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STOP Act Community Coordinator

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:12:33 GMT

Substance Abuse Free Environment Inc (SAFE)
STOP Act (Sober Truth on Preventing Underage Drinking Act)
Community Coordinator
The community coordinator provides professional staff support for implementation of the of community based strategies to reduce and prevent underage drinking, substance abuse and bullying to improve leaning environments and educational outcomes.
Typical tasks for this position include:
• working with the staff, volunteers and partners of SAFE Inc to support the Underage Drinking Task Force;
• developing the teen and parent initiatives to serve the students and families of Chesterfield County;
• assisting in the development of educational and informational materials;
• training other professionals in the implementation of strategies and programs;
• coordinating special events, and
• fulfilling the reporting requirements of the STOP Act grant..
Applicants should have considerable knowledge and skills in the areas of youth leadership and facilitation; working with collaborative teams to develop community wide, environmental strategies; program planning and development; research methods; event planning and community resources for youths and families.
Applicants must have a minimum of four years experience in collaborative community planning as well as knowledge and skills typical of those gained through a four year program of college studies. Strong oral/written communication, interpersonal, public relations and computer skills are required. Applicants should be proficient in MS Word and MS Excel. Experience with MS Access and MS Publisher is desired. Applicants should be able to work independently and with teams of professionals from public and private organizations, community citizens and volunteers.
Part time position: 24 hours per week @ $17.00 per hour

Chief Financial Officer

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:04:09 GMT

Job Announcement

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Salary – commensurate with experience

The Girl Scouts of the Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to manage all financial operations of the Council. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

 Accurate and timely reporting to the Board of Directors, Chief Executive Officer, and other Council managers on financial status of the Council
 Development and management of operating and capital budgets and all financial statements
 Maintaining proper internal financial controls
 Liaison to the Council’s independent auditors, financial institutions, and the investment counseling firm
 Providing staff support to governance committees, Council treasurer, and the Board of Directors
 Directing the Council’s resale operation
 Supervising accounting staff as well as staff responsible for all Council properties
 Serving as a member of the Council management/leadership team

Minimum qualifications:

 Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance
 Experience in a non-profit accounting environment in a supervisory capacity
 Experience working with automated accounting systems
 Excellent written and verbal communication skills
 Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a management team
 Demonstrated leadership, management, and interpersonal skills
 Willingness to participate in and promote the fund development efforts of the organization
 Proven capability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality

Preferred qualifications:

 CPA/MBA/CMA and/or graduate degree
 Considerable directly relevant work experience in a nonprofit organization, demonstrating progressively increasing responsibility and accountability, as well as overall functional success
 Experience integrating new financial technology systems
 Considerable experience supervising finance department staff responsible for accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, and reporting
 Considerable experience in budgeting and long range financial planning
 Experience managing grant allocations and working with fund development staff
 Demonstrated ability to articulate a genuine passion for the Girl Scout mission and vision

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may substitute for minimum requirements.
To apply, please see our website at http://www.comgirlscouts.org/ and complete the application form under “careers.” Paper copies will not be accepted. Please use the link provided or e-mail your application and resume to amatthews@comgirlscouts.org. This position will remain open until filled. First review of applications will begin Friday, February 24, 2012.

The Girl Scouts of the Commonwealth of Virginia does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. GSCV supports affirmative action in all aspects of employment and will make reasonable accommodations for physical and mental limitations of applicants when necessary.

Mental Health Clinician - LCSW

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 19:53:56 GMT

Our Guidance Clinic is expanding
ChildSavers is expanding to a new location at a partner agency and has openings for Mental Health Clinician positions. Join a dedicated team of mental health professionals. Provide outpatient therapy to Richmond area youth and their families as a full time Mental Health Clinician with our growing Guidance Clinic program. Work independently at a satellite office in Richmond. Utilize creative interventions; art, play, sand tray and movement. Receive supportive clinicial supervision encouraging professional growth and development of best practices.

Assistant Director, Single Family Default

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:30:20 GMT

VHDA, Virginia’s Housing Finance Agency, is looking for an executive level professional to oversee all default activities for its single family portfolio. VHDA is a self-supporting, not-for-profit organization created by the Commonwealth of Virginia in 1972, to help Virginians attain quality, affordable housing. The Assistant Director of Single Family Default will direct all single family default activities for the Servicing and Compliance Division including: loss mitigation, foreclosure, bankruptcy rates, and controlling and maintaining delinquency. This position reports directly to the Managing Director of Servicing and Compliance and has a supporting staff of managers and staff level employees.

Credit and background checks will be performed as a condition of employment.

Senior Application Developer

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:25:39 GMT

The Virginia Housing Development Authority is looking for a qualified Senior Application Developer to join its Information Technology Services Division. This senior-level role will work on assigned project teams providing technical guidance and support. We are seeking a qualified individual that can act as a technical expert while demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively interact with other technical staff and the user community.

Background and credit checks will be performed as a condition of employment.

Shift Supervisor

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:56:32 GMT

This position is responsible for the supervision of the shelter and the residents follow the residents during the PM hours and assuring the guidelines. This position reports directly to the Program Director.

Major responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Supervising residents during the overnight hours and weekends.
2. Monitoring activities and logging all incidences and activities in daily log.
3. Administering drug test if deemed necessary.
4. Oversees the security of the building.
5. Accepts and logs in donations if delivered.
6. Supervision of the assigned chores for the residents.
7. Handle disputes that may arise between staff and residents or between residents.

Food Service Manager

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:41:25 GMT

Communications and Marketing Manager

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 18:20:27 GMT

The Virginia Council on Economic Education (VCEE), a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization headquartered at the VCU School of Business, seeks a part-time (up to 25 hours per week) Communications and Marketing Manager.

Candidate will provide leadership, direction, and production in communicating VCEE’s mission and programs relating to enhancing economics and financial education in K-12. Must have the ability to form strategic vision as well as the technical skills to function as the hands-on producer.

For more information, go to http://www.vcee.org/Employment_Opportunity

Client Counselors

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:19:01 GMT

Multiple Openings

The Greater Richmond ARC is seeking qualified applicants for Client Counselors at two of our locations. Our Camp Baker location in Chesterfield, VA, has positions available on the weekend for part time and PRN. Our After School program located in Richmond, VA, on Saunders Ave has part time positions available Monday - Friday from 2 pm - 6 pm.

Client Counselors provide supervision and leadership to persons with disabilities. The responsibilities, not all inclusive, are:

- Provide personal care and create a safe, fun, and learning-focused environment for clients.
- Complete accurately all necessary client-related paperwork (monthly and incident reports, individual and group logs, etc.).
- Participate with program director in ISP meetings.
- Accompany assigned participants on group activities and outings.
- Provide backup support and assistance to peers as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned and according to job description.

Cook

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:11:32 GMT

Position available working Saturday 7am – 6pm and Sunday 7am – 2pm at Camp Baker in Chesterfield, VA. Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

Supervise community service workers.

Prepare meals for up to 50 individuals.

Speech Language Pathologist

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:06:28 GMT

The Greater Richmond ARC has full-time openings for Speech Language Pathologists who provide the agency with direct therapy services, support and education to children and families enrolled in the Specialized Services Program (SSP), using a family centered approach. Provides knowledge and application of knowledge for specific position (SLP) for infants and children. Delivers services in the home environment.

Speech Language Pathologist

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:59:08 GMT

$5,250 Sign on Bonus

Status: Exempt

The Greater Richmond ARC has full-time openings for Speech Language Pathologists who provide the agency with direct therapy services, support and education to children and families enrolled in the Specialized Services Program (SSP), using a family centered approach. Provides knowledge and application of knowledge for specific position (SLP) for infants and children. Delivers services in the home environment.

Occupational Therapist

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:20:00 GMT

$5,250 Sign on Bonus

Status: Exempt

The Greater Richmond ARC has full-time openings for Occupational Therapists who provide the agency with direct therapy services, support and education to children and families enrolled in the Specialized Services Program (SSP), using a family centered approach. Provides knowledge and application of knowledge for specific position (OT) for infants and children. Delivers services in the home environment.

PROGRAM OFFICER - Real Estate Development and Lending

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:54:42 GMT

Virginia LISC invites applicants for a Program Officer who will have primary responsibility for building and managing a real estate lending portfolio that leads to community transformation. The Program Officer will provide technical assistance to our clients on real estate development, and underwriting services to LISC to evaluate and invest in transformational developments e.g. affordable housing, commercial developments, and community facilities. The position will play an important role in successfully implementing a holistic, neighborhood-driven approach to community transformation that works to ensure both people and places prosper. The position reports to the Virginia LISC Executive Director.

Responsibilities
Build a pipeline of projects for Virginia LISC to invest in such as affordable housing, community facilities, educational facilities and commercial developments.

Primary responsibility for generating loan activity and reporting for the LISC and the City of Richmond’s Neighborhood Stabilization Investment Loan Fund.

Underwrite and close real estate transactions for LISC loans and tax credit equity investments. Serve as staff to the local Credit Committee. Act as the primary liaison to national LISC relative to loan monitoring and portfolio management. Provide oversight and management of the Virginia LISC loan and grant portfolio and conduct risk analysis and monitoring.

Work with LISC partners on the full-cycle of activities related to real estate lending and development providing technical assistance and LISC resources as needed. This includes assessing project feasibility, developing financing strategies and helping partners to access public subsidies as well as conventional financing.

Manage relationships with other lending partners including for profit or nonprofit financial institutions and local, state, and national governmental programs that could support and finance client real estate development.

Work with Executive Director and other partners to design new loan products and lending programs and create related marketing, informational and application materials.

Ensure integration of Virginia LISC’s real estate development activities with other Building Sustainable Communities efforts by collaborating with LISC team members and strategic neighborhood partners.

Provide capacity building support to partners to position their organization to successfully implement more complex real estate developments. Identify LISC resources that could be used to strengthen the organization.

Assist with the Virginia LISC budget preparation process, respond to compliance matters, and assist with policy and procedure development.

Coordinator of Wheelchair Ramp Program

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:41:42 GMT

Pepare measurements and obtain building permits for modular wheelchair ramps for low income clients; load and deliver constructed modules to sites for installation by volunteers.Coordinate, assign and supervise community volunteers in the construction and installation of modular wheelchair ramps throughout the Richmond metro area; maintain warehouse inventory and order wheelchair ramp materials as needed.

Administrative Assistant

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:00:36 GMT

Community Idea Stations (WCVE, WCVE FM) seeks energetic, enthusiastic administrative assistant to support evolving major gifts area. Flexible team player needed to work with database, handle correspondence, and assist with events and handle other duties as required.

Residential Supervisor

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:56:42 GMT

Seeking organized, flexible, and dependable individual for supervisory position with a progressive nonprofit agency serving adults with intellectual disabilities. Responsibilities include staff scheduling and supervision, oversight of the development and implementation of Individualized Service Plans and positive behavioral support strategies, compliance with all applicable licensure and government requirements; knowledge of case management, Medicaid Waiver, handling crisis situations; ability to communicate effectively, implement policies and procedures, and work independently. All records/ documentation are maintained electronically. Previous professional experience that demonstrates an ability to work effectively in the fast paced environment of 24-hour residential services desired.

Book keeper

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 01:42:56 GMT

Quickbooks trained bookkeeper/administrative assistant with experience in day-care centers or other pre-school environment. Twenty – five to 30 hours per week with less
time during the summer months. Individual will process payments, purchases, registration
and maintenance of individual accounts plus entering all events into Quickbooks.

Loan Collections Officer

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:19:20 GMT

VHDA’s Loan Servicing Department is looking for candidates with experience in Mortgage Servicing and all phases of collections up to loss mitigation to round out its collections team. Candidates must have a good working knowledge of FHA/VA default and loss mitigation procedures, excellent communication skills, and analytical skills along with experience using the EMSP/MSP Servicing System. Position requires A.A. degree or equivalent vocational/technical training with sufficient experience in mortgage loan collections. This position is for the evening shift which runs from 12:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday. Applicants must also be willing to work some weekend hours.

Credit and background checks will be performed as a condition of employment.

Executive Director, Capitol Square Preservation Council - Legislative Agency

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:01:38 GMT

Seeking a qualified candidate to oversee and coordinate all activities of the Virginia State Capitol Square Preservation Council, working in partnership with the Virginia Capitol Foundation. Successful candidate must have comprehensive experience in historic architectural conservation, historic preservation/planning/revitalization, cultural landscape management and restoration, and historical and architectural survey.

Environmental Education Intern

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:15:41 GMT

Maymont Nature Center internships are directed at life sciences, environmental science and science education majors. All interns will receive some orientation to each department at Maymont in order to learn what is needed to operate a large, complex institution. Main duties of the internship include: assisting with the Summer Discovery Camps held at Maymont, helping with daily duties of the environmental educators, including presentation of public programs, and developing lessons. Internship involves working with animals and children. Daily journal and directed reading are required. Special projects will be assigned that may include computer literacy and written results. Uniform shirts and manuals will be provided.

Clinical Outreach Coordinator

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:43:23 GMT

To assist the Massey Cancer Center in the execution of community education and outreach projects in the Southside counties. Assists in long-range planning and establishment of project goals, including the development of evaluative outcomes for projects to facilitate quality assurance. Facilitates the conduct of cancer clinical trials and cancer care and prevention research extended to targeted communities. Provides leadership in developing community coalitions, planning cancer education programs, designing training materials and programs on cancer related topics, and identifying strategies to reach underserved populations.
Position is permanently located in Emporia with significant travel required to surrounding counties including Brunswick, Greensville, and Sussex among others. May include some overnight and weekend travel. The ability to provide own transportation for all travel throughout the service area is required. The ability to work a flexible schedule to regularly include evenings and weekends is required.

After School Program Assistant

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 20:58:57 GMT

The Faison School for Autism is looking for Teaching Assistants for its After School Program. Duties include but are not limited to: providing 1-on-1 instruction to students with autism, implementing behavior intervention plans, recording and maintaining systems of data collection, and assisting students with recreation and social skills training curriculum.

President and CEO

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 19:47:34 GMT

Housing Opportunities Made Equal of Virginia, Inc. (HOME), a 40-year old nonprofit advocacy organization serving the Commonwealth of Virginia, seeks a talented President & CEO. With central offices in Richmond, HOME works closely with local and state governments, citizens, corporate and philanthropic partners to make America’s promise of equal treatment in housing a reality, ensuring that every person has the opportunity to live in the housing and neighborhood of their choice.

This President position is an opportunity for a visionary and talented new leader to combine keen management and financial skills to lead HOME in achieving its strategic goals and successfully addressing new opportunities and challenges.

DUTIES
Through vision and entrepreneurial leadership, the President will continue to engage, educate, convene, litigate, advocate and coordinate with a broad array of stakeholders and institutions to support and create programs, services, public policies and the acquisition of financial resources necessary to achieve HOME’s goal of ensuring equal access to housing. The President will also continue HOME’s role as a thought-leader, problem solver and fair and trusted partner, as it serves its constituency throughout Virginia.

The President will report to a 19-member board of directors comprised of civic, citizen, faith-based and corporate leaders. The President will be responsible for a yearly operating budget of more than $3.8 million, a $9 million endowment and a 30+-member staff of talented and committed professionals. Directly reporting to the President are the Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Development Director.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
The successful candidate must be committed to HOME’s mission and values and be able to demonstrate this commitment through his/her previous experience. The person selected to fill this position must have a strong background in the leadership and management of a non-profit organization involved in fair housing, social justice, civil rights or human rights advocacy. The President & CEO will bring many of the following experiences and personal qualities to this important role:

•B.A. or B.S. degree from an accredited college or university. M.A., M.S. preferred.

•Experience in a leadership role in an organization of comparable size and complexity.

•Solid competencies in strategic planning, fiscal and operational management.

•Demonstrated experience working with an active board in ways which make the best use of its strengths.

•Demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire people to do their best work, encouraging their creativity and mentoring their professional growth.

•Ability to recognize and create opportunities for strategic alliances appropriate for the organization.

•Demonstrated capacities to plan, manage and assess operations; coordinate services, effectively supervise staff and solve problems.

•Experience in building and managing budgets and allocating finite resources for their maximum impact.

•Excellent public image, communication and diplomatic skills; articulate and persuasive, comfortable in the spotlight without necessarily seeking it; ego strength to take the heat but share the credit; the ability to defer as appropriate and confront as necessary.

•A passion for the mission of the organization and sensitivity to the needs of the population it serves.

•Ability to operate with grace and ease in a multicultural, multilingual environment.

•Personal credibility and stature to win the respect of political, philanthropic, industry and community leaders.

Guest Services Manager

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 18:32:45 GMT

• Provide exhibit, program information and rules/regulations to guests
• Facilitate sales of Membership program
• Maintain proper procedures for admissions ticketing, merchandise sales and other revenue.
• Responsible for maintaining limited shop merchandise including buying/receiving of merchandise, display and creation of display signs, sales and inventory control.
• Schedule, train and supervise Guest Service Associates and volunteers

Senior Specialist

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 17:48:38 GMT

The Senior Specialist works in several of our independent living adult communities. The senior specialist is responsible for medical case management, coordinating health prevention services and providing individual and group education on issues of aging to residents, family members and staff. The ideal candidate will have exceptional health assessment skills and proven experience in the provision of services to seniors in a community based setting and thorough knowledge of health services for seniors. This is currently a 25 hour position with benefits.

Community Social Worker: Northside

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 17:33:09 GMT

The Community Social Worker: Northside will work at our Lincoln Mews community coordinating our youth program and providing a variety of case management services to families. This position provides an opportunity to do both individual and group work with children, teens, adults and seniors. The community social worker is also involved with program planning and coordinating activities with community partners. This is a 25 hour position, with benefits. Monday-Friday afternoons.

Geriatric Social Worker

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 17:31:34 GMT

Part-time position (32 hours with benefits) for a social worker with experience with aging adults for our Monarch Woods and Rockwood Village communities, in Richmond and Chesterfield respectively. The community social worker will provide a wide range of services for our 150+ residents 62 years of age and older in their own independent living apartments, which are HUD 202 senior subsidized housing.

RN needed- Red Cross Assistant Training Program

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 17:27:35 GMT

Teach for one of the top-rated CNA training programs in the state. The American Red Cross seeks Registered Nurses as PRN classroom/clinical instructor in our Richmond-based Nurse Assistant Training Program. At least one year of long term care experience, US citizen, background check and valid driver's license required. Teaching/training experience preferred. Send resume to Mark Whiting,NATP Program Manager at whitingMa@usa.redcross.org

Business Analyst

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:53:19 GMT

VHDA is looking for a dynamic Business Analyst to join their PMO (Project Management Office). The successful candidate will act as a project liaison between the client and Information Technology and will be responsible for identifying the business needs of the client and stakeholders in order to determine solutions to business problems and/or opportunities. Essential competencies include elicitation of requirements, creating business requirements documentation, testing and use of test cases for requirements, end-user support and business process re-engineering.

Background and credit checks will be performed as a condition of employment.

Digital Media Specialist

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:51:20 GMT

VHDA has an exciting new opportunity for a creative individual to help develop, execute and maintain digital media eBusiness strategies. Will develop, in conjunction with cross-functional teams, content and monitor/manage interactions with social media sites. Leverages social media technologies and helps create digital strategy & assets for eBusiness programs and campaigns by use of websites, email, online advertising and promotions, search-engine marketing, social media and mobile, wireframe development, and project/vendor management. Responsible for maintaining VHDA’s brand visual identity and standards as well as developing fresh and dynamic visuals for the brand. Will collaborate on employee facing campaigns.

This position will also provide backup administrative support to the Executive Director.

Background and credit checks will be performed as a condition of employment.

Preschool Lead Teacher

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:48:59 GMT

Antioch Learning Center is currently seeking an energetic and responsible individual to join our preschool program in the afternoon. (Monday - Friday) Job duties include: preparing lesson plans, coordinating activities with other preschool staff, building relationships with families, and providing a safe, secure and loving educational environment.

Summer Teacher

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 18:19:16 GMT

Higher Achievement, a nationally recognized and award-winning nonprofit organization providing out-of-school time academic enrichment programs for middle school students in underserved communities, seeks Summer Teachers for our Summer Academy.

Higher Achievement’s rigorous after-school and summer academic program gives youth from at-risk communities their best opportunity to succeed in middle school — and in life. Our research-based program challenges middle school students to meet their full potential in three key areas: academics, social skills, and leadership. On average, 95% of Higher Achievement scholars who complete the program advance to top academic high schools and 93% advance to college. Higher Achievement currently operates achievement centers in Washington, DC, Alexandria, VA, Baltimore and Richmond. For more information please visit www.higherachievement.org.

The Summer Teacher position is a full-time, intensive, eight-and-a-half week paid position lasting for the duration of Higher Achievement’s Summer Academy – from roughly mid-June through early August. Teachers attend a 1.5-week orientation/training immediately preceding the seven-week Academy’s start. Using Higher Achievement’s progressive, skills-based curricula, teachers are responsible for preparing for and teaching two to four classes of middle school-aged scholars in one or two subject areas per day (math, science, social studies, and/or literature).

Teachers work with middle school scholars from under-resourced neighborhoods who have applied to and been selected for the program. In addition to classroom time, teachers are responsible for: lesson planning, homeroom leadership, daily staff meetings, and supervising scholars during lunch, recreation time, and field trips (including a 3-day overnight trip to a college or university). Additionally, teachers complete an evaluation for each scholar during the summer. This intense and rewarding position requires a strong commitment and a positive, “can-do” attitude.

AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
PREPARATION, INSTRUCTION, AND MANAGEMENT
• Use the curricula provided by Higher Achievement to prepare engaging daily lesson plans and activities for teaching scholars
• Adapt lesson plans to suit diverse scholar needs while assessing and supporting scholar strengths
• Implement Higher Achievement’s high standards of a Learning Community in the classroom, maintaining high expectations for scholars, praising their hard work and issuing incentives and consequences when necessary
• Reinforce Higher Achievement’s philosophies and positive work culture with scholars
• Implement a youth development approach, characterized by respectful interactions with scholars, youth participation and input, and a consideration of youth developmental needs when addressing discipline. Training on a youth-development approach will be provided.

TEAMWORK AND SUPERVISION
• Work collaboratively with a team of Summer Academy teachers and staff to share best practices around lesson planning, classroom management, and academic goals
• Supervise groups of as many as 25 scholars on weekly field trips to locations across the region and on one 3-day, overnight trip to a university

OUTCOMES, PRODUCTS, DELIVERABLES:
• Scholars are taught and learn Higher Achievement’s curricula in fun and engaging lessons
• Teachers work collaboratively with Center staff to execute the Summer Academy
• Scholars are provided with opportunities to learn and grow academically and socially

Director of Community Investment

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:40:53 GMT

The Director of Community Investment will lead the Foundation’s local and regional community grants program and direct programmatic technical assistance. Additionally, this person will serve as an ambassador for the Foundation to local communities. Local initiatives convene a “Smart Beginnings Leadership Council” and apply for grant funding. Each community has diverse community leaders, infrastructure, and resources. Foundation staff supports them in creating and strengthening local partnerships. The Director of Community Investment will oversee a team of Program Officers who provide technical assistance and grants management to ensure the best return on investment. Major responsibilities will include:

• Direct the Smart Beginnings grants initiative, including:

 coordination and communication of grant offerings

 ensuring accountability and professionalism in the grant application, review, and selection process

 development and coordination of the data tracking and collection system

 monitoring and reporting processes

 maintaining accountability through semi-annual and final evaluation of all grants

•Work with potential state and local partners and funders to support creation and sustainment of Smart Beginnings initiatives

•Contribute to strategic direction of VECF

•Consult with local communities interested in the Smart Beginnings model

•Coordinate provision of technical assistance, training, and consultation to grantees

•Report grantee progress regularly to Vice President of Programs and VECF Board of Directors

•Lead and supervise a team of Program Officers

•Coordinate with evaluation staff and contractors

•Collaborate with other VECF staff regarding resource development and public awareness activities supporting local Smart Beginnings initiatives

•Stay current on research and developments in the early childhood field in order to ensure VECF is following best practices and promoting effective strategies through the grants making approach

RN Program Nurse by 1/30/2012 Richmond, VA

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 18:04:18 GMT

The Hope, Unity and Freedom Center (4 sites includes 2 in Richmond, 1 in Colonial Heights and 1 in Newport News) is a day operated facility that supports the needs of adults who demonstrate a need for psychosocial day support services due to existing mental, behavioral, and/or emotional illnesses that prohibit or impede the adult's ability to live independently. Currently we are looking for a Program Nurse in the Tidewater (Newport News) site.The Hope, Unity, and Freedom Center offers competitive pay salaries and great health insurance benefits.The successful candidate for this position will also need to receive satisfactory results from a criminal background and central registry check; and an annual TB test.

*** Job Requirement ***
Program Nurse: The program nurse must be a Registered Nurse (RN) , and will have at least three (3) years experience. The program nurse will oversee medication management of all clients in the program. Primary job duties include:

***Job Description ***

â€¢ Responsible for ensuring all medications are being administered properly by Medication Technician (Med Tech)/ nursing assistant.
â€¢ Provide quality control concerning storage and accountability of medication.
â€¢ Responsible for communicating with community support (i.e ACR, Primary Care Physician (PCP), and/or psychiatrist concerning abnormal behavior that may be a change in symptoms, or may be due to medication side effects or complications.
â€¢ Responsible for maintenance of First Aid kit and ongoing infection control measures.
â€¢ Coordinate emergency hospital transfers as needed.
â€¢ To provide medication administration daily.
â€¢ Observe and monitor all medical complaints regarding clients.
â€¢ Report all medication error to the Executive Director and attending physician, and to include all documentation.
â€¢ Make daily visual observations on all clients, and to include a focus on mood and abnormal behaviors.
â€¢ Make recommendations to the Executive Director on all clients that are having medical issues to determine subsequent actions.
â€¢ Responsible for facilitating two groups once per week, specifically focusing on medication management and education of medications.
â€¢ To participate in weekly team meeting with disciplinary team.
â€¢ To provide initial medical crisis intervention as needed, and to include coordinating emergency information to hospitals and Assisted Living Facility (ALF), as needed.
â€¢ Responsible for developing Individualized Service Plans (ISP) goals pertaining to medical issues.
â€¢ Responsible for routine audits and review of medication administration records.
â€¢ Maintain a current list of all clients
â€¢ Primary Care Physician
â€¢ Medical abnormalities
â€¢ Laboratory findings
â€¢ Physicians orders on all clients admitted to the program monthly
â€¢ Emergency contact information
â€¢ Medical emergency forms
â€¢ Medical Evaluations

Reply to this posting. Please include your resume

LCSW or LPC Colonial Height, VA ASAP

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 18:01:31 GMT

Looking to fill a FULL TIME LSCW or LPC position......IMMEDIATELY ASAP !!!!!!
Location: Colonial Heights, VA
Clinical Coordinator

Qualifications: Must have graduated from an accredited school of Social Work, and must possess a Masters of Social Work. Must possess a current state approved license (LCSW,) with at least two (2) years documented post licensure experience. Must have a current CPR/First Aid, and behavior management training within 30 days of employment and annual TB screening test. Must Receive satisfactory results from a criminal background check and central registry check.

Job Description:

Responsible for conducting initial interviews for all potential admissions.
Responsible for facilitating assessments to ascertain service suitability.
Responsible for facilitating all facets of admissions to Psychosocial Rehabilitation.
Responsible for the process of developing individualized service plans.
Responsible for obtaining all required and supportive documentation to effectively evaluate and complete the admissions process.
Responsible for making sure the completed client file is passed to Program Manager for case management assignment.
Responsible for completing final assessment and service plans.
Responsible for duties as assigned by Executive Director.
Responsible for supervising all volunteers seeking licensure or certification.

Apply on Career Builder:
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LCSW or LPC Newport News, VA ASAP

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 18:00:13 GMT

Looking to fill a FULL TIME LSCW or LPC position......IMMEDIATELY ASAP !!!!!!
Location: Newport News
Clinical Coordinator

Qualifications: Must have graduated from an accredited school of Social Work, and must possess a Masters of Social Work. Must possess a current state approved license (LCSW,) with at least two (2) years documented post licensure experience. Must have a current CPR/First Aid, and behavior management training within 30 days of employment and annual TB screening test. Must Receive satisfactory results from a criminal background check and central registry check.

Job Description:

Responsible for conducting initial interviews for all potential admissions.
Responsible for facilitating assessments to ascertain service suitability.
Responsible for facilitating all facets of admissions to Psychosocial Rehabilitation.
Responsible for the process of developing individualized service plans.
Responsible for obtaining all required and supportive documentation to effectively evaluate and complete the admissions process.
Responsible for making sure the completed client file is passed to Program Manager for case management assignment.
Responsible for completing final assessment and service plans.
Responsible for duties as assigned by Executive Director.
Responsible for supervising all volunteers seeking licensure or certification.

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Day/Evening Youth Counselor

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 19:08:27 GMT

Provide therapeutic care to youth in a residential treatment facility.

Works with the treatment team to develop and maintain a therapeutic milieu assuring the health, safety, and therapeutic support of all youth.

Facilitates and documents various therapeutic and educational groups in support of each youth's treatment plan.

Teaches and models independent living skills including but not limited to cooking, cleaning, and laundering.

Accurately completes and maintains documentation such as daily logs, group logs, incident reports, etc. Develops documentation skills as outlined in the Youth Counselor Career Development Plan.

Attends and participates in team meetings concerning residents as assigned.

Provides crisis intervention for residents, to include the use of approved verbal and physical intervention techniques. Implements the agency's behavior management practices according to policy and procedures. Practices client interaction and conflict management as outlined in the Youth Counselor Career Development Plan.

Other duties as assigned.

TECH-CONNECT PROJECT - PEER RECOVERY COACH

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 18:04:38 GMT

The Richmond Behavioral Health Authority’s (RBHA) Substance Abuse Services Division currently has an opening for a Peer Recovery Coach for our recently awarded Tech-Connect Project. The Technology-Connections Project will improve RBHA’s current operations by using technology-based interventions, including web-based services and mobile devices, to enhance treatment outcomes. The four main areas of focus include consumer empowerment; multi-tiered training of consumers, partners and staff to enhance knowledge and skills; technology enhancements for consumers and staff; and social media enhancements to expand the organizational electronic footprint. The position will work with RBHA’s Grants, Research & Evaluation Team. Duties of this position include: Provide recovery support, coaching and outreach services to people with the disease of addiction who are already engaged in treatment and are in various stages of their personal recovery; Provide motivational prompting and informational support to consumers; Maintain a detailed and up-to-date knowledge of community treatment and recovery support resources (including web-based resources) and self-help support groups’ locations and schedules; Distribute written information as appropriate; Attend staff meetings and work within a team approach; Encourage maximally efficient use of, and direct people to, available community resources when they need them; Maintain statistical information about ongoing activities and complete regular documentation of efforts as directed; Act as a liaison between identified individuals working on their recovery and the agency’s services provider staff; Provide training to staff/users on community treatment and recovery support resources (including web-based resources) and self-help support groups in the area; May conduct individual or group training on recovery supports (web-based and others); Work directly with the project’s partners to coordinate services; Advocate for project and assist in resolving issues that arise in the project realted to successful recovery services; Assist with data collection; data reporting; project presentations; and other tasks related to the delivery of this project.

TECH-CONNECT PROJECT COORDINATOR

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 17:59:06 GMT

The Richmond Behavioral Health Authority’s Substance Abuse Services Division currently has an opening for a Project Coordinator in our recently awarded Tech-Connect Project. The Technology-Connections Project will improve RBHA’s current operations by using technology-based interventions, including web-based services and mobile devices, to enhance treatment outcomes. The four main areas of focus include consumer empowerment; multi-tiered training of consumers, partners and staff to enhance knowledge and skills; technology enhancements for consumers and staff; and social media enhancements to expand the organizational electronic footprint. The position will work with RBHA’s Grants, Research & Evaluation Team. Duties of this position include: Provision of daily project management; fiscal and program grant management; computer/network support relating to software/hardware problems reported by users; maintain an adequate level of knowledge of operating system and application software being used to provide high levels of support to users; monitor and evaluate efficiency of software/hardware usage; and provide items to be covered in training of staff/users. Provides other technical support to end-users and/or toward system maintenance as needed and/or assigned. May design, coordinate, and perform individual or group computer-related training as assigned. Applies sound budgeting, management and delegation principles to ensure compliance with the grant. Works directly with the project’s partners to coordinate services. Advocates for project and resolves issues that arise from the project and plans strategies for addressing issues and barriers to successful recovery service. Assists with data collection; data organization; data reporting; internet and journal-based information searches; preparation of PowerPoint presentations; and other tasks related to the evaluation of this project.

Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 19:18:57 GMT

This position reports to the President and CEO. The position will manage all aspects of the financial and accounting functions for a multi-layered organization involved in the development, construction, and management of affordable single-family homes and multi-family apartment communities. Candidate will be dedicated to the mission with excellent interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills. Must be self-motivated and results-oriented. Candidate must possess Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three or more years experience as a CFO or equivalent, preferably in a real estate related environment. CPA and/or MBA preferred.

Education Specialist

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 02:54:19 GMT

Preservation Virginia is seeking a full-time Education Specialist to develop and implement on-site educational programs, outreach programs, and other resources for families, K-12 students and teachers at Historic Jamestowne and for the Jamestown Rediscovery Archaeological Project.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Planning, developing, and conducting on-site and outreach educational programs and activities related to Jamestown’s history, the archaeology and artifact collections of James Fort and related topics;
Creating and implementing daily activities to maximize the visitor experience;
Developing school tour content and leading tours. Also hiring, training, and supervising tour guides, regularly assessing their teaching; as appropriate;
Coordinating the development of educational activities related to public programs with Colonial Williamsburg’s program staff;
With the Director of Operations & Public Programs, working collaboratively with Historic Jamestowne’s on-site partner, NPS, and outside groups to create educational programs;
Developing and maintaining relationships and partnerships with local educators and other educational organizations and groups;
Monitoring and evaluating programs and initiating changes to creatively address the needs and wishes of the visiting public;
Producing succinct and compelling content for print and online materials, and working with the Director of Operations & Public Programs to promote programs both on and offsite as well as virtually;
Scheduling and training volunteers working on educational activities;
Teaching and presenting programs periodically, including leading training and professional development sessions for volunteers, teachers and peers, as well as making presentations to community groups and organizations;
Maintaining records and tracking expenditures and revenue related to educational programming and compiling information for program reports.

Property Manager

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 15:28:11 GMT

The Property Manager is responsible for the supervision of all activities related to the Properties assigned in a specific geographic area. He/she will provide for the property management of the VSH housing communities to include the physical property as well as the financial soundness of the site(s) operation. The Property Manager is also part of the Management Team wherein residential supportive services staff and property management staff work together to ensure a safe and secure environment for all residents while helping individual residents to stay successfully housed and become more independent and self-sufficient. The Property Manager supervises Assistant Site Managers and site staff.

Ropes Course Facilitator

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 23:16:23 GMT

Challenge Discovery Facilitator Job Description/Expectations :
Our facilitators lead teams of about 8-15 participants from corporations and community organizations in teambuilding initiatives. In this role, our facilitators present a variety of activities including problem-solving exercises and high challenge initiatives. Facilitators also lead debriefing sessions after the exercises intended to explore group dynamics and connect team members' experiences to real life situations at home, work or school. Challenge Discovery holds its team members to exceptionally high standards of professional performance. While prior challenge course experience is not necessary, all facilitators must have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills as well as the ability to learn and apply technical skills.

The facility at UR includes our Odyssey Course, a two-level high ropes course that is more than a football field in length. In addition, we augment the high ropes course with a variety of portable team activities.

Communications Intern

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 17:35:58 GMT

Put your communications skills to the test while raising awareness for grieving children and teens who need support as Comfort Zone Camp’s Communications Intern.

Intern responsibilities include:
• Gather content from national headquarters, regional offices, and volunteer councils for communications updates to appropriate audiences
• Create monthly regional newsletters and regular blog posts about organizational news
• Support HelloGrief.com Online Community Manager with creating monthly newsletter
• Assist in keeping website information current
• Support fundraising by reporting program impact to donors

Graphic Designer Internship

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 17:34:04 GMT

Put your communications skills to the test while raising awareness for grieving children and teens who need support as Comfort Zone Camp’s Graphic Design Intern.

The Graphic Designer position is designed for a student looking to gain valuable experience that will help build a portfolio and ready the intern for professional advancement in the field.

Design opportunities include: posters and flyers, direct mail, brochures, postcards, banners and badges for the web and social media, email templates, manuals and large documents.

Candidate will work with two brands: Comfort Zone Camp and Hello Grief. Candidate must have own computer with creative software.

Bilingual Nurse

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 14:22:24 GMT

CrossOver Health Care Ministry, a network of three free clinics, is seeking a full-time bilingual nurse to manage the Cowardin clinic nursing staff. Excellent managerial skills mandatory as a key component of this position is mentoring and coaching the volunteer nursing pool.

Social Work Manager (MSW)

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 19:10:14 GMT

Riverside Health System is currently seeking Social Worker Manager candidates for the new PACE Petersburg Center in Petersburg, Virginia. PACE is a Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly. PACE is a community-based alternative to placing loved ones in an Assisted Living facility or a Nursing Home. PACE empowers participants to remain in their homes by providing comprehensive medical and social services. The program enhances quality of life for family members and care givers through support services and peace of mind.

JOB SUMMARY: Works under the general supervision of the PACE Site Director. Conducts initial assessments with potential participants in the home or in the center. Completes Mini Mental Status Exam and Geriatric Depression testing during initial assessment and every six months; Responsible for reporting department’s activities for monthly report; tracks advance directive information; manages social workers case load and assigns participants to specific workers; facilitates caregiver support group bi-monthly; provides supportive therapy services to participants and/or caregivers; Is a member of the IDT and attends daily meetings; Communicates concerns regarding behaviors, mental health status and/or changes in participants presentation to PACE Medical Director and/or psychiatrist for follow up; participates in PACE on call rotation. Manages budget for social services and orders materials/supplies for department. Manages social work staff; performs all other duties as defined in social work job description to include the following: Assesses participants’ psychosocial needs and interests; develops a care plan for assisting participants and participant family members in adjusting to the PACE program and meeting their psychosocial needs and interests. Makes monthly contact with participants and/or caregivers; educates families on process of disease; facilitates communication between participant/family; coordinates community resources; assist with crisis intervention for participant’s and caregivers; competes respite requests for caregivers; assist with admission paperwork to convalescent or assisted living facilities; completes Auxiliary grant applications; assist families with Medicare/Medicaid re-determination; assists with completion of Advance Directives; follows social work care plan; accompanies participants to outside appointments; completes re-assessments every 6 months or more as needed; assists with discharge planning; attends caregiver support groups; completes documentation as per PACE guidelines; acts as a resource to staff.

Riverside Health System is currently seeking Social Worker Manager candidates for the new PACE Petersburg Center in Petersburg, Virginia. PACE is a Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly. PACE is a community-based alternative to placing loved ones in an Assisted Living facility or a Nursing Home. PACE empowers participants to remain in their homes by providing comprehensive medical and social services. The program enhances quality of life for family members and care givers through support services and peace of mind.

JOB SUMMARY: Works under the general supervision of the PACE Site Director. Conducts initial assessments with potential participants in the home or in the center. Completes Mini Mental Status Exam and Geriatric Depression testing during initial assessment and every six months; Responsible for reporting department’s activities for monthly report; tracks advance directive information; manages social workers case load and assigns participants to specific workers; facilitates caregiver support group bi-monthly; provides supportive therapy services to participants and/or caregivers; Is a member of the IDT and attends daily meetings; Communicates concerns regarding behaviors, mental health status and/or changes in participants presentation to PACE Medical Director and

Recreation Therapy Manager

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 19:07:25 GMT

PACE (Program for All-Inclusive Care of the Elderly) is a community-based program which provides patients with all necessary health services while they stay in their homes. It covers many different types of services including a day center, personal care in the home, Lifeline emergency response system, transportation to appointments, delivery of medical supplies, therapy, as well as inpatient services.

JOB SUMMARY: Works under the general supervision of the PACE Site Director. Responsible for conducting initial recreational therapy assessments on potential participants using techniques such as observation, review of medical records, standardized assessment tools and reports from participant and/or family members to identify their recreation and leisure interest and level of social interaction. Conducts on-going assessments to include at a minimum six month and annual assessments on current participants. Updates the recreational plan of care as appropriate. Develops and implements general recreation and/or therapeutic recreation programs and goals as part of the plan of care. Actively participants as a member of the interdisciplinary care team and provides updates regarding changes in participants behaviors as appropriate. Produces monthly recreational calendar for PACE center. The recreation therapist (RT) is responsible for the planning, supervision and implementation of recreational programs for the elderly, as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing all-inclusive care. The RT builds a sense of community and warm social atmosphere for the participants, evaluates their needs, and develops group and individual programming to meet those needs. Supervises and directs activities staff.

HOURS: Mon-Fri; 8a-5p; 1 week administrative call rotation

RN, Nurse Manager (Home Care)

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 19:04:46 GMT

Clinic Manager

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 15:00:15 GMT

PACE (Program for All-Inclusive Care of the Elderly) is a community-based program which provides patients with all necessary health services while they stay in their homes. It covers many different types of services including a day center, personal care in the home, Lifeline emergency response system, transportation to appointments, delivery of medical supplies, therapy, as well as inpatient services.

JOB SUMMARY:
The clinic manager must be a Registered Nurse and possess a current valid Virginia nursing license. The clinic manager works under the general supervision of the PACE Site Director. Responsibilities include completion of the initial, six month and annual nursing assessments of participants and the development of the nursing care plan and ensuring the plan is initiated. The clinic nurse is responsible for monitoring and evaluating the health needs of PACE participants and recognizing changes in participant status and initiating appropriate actions. Evaluates participant’s response to care and updates the plan of care as appropriate by documenting in the electronic medical record. Engages in participant and caregiver teaching as appropriate and effectively communicates with participant, caregivers and the PACE interdisciplinary care team. Responsible for management and oversight of PACE nursing staff and universal care aides (PCA) at the day center. The clinic manager is responsible for monitoring medication administration to participants at the facility. Responsible for the daily operation of the PACE clinic to include maintaining adequate supplies and overseeing physician schedules. The clinic manager is responsible for ensuring referrals to outside medical appointments for PACE participants are coordinated and approved for payment.

HOURS: Days, with evenings and weekends as needed; 1 week administrative call rotation