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. ALL POSITIONS HAVE IMMEDIATE OPENINGS, Hatboro, Kennett Square and Valley Forge Title:  ALL POSITIONS HAVE IMMEDIATE OPENINGS Skills:  Please refer to the specific job posting for additional information. Location:  Hatboro, Kennett Square and Valley Forge Date:  2010-03-04            Job Description:  You may apply for this position by emailing your resume to hr@childandfamilyfocus.org or faxing your resume to the Human Resource Department at 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 an equal opportunity employer. Bucks County High Fidelity Family Teams, Hatboro Title:  Bucks County High Fidelity Family Teams Skills:  Facilitator: Bachelor's degree in Human Service Field 1 year experience with child serving systems. Family Support Partner: Be the parent of a child with complex emotional and behavioral needs Have successfully navigated child serving systems Life experience which allows you to possess a diverse view of what families need in order to have a better life Youth Support Partner: 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 Location:  Hatboro Date:  2010-03-04            Job Description:  The High Fidelity Family Teams program of Bucks county has immediate openings. Full Time positions include: Facilitator Family Support Partner Youth Support Partner 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. CFF is an EOE and drug free work zone Please email your resume to hr@childandfamilyfocus.org Family Based Case Manager, Hatboro Title:  Family Based Case Manager Skills:  Bachelor’s degree in Human Service field 1 year experience with child serving system Strong knowledge of mental health community resources Knowledge of CASSP principles Location:  Hatboro Date:  2010-03-04            Job Description:  Family Based Mental Health Services is 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 Bucks and Montgomery counties, the treatment team will be able to effectively focus on the many therapeutic needs of each family. Position requires on call rotation and working most evenings. Must have dependable car CFF is an EOE and drug free work zone Please email your resume to hr@childandfamilyfocus.org Youth & Family Teams Facilitator, Kennett Square Title:  Youth & Family Teams Facilitator Skills:  Basic Qualifications: •Bachelor’s Degree in the Human Service Field preferred •Two years of experience providing services for children and families •Completion of the practitioners credential for wraparound facilitation •Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills •Proficiency with computer applications including Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point Responsibilities will include: •Ensuring that the phases and related activities of the Youth & Family Team (System of Care) process are completed. •Collaborating with the youth and their family to engage them in the Youth & Family Team (System of Care) process and help them to identify and express their needs. •Collaborating with the team providing services and support to the youth and family and managing the team process. •Ensuring that the team mission and goals address the youth and family’s needs. •Ensuring that the team develops an integrated plan that focuses on the needs of the youth and family. •Monitoring implementation of the plan and communicating frequently with the youth and family to identify any emerging needs that may need to be added to the plan. •Teaching and transferring activities to the youth, family and natural supports by building and monitoring the youth and family’s self-efficacy. •Supporting the Family and Youth Support Partners and natural supports in their individual roles on the team. •Assisting the youth and family in identifying and strengthening their natural and social support system. •Monitoring satisfaction of all team members while strengthening and maintaining engagement. •Ensuring that the Youth & Family Team (System of Care) principles are upheld and the theory of change components are met. Location:  Kennett Square Date:  2010-01-28            Job Description:  Overview: The Youth & Family team 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 Chester County Youth & Family Teams (System of Care) Facilitator will work with youth and families being served through the System of Care project, providers, and county staff in Chester County. 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 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 employer and an equal opportunity employer Youth & Family Teams Supervisor, Kennett Square Title:  Youth & Family Teams Supervisor Skills:  Basic Qualifications: •Master’s Degree in the Human Service Field •3 yrs experience in child/family service systems & 1 year supervisory experience •Knowledge and understanding of the ten guiding principles of wraparound and their implementation in service planning •Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills •Experience with and knowledge of children’s mental health •Proficiency with computer applications including Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point Preferred Qualifications: •Demonstrated excellence in multi system management and collaboration •Knowledge of resources in Chester and surrounding counties •Excellent group facilitation, time management and organizational skills •Ability to network and collaborate with service providers and professionals •Direct clinical experiences in children’s mental health services •Supervisor experience a plus Location:  Kennett Square Date:  2010-01-28            Job Description:  Position Summary: The systems of care process is a way to improve the lives of children with complex emotional, behavioral and mental 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 youth and family teams supervisor would be responsible for overseeing the team and services for children and families in the Chester county program. 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 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 employer and an equal opportunity employer Part Time Youth Support Partner, Kennett Square Title:  Part Time Youth Support Partner Skills:  Basic Qualifications: •Be a resilient youth between the ages of 18-25 who has lived with complex and emotional needs •Is or have 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 •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 Responsibilities will include: •Partner with and support the wraparound team to ensure that the phases and related activities of the High Fidelity Wraparound 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 Wraparound 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 wraparound 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 Wraparound trainings and obtain required credentials •Knowledge and understanding of the ten guiding principles of wraparound and their implementation in service planning •Ensure that the High Fidelity Wraparound principles are upheld Preferred Qualifications: •Time management and organizational skills •Ability to network and collaborate with service providers and professionals •Knowledge of resources in Chester and surrounding counties and the ability to access them •Knowledge of and experience with child serving systems and family organizations •Knowledge of youths’ rights and responsibilities within the child serving systems. •Knowledge and understanding of the ten guiding principles of wraparound and their implementation in service planning. •Personality that is open to and supports engaging people from different cultures and backgrounds Location:  Kennett Square Date:  2009-09-16            Job Description:  Overview: The Youth & Family team 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 Chester County Youth & Family Teams (System of Care) Facilitator will work with youth and families being served through the System of Care project, providers, and county staff in Chester County. Contact Information: You may apply for this position by emailing your resume to hr@childandfamilyfocus.org or faxing your resume to the Human Resource Department at 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 an equal opportunity employer. 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