Career Opportunities
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Presbyterian Homes & Family Services has many employment opportunities with our children's and adult homes ranging from residential care to case management positions. All applicants are required to have a current driver's license with an acceptable driving record and undergo a criminal history record background investigation. To apply for a position, unless special instructions are stated for that position, please email your resume or attach the completed employment application below to Cheryl Barb at cbarb@phfs.org. If you have any additional questions please contact Cheryl at 434-384-3131 ext. 3644.
Employment Application Form
Position
listing updated on:
06/19/2008. |
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ADMINISTRATION – LYNCHBURG, VA
VICE PRESIDENT OF DEVELOPMENT: The Vice President of Development position is available for an exciting and growing organization, focused on family, that’s ready for a dynamic person to build a strong and comprehensive development program. This position is responsible for the overall strategic direction and management of all Development department activities to sustain Presbyterian Homes and Family Services’ mission and vision. The Vice President works closely with the President and board members to sustain a year-round and comprehensive program of charitable support from individuals, corporations, foundations, churches, and philanthropic organizations. The VP provides leadership, vision, and oversight of successful giving campaigns; major gifts, corporate, foundation, and planned giving fundraising strategies, and activities to sustain quality care programs for children and families. The VP manages all staff, board, and volunteer contacts in cultivating and soliciting renewal and new donors. The VP oversees the effective management of the Raiser’s Edge database and stewardship activities including donor gifts, gift reporting, and gift acknowledgement ensuring timely and accurate gift and financial reports. Candidate must be values-driven and of high integrity with effective interpersonal skills that build mutual trust and respect with clients and their families. Candidate must demonstrate managerial experience including management of professionals; leadership track record working to train and manage volunteer fundraising activities; and skills to build professional capacity of each development department member. Candidate must be a strong team player, self motivated, and committed to continuing personal and professional growth. Competency in verbal and written communication is required. Raiser’s Edge experience preferred. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree with proven experience as a senior development professional with a successful track record in developing, planning, and executing resource development programs. Comprehensive experience and ability in leadership, team building, and communication skills are required. All applicants are required to have a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, provide “TB free” documentation, and undergo criminal history background investigations.
*** Individuals interested in this position should send resume, two business references, one personal reference, and pay requirements to Susan C. Schlather, The McCormick Group, 1525 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 550, Arlington, Virginia 22209. Telephone: (703) 841-1700 x243. Email: sschlather@tmg-dc.com. Web: www.mccormickgroup.com.***
COMMUNICATIONS & MEDIA SPECIALIST: enhances the ministry’s outreach by developing written communications, including print, electronic, and web-based venues. The position reports to the Director of Development. This position is responsible for creating and sustaining communications with Board members, volunteers, donors, prospects, alumni, and other stakeholders and constituents. Other responsibilities include participation in strategic planning, writing copy to communicate mission, oversight of production schedules, and participation in planning and creation of media. Candidate must demonstrate skills and experience in writing and editing, layout and design, writing for human interest stories, video creation, and/or editing web and internal communications. Thorough knowledge of the development, design, and delivery of effective communications through print and media. Ability to develop and implement approach, deployment, analysis, integration, and continuous improvement for print and media communications. Proficient computer knowledge, including Microsoft Office Suite, and database management. Competency in verbal and written communication. Must demonstrate an understanding of and appreciation for cultural diversity. Full-time with excellent benefit package, competitive salary, and a great working environment. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree with work in journalism, creative writing, or related field. Comprehensive experience and ability in designing and overseeing production of print and web-based materials is required.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT: The shared Administrative Assistant primarily supports the President’s Office and Engineering with some clerical support to the Director of Risk Management and Compliance and the Chief Financial Officer. This position will provide ongoing essential and confidential clerical support, office management, computer support and management, budgeting, and invoicing. This position will report to the Assistant to the President. Work requires an extensive knowledge of business and an excellent command of the English Language. Must have an aptitude for numbers and an understanding of accounting terminology. Must have excellent grammar skills, knowledge of secretarial and office administrative procedures, and knowledge of use and operation of standard office equipment. Graduation from High School with a minimum of two years experience in clerical services that includes computer management responsibility. Must have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software (MS Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, etc.).
CHILDREN’S HOME –
YOUTH COUNSELOR POSITIONS: Residential setting for youth with emotional, behavioral and/or family related needs. Provide care, supervision, guidance and instruction to residents. Duties include behavior management, role modeling, and thorough documentation, as well as planning activities, transportation, food preparation and light housekeeping. Knowledge of child/human development, intervention skills, and residential care. Evenings, nights and weekends. A Bachelor’s Degree or an Associates degree with 1year of related experience is required. Full-time with excellent benefits package; 2nd and 3rd shift work available. PT hours also available on weekends with hours available on 1st or 2nd shift.
AWAKE NIGHT RELIEF YOUTH COUNSELOR POSITIONS: CURRENT IMMEDIATE NEED - Residential setting for youth with emotional, behavioral and/or family related needs. Provide care, supervision, guidance and instruction to residents. Duties include behavior management, role modeling, and thorough documentation, transportation, food preparation and light housekeeping. Knowledge of child/human development, intervention skills, and residential care desired. A Bachelor’s Degree or an Associates degree with 1 year of related experience is required. Awake Night Relief Positions available for evenings, nights and weekends, 3rd shift availability highly preferred -on call as needed.
SEASONAL RECREATION ASSISTANT: May 21 through September 5, 2008 needed. This position will be responsible for assisting in planning and implementing a recreation program including athletics, games, trips, projects, etc. Knowledge of basic games and activities such as basketball, volleyball, flag football, softball, etc and community recreation resources. Minimum qualifications: experience serving youth in an activity oriented capacity for one year; high school graduate or equivalent; valid VA driver’s license and acceptable driving record; CPR/First Aid certification; Lifeguard certification preferable. Must be at least 21 years old.
LIFEGUARD: Seasonal May through September needed. This position is responsible for the daily operation of the pool, teaching youth to swim, informing swimmers of pool rules, greeting guests at the pool and for adhering to safety procedures. Most tasks consist of routine pre-established procedures but this is also a highly skilled position in the field of water safety and the employee must be able to respond to emergency situations. Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent; Current Lifeguard Certification; VA Driver’s License and acceptable driving record; CPR certification. Must be at least 21 years old. LITTLE WINGS PRESCHOOL – PRESCHOOL
DIRECTOR: experienced professional for the new
preschool to provide leadership, vision, and oversight of the Little Wings
Preschool program in Lynchburg, VA. Responsibilities include:
leads program, monitors and updates employees, and maintains applicable
licensing and accreditation regulations/guidelines. Other responsibilities:
financial management, supervision of staff, oversight of classroom management
and parental involvement, maintains required records, and provides
statistical data in support of grant development and fundraising activities.
Position requires knowledge of educational techniques and methods, evaluation
of High/Scope Curriculum, and Start Strong program. This position is the key
liaison between families, community groups, and professional organizations.
The Preschool Director is supervised by the Vice President of Program. Applicants should have excellent oral and written communication skills as well as experience with Microsoft Office. A Bachelor’s degree in an educational field, master’s degree preferred. Experience in supervision and management of a licensed preschool or child care program required. Must provide “TB free” documentation. This is a 12 month position with occasional travel (day and overnight), with an excellent benefits package.
LEAD TEACHER: responsible for planning and leading daily operations of new Little Wings Preschool. Plans and implements activities in alignment with High/Scope, knowledge of Start Strong Program, supervise children and Aide. Ability to produce educational programs, relate with children and parents, recognize special needs children, and be a team-player. Requires a B.A. degree in an educational field and experience in licensed preschool or child care program. Experience with High Scope curriculum is preferred. This is a full-time 10 month position with excellent benefits.
TEACHER AIDE: assists Lead Teacher in daily operations. Implements activities in alignment with High/Scope, knowledge of Start Strong Program, aide children in developing self-help skills, maintain records, and perform daily housekeeping activities. Position requires ability relate well with children and parents, recognize special needs children, and be a team-player. The Aide is supervised by the Preschool Director. Required Associates Degree or a CDA in an educational field and in High Scope curriculum, B.A. degree is preferred, experience in teaching and caring for children in a licensed preschool or child care program, and High Scope curriculum. This is a part-time 10 month position with occasional evening or weekend hours.
ADULT GROUP HOME –
PROGRAM/CASE MANAGER: for a five-bed group
home and one-bed supervised living apartment for intellectually disabled
adults in Applicants should have excellent
oral and written communication skills as well as experience with Microsoft
Office and supervision of staff. A Bachelor’s degree in Social
Work, Psychology or a related field with two years experience working in the field
of intellectual disabilities is needed. This is a FT position with occasional
travel and on call responsibilities, with an excellent benefits package. |
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Adult Group Home - FREDERICKSBURG, VA
RESIDENTIAL POSITIONS: These positions provide direct care and supervision of adult residents with mental retardation and include food preparation, housekeeping, and transportation of residents in care. Positions require an understanding of the dynamics and demands of residential care, including daily living skills, behavior management, role modeling, working within a team model and documentation. Graduation from high school and one year experience in working with persons who have mental retardation or any combination of experience and training is required. A 24hr PT position as well as Relief Positions- with hours on call as needed; are currently available. CNA preferred.
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RESIDENTIAL POSITIONS: These positions provide direct care and supervision of mentally challenged adults and duties include food preparation, housekeeping, and transportation of residents in care. Applicants should have an understanding of the dynamics and demands of residential care, including daily living skills, behavior management, role modeling, working within a team model and documentation. Graduation from High school with one year of related experience is required. Relief Positions available –with hours on call as needed. CNA preferred.
RESIDENTIAL POSITIONS: These positions provide direct care and supervision of adult residents with mental retardation and include food preparation, housekeeping, and transportation of residents in care. Positions require an understanding of the dynamics and demands of residential care, including daily living skills, behavior management, role modeling, working within a team model and documentation. Graduation from high school and one year experience in working with persons who have mental retardation or any combination of experience and training is required. Residential Assistant needed for FT/32 hours per week with benefits and Relief positions available with hours on call as needed. CNA preferred.
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SEASONAL PRODUCTION ASSISTANT: is responsible for performing any and all assigned tasks in the area of peanut production. Primary duties will include cooking peanuts for production, as well as working with mentally challenged adults. Applicants should be able to lift up to 50 pounds; relate to the mentally challenged; instruct employees in various manual tasks in a production setting and have experience in regards to cooking peanuts. Position requirements include a High school diploma or GED equivalent and at least two years of experience working with peanut distribution, with a preference on cooking peanuts.
RESIDENTIAL POSITIONS: These positions provide direct care and supervision of mentally challenged adults with duties including food preparation, housekeeping, and transportation of residents in care. Applicants should have an understanding of the dynamics and demands of residential care, including daily living skills, behavior management, role modeling, working within a team model and documentation. Graduation from High school with one year of related experience is required. FT and PT positions with multiple shifts/hours currently available. CNA preferred. FT positions include an excellent benefit package.
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All applicants are required to have a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and undergo criminal history background investigations. Please send resume, two business references and one personal reference, and pay requirements to Human Resources Manager, Presbyterian Homes & Family Services, Inc., 150 Linden Ave., Lynchburg, VA 24503. EEO. |
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Linden Avenue, Lynchburg, Virginia 24503
Phone:
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