Oct 2, 2009
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PROGRAM ASSOCIATE I - TRANSITION SPECIALIST (15 POSITIONS) (12937) Detroit Public Schools, Detroit, MI  Full Time61, 495 - 79,682 (annually)
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| Job Description: Reports to: Principal/Designee Location: Central High School Cooley High School Detroit City High School Detroit International Academy for Young Women Earhart Middle School Finney High School Garvey Academy O.W. Holmes Elementary-Middle School Murphy Elementary-Middle School Phoenix Elementary Robinson Middle School Sampson Academy Brenda Scott Middle School Southwestern High School West Side Academy Alt. Ed. Under the direction of the Principal the Program Associate I - Transition Specialist will: Essential Functions: 1. Identify and develop a school-wide and individual action support plan for students who are identified as potential dropouts. 2. Work and collaborate effectively with teachers and other school-based personnel to develop and implement individual student support plans. 3. Conduct home visits as a part of dropout prevention. 4. Administer the prescribed Dropout Survey to targeted students, and interpret and record results. 5. Design and implement a comprehensive plan with identified strategies (including advising, counseling, and mentoring services) to reduce the dropout rate. 6. Design and implement individualized intervention plans with specific strategies (including advising, counseling, and mentoring programs and services) to address the needs of targeted students and to their families/caregivers. 7. Recruit, train, and monitor mentors as part of the dropout prevention program. 8. Deliver a wide range of direct parent activities and services including - but not limited to in-service, training, and workshop sessions related to dropout prevention strategies. 9. Identify and connect students and their families to appropriate educational, social, and other support services in the school, district, and communities. 10. Design and implement instructional activities, materials, and strategies in classrooms, workshops, summer programs, and other appropriate settings in an effort to support targeted students. 11. Monitors the school performance of targeted at-risk students in the areas of academic achievement, attendance, and behavior. 12. Provide students with assistance in the areas of academic achievement, college awareness/readiness/access, school success (attendance, behavior, personal, and social issues), and life-skills (e.g., organization skills, time management, individual and social responsibility and work ethic) that impact school performance and dropout rates. 13. Design and implement programs and strategies that emphasize career exploration and career goals. 14. Contact and communicate directly with parents/guardians on a regular basis to ensure parent awareness of and involvement in their child's school performance and to secure parent support of student participation in school, and other activities. 15. Maintain accurate data, records, etc. to document all activities conducted and services provided. 16. Perform other duties as deemed necessary by the principal in support of the overall support plan. |
| Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Teaching or related field required; Master's Degree in Counseling or related field preferred. Current valid teacher certification required. Licensed School Counselor, School Social Worker, Counselor, or Social Worker preferred (related state license acceptable). Experience: Minimum of five (5) years experience working with at-risk youth in grades K-12, providing both instruction and intervention services required. Required Qualifications The successful candidate will demonstrate possession of the following: 1. Strong technology skills. 2. Strong written and oral communication skills, including public speaking skills and listening skills. 3. Strong interpersonal and human relations skills. 4. Cultural competency; appreciation, embracing, and valuing of diversity. 5. Strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, and independent decision-making skills. 6. Ability to function as a team player and to work collaboratively and cooperatively in a shared-decision-making environment. 7. Capability to function as an independent, self-motivated, and self-reliant self-starter who initiates appropriate actions and strategies and can work successfully without constant direction and close supervision. 8. Ability to function effectively in hectic and fast-paced work environments through prioritization of multiple, and sometimes conflicting, demands in order to meet established deadlines. Attendance: Regular Attendance is critical; must have an exemplary attendance record. Citizenship: Must be able to verify whether U.S. citizen, resident alien, or otherwise authorized to accept employment in the U.S. Physical Condition: Must be physically able to perform the duties and responsibilities outlined with or without accommodations. Other Qualifications: The Program Associate I - Transition Specialist will assist the school principal in the development and implementation of a comprehensive Student Intervention/Support Program designed to ensure all students continue on a successful path that leads to graduation and post-secondary options that enable students to thrive in a 21st century global economy. Eligible to Apply: 1. Current District employees meeting the education and experience requirements. 2. Laid off and non-renewed District employees meeting the education and experience requirements. |
| Contact: Internal candidates: Must submit a letter of interest, resume, proof of highest degree obtained, their current classification (job title); work location and telephone number; file number; home address and telephone number; specific location(s) of interest and job requisition number(s), as well as any other requested documentation stated in this job announcement to the address listed at the end of this posting.
Successful candidates are required to submit official transcript(s) at point of offer to hire. Service outside of the Detroit Public Schools must be verified by the applicants employer(s) prior to hire.
It is the applicants responsibility to provide all documentation (including copies) as requested. All documentation must be submitted along with the letter of interest. Due to the high volume of candidates applying for positions, we regret that we are unable to pull individual personnel files to retrieve/copy documents. Therefore, to assure the application process is not delayed, if you are applying for multiple positions with the district, we strongly encourage you to have available several photocopies of your credentials to be submitted for each position for which you apply. Documentation will not be accepted subsequent to the closing date of the announcement. Incomplete information will not be considered. Applicants requesting assistance during the application process should contact the Office of Recruitment and Employment Services at (313) 873-7101.
Detroit Public Schools
Human Resources
Attn: PROGRAM ASSOCIATE I - TRANSITION SPECIALIST (15 POSITIONS)
Albert Kahn Building
7430 2nd Ave, 4th Floor
Detroit, MI 48202
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| Additional Notes: http://www.detroit.k12.mi.us/employment/job/1467/ In accordance with the Agreement between the Organization of School Administrators and Supervisors (O.S.A.S.) and the Board of Education of the School District of the City of Detroit, the following vacancy is announced: Job Type: Administrative Benefits Eligibility: Successful candidates will be eligible for medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage, as well as illness and vacation days. |
| Post/Modification Date: 9/25/09 |
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Department Supervisor for Community Health & Research Center - (WIC) Program (12938) Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services (ACCESS), Dearborn, MI Full Time |
| Job Description: Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Plan and coordinate the activities of nutrition programs at various locations throughout the County Prepare and monitor program plans, grant applications, and budgets Assist with developing and monitoring implementation of local policies to comply with Federal and State requirements Assist with facilitating management evaluations and Federal audits, implement and monitor applicable recommendations Assist with monitoring clinic operations and evaluate policy compliance, monitor caseload Assist in alleviating staff/patient conflicts; implement fair hearing procedures when applicable Organize and oversee departmental and other community or clinical nutrition programs Participate in scheduling and assignment of staff Provide initial orientation and training of nutrition staff and ongoing monitoring and training of staff Supervise the training of students in the purposes and procedures of public health nutrition Make contact with outside agencies and address community groups. Develop, maintain and evaluate policies and procedures related to nutrition programs Evaluate effectiveness of personnel and nutrition programs Prepare reports on accomplishments, evaluations, plans and needs Participate in the development of nutrition education materials Perform other duties, as required |
| Qualifications: Successful candidate must have excellent coordinating, professional supervision, and leadership skills. Education/Experience: Ideal candidate should have a bachelors degree or masters degree from a recognized college or university with a major in public health, nutrition or dietetics. Preferable a registered as a dietitian with the American Diabetic Association. At least three years of full-time paid professional experience as a nutritionist, including one year of supervisory experience and a valid State of Michigan drivers license and an acceptable, safe driving record. |
| Contact: http://www.accesscommunity.org/site/News2?page=NewsArticle&id=8359&security=1202&news_iv_ctrl=-1
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| Post/Modification Date: 9/25/09 |
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Program Officer/Senior Program Officer, Changemaking (12940) The Skillman Foundation, Detroit, MI Full Time |
| Job Description: In collaboration with the president, vice president, program and program group - execute and manage the changemaking efforts of the Foundation with the ultimate goal of improving the well being of children in Detroit so that they are safe, healthy, well educated and prepared for successful adulthood. Duties and Responsibilities: 1.Coordinate the Foundations changemaking strategies to influence others to work on behalf of children. 2. Manage the champion strategy, and follow up with interested investors. 3. Help develop and manage strategies to influence decision makers and leaders to support the Foundations agenda to realign their efforts with Foundation interests. 4. Identify and secure foundations, civic leaders and government entities to champion to the key strategies of the Foundation. 5. Coordinate leverage of Foundation resources 5 to 1 so that we increase the impact of our investments; impact 30% of Detroits children that live in the six targeted neighborhoods; seek opportunities to leverage resources and partnerships to change the conditions for children and track leveraged resources. 6. Develop written materials, organize events and manage other related activities that secure investments or the promotion of the Foundations changemaking strategies. |
| Qualifications: NA |
| Contact: NA
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| Post/Modification Date: 9/25/09 |
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Childrens Services Coordinator (12941) SOS Community Services, Ypsilanti, MI |
| Job Description: Coordinate and provide direct services to homeless school-aged children and their families. |
| Qualifications: Knowledge and experience in case management, group counseling, parent education and support, and working with low-income, at-risk families a must. MSW and 2 years experience working with children required. |
| Contact: Send resume and cover letter to hr@soscs.com
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| Post/Modification Date: 10/2/09 |
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Relief Mental Health Worker (12942) Adult Mental Health Services/Older Adult Services, COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH AUTHORITY (Clinton, Ingham, Eaton Counties), Lansing, MI Part time$14.49 per hour (01-19 hour work weeks). |
| Job Description: Under the supervision of the Coordinator of the Older Adult Services Outreach program, provides a variety of paraprofessional mental health services to older adults who experience severe and persistent mental illnesses. The primary duties involve but are not limited to, facilitates a wide variety of age appropriate educational, social, and leisure groups for the older adult day treatment program, transportation of consumers to doctor's appointments or other relevant appointments, linking consumers with resources in the community, teaching daily living skills and delivering of medications. Is also expected to assist professional staff by observing consumer's changes in mental status and behavior, by providing crisis interventions as directed and by providing assistance in carrying out individual treatment plans. |
| Qualifications: Possession of high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalency required. A minimum of one year experience working persons with emotional impairments is required. A minimum of one year direct experience working with older adults who experience serious and persistent mental illness is preferred. Ability to communicate accurately and effectively both orally and in writing is required. Candidate must be physically able to provide crisis intervention (Therapeutic Option A & Therapeutic Option B on an Emergency basis) according to approved agency polices/procedures. Possession of a valid Michigan drivers license and access to reliable means of transportation for job related use is required. Employment offers for this position will be contingent upon the results of a Michigan State Police clearance check, a physical exam and verification of an acceptable Michigan driving record. Candidate must be able to pass a physical exam annually. An individual may be excluded from consideration based upon their driving record. |
| Contact: Applicants must submit an employment application. Resumes cannot be substituted for the employment application.
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| Additional Notes: JOB #09-082TR, the number associated with this job posting when submitting an application. Applications should be submitted prior to October 8, 2009. |
| Post/Modification Date: 10/2/09 |
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Relief Community Support Technician (12943) COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH AUTHORITY (Clinton, Ingham, Eaton), Holt, MI Part time$14.21 per hour (0-19 hour work week). |
| Job Description: Under the supervision of the Transitions South Coordinator, provides a wide range of paraprofessional mental health, training, and instructional services to consumers within an assigned area of the program. Responsibilities include a variety of supported services and direct interventions in accordance with person centered planning related to community activities and inclusion, personal adjustment, and work activities. May supervise and support consumers during activities in the community and cultivate positive relationships with community partners, while building natural supports. May serve as a community placement coach for volunteer, educational, recreational, and vocational activities. |
| Qualifications: Possession of a high school diploma or G.E.D. is required. A minimum of one year of experience providing paraprofessional counseling assistance and or skill training to individuals with developmental disabilities is required. Candidate will provide crisis intervention as needed (Therapeutic Option A & Therapeutic Option B on an Emergency basis). Ability to communicate accurately and effectively both in writing and verbally is required. Possession of a valid Michigan drivers license and access to reliable means of transportation for job related use required. Employment offers for this position will be contingent upon the result of a Michigan State Police clearance check and upon verification of an acceptable driving record. An individual may be excluded from consideration based upon driving record. |
| Contact: Applicants must submit an employment application. Resumes cannot be substituted for the employment application.
Applications may be obtained at 812 East Jolly Road, Lansing, Michigan, or can be downloaded from our
website at www.ceicmh.org.
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| Additional Notes: JOB #09-083TR is the number associated with this job posting when submitting an application. Applications should be submitted prior to October 8, 2009. LOCATION: Community Services for the Developmentally Disabled/Transitions South, Holt, Michigan. |
| Post/Modification Date: 10/2/09 |
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Relief Family Support Worker (12944) COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH AUTHORITY, CLINTON-EATON-INGHAM, Lansing, MI Part time$11.89 per hour (0-19 hour work week). |
| Job Description: Under the supervision of the Family Guidance Service Coordinator, will function as a member of a team oriented, home-based intensive intervention unit working with children at risk of an out-of-home placement. In conjunction with the primary therapist, provides a variety of services to individuals and families. Typical duties include: mentoring; consumer transportation; supervision of and participation in leisure activities with consumers and consumers families; and assistance in the implementation of specific treatment plans. |
| Qualifications: Minimum High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency is required. Some college is preferred. Must be at least 18 years of age. Minimum 6 months experience with emotionally impaired children and families is required. Expectation of some afternoon, evening, and weekend hours. Person must be able to work cooperatively with others and possess good verbal and written communication skills. Possession of a valid Michigan drivers license and access to reliable transportation for job related use is required. Employment offers for this position will be contingent upon the results of a Michigan State Police clearance check and upon verification of an acceptable Michigan driving record. An individual may be excluded from consideration based upon driving record. |
| Contact: Applicants must submit an employment application. Resumes cannot be substituted for the employment application. Applications may be obtained at 812 East Jolly Road, Lansing, Michigan, or can be downloaded from our
website at www.ceicmh.org.
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| Additional Notes: JOB # 09-003TR is the job number associated with this posting. Submit application prior to October 8, 2009. |
| Post/Modification Date: 10/2/09 |
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Residential Technician (12945) COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH AUTHORITY (Clinton-Eaton-Ingham), Lansing, MI Part time$11.59 per hour (0-19 hour work week). Shifts include overnights,
evenings, weekends and holidays. |
| Job Description: Under the supervision of the Residential Group Home Coordinator, Community Services for the Developmentally Disabled assists in the personal care and training of individuals with developmental disabilities in a residential setting. Candidate is responsible for implementation of skill acquisition and behavior reduction programs developed to maximize an individual's potential for increased independence. Typical duties include: training and assisting residents in daily living skills such as personal care; interpersonal communication skills; household cleaning; meal preparation and laundry; implementation of Behavior Treatment Plans which may include the use of therapeutic physical and verbal intervention; maintaining required documentation; and assisting residents in participation in community activities. Attends mandatory staff meetings and in-service training sessions. |
| Qualifications: Possession of a high school diploma or G.E.D. is required. Must be at least 18 years of age. One or more years of experience working with persons with developmental disabilities in a residential setting is preferred. Will be required to pass and maintain certification in Department of Community Health Group Home Skill Training. Must be able to understand written instructions. Ability to accurately and effectively communicate both verbally and in writing is required. Must be able to read and follow medication charts. Candidate will provide crisis intervention as needed (Therapeutic Option A & Therapeutic Option B on an Emergency basis) and must be physically able to do lifting and transferring of physically impaired consumers according to approved agency policies/procedures. Fluency in manual communication is preferred. Possession of a valid Michigan drivers license and 4 access to reliable means of transportation for job related use is required. Employment offers for this position will be contingent upon the results of a criminal background check (including fingerprinting), a physical exam, and verification of an acceptable Michigan driving record. Must be able to pass a physical exam annually. An individual may be excluded from consideration based upon their driving record. |
| Contact: Applicants must submit an employment application. Resumes cannot be substituted for the employment application. Applications may be obtained at 812 East Jolly Road, Lansing, Michigan, or can be downloaded from our
website at www.ceicmh.org.
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| Additional Notes: #09-002TR is the number associated with this job posting. Submit an application prior to October 8, 2009. |
| Post/Modification Date: 10/2/09 |
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Residential Technician (12946) COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH AUTHORITY (Clinton-Eaton-Ingham), Lansing, MI Part time$11.59 per hour (0-19 hour work week). |
| Job Description: Under the supervision of the Residential Group Home Coordinator, Adult Mental Health Services, assists in the personal care and treatment of individuals with emotional impairments residing in a residential group home or supported independent living setting. Candidate is responsible for training and supervision according to each resident's treatment plan. Candidate acts as a resource and referral person for residents to meet their needs. Typical duties include: training and assisting residents in daily living skills such as interpersonal communication skills; household cleaning; meal preparation; and laundry. Maintains required documentation. Attends mandatory staff meetings and in-service training sessions. |
| Qualifications: Possession of a High School diploma or G.E.D. is required. Must be at least 18 years of age. One or more years of experience working with persons diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illness is preferred. Must receive and maintain certification in Department of Community Health Group Home Skill Training. Must able to understand written instructions. Ability to accurately and effectively communicate both in writing and verbally is required. Must be able to read and follow medication charts. Candidate will provide crisis intervention as needed (Therapeutic Options A & Therapeutic Option B on an Emergenyc basis) and must be physically able to do lifting and transferring of physically impaired consumers according to approved agency policies/procedures. Possession of a valid Michigan drivers license and access to reliable transportation for job related use is required. Employment offers for this position will be contingent upon the results of a criminal background check (including fingerprinting), a physical exam, and verification of an acceptable Michigan driving record. Must be able to pass a physical exam annually. An individual may be excluded from consideration based upon their driving record. |
| Contact: Applications may be obtained at 812 East Jolly Road, Lansing, Michigan, or can be downloaded from our
website at www.ceicmh.org. Applicants must submit an employment application. Resumes cannot be substituted for the employment application.
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| Additional Notes: #09-088T is the number associated with this posting. LOCATION: Arch Road Home. Submit application prior to October 8, 2009. |
| Post/Modification Date: 10/2/09 |
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Disability Program Navigator Michigan WORKS! (12949) Michigan WORKS!, Berrien, Van Buren and Cass counties, MI Full Time |
| Job Description: The Disability Program Navigator (DPN) provides Michigan Works! staff with training and support for services to people with disabilities to allow optimal outcomes for customers served and employment goals reached. The DPN will provide Michigan Works! locations in Berrien, Van Buren and Cass counties with consultation services related to the barriers, accessibility and accommodations needs for person with disabilities who are engaged in employment seeking services at Michigan WORKS! The DPN will also engage with community partners to build understanding and support for full inclusion for people with disabilities in our communities. Build positive working relationships with MI Works One Stop service centers, community disability organizations, business organizations, Social Security Benefits Planners, and representatives from the local Social Security office; Support MI Works! staff in providing people with disabilities a valued and equitable service in order to make informed decisions on employment goals; Provide MI Works! with on-going analysis where improvements could be made to formal and informal work patterns that would allow more effective services to people with disabilities; Provide training on serving customers with disabilities at One-Stop new-hire orientation; Identify appropriate community resources for job seekers with disabilities to remove barriers to employment (i.e. training, transportation, housing, assistive technology, etc; Provide outreach to the disability community and organizations that serve them to assist them in navigating through the variety of programs and services that impact employment; Work together with the WIPA Specialist to show customers how to use Social Security work incentives to reach employment goals;Provide assistance to consumers on navigating a wide range of social service systems and how to access them and their relationship to work (i.e. TANF programs, SSA programs, mental health systems, health care, housing, etc&);Regularly participate in community events, resource fairs, and business roundtables as a One-Stop representative; Provide consultation to community partners about accessibility, accommodations and other disability related topics; Provide ongoing trainings to One-Stop staff on a variety of disability issues; Effectively present information to the public (business groups, disability groups, other agencies, local government) on employment services, Social Security incentives, job accommodation, and benefits of employment of persons with disabilities.; Serve as the One Stop expert and coordinator on SSA work incentives, including Ticket to Work, linkages to SSA field offices, SSA Benefits Planning, Assistance and Outreach (BPAO) counselors, SSA demonstration projects, and Employment Networks; Serve as a resource to One Stop staff on physical and technological access to Center services and information. |
| Qualifications: Bachelor or Masters degree in social work, vocational rehabilitation, psychology, or a related human service field; One to three years experience in providing assistance to persons with disabilities in employment settings; Experience with program and/or project development; Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Awareness of available local and state resources for people with disabilities; Familiarity with Microsoft Office, power point, internet research and database entry; Familiarity with information related to disability and various work incentives; Knowledge of Independent Living (IL) movement and demonstrated commitment to IL philosophy; Ability to travel independently throughout 3 county service area; Reliable, independent worker able to collaborate as a professional team member; Comfort with public speaking. |
| Contact: Karen Halsted is the person to direct cover letters/resumes at khalsted@dnswm.org.
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| Post/Modification Date: 10/2/09 |
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Independent Living Specialist (12950) Disability Network Southwest Michigan , Berrien/Cass Counties, MI Full Time |
| Job Description: Position General Summary: This position provides independent living assessment, coordination and training for consumers referred from Michigan Department of Energy, Labor & Economic Growth. The IL specialist works closely with MDELEG to remove independent living barriers to employment. The IL specialist also provides general advocacy and information and referral services in their area of service as requested. Essential Responsibilities and Duties: Provide group orientations to MDELEG consumers; Conduct independent living assessments to determine consumer needs; Provide coordination of services for consumers and educate re: community resources available to meet needs; Provide IL training in the area of transportation, housing, financial management, self care, etc; Promote self advocacy in consumers; Practice person centered planning; Document services and communicate regularly with referral source; Maintain consumer files and complete all documentation; Teach group & 1:1 sessions on a variety of IL topics; Assist with community presentations and workshops as needed; Participate in collaborative community projects on disability issues/needs |
| Qualifications: Bachelors degree in social work, rehabilitation, occupational therapy, or a related human service field. Understanding and commitment to the Independent Living philosophy and disability issues. Motivated, independent worker; Must be able to travel independently; Good written and oral communication skills; Comfort with public speaking; Problem solving and organizational skills; Knowledge of community resources and disability issues |
| Contact: Please email a cover letter and resume to Karen Halsted, Associate Director at khalsted@dnswm.org or fax it to (269) 345-0229.
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| Post/Modification Date: 10/2/09 |
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Community Tx Specialist (12951) Summit Pointe, Battle Creek, MI Full Time |
| Job Description: Acts as a member of the Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACT). ACT is a set of intensive, clinical, medical, and psychosocial services provided by a mobile multi-disciplinary treatment team. The team provides basic services and supports essential to maintaining a customer's ability to function in community settings, including assistance with accessing basic needs through available community resources. ACT services are based on the principles of recovery and person-centered practice and are individually tailored to meet the needs of the customer. Services are provided in the customer's residence or other community locations. Facilitates customer independence by teaching independent living skills to prevent psychiatric re-hospitalization from a community-based approach which focuses on intensive monitoring of services. Oral medication administration, education, and monitoring as prescribed by agency physician. Provides education about mental illness to families of customers and the community. Collects data and monitors treatment plans and reviews clinical status. Performs on-call crisis support. |
| Qualifications: Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field with Certification in the State of Michigan as a Licensed Social Worker (LMSW). Must obtain and maintain professional liability insurance with a minimum of $1,000,000/$3,000,000 aggregate; Two years experience in psychology, social work or related field working with individuals experiencing chronic and persistent mental illness; Knowledge of psychotherapy, counseling, research methods, crisis intervention techniques, assessment and itnerview methods and behavior modification necessary; Must obtain training on the Basics of ACT Programs and Principles, through ACT specific training resources within 90 days of contract finalization. |
| Contact: Applicants must submit an individual employment application and resume for this position to the Human Resources Office or via email by the posting deadline, October 16th. Applications received after the deadline may not be considered for thsi employment opportunity.
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| Additional Notes: Employment offers may be contingent upon the results of a Michigan State Police check/fingerprinting, drug screen, and acceptable Michigan driving record. TB tests are required within (2) weeks of hire. |
| Post/Modification Date: 10/2/09 |
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Assistant Director for Student Services for PhD Program (12952) Graduate School of Social Work at Boston College, MI Part timeHiring Range: Prorated hiring range based on 26 hours per week is $28 600.00 - $32 000. |
| Job Description: Reporting to the Associate Dean for Academic and Student Services, Assistant Director for Student Services for the Doctoral Program provides customer service to approximately 50 doctoral students of the Graduate School of Social Work. S/he assists the Chair of the Doctoral Program in any tasks thought appropriate for furthering the above mission. Assistant Director for Student Services for the Doctoral Program is the primary contact for prospective students, consulting with the Chair of the Doctoral Program regarding the recruitment of the most talented prospective students, and advising continuing students on program requirements and cross-registration options. S/he also has primary responsibility for maintaining and updating student and course information in the University information system (UIS) for all GSSW student records and courses (MSW and Doctoral). This is a 26 hours a week part-time position. Occasional evening hours may be required. Annual travel to the Society for Social Work and Research (SSWR) Conference required. |
| Qualifications: Bachelor s required. Master s degree in Social Work, Education, Business Administration, or equivalent is preferred. 3-5 years supporting or coordinating an academic program preferred. Experience with Folderwave or similar admissions software preferred. Must possess strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills and be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (including Word, Excel PowerPoint, and Access). Must be self motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team, and possess the ability to manage work priorities and meet deadlines. Attention to detail is essential as well as creative problem solving skills. |
| Contact: Job ID: #8220. Please apply online directly at www.bc.edu/bc obs
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| Post/Modification Date: 10/2/09 |
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Clinician (General Outpatient) (12953) Children's Center of Wayne County, Wayne County, MI 2 open positions |
| Job Description: Working with children, adolescents and their families in an outpatient setting. |
| Qualifications: Masters Degree in Human Services. Licensed in the State of Michigan. Minimum of two years experience in assessing utilizing DSM-IV tool, treatment of children, adolescents and their families. Must have reliable transportation, a valid drivers license, automobile insurance, and a clear driving record. Able to work with a variety of systems and resources. Good written and verbal skills. Able to work in independent and team modes. Knowledge of child sexual abuse, domestic violence, and/or working with children and adolescents who present with a serious emotional disturbance. Must have knowledge in the areas of providing outpatient services. Ability to train to become CAFAS reliable. |
| Contact: Please fax your resume and cover letter to
(313) 831-2608 or via e-mail to
hr@childrensctr.net, please indicate what
position you are applying to.
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| Post/Modification Date: 10/2/09 |
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Clinician (Access) (12954) Children's Center of Wayne County, MI 2 open positions |
| Job Description: Assess and treat children, adolescents and their families. |
| Qualifications: Masters Degree in Human Services. Licensed in the State of Michigan. Minimum of two years experience in the assessment and treatment of children, adolescents and their families. Must have reliable transportation, a valid drivers license, automobile insurance, and a clear driving record. Able to work with a variety of systems and resources. Good written and verbal skills. Able to work in independent and team modes. Knowledge of child sexual abuse, domestic violence, and/or working with children and adolescents who present with a serious emotional disturbance utilizing the DSM-IV. Must have knowledge in the areas of crisis intervention. Ability to train to become CAFAS reliable. |
| Contact: Please fax your resume and cover letter to
(313) 831-2608 or via e-mail to
hr@childrensctr.net, please indicate what
position you are applying to.
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| Post/Modification Date: 10/2/09 |
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Caseworker (12955) Children's Center of Wayne County, MI |
| Job Description: Serving children and their families by working with DHS and the foster care system. |
| Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Social Work, Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Human Services related field, or where 25% of the course credit earned is in the human services field. Experience in foster care case work desirable but not required. Preferred knowledge or experience in working with the agencys target population; knowledge of social problems and concerns common to the target group; and experience working in a community setting. Must have reliable transportation and a valid drivers license. Must have an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with clients, their families, foster care parents, DHS personnel and department team members. |
| Contact: Please fax your resume and cover letter to
(313) 831-2608 or via e-mail to
hr@childrensctr.net, please indicate what
position you are applying to.
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| Post/Modification Date: 10/2/09 |
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Program Coordinator (Child Welfare Services) (12956) Children's Center of Wayne County, MI |
| Job Description: Program Coordinator for Child Welfare Services. |
| Qualifications: Masters Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or curriculum where 25% of the course credit earned is in the human behavioral science. Four years experience in Foster Care and Adoptions. Registered LSMW, ACSW, LPC or able to registered in the State of Michigan. Excellent assessment skills a must. Highly proficient oral and written communication skills. Child Welfare experience preferred. |
| Contact: Please fax your resume and cover letter to
(313) 831-2608 or via e-mail to
hr@childrensctr.net, please indicate what
position you are applying to.
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| Post/Modification Date: 10/2/09 |
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Quality Improvement Specialist (12957) Children's Center of Wayne County, MI |
| Job Description: Evaluation of child welfare. |
| Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Human Services field. Masters degree preferred. At least two years in either evaluation (program evaluation preferred) or working in the area of quality within a mental health organization. Possession of a valid drivers license. Experience with data management (Maintaining databases, cleaning data, running statistical analyses. Charting data, logging Incident reports, data entry, defining operational definitions, developing departmental procedure manuals, assisting with development of policy and procedures. Good written and verbal skills. |
| Contact: Please fax your resume and cover letter to
(313) 831-2608 or via e-mail to
hr@childrensctr.net, please indicate what
position you are applying to.
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| Post/Modification Date: 10/2/09 |
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Varies (12939) Boston Consulting Group, Boston, MA USA Full Time |
| Job Description: The Boston Consulting Group: The Boston Consulting Groups global reputation in top management consulting derives from more than forty years experience helping senior managers discover and achieve their companies full potential. Our mission is to help our clients attain unparalleled success by capitalizing on key opportunities for growth and improvement. We work closely with each client to help set direction, gain organizational, and operational challenges. Founded in 1963, The Boston Consulting Group now has more than 4,500 consultants based in 66 offices worldwide. Our North American offices are in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Detroit, Houston, Los Angeles, Mexico City, Monterrey, Miami, Minneapolis, New Jersey, New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Toronto and Washington, D.C. Our international offices are in the major business centers of South America, Europe, Eastern Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. BCGs clients are the worlds business leaders. From computers to retailing, our professional expertise spans over 50 industries. The vast majority of our clients rank among the 500 largest companies in each of our four major locations North America, Latin America, Europe, and Asia. In addition, we work with a number of public and private medium-sized companies and smaller, growing firms. Questions? Please contact: Pamela Kendall, Recruiting Assistant The Boston Consulting Group Kendall.Pamela@bcg.com |
| Qualifications: NA |
| Contact: Applying to BCG:
Advanced degree candidates (PhDs, MDs, JDs, Post-docs, non-MBA Masters) in the class of 2010, interested in a full-time position, should complete the online application at www.bcg.com by Thursday, October 1st, 2009.
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BCG is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit our website for more information: www.bcg.com
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| Additional Notes: BCG Information Session at Michigan For PhD students, MD students, JD students, Masters students (non-MBA), and Post-Docs Please join us for an information session to learn more about management consulting and BCG: our work, our people, our values, our culture and full-time opportunities across our offices. Monday, September 28th, 2009 9:30am - 11:00am Robert H. Lurie Engineering Center, Johnson Rooms, North Campus (1221 Beal Ave, Ann Arbor, MI) Interviewing at BCG: Should you be selected for a first round interview with BCG, interviews will take place on Thursday, October 15 at the BCG Chicago office. |
| Post/Modification Date: 9/25/09 |
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Project Associates (Project Coordinator and Interviewer) (12947) University of Pennsylvania/ NICHD, Philadelphia, PA USA Full Time2 open positions |
| Job Description: These are full-time positions for a study examining at-risk mothering in inner city Philadelphia - the focus of study is child neglect. The coordinator will work closely with the PI and will be charged with coordination of all data collection and on site day to day supervison of staff and data entry, as well as some of the actual data collection. Coordinator responsibilities include the following: participant recruitment via maintanance of relationships with social service agencies the PI has established, phone screening of potential participants, coordination of interview appointments with mothers, conducting a portion of in-home interviews including cognitive and behavioral assessment, over seeing scoring and entry of instruments and completion of agency record reviews, supervision of Philadelphia data collection staff, and providing assistance in completing quarterly federal reports, as well as other related research tasks. The interviewer position's responsibilties include setting up appointments with mothers, conducting in home interviews including cognitive and behavioral assessments, and scoring of instruments, and data entry. All interview visits will take place in family homes and young children will be in the home for a portion of the visits. |
| Qualifications: The coordinator position requires a master's degree and a minimum of 12 months previous experience working with families. Psychological or social work research experience is preferred. The interviewer position requires at minimum a BA in a social science and at least 12 months experience working with families or related research experience. Both positions require attention to detail and strong organizational skills and interpersonal capacities. Training will be provided in the interview protocol and in standardized testing elements of the project. Salaries will be commensurate with previous experience and training level. |
| Contact: Sandra T. Azar, Ph.D, Professor, Psychology Department (Moore 541), Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16801; email: sta10@psu.edu (sending resume and contact information).
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| Additional Notes: The research study is examining a model of child neglect with mothers of three to five year old children. It is being conducted by an investigator who is located at Penn State University in State College, PA. The PI will have responsibility for overall operations of the project and the project coordinator will be responsible for day to day operations of data collection. The PI will be on site weekly and will work with the coordinator in training staff (one other full time staff and two part time staff), supervising their work, and coordinating efforts with agencies recruitment and record reviews. Video conferencing contact will also occur with the PI to move the project forward. The coordinator and staff will conduct interviews of mothers in their homes that will cover topics such as parenting, social relationships, stress, perceptions of neighborhoods, and ratings of qualities of mothers home environments (safety, hygiene). Standardized testing will also occur (including IQ testing and neuropsychological assessments). Training will be provided in the assessments being conducted. |
| Post/Modification Date: 10/2/09 |
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Project Assistants (12948) Penn State University / NICHD, Philadelphia, PA USA Part time2 open positionsSalary will be commensurate with training and experience.
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| Job Description: These will be part-time (hourly wage) positons. Project assistants (RA's) will work alongside the research coordinator and interviewer conducting in-home interviews with mothers and their children, administering cognitive and behavioral assessments, scoring instruments and entering data and doing related research task. Training will be provided in the interview protocol and in standardized testing elements of the project. All interviews will take place in family homes and young children will be in the home for a portion of the visits. RA's will work up to 20 hours weekly. |
| Qualifications: This position requires at least a bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, public health, or a related field and a minimum of 6 months previous experience in social services work and/or experiences that suggest comfort going inner city family homes and also capacities for data collection. Psychological or social work research experience is preferred. The RA positions require attention to detail and strong organizatonal skills. |
| Contact: Sandra T. Azar, Ph.D, Professor, Psychology Department (Moore 541), Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16801; email: sta10@psu.edu (sending resume and contact information).
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| Additional Notes: The research study is examining a model of child neglect with mothers of three to five year old children. It is being conducted by an investigator who is located at Penn State University in State College, PA. The PI will have responsibility for overall operations of the project and the project coordinator will be responsible for day to day operations of data collection. The PI will be on site weekly and will work with the coordinator in training staff (one other full time staff and two part time staff), supervising their work, and coordinating efforts with agencies recruitment and record reviews. Video conferencing contact will also occur with the PI to move the project forward. The coordinator and staff will conduct interviews of mothers in their homes that will cover topics such as parenting, social relationships, stress, perceptions of neighborhoods, and ratings of qualities of mothers home environments (safety, hygiene). Standardized testing will also occur (including IQ testing and neuropsychological assessments). Training will be provided in the assessments being conducted. |
| Post/Modification Date: 10/2/09 |
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