ALL POSITIONS REQUIRE: Clearances obtained within the last 60 days or less prior to start date of employment for PA Child Abuse, PA Criminal, FBI, and Medical clearances. If applicant has lived outside of Pennsylvania within the last five years he or she  must present Child Abuse clearances from each state of residence. Applicants not having required or updated clearances are strongly encouraged to proactively begin the clearance process when applying.

 

February 2, 2012

CORPORATE   (PHILADELPHIA)

3905 Ford Road

Philadelphia, PA 19131

Phone:  215-452-5170 / Fax:  215-871-3412

Submit your resume to Kiera Smalls, Human Resource Recruitment Coordinator, by mail, fax, or e-mail (mailto:employment@wordsworth.org) 


There are no positions at this time.


 

COMMUNITY-BASED SERVICES

3905 Ford Road

Philadelphia, PA 19131 

Phone: 215-452-5170 / Fax: (215-871-3412

Submit your resume to Kiera Smalls, Human Resource Recruitment Coordinator, by mail, fax 215-871-3412, or e-mail (mailto:employment@wordsworth.org)

 

COMMUNITY PLACEMENT SERVICES – FOSTER CARE

 

CLINICAL CASE MANAGER                                                                                                                                             01/24/12

The Cinical Case manager provides services to children in foster care placement. In this position he or she will act as a liaison between client, foster family, family members, schools, and various agencies to develop and maintain effective linkage to ensure treatment, and/or service effectiveness and continuity of care.  Report to funding agencies and/or court as necessary. Requirements: Bachelors Degree in Social Work or related field plus 2 years experience.  Master's preferred with 1 year experience. Experience working with families and children in community-based settings required. Knowledge of Child Welfare System is a plus.  Travel up to 70%  - Entails home-based and community-based work, this includes travel to/from each home/site. Reliable transportation a must. This position is full-time.

 

ADMISSIONS/UTILIZATION REVIEW DEPARTMENT

 

PSYCHOLOGIST (ADMISSIONS)                                                                                                                                       01/09/12

The Admissions Psychologist position is a part time fee for service position.  In this position he or she will conduct Biopsychosocial evaluations of clients.  These clients are referred to Admissions through Community Based Programs.  It is the Admissions Psychologist who determines medically necessary mental health services offered in the Wordsworth continuum of services or to recommend other service options.  Completes Biopsychosocial reevaluations on an as needed basis.  Requirements: PhD or PsyD in Psychology. A current licensure as a psychologist in the State of Pennsylvania is necessary. Skills in completing biopychosocial evaluations/reevaluations.  Must be familiar with BHRS, FBS, Host Home services as well as other children’s mental health services, managed care systems, and the Philadelphia mental health community. Must be proficient in the conceptualization of and interventions with childhood disorders including Oppositional Defiant Disorder, ADHD, PTSD, etc.  Travel for this position is limited to occasional attendance at local meetings or schools when required.  

 

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH REHABILITATION SERVICES (BHRS)

 

BEHAVIORAL SPECIALIST CONSULTANT (Fee-for-Service)                                                                                        Ongoing

The Behavioral Specialist Consultant will develop and implement behavior plans for clients as assigned.  Supervise the TSS in terms of behavior plan implementation.  If identified as team leader, responsible for effective and reciprocal team communication. Requirements: Master’s Degree from an accredited university in a clinical mental health discipline, such as Psychology, Counseling, Clinical Social Work, Psychiatric Nursing, or Marriage and Family Therapy.  Degree must include foundations of behavioral health and the provision of mental health services (e.g. individual group and family therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, crisis counseling, abnormal psychology, psychopathology, assessment, child development, personality theory, psychotherapy lab, clinical practicum). For the degree to count as a mental health degree, the degree must contain at least twelve (12) credit hours in core behavioral health coursework as defined above. Two (2) years verified post-Master’s experience providing mental health treatment including psychotherapy, counseling, and assessment with children and families, and at least (1) year experience using behavior analysis/modification techniques.

 

THERAPEUTIC SUPPORT STAFF (TSS) (Fee-for-Service)                                                                                            Ongoing

The Therapeutic Support Staff will directly implement the treatment plan and interventions suggested by evaluator and track frequency, intensity, and duration during each contact with the client during daytime hours. Weekly supervision and one monthly team supervision required for successful outcomes with the case assigned.  Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Psychology, Sociology, Behavioral Health, or Human Services Degree. At least one (1) year experience working with children and adolescents in the behavioral health field or education setting. Experience with Behavioral Health Diagnosis a plus. Reliable transportation required.

 

MOBILE THERAPIST (Fee-for-Service)                                                                                                                           Ongoing

Mobile Therapist services will be provided in an environment other than a provider agency or office; therapy is provided in the home, foster home, and other community settings. Work with a multidisciplinary team to ensure ongoing communication of treatment effectiveness. Requirements: Master’s Degree from an accredited university in a clinical mental health discipline, such as Psychology, Counseling, Clinical Social Work, Psychiatric Nursing, or Marriage and Family Therapy. At least one (1) year verified post-Master’s experience providing psychotherapy/counseling to children.

 

 

RESIDENTIAL SERVICES PROGRAMS

3905 Ford Road

Philadelphia, PA 19131 

Phone:  215-452-5170 / Fax:  215-871-3412

Submit your resume to Kiera Smalls, Human Resource Recruitment Coordinator, by mail, fax, or e-mail (mailto:employment@wordsworth.org)

 

Registered nurse – per diem                                                                                                                                   01/2/12

Dedicated nurse to work in our 100-plus bed Residential Treatment Facility for adolescents from 10-20 yrs old and a range of psychological and behavioral issues. This position is for days, evenings and weekends as needed. Requirements: Minimum of LPN required with current state license (Registered Nurse preferred). Meet all regulatory agency requirements and comply with all Wordsworth policies regarding child abuse, criminal, medical, and other clearances. CPR certified preferred. At least 1 year experience in acute healthcare or mental health experience with children and/or adolescents.  RTF experience and experience in CAASP setting preferred.

 

RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR                                                                                                                                             Ongoing

The Residential Counselor is responsible to provide direct treatment, supervision and care to program residents ensuring a safe, therapeutic environment that contributes to the healing of all clients.  The Counselor is also expected to effectively partner with all other staff in creating a well integrated program.  Requirements: High School diploma/GED along with at least 12 college credits in Psychology, Social Work, or related field; Associates/Bachelors degree preferred. Must possess a valid driver’s license to transport clients/staff at any time. Two years experience with children/adolescents preferably in behavioral healthcare systems. Additional: Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing with a broad variety of people, including other team members and management. Maintains appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality. Sufficient mobility, coordination and body strength to safely restrain a child or adolescent. Ability to handle a variety of duties which may be interrupted or changed by immediate circumstances. Computer experience and adequate typing skills. And ability to administer First Aid and CPR, if necessary. RTF experience and experience in CAASP setting strongly preferred.

 

FORT WASHINGTON SCHOOL PROGRAMS

Pennsylvania Avenue & Camp Hill Road

Fort Washington, PA 19034

Phone:  215-643-5400 / Fax:  215-619-4701

Submit your resume to Regina Paul, Human Resources Manager, by mail, fax, or e-mail mailto:employment@wordsworth.org

 

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT                                                                                                                                        01/24/2012

Provides administrative support assisting in the smooth operation of the program. Requirements:  At least two years prior administrative assistant experience. High school diploma or GED. Strong computer skills in all Microsoft office applications. Preferred: Ability to type accurately and proficiently. Ability to operate dictation, transcription equipment and other standard office equipment. Strong grammar,  punctuation and proof reading skills. Strong organization skills and attention to detail. High level concentration and accuracy.

 

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST                                                                                                                                          01/2/2012

Ability and willingness to work with children forming trusting relationships.  Working with children from various cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Requirements: Full-time position for an OTR/L in a day school program for kids with lower cognitive functioning and behavior disorders, many of whom are on the Autism Spectrum. Responsible for COTA supervision, individual sessions, group sessions and IEP goals (both writing and monitoring). BS/BA from an accredited Occupational Therapy educational program. PA license in Occupational Therapy.

 

LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE                                                                                                                                                Ongoing

Provide instruction in a classroom setting to students in accordance with each individual IEP.  Evaluate and assess student instructional and behavioral needs.  Plan, develop, and implement individualized instruction. Monitor and assess student performance and maintain appropriate records of academic performance, attendance, social acclimation, etc.  Complete appropriate written reports, plans, and records relative to the educational program in a professional and timely manner.  Cooperate and communicate as a multi-discipline staff team member through formal meetings and informal consultations. Keep current with state and federal changes in education policies and procedures.  Requirements: Bachelor’s degree. Certification in Special Education; or ability and willingness to obtain appropriate certification.

 

 

CORPORATE (FORT WASHINGTON)

Pennsylvania Avenue & Camp Hill Road

Ft. Washington, PA  19034

Phone:  215-643-5400 / Fax 215-619-0276

Submit your resume to Regina Paul, Human Resources Manager, by mail, fax, or e-mail mailto:employment@wordsworth.org

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

 

There are no positions at this time.     

 

HARRISBURG

1745 North Cameron Street Suite B

Harrisburg, PA 17103

Submit your resume to Rochelle Willis, Human Resources, by e-mail   rwillis@wordsworth.org

 

SCHOOL nURSE                                                                                                                                                                  01/9/12

Dispense prescribed medications, first aid and oversee the health records of students. This is a 12-month position. Effective communication skills and ability to quickly form trusting relationships with child/adolescent population. Sufficient mobility, coordination and body strength to safely restrain a child or adolescent. Ability to administer First Aid and CPR. Requirements: Pennsylvania RN license. Certified as School Nurse. Prior nursing experience in a school setting preferred

 

Vocational Shop Teacher                                                                                                                                       01/9/12

Provide pre-vocational exploration in area of expertise.  This is a 10-month position. Experience working with special needs students desirable. Effective communication skills and ability to quickly form trusting relationships with child/adolescent population. Sufficient mobility, coordination and body strength to safely restrain a child or adolescent. Ability and willingness to work with students of all levels. Ability to work with children from various cultural and ethnic backgrounds.  Ability to administer First Aid and CPR. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree. Certification in Special Education or Vocational or Industrial Arts; or ability and willingness to obtain appropriate certification.

 

 

 

Wordsworth is implementing the Sanctuary Model, an evidence-supported organizational approach for creating a safe environment for the children and families we serve and the staff who serve them.  Sanctuary is a treatment and organizational model that is based on understanding trauma and the impact it has on the lives of people, and we seek staff to join us in our trauma informed approach to those we serve.  For more information about the Sanctuary Model please visit http://www.sanctuaryweb.com/.