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Full time position (40 hrs) working as a part of a Clinical Team that provides a range of support services including case management, behavioral interventions and skill acquisition to individuals primarily in their homes. Persons served include adults and youth with developmental disabilities and/or mental health conditions.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities required; experience working with youth with emotional disturbances strongly preferred. Training/experience in applied behavior analysis preferred. Valid driver’s license required.

We offer an excellent benefits package for both full and part-time staff, including up to 80% health insurance contribution, dental plan, tuition reimbursement, training funds, 3 weeks vacation and more! The Edinburg Center is an Affirmative Action and Equal opportunity employer.

The Edinburg Center, Inc. is seeking qualified, enthusiastic applicants for positions in a large, progressive mental health agency providing a comprehensive array of services to persons with mental health disorders and developmental disabilities in the Metro West area of Massachusetts. As a large, multi-service community mental health agency, The Edinburg Center maintains a specific commitment to providing services to persons whose complex and challenging needs have typically been barriers to successful community living. Our employees share the belief that all persons have the potential to learn, the capacity for change, the ability to grow and to actively contribute to the community. They respect diversity and promote dignity, respect and health, both in themselves and in others. Therefore, we seek individuals who are devoted to the well-being and welfare of others and who have a special commitment to protecting the human, civil and legal rights of all individuals. We seek to hire caring and empathetic persons who have energy, a sense of responsibility and a positive attitude and who will readily advocate for the needs of others, particularly those who are not able to do so for themselves.

Send resume and cover letter to:
EMPLOYMENT
The Edinburg Center
1040 Waltham Street
Lexington, MA 02421
fax: 781-863-5903
employment@edinburgcenter.org

Keywords: social services, counseling, social work, psychology, mental illness, disability, behavioral, rehabilitative, psychiatric, case management, case manager, human services, autism, crisis, trauma, advocacy, developmental disability, recovery

Full-time (40 hour) position available providing essential experience and consultation to a self-contained interdisciplinary team that utilizes an assertive outreach model to promote a culture in which each consumer’s subjective experiences, points of view and preferences are recognized, respected and integrated into all treatment, rehabilitation and support services. Participates in all program planning processes and provides direct services that promote consumer recovery, self-determination and decision-making.

Qualifications: Experience in the Mental Health field required. Experience as a peer advocate or peer specialist strongly preferred. CPS strongly preferred. BA preferred. Personal experience with recovery from a psychiatric condition required. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

We offer an excellent benefits package for both full and part-time staff, including up to 80% health insurance contribution, dental plan, tuition reimbursement, training funds, 3 weeks vacation and more! The Edinburg Center is an Affirmative Action and Equal opportunity employer.

The Edinburg Center, Inc. is seeking qualified, enthusiastic applicants for positions in a large, progressive mental health agency providing a comprehensive array of services to persons with mental health disorders and developmental disabilities in the Metro West area of Massachusetts. As a large, multi-service community mental health agency, The Edinburg Center maintains a specific commitment to providing services to persons whose complex and challenging needs have typically been barriers to successful community living. Our employees share the belief that all persons have the potential to learn, the capacity for change, the ability to grow and to actively contribute to the community. They respect diversity and promote dignity, respect and health, both in themselves and in others. Therefore, we seek individuals who are devoted to the well-being and welfare of others and who have a special commitment to protecting the human, civil and legal rights of all individuals. We seek to hire caring and empathetic persons who have energy, a sense of responsibility and a positive attitude and who will readily advocate for the needs of others, particularly those who are not able to do so for themselves.

Send resume and cover letter to:
EMPLOYMENT
The Edinburg Center
1040 Waltham Street
Lexington, MA 02421
fax: 781-863-5903
employment@edinburgcenter.org

Keywords: social services, counseling, social work, psychology, mental illness, disability, behavioral, rehabilitative, psychiatric, case management, case manager, human services, autism, crisis, trauma, advocacy, developmental disability, recovery

Full-time (40 hr) position available providing and coordinating substance abuse assessment, treatment, planning and service delivery tailored to the individual needs of clients with dual disorders of mental illness and substance abuse utilizing an assertive outreach model as a member of a self-contained interdisciplinary team.

Qualification: Master’s degree in social work, psychology, rehabilitative counseling or related field required. At least 2 yrs experience providing rehabilitative services to adults with mental illnesses required. At least 1 year supervisory experience providing substance abuse treatment interventions to persons with co-occurring psychiatric mental illness. Certification as an addictions counselor preferred. PACT or assertive community treatment experience preferred. Valid driver’s license required.
We offer an excellent benefits package for both full and part-time staff, including up to 80% health insurance contribution, dental plan, tuition reimbursement, training funds, 3 weeks vacation and more! The Edinburg Center is an Affirmative Action and Equal opportunity employer.

The Edinburg Center, Inc. is seeking qualified, enthusiastic applicants for positions in a large, progressive mental health agency providing a comprehensive array of services to persons with mental health disorders and developmental disabilities in the Metro West area of Massachusetts. As a large, multi-service community mental health agency, The Edinburg Center maintains a specific commitment to providing services to persons whose complex and challenging needs have typically been barriers to successful community living. Our employees share the belief that all persons have the potential to learn, the capacity for change, the ability to grow and to actively contribute to the community. They respect diversity and promote dignity, respect and health, both in themselves and in others. Therefore, we seek individuals who are devoted to the well-being and welfare of others and who have a special commitment to protecting the human, civil and legal rights of all individuals. We seek to hire caring and empathetic persons who have energy, a sense of responsibility and a positive attitude and who will readily advocate for the needs of others, particularly those who are not able to do so for themselves.

Send resume and cover letter to:
EMPLOYMENT
The Edinburg Center
1040 Waltham Street
Lexington, MA 02421
fax: 781-863-5903
employment@edinburgcenter.org

Keywords: social services, counseling, social work, psychology, mental illness, disability, behavioral, rehabilitative, psychiatric, casemanagement, case manager, human services, autism, crisis, trauma, advocacy, developmental disability, recovery

Part-time (24 hour) position available in an innovative, community-based, step-down program to assist mental health consumers to avoid unnecessary hospitalization or transition successfully from the hospital to community living. Responsibilities include: case coordination, support, transportation, skills training, linkage and outreach as a member of an interdisciplinary team that utilizes an assertive outreach model to promote a culture in which each consumer’s subjective experiences, points of view and preferences are recognized, respected and integrated into all treatment, rehabilitation and support services. Participates in all program planning processes and provides direct services that promote consumer recovery, self-determination and decision-making.

Qualifications: BA in MH related field; at least 2 years experience with adult mental health population; experience in assertive community treatment (ACT) model programs and knowledge of psychosocial rehabilitation preferred. Valid driver’s license required.

We offer an excellent benefits package for both full and part-time staff, including up to 80% health insurance contribution, dental plan, tuition reimbursement, training funds, 3 weeks vacation and more! The Edinburg Center is an Affirmative Action and Equal opportunity employer.

The Edinburg Center, Inc. is seeking qualified, enthusiastic applicants for positions in a large, progressive mental health agency providing a comprehensive array of services to persons with mental health disorders and developmental disabilities in the Metro West area of Massachusetts. As a large, multi-service community mental health agency, The Edinburg Center maintains a specific commitment to providing services to persons whose complex and challenging needs have typically been barriers to successful community living. Our employees share the belief that all persons have the potential to learn, the capacity for change, the ability to grow and to actively contribute to the community. They respect diversity and promote dignity, respect and health, both in themselves and in others. Therefore, we seek individuals who are devoted to the well-being and welfare of others and who have a special commitment to protecting the human, civil and legal rights of all individuals. We seek to hire caring and empathetic persons who have energy, a sense of responsibility and a positive attitude and who will readily advocate for the needs of others, particularly those who are not able to do so for themselves.

Send resume and cover letter to:
EMPLOYMENT
The Edinburg Center
1040 Waltham Street
Lexington, MA 02421
fax: 781-863-5903
employment@edinburgcenter.org

Keywords: social services, counseling, social work, psychology, mental illness, disability, behavioral, rehabilitative, psychiatric, case management, case manager, human services, autism, crisis, trauma, advocacy, developmental disability, recovery

Part-time (24 hour) position available position in an innovative community-based hospital diversion/step-down program to assist persons with mental health conditions who are endeavoring to achieve stability in the community. Responsibilities include providing essential experience and consultation to an interdisciplinary team that utilizes an assertive outreach model to promote a culture in which each consumer’s subjective experiences, points of view and preferences are recognized, respected and integrated into all treatment, rehabilitation and support services. Participates in all program planning processes and provides direct services that promote consumer recovery, self-determination and decision-making.

Qualifications: Experience in the Mental Health field required. Experience as a peer advocate or peer specialist strongly preferred. Certified Peer Specialist strongly preferred. BA preferred. Personal experience with recovery from a psychiatric condition required. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

We offer an excellent benefits package for both full and part-time staff, including up to 80% health insurance contribution, dental plan, tuition reimbursement, training funds, 3 weeks vacation and more! The Edinburg Center is an Affirmative Action and Equal opportunity employer.

The Edinburg Center, Inc. is seeking qualified, enthusiastic applicants for positions in a large, progressive mental health agency providing a comprehensive array of services to persons with mental health disorders and developmental disabilities in the Metro West area of Massachusetts. As a large, multi-service community mental health agency, The Edinburg Center maintains a specific commitment to providing services to persons whose complex and challenging needs have typically been barriers to successful community living. Our employees share the belief that all persons have the potential to learn, the capacity for change, the ability to grow and to actively contribute to the community. They respect diversity and promote dignity, respect and health, both in themselves and in others. Therefore, we seek individuals who are devoted to the well-being and welfare of others and who have a special commitment to protecting the human, civil and legal rights of all individuals. We seek to hire caring and empathetic persons who have energy, a sense of responsibility and a positive attitude and who will readily advocate for the needs of others, particularly those who are not able to do so for themselves.

Send resume and cover letter to:
EMPLOYMENT
The Edinburg Center
1040 Waltham Street
Lexington, MA 02421
fax: 781-863-5903
employment@edinburgcenter.org

Keywords: social services, counseling, social work, psychology, mental illness, disability, behavioral, rehabilitative, psychiatric, case management, case manager, human services, autism, crisis, trauma, advocacy, developmental disability, recovery

Cranwood Children's Services, a program of the Italian Home for Children, is an accredited non-profit treatment facility for emotionally and behaviorally challenged children, ages 4-13.

PLEASE NOTE: Cranwood is located in EAST FREETOWN, MA- 1 hour south of Boston- New Bedford, Fall River, Providence area. IT IS NOT ACCESSIBLE BY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION!

Position: Senior Child Care Worker
Job Category: Direct Care
Location: Cranwood Children’s Services, East Freetown Campus
Hours: Full-time, Day and Evening shifts, includes weekends

Summary of Position: The Senior Child Care Worker is directly responsible for the overall functioning and management of the House assigned in the absence of the Unit Supervisor. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Essential Functions:

• Provide regularly scheduled training and weekly individual and group supervision to milieu staff.
• Plan and execute weekly milieu staff meetings in the absence of Unit Supervisor.
• Responsible for new employees’ six-month adjustment review and annual performance review.
• Monitor, perform and assist in providing behavioral and physical intervention in accordance with the approved format when needed.
• Review and track all serious incident reports and restraint reports.
• Ensure structure and safety of the therapeutic milieu while providing support and supervision of residents and milieu staff.
• Preparation and/or assistance in generating behavioral reports in all required formats.
• Attendance at Treatment Meetings and School Meetings as assigned.
• Creation, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of behavior management programs for clients in conjunction with the treatment team.
• Create, implement and monitor planned community and milieu activities.
• Provide Supervisory coverage for both Houses as deemed necessary.
• Process concerns and incidents with staff and clients in an appropriate manner.
• Assume supervisor on call and intake on call responsibilities as deemed necessary.
• Ensure efficient and timely record-keeping in accordance with Quality Assurance practices.
• Assume the role of Medical Liaison for the residents of the program.
• Ensure staff office supplies are sufficient including blank copies of blank paperwork.
• Ensure weekly Milieu Reports are completed and passed in to Clinical Case Managers.
• Ensure follow up calls are completed and documented for discharged clients in the STARR program.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Education/Experience:
• High School Diploma or GED, BS/BA strongly preferred.
• Minimum 12 months experience working with children and families.
• Demonstrated supervisory abilities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential in conjunction with computerized literacy, organizational and motivational abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to independently carry out department objectives with limited supervision.

Mental Abilities: Must be receptive and responsive to supervision and professional development. Ability to be flexible and work collaboratively. Ability to respond to emergencies quickly and safely. Ability to work in a stressful and fast paced environment. Ability to understand principles taught in trainings and seminars and apply to the milieu. Must understand issues of confidentiality. Evidence of sensitivity and respect for client’s culture and socioeconomic characteristics.
Physical Abilities: Must be able to participate in activities with children. Ability to work and stand for extended periods. Ability to provide therapeutic physical restraint. May require bending, stooping, stretching, and lifting of 75 pounds. Visual and hearing acuity to perform job related functions.

PLEASE REFER TO JOB CODE: CRAN

Interested candidates may submit a resume and cover letter to hr@italianhome.org or mail to:
Human Resources
Italian Home for Children
1125 Centre Street
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Voice (617) 524-3116
Fax: 617) 983-5372
Visit us on the web at www.italianhome.org
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Full and part-time positions available providing recovery-oriented psychosocial rehabilitation services, support, and to adults with mental health issues living in a Community-Based Felxible Supports residential treatment program.

Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required. BA or BS preferred. Experience preferred. Valid driver’s license required. First Aid, CPR, and MAP certification within three months of hire required. Skilled in the use of Microsoft Word within three months of hire required.

We offer an excellent benefits package for both full and part-time staff, including up to 80% health insurance contribution, dental plan, tuition reimbursement, training funds, 3 weeks vacation and more! The Edinburg Center is an Affirmative Action and Equal opportunity employer.

The Edinburg Center, Inc. is seeking qualified, enthusiastic applicants for positions in a large, progressive mental health agency providing a comprehensive array of services to persons with mental health disorders and developmental disabilities in the Metro West area of Massachusetts. As a large, multi-service community mental health agency, The Edinburg Center maintains a specific commitment to providing services to persons whose complex and challenging needs have typically been barriers to successful community living. Our employees share the belief that all persons have the potential to learn, the capacity for change, the ability to grow and to actively contribute to the community. They respect diversity and promote dignity, respect and health, both in themselves and in others. Therefore, we seek individuals who are devoted to the well-being and welfare of others and who have a special commitment to protecting the human, civil and legal rights of all individuals. We seek to hire caring and empathetic persons who have energy, a sense of responsibility and a positive attitude and who will readily advocate for the needs of others, particularly those who are not able to do so for themselves.

Send resume to:
EMPLOYMENT
The Edinburg Center
1040 Waltham Street
Lexington, MA 02421
fax: 781-863-5903
employment@edinburgcenter.org

keywords: social services, counseling, social work, psychology, mental illness, disability, behavioral, rehabilitative, psychiatric, case management, case manager, human services, autism, crisis, trauma, advocacy, developmental disability, recovery

Full and part-time positions available providing recovery-oriented psychosocial rehabilitation services, case coordination, advocacy and support to adults with mental health issues living in a Community-Based Felxible Supports residential treatment program.

Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required. BA or BS preferred. Experience preferred. Valid driver’s license required. First Aid, CPR, and MAP certification within three months of hire required. Skilled in the use of Microsoft Word within three months of hire required.

We offer an excellent benefits package for both full and part-time staff, including up to 80% health insurance contribution, dental plan, tuition reimbursement, training funds, 3 weeks vacation and more! The Edinburg Center is an Affirmative Action and Equal opportunity employer.

The Edinburg Center, Inc. is seeking qualified, enthusiastic applicants for positions in a large, progressive mental health agency providing a comprehensive array of services to persons with mental health disorders and developmental disabilities in the Metro West area of Massachusetts. As a large, multi-service community mental health agency, The Edinburg Center maintains a specific commitment to providing services to persons whose complex and challenging needs have typically been barriers to successful community living. Our employees share the belief that all persons have the potential to learn, the capacity for change, the ability to grow and to actively contribute to the community. They respect diversity and promote dignity, respect and health, both in themselves and in others. Therefore, we seek individuals who are devoted to the well-being and welfare of others and who have a special commitment to protecting the human, civil and legal rights of all individuals. We seek to hire caring and empathetic persons who have energy, a sense of responsibility and a positive attitude and who will readily advocate for the needs of others, particularly those who are not able to do so for themselves.

Send resume and cover letter to:
EMPLOYMENT
The Edinburg Center
1040 Waltham Street
Lexington, MA 02421
fax: 781-863-5903
employment@edinburgcenter.org

keywords: social services, counseling, social work, psychology, mental illness, disability, behavioral, rehabilitative, psychiatric, case management, case manager, human services, autism, crisis, trauma, advocacy, developmental disability, recovery

Part-time positions available providing recovery-oriented psychosocial rehabilitation services, case coordination, advocacy, support, linkage, and outreach to adults with mental health issues living in the community.

Qualifications: BA or BS and at least one year of experience in the field required, two years in the field preferred. Valid driver’s license and reliable means of transportation required. First Aid, CPR, and MAP certification within three months of hire required. Skilled in the use of Microsoft Word within three months of hire required.

We offer an excellent benefits package for both full and part-time staff, including up to 80% health insurance contribution, dental plan, tuition reimbursement, training funds, 3 weeks vacation and more! The Edinburg Center is an Affirmative Action and Equal opportunity

The Edinburg Center, Inc. is seeking qualified, enthusiastic applicants for positions in a large, progressive mental health agency providing a comprehensive array of services to persons with mental health disorders and developmental disabilities in the Metro West area of Massachusetts. As a large, multi-service community mental health agency, The Edinburg Center maintains a specific commitment to providing services to persons whose complex and challenging needs have typically been barriers to successful community living. Our employees share the belief that all persons have the potential to learn, the capacity for change, the ability to grow and to actively contribute to the community. They respect diversity and promote dignity, respect and health, both in themselves and in others. Therefore, we seek individuals who are devoted to the well-being and welfare of others and who have a special commitment to protecting the human, civil and legal rights of all individuals. We seek to hire caring and empathetic persons who have energy, a sense of responsibility and a positive attitude and who will readily advocate for the needs of others, particularly those who are not able to do so for themselves.

Send resume and cover letter to:
EMPLOYMENT
The Edinburg Center
1040 Waltham Street
Lexington, MA 02421
fax: 781-863-5903
employment@edinburgcenter.org

keywords: social services, counseling, social work, psychology, mental illness, disability, behavioral, rehabilitative, psychiatric, case management, case manager, human services, autism, crisis, trauma, advocacy, developmental disability, recovery

Full-time position available. We are looking for a Program Director in our Community Based Flexible Support (CBFS) service, which offers high quality, person-centered rehabilitation services to individual diagnosed with mental illnesses. Persons served may also have co-occurring diagnoses of PDD or other developmental disabilities. Responsible for overseeing the day-to-day clinical and administrative operations of a CBFS Residential Program and for overseeing the day-to-day administrative operations of a CBFS Division. S/he will ensure services are recovery-oriented and inclusive of families and significant others. S/he will also ensure adherence to Edinburg Center/CBFS Services policies and procedures and compliance with all state and local licensing / certification requirements and regulations. Participates in planning, coordinating and documenting the IAP process with division consumers using recovery-oriented and evidence-based practices

Qualifications
Masters degree in relevant clinical field or matriculation in such a program required. Minimum of one year clinical experience working with persons diagnosed with mental illness required. Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts preferred. Supervisory experience preferred. First Aid, CPR and MAP certification within three months of hire required. Valid driver’s license required.

We offer an excellent benefits package for both full and part-time staff, including up to 80% health insurance contribution, dental plan, tuition reimbursement, training funds, 3 weeks vacation and more! The Edinburg Center is an Affirmative Action and Equal opportunity employer.

The Edinburg Center, Inc. is seeking qualified, enthusiastic applicants for positions in a large, progressive mental health agency providing a comprehensive array of services to persons with mental health disorders and developmental disabilities in the Metro West area of Massachusetts. As a large, multi-service community mental health agency, The Edinburg Center maintains a specific commitment to providing services to persons whose complex and challenging needs have typically been barriers to successful community living. Our employees share the belief that all persons have the potential to learn, the capacity for change, the ability to grow and to actively contribute to the community. They respect diversity and promote dignity, respect and health, both in themselves and in others. Therefore, we seek individuals who are devoted to the well-being and welfare of others and who have a special commitment to protecting the human, civil and legal rights of all individuals. We seek to hire caring and empathetic persons who have energy, a sense of responsibility and a positive attitude and who will readily advocate for the needs of others, particularly those who are not able to do so for themselves.

Send resume and cover letter to:
EMPLOYMENT
The Edinburg Center
1040 Waltham Street
Lexington, MA 02421
fax: 781-863-5903
employment@edinburgcenter.org

Keywords: social services, counseling, social work, psychology, mental illness, disability, behavioral, rehabilitative, psychiatric, case management, case manager, human services, autism, crisis, trauma, advocacy, developmental disability, recovery

Full-time position available. We are looking for a Clinical Director for one of our Community Based Flexible Support (CBFS) service teams, which offers high quality, person-centered rehabilitation services to individual diagnosed with mental illnesses. Persons served may also have co-occurring diagnoses of PTSD or substance abuse. The Clinical Director will oversee the clinical and rehabilitative operations of a team of outreach and residential staff. S/he will perform all intakes and assessments of persons referred for service. The Clinical Director will train and supervise the staff in developing Individual Action Plans with consumers and in documenting consumer progress. S/he will ensure services are recovery-oriented and inclusive of families and significant others. S/he will also ensure adherence to Edinburg Center/CBFS Services policies and procedures and compliance with all state and local licensing/certification requirements and regulations.

Qualifications
Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts and 2 years post Master’s work experience required. Training and experience in Illness Management and Recovery (IMR) and/or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy strongly preferred. Supervisory experience required. Experience working with adults with mental illness required. Valid driver’s license required.

We offer an excellent benefits package for both full and part-time staff, including up to 80% health insurance contribution, dental plan, tuition reimbursement, training funds, 3 weeks vacation and more! The Edinburg Center is an Affirmative Action and Equal opportunity employer.

The Edinburg Center, Inc. is seeking qualified, enthusiastic applicants for positions in a large, progressive mental health agency providing a comprehensive array of services to persons with mental health disorders and developmental disabilities in the Metro West area of Massachusetts. As a large, multi-service community mental health agency, The Edinburg Center maintains a specific commitment to providing services to persons whose complex and challenging needs have typically been barriers to successful community living. Our employees share the belief that all persons have the potential to learn, the capacity for change, the ability to grow and to actively contribute to the community. They respect diversity and promote dignity, respect and health, both in themselves and in others. Therefore, we seek individuals who are devoted to the well-being and welfare of others and who have a special commitment to protecting the human, civil and legal rights of all individuals. We seek to hire caring and empathetic persons who have energy, a sense of responsibility and a positive attitude and who will readily advocate for the needs of others, particularly those who are not able to do so for themselves.

Send resume and cover letter to:
EMPLOYMENT
The Edinburg Center
1040 Waltham Street
Lexington, MA 02421
fax: 781-863-5903
employment@edinburgcenter.org

Keywords: social services, counseling, social work, psychology, mental illness, disability, behavioral, rehabilitative, psychiatric, case management, case manager, human services, autism, crisis, trauma, advocacy, developmental disability, recovery

Crossroads Family Shelter seeks Family Advocates to provide supportive services to homeless families living in our congregate shelter program. Duties include front-line assistance with daily operations; basic counseling, advocacy, and referral; implementing shelter policies, procedures and rules; maintaining accurate documentation; working in coordination with the service team, including Case Managers and Housing Search Specialists; and performing light cooking and cleaning duties. Schedule to include a combination of day, evening, and weekend hours.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma, 1-2 years of experience in human services, and be fluent in English and Spanish. Preferred candidates will have a college degree in a related field and prior experience working in residential settings.

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume by e-mail to: hr@ebcrossroads.org.

CAMERA is Hiring!

Letter-Writing Coordinator

Join the battle for truth about Israel. CAMERA seeks a skilled writer to be based in its Boston office with strong knowledge of the Arab-Israeli conflict and Middle East events to head its activist letter-writing program. The position entails working with CAMERA’s research team and other staff to produce timely and regular E-Mail Alerts about media issues with the goal of promoting accountability on the part of the media and disseminating factual information about the Middle East in the print media and on-line.

In addition, the successful candidate must interact well with others, as the role entails guiding, advising, motivating and expanding a large activist network. Strong computer skills and knowledge of New Media innovations relevant to enhancing the impact of the letter-writing team are a plus. Competitive salary and full medical benefits.

Interested individuals should send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to susan@camera.org. No phone calls, please.

Fund for the Public Interest (The Fund) is a national nonprofit organization working to raise money and increase visibility, membership and political power for the nation’s leading environmental and progressive groups. We are looking for a highly organized individual to provide critical administrative support to the Fund’s National Telephone Outreach Project, (TOP). The TOP conducts outreach for 60+ Public Interest Network groups, including USPIRG, Environment America, Environmental Action, Progressive Future and Green Corps.

We work in 20+ states to reach out to people one-on-one to raise money, recruit members, and do grassroots political work on behalf of nonprofit groups like U.S. PIRG, Environment America, Progressive Future and more. Some of the issues we’re working on include responding to the BP Oil Spill, protecting our National Parks and working to boost recycling by expanding the Bottle Bill. We’re hiring a National TOP Administrative Assistant (National TOP AA) who works directly with our National TOP Director as the chief administrator for the whole project.

A few specific responsibilities for the National TOP AA include:

• Serve as chief administrator providing support and leadership for a national project, including 3 local outreach offices.
• Track campaign messages and materials for more than 60 non-profit organizations.
• Manage payroll for more than100 part-time staff.
• Compile and distribute statistical reports and analyze data.
• Manage and monitor budgets for the entire department, compile detailed quarterly reports and propose any changes or new expenses.
• Enforce policies and work with office directors to maintain efficiency and accurate reporting.
• Work with senior staff and administrators of many other departments as part of a large national network.
• Plan and handle all logistics for several national and regional trainings and meetings throughout the year
• Help to recruit new staff and orient all new hires for the department.
• Help craft new policies and practices to keep improving performance and overall success of the Telephone Outreach Project.

The National TOP Administrative Assistant reports to the National TOP Director.

Job Qualifications:
The National TOP AA needs to be highly motivated with a strong commitment to public interest and environmental issues and a desire to work in the non-profit field. Fundraising experience is a plus. The ideal candidate should be a great problem solver, have excellent written and oral communication skills and enjoy building relationships. In addition this person needs to be extremely detail oriented and organized and be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Application:
E-mail your cover letter and resume to hiring@fundstaff.org. We’ll carefully consider your application and if we think you're a good fit, we'll be in touch.

The Fund for the Public Interest and all FUND-affiliated organizations are equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, gender, handicap, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

This is a Work for Progress recruitment campaign conducted on behalf of the Fund for the Public Interest.

TO APPLY CALL 617-292-4810 ASK FOR NICK Make $350-$650/wk this summer. Hourly wage: $10-$15/hr

All are welcome to join us at our upcoming Perkins School for the Blind Summer Job Fair in Watertown, MA, located in the Howe Builing, on Wednesday, July 21st from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Attending this job fair will give you the opportunity to meet with hiring managers to discuss current and future employment opportunities at Perkins.

If you would like to take part in our campus tour at 5 p.m., you can RSVP in advance by emailing Recruiter@perkins.org and we will have your name tag ready when you arrive. We look forward to seeing you at our job fair and remember to bring at least three copies of your resume.

For a flyer about this special event visit: http://www.perkins.org/assets/downloads/jobfairflyer-7-21.pdf

For more information about our organization, view our website at: www.perkins.org

Career opportunities: http://www.perkins.org/careers/

Campus map: http://www.perkins.org/about-us/contact/directions/campusmap2003.pdf

Perkins School for the Blind is located on: 175 North Beacon Street, Watertown, MA 02472

Perkins School for the Blind is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Work with Grassroots Campaigns in our Newton office to help pass the Clean Energy bill currently moving through Congress!
Now is the time to repower, refuel, and rebuild America’s energy policies!
By moving the US towards clean energy technology, we can create hundreds of thousands of new high-quality jobs, while using less foreign oil, and protecting our environment.
We are hiring campaign staff to build public support and pressure congress to act.
Make a difference while learning great skills and earning valuable campaign experience!
$9/$10 hour. Full-time, Part-time and Career Jobs available.
Call Chris: (617) 824 -0938
Boston, Environment, green jobs, activism, Clean Energy, Politics, Campaign, Jobs, Summer

Position Summary:
The Live In Mentor will provide support, guidance, and instruction to a person with a disability by sharing a home and the responsibilities of running a home. All supports, guidance, and instruction are to be provided with the utmost respect for each individual’s dignity and value as a member of society.

Essential Job Functions:
In exchange for free room, the Live In Mentor will:

• Sleep in apartment 260 nights per year (5 nights a week). The Live In should be in attendance 100% of the time for the first six week of a new placement.
• Provide direct service hours with a focus on home management: housekeeping, cooking, and laundry as well as person care. The mentor and resident should also plan one “fun” social activity per week.
• Provide on-going contact with family on scheduled basis.
• Participate in supervision and team meetings
• Participate in the Individual Support Plan with the person receiving supports on at least an annual basis.
• Complete daily and weekly observation notes and a monthly Progress Note for the applicable goal of the support plan.

Educational/Experience Requirements:
• High School Diploma or Equivalency and experience working with individuals, or with four or more years working with people with disabilities, preferably in a residential setting.
• Ability to pass CPR, Basic First Aid and MAP within the first 6 months of employment
• Ability to be flexible in schedule
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to be flexible in approach and in weekly schedule
• Good communication skills with families, residents and JF&CS staff





JF&CS offers an excellent work environment with competitive salary and benefits. To apply for employment opportunities, please send resume with cover letter and salary requirements (unless otherwise noted) to:

Director of Human Resources
Jewish Family & Children's Service
1430 Main Street
Waltham, MA 02451
Attn: Human Resources

HR@jfcsboston.org


We regret that we cannot take phone calls regarding this position. JF&CS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Position Summary:
The Job Developer/Residential Combo Support Staff works with individuals with mild to moderate developmental disabilities and psychiatric needs in the CHAI Works and Community Living Supports (CLS) programs. The CHAI Works program assists clients in developing volunteer and work skills in an integrated setting. This staff works 1:1 with clients to find them independent job and volunteer opportunities in the community. The CLS program helps people with disabilities live independently in the community. This staff works with two clients in the CLS program whom live in an apartment together in Newton.

Essential Job Functions for Job Developer in CHAI Works:
• Assist with all parts of Job Development for assigned client caseload including:

o Vocational Counseling, Assessment, and Training

o Individual Employment Plans

o Resume Development

o Cover Letter Development

o Interview Preparation

o Job Placement

o Job Coaching

o Employer/Employee Relations

o Ongoing Follow Up with Individuals
• Complete daily ETO logs for each client you work with that day.
• Transport individuals during program hours, with personal vehicle, as needed.
• Manage a flexible morning and afternoon schedule independently and to self regulate schedule so that all hours of service are delivered and tasks completed.
• Ensure safety and provide comprehensive assistance to a group of up to 6 clients 1 day a week including integrating adults into the community & participating with individuals during internal and community based activities/groups
• Act as a role model to clients by displaying proper dress, language and character skills
• Work with individuals on behavior management, personal development, social skills, and communication. Instruct, counsel and supervise clients in: work attitude, skills, personal care, self advocacy, and other areas identified in annual plan.
• Assist clients to achieve goals by maintaining knowledge of their learning styles, strengths and needs and ensure that skills are taught accordingly.
• Ensure that Health and Safety policies and procedures are implemented: be familiar with evacuation routes, ensure safe and efficient evacuations during drills and actual emergencies, keep aisles and means of egress clean and accessible, report unsafe situations, monitor clients at lunch, breaks, and safely transport clients to community sites. Keep work areas clean and organized, perform light housekeeping and train clients to keep work areas orderly.
• Communicate effectively with program staff and individuals associated with consumer services, in a collaborative team effort.

Essential Job Functions for CLS:
• Intensive Skill Training in areas of independence (e.g. menu planning and meal preparation, housekeeping, personal hygiene, organizational skills, safety).
• Provide assistance to clients when planning social activities.
• Assist clients in setting goals and develop implement strategies to meet goals.
• Maintain regular contact with clients.
• Provide telephone consultation during normal business hours (for family members as well as clients).
• Maintain updated records for clients’ files (Service Delivery Logs, Case Notes, Treatment Plans, Assessments, etc.)
• Attend required staff meetings and trainings
• Facilitate appropriate housemate relationships
• Facilitate a psycho-social milieu and carry out positive support behavior plans
• Assist clients with dinner preparation and clean up.

Physical demands:
• May include lifting and supporting up to 50 lbs
• May be required to bend, stoop, and kneel

Computer skills:
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office including Intermediate Skills in Outlook and Word and basic skills in Excel or willingness to develop such skills within 90 days of hire.
• Knowledge and utilization of ETO on a regular/daily basis.

Sample Schedule:
Monday: 11am-7pm
Tuesday: 10am-7pm
Wednesday: 11am-7pm
Thursday: 11am-7pm
Friday: 9am-4pm

*5pm-7pm Monday-Thursday hours are non-negotiable. Other hours can be negotiated.

Educational/Experience Requirements:
• Bachelor degree related field and experience working with individuals with disabilities, or High School Diploma or Equivalency with four or more years working with people with disabilities, preferably in a residential setting.
• Ability to pass CPR, Basic First Aid and MAP within the first 6 months of employment
• Ability to be flexible in schedule
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills




JF&CS offers an excellent work environment with competitive salary and benefits. To apply for employment opportunities, please send resume with cover letter and salary requirements (unless otherwise noted) to:

Director of Human Resources
Jewish Family & Children's Service
1430 Main Street
Waltham, MA 02451
Attn: Human Resources

HR@jfcsboston.org


We regret that we cannot take phone calls regarding this position. JF&CS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

***PLEASE PUT THE JOB TITLE IN THE SUBJECT OF YOUR MESSAGE***

Position Summary:
The Community Living Supports (CLS) Day/Res Combo Program Support Staff works with individuals with mild to moderate developmental disabilities and psychiatric needs. The CLS program helps people with disabilities live independently in the community. This Support Staff works with seven clients in the CLS program whom live in a house together in Norwood, as well as 1:1 with a client who lives independently in Brookline. Also, this Support Staff works in a day program assisting clients in developing volunteer and work skills in an integrated setting by managing groups of clients and working with clients 1:1.

Essential Job Functions for CLS:
• Intensive Skill Training in areas of independence (e.g. menu planning and meal preparation, housekeeping, personal hygiene, budgeting and bill paying, organizational skills, safety).
• Provide assistance to clients when planning social activities.
• Assist clients in setting goals and develop implement strategies to meet goals.
• Maintain regular contact with clients.
• Facilitate a weekly house meeting and house safety lesson.
• Provide telephone consultation during normal business hours (for family members as well as clients).
• Maintain updated records for clients’ files (Service Delivery Logs, Case Notes, Treatment Plans, Assessments, etc.)
• Attend required staff meetings and trainings
• Facilitate appropriate housemate relationships
• Identify and assist residents in community settings, including attending social/recreational events and assisting individuals with appropriate social interactions
• Access and utilize community resources
• Facilitate a psycho-social milieu and carry out positive support behavior plans
• Assist clients with dinner preparation and clean up.
• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene, including bathing, dressing, and night preparation.
• Oversee self-medicating clients routine by providing reminders
• Be direct contact for Norwood live in and direct care staff and report all needed information to supervisor.
• Be part of the Supported Living On-Call rotation and biweekly Supported Living meetings (on-call shifts last one week and include extra compensation)
• Clean bathroom and kitchen in Norwood House for 3 hours a week.

Essential Job Functions for CHAI Works:
• Ensure safety and provide comprehensive assistance to clients 1 day a week including integrating adults into the community & participating with individuals during internal and community based activities/groups
• Act as a role model to clients by displaying proper dress, language and character skills.
• Ensure programming begins as soon as clients arrive. Continue programming until clients depart for the day, minimizing downtime.
• Work with individuals on behavior management, personal development, social skills, and communication. Instruct, counsel and supervise clients in: work attitude, skills, personal care, self advocacy and other areas identified in annual plan.
• Ensure that clients work in an efficient and accurate manner, according to specifications; have thorough knowledge of: specified methods, schedules, quality control & packing instructions, company procedures if at community work site; ensure that accurate counts are maintained and that production/attendance paperwork is submitted timely and accurately.
• Complete daily ETO logs for each client you were responsible for that day.
• Assist clients to achieve goals by maintaining knowledge of their learning styles, strengths and needs and ensure that skills are taught accordingly.
• Transport individuals during program hours, with personal vehicle, as needed.
• Ensure that Health and Safety policies and procedures are implemented: be familiar with evacuation routes, ensure safe and efficient evacuations during drills and actual emergencies, keep aisles and means of egress clean and accessible, report unsafe situations, monitor clients at lunch, breaks, and safely transport clients to community sites. Keep work areas clean and organized, perform light housekeeping and train clients to keep work areas orderly.
• Communicate effectively with program staff and individuals associated with consumer services, in a collaborative team effort.

Physical demands
• May include lifting and supporting up to 50 lbs
• May be required to bend, stoop, and kneel

Computer skills:
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office including Intermediate Skills in Outlook and Word and basic skills in Excel or willingness to develop such skills within 90 days of hire.
• Knowledge and utilization of ETO on a regular/daily basis.

Sample Schedule:
Monday: 8am-4pm
Tuesday: 1pm-8pm
Wednesday: 1pm-8pm
Thursday: 9am-8pm
Friday: 1pm-8pm

*3pm-8pm Tuesday-Friday hours are non-negotiable. Other hours can be negotiated.

Educational/Experience Requirements:
• Bachelor degree related field and experience working with individuals with disabilities, or High School Diploma or Equivalency with four or more years working with people with disabilities, preferably in a residential setting.
• Ability to pass CPR, Basic First Aid and MAP within the first 6 months of employment
• Ability to be flexible in schedule
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills




JF&CS offers an excellent work environment with competitive salary and benefits. To apply for employment opportunities, please send resume with cover letter and salary requirements (unless otherwise noted) to:

Director of Human Resources
Jewish Family & Children's Service
1430 Main Street
Waltham, MA 02451
Attn: Human Resources

HR@jfcsboston.org


We regret that we cannot take phone calls regarding this position. JF&CS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

***PLEASE PUT THE JOB TITLE IN THE SUBJECT OF YOUR MESSAGE***