There are many exciting career opportunities available at Child and Family Focus Inc. Please call 610-783-1788 or email hr@childandfamilyfocus.org for further info. High Fidelity Family Teams Youth Support Partner, Hatboro Title:  High Fidelity Family Teams Youth Support Partner Skills:  Basic Qualifications: •Be a youth between 18-25 yrs who has shown resilience in dealing with complex emotional and behavioral needs •Is or have successfully navigated child serving systems •Life experience which allows you to possess a diverse view of what youths need in order to have a better life •Knowledge and understanding of the ten guiding principles of wraparound and their implementation in service planning •High school diploma or equivalent required •Ability to demonstrate problem solving skills within a collaborative approach •Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills Proficiency with computer applications including Microsoft Word and email applications Location:  Hatboro Date:  2009-05-21            Job Description:  Overview: The high fidelity family teams process is a way to improve the lives of children with complex needs and their families by developing individualized plans of care. The individualized plan is child-centered and family-focused with maximum family involvement and variation depending on the needs of the child and family. The process focuses on strengthening the natural family, extended family and social supports for the child by involving them in the planning and implementation process. The Montgomery County High Fidelity Family Teams Youth Support Partner will work with youth and families being served through the project, providers, and county staff in Montgomery County. Responsibilities will include: •Partner with and support the family team to ensure that the phases and related activities of the High Fidelity Family Teams process are completed. •Provide direct support and services to youths in order to access natural supports and advocate for themselves •Collaborate with the youth and their family to engage them in the High Fidelity Family Teams process and help them to identify and express their needs. •Ensure that the team mission, goals, and plan address the youth and family’s needs. •Communicate frequently with the youth, family and team to identify any emerging needs that may need to be added to the plan. •Teach and transfer activities to the youth, family and natural supports by building and monitoring the youth and family’s self-efficacy. •Assist the youth and family in identifying and strengthening their natural and social support system •Attend scheduled High Fidelity trainings and obtain required credentials •Ensure that the High Fidelity principles are upheld Contact Information: You may apply for this position by emailing your resume to hr@childandfamilyfocus.org or by faxing it to 610-783-1944 We offer a competitive total compensation package as well as an environment conducive to personal and professional growth. CFF is proud to promote an open culture, encouraging people to be themselves and giving their ideas a chance to flourish. CFF is a drug free and an equal opportunity employer. ALL POSITIONS HAVE IMMEDIATE OPENINGS, Child and Family Focus Title:  ALL POSITIONS HAVE IMMEDIATE OPENINGS Skills:  Please send your resume to the Human Resource Department Fax: 610-783-1944 Email: hr@childandfamilyfocus.org Location:  Child and Family Focus Date:  2009-05-08            Job Description:  All positions have immediate openings Visit our website for additional details and qualifications Family Based Case Manager, Valley Forge Title:  Family Based Case Manager Skills:  Qualifications: The ideal candidates will have the following qualifications: Strong knowledge in the field of mental health, community resources, CASSP principles, and a desire to work in a small, supportive agency environment that is dedicated to providing the very best care to children and families. At least 1 year experience in mental health field, excellent written, verbal and listening skills, ability to work empathically with diverse clients, work some evenings, and cover on call pager when needed. Must have a dependable car. Location:  Valley Forge Date:  2009-05-08            Job Description:  Overview: Child and Family Focus, Inc., a faith based, non-profit, community based agency have an immediate opening in our Valley Forge Family Based Program, an intensive in home treatment program. Bachelor Level Case Manager is needed to work as a team with a Master level therapist to provide intensive weekly individual and family therapy in the child’s home. With a case load of up to 8 children and families in Chester, and Montgomery counties, the treatment team will be able to effectively focus on the many therapeutic needs of each family. CFF is an EOE and Drug Free employer Fax your resume to 610-783-1944 or email to hr@childandfamilyfocus.org Respite Care Providers, Bucks, Chester and Delaware Counties Title:  Respite Care Providers Skills:  [For information on what it takes to become a Respite Provider, please visit the "Services" link of our website] Location:  Bucks, Chester and Delaware Counties Date:  2008-01-07            Job Description:  We are always looking for individuals to help support local families by providing short-term, temporary care to children/youth ages 3-21. Respite Care, which can be provided in your home or the child’s home, offers families a temporary interval of relief from the challenges that come with caring for a child with emotional and/or behavioral challenges. To apply, please call a Respite Coordinator at 866-240-3010 x236. CFF is an EOE Therapeutic Foster Care Parent(s), Bucks, Chester and Montgomery Counties Title:  Therapeutic Foster Care Parent(s) Skills:  [For information on what it takes to become a Therapeutic Foster Care Parent (TFC), please visit the "Services" link of our website. Location:  Bucks, Chester and Montgomery Counties Date:  2008-01-07            Job Description:  We are always looking for caring people to provide Therapeutic Foster Care (TFC) to children with emotional and/or behavioral needs. TFC parents provide not only basic care to a child, but also must provide emotional healing and behavioral support. TFC parents help a child learn how to live in a healthy family environment and how to become an active member of the community. If you are interested in learning more, please call 866-240-3010 today! CFF is an EOE Therapeutic Staff Support, Chester County-Valley Forge Office Title:  Therapeutic Staff Support Skills:  Requirements: Knowledge of CASSP Service System Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently as well as within a team setting Bachelor degree in human service or Bachelor's degree in related field with one yr minimum working experience with children and adolescents Or Associates Degree/60+ credits in human service field plus 3 yrs working experience with children and adolescents Location:  Chester County-Valley Forge Office Date:  2007-11-27            Job Description:  TSS will be responsible for providing one-to-one mental health interventions to a child or adolescent in order to prevent more restrictive services and promote age-appropriate psychosocial growth. TSS will follow treatment plan and implement interventions developed by Behavior Specialist Consultant. TSS will work collaboratively with parents, teachers and members of community to transfer skills and techniques needed to assist child or adolescent with identified problem areas. Services are delivered either in the home, school or community setting. TSS will be responsible for progress notes and maintaining training hours CFF is an EOE BSC/MT, Chester County-Valley Forge Office Title:  BSC/MT Skills:  Requirements: Master's degree in psychology or closely related field Minimum of 12 credit hours in course work related to behavioral management theory, interventions, protocols or techniques. One year minimum clinical experience working with children, adolescents and families Extensive knowledge of CASSP Service System Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to work independently as well as within a team setting. Organized and excellent documentation skills are necessary. Qualified candidates please fax resumes to 610-783-1944 or email to hr@childandfamilyfocus.org. No phone calls please CFF is an EOE **BCS and MT are hired as independent contractors and are not eligible for health benefits, workers compensation or unemployment benefits. Independent contractors are required to pay their own taxes as taxes are not taken out of paychecks. Location:  Chester County-Valley Forge Office Date:  2007-11-20            Job Description:  Child and Family Focus Inc, a non-profit, faith based agency has immediate openings for Behavior Specialist Consultants and Mobile Therapist to join our Wrap Around Program as independent contractors** serving Chester and Western Montgomery counties. Behavior Specialist Consultant will be responsible for the assessment, program design and monitoring of a behavior modification intervention plan which is individualized to child and adolescent as well as family needs. BSC will consult with treatment team members and work collaboratively to support the overall growth and development of the client and family. Services are provided in the school and/or home and community setting. Mobile Therapist will provide child centered, family focused psychotherapy using a variety of treatment modalities outlined in the child's treatment plan. MT will work collaboratively with treatment team members to support the overall growth and development of the client and family. Services are provided on the school and/or home and community setting. CFF is an EOE