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Multiple Positions Available
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We are currently expanding our youth serving programs and we are looking for motivated individuals to join our team. We are offering a part-time position in our youth Site-Based Psychiatric Rehabilitation program, Pathfinders, which meets twice per week after school hours. The Pathfinders program helps bridge the gap between child and adult mental health services for better long-term outcomes for participants. A focus will be on empowering youth to successfully transition from high school, improve overall wellness, and gain skills and competencies for adulthood. Using a Trauma-Informed approach, Pathfinders staff will work with youth participants to complete a strengths-based assessment to help identify areas in their lives in which they would like to develop a goal. These areas, or domains, include living, learning, working, social, and wellness. Youth actively participate in the development of the program including creating community agreements, structuring sessions, and demonstrating voice and choice with activity ideas and skill building projects.
We are looking for candidates who have:
• A Bachelor’s degree in a field of study related to social service; OR
• An Associate’s degree and one year fulltime eligible experience
• A flexible schedule which includes evenings at least 2x per week
• Current Act 31/33/34 Clearance and FBI Criminal Background Check
• A Valid driver's license
• A passion for helping youth on their recovery journey
• Dedication to empower youth to help build self-confidence and self-awarenessSubmit letter of interest and resume to:
Crawford County Mental Health Awareness Program, Inc.
Attn: Doreen Duffy
944 Liberty St.
Meadville, PA 16335
dduffy@chapsinc.orgCHAPS is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
CHAPS offers competitive pay and excellent benefits packages.
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Assistant Youth Systems Navigator
Crawford County Mental Health Awareness Program, Inc. (CHAPS) is seeking an Assistant Youth Systems Navigator (YSN). The Assistant YSN will assist the Youth Systems Navigator with providing outreach and rapid response to youth who are homeless or unstably housed, while utilizing Positive Youth Development, Trauma Informed Care, Housing Focused, Progressive Engagement, and Housing First Model practices. The Assistant YSN will coordinate with community agencies and schools to educate them on youth homelessness as well as available services and programming for youth. The Assistant YSN will work closely with a Youth Systems Navigator, Certified Peer Support Specialists, and other programs to provide necessary support to youth.
The Assistant YSN will conduct group presentations and trainings in collaboration with the Youth Systems Navigator, market the Systems Navigation Program throughout the community through various ways including outreach, meetings, flyers, and social media. The Assistant YSN will assist with creative problem solving to help youth self-resolve a housing crisis, provide linkages to community-based services, and maintain positive collaborations and partnerships with organizations and agencies to support youth.
Qualifications: High school diploma or GED. Youth with lived experience with homelessness or housing instability. Must possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Must have the ability to communicate well, orally and in writing and possess basic computer skills. Ability and willingness to work in the community and with other staff to provide support based on the individual needs of the youth. Must possess the ability problem solve, complete tasks, and take direction well. Must be trustworthy, compassionate, and empathetic. Must be willing to provide education to the community regarding youth homelessness and youth programs.
The Assistant YSN position is part-time with other job opportunities available for candidates seeking full-time employment.Submit letter of interest and resume to:
Crawford County Mental Health Awareness Program, Inc.
Attn: Sandy Farkas
944 Liberty St.
Meadville, PA 16335CHAPS is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
CHAPS offers competitive pay and excellent benefits packages. Salary: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour
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Transportation Driver
Seeking a part-time Transportation Driver. Flexible shifts available (morning, afternoon, evening). Candidate must possess valid driver’s license with good driving record, high school diploma or equivalent, and strong interpersonal and communication skills. Must qualify for Act 33/34 clearances, criminal background check, FBI Fingerprint Clearance. Previous work experience in the Human Services field preferred.
Duties to include:
• Assist individuals in and out of vehicles
• Follow safety procedures at all times
• Complete daily mileage log and other required forms
• Maintain good work attendance and punctuality, according to the established work schedule.Submit your resume to:
Crawford County Mental Health Awareness Program, Inc.
Attn: Amy Lauria
944 Liberty St.
Meadville, PA 16335Equal Opportunity Employer