)

Three or more years of experience as a Clinical Casework Assistant with the Missouri Uniform Classification and Pay System.

OR

A Master's degree from an accredited school of Social Work (MSW).

OR

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 24 earned credit hours in one or a combination of the following: Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, or a closely related field; and,

Two or more years of clinical casework experience under the supervision of a Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) prepared supervisor.

Omega Health Care is seeking an MSW-level, hospice social worker to help patients and their families to enhance or restore their capacity for optimal psychological, emotional, spiritual, social and physical health. This position will identify coping skills and strengths utilized by the patient and family. This position will function as an integral part of the interdisciplinary team by addressing the psychological stressors and collaborating with the team to enhance the quality of end of life care for the patient and their family. The territory for this position will be in Joplin, Springfield and the surrounding areas. Please fax resumes to (417) 886-7129 or e-mail to info@omega-healthcare.com.

Missouri Girls Town has multiple openings for working with in-house clients. All shifts are available. Must be able to work evenings and some weekends. Also, an open position to work the overnight shift, doing basic head checks on sleeping clients and then getting them up for breakfast and off to school, exists. These positions provide direction, protection and guidance to the clients of Missouri Girls Town. Starting pay is $9/hour. High School Education/GED is required. Applicant must be able to pass drug test and background screening. For more information, call (573) 642-5345.

Missouri Girls Town is seeking a therapist/counselor to work in tandem with the clinical director to support the direct care staff, to develop treatment programming and to insure direct compliance with COA, Medicaid, Missouri licensing standards and the policies and procedures established by Missouri Girls Town. This position will carry a case load of no more than twelve clients, meet with clients at least one hour per week to provide individual counseling services, provide necessary case management for individual clients and act as the liaison between the referral source, family, school, outside services, etc. Providing at least one group therapy session per week and completing documentation is required. The position is located just east of Kingdom City, MO. Applicants must possess a MSW and become a LCSW within one year of employment. For more information, contact Kathleen Becker at (573) 642-5345.

Boone County Family Resources is seeking part time and full time Supported Living Assistants (SLA). This position in a non-degreed position and is perfect for a BSW student. Part time individuals are required to work at least 20 hours a week, but will most likely end up with 25-30 hours a week. This position starts off at $9.91 an hour. SLA’s are required to assist people with disabilities in all aspects of their lives. Most of our clients need assistance with shopping, banking, meal preparation, transportation, coaching, and all other activities of daily living. We seek individuals who are caring and enjoy helping people live healthy and independent lives.

Interested Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to:

Boone County Family Resources
1209 East Walnut
Columbia, MO 65201
ATTN: Justin Wann