WEST VIRGINIA CHAPTER

Job Announcements for Summer, 1997:

Provider Relations: Aetna US Healthcare, a nationally recognized leader in managed care, is seeking qualified candidates to design, develop, maintain and enhance relationships with qhysicinas and ancillary providers for our managed care products.
Successful candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree, thorough knowledge of the managed care business and health care environment and strong customer service skills and focus, negotiation and conflict resolution skills. Some travel required.
We offer a highly-competitive salary with excellent benefits and a comprehensive training program. If you qualify, please send your resume and salary history to: Aetna US Healthcare, Attn: PSC Position, 107 Washington St., E., Charleston, WV 25301; Fax: 304-346-5327. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.

Psychology and Social Work position available for inpatient gerobehavior helath services. Masters & doctoral prepare psychologist may qualify. LCSW/LICSW qualifications required for social work Salary ranges PhD, $45,000 - $62.000. LCSW/LICSW $27.000 - $37.000. Benefits package included. Master psychologist salary negotiable based on experience. Send or fax resume to Global Behavioral Management Systems, 6815 Dixie Highway, Suite 3, Clarkston, MI 48346. Attn: Dr. Luke Surface, CEO. Fax: 810-625-5800.

Adult Therapists - Provides individual, family and group conseling to persons 18 years of age and older. Provides referral/linkage of individual siwth community resources. Qualifications: Master’s degree in mental health field plus three or more years postmaster’s experience preferably in adult outpatient services. Must be licensed or license eligible in Ohio. Prefer highest level of licensure for discipline, (e.g., LISW, LPCC, MSN, etc.) but will consider other levels. Send resume to Personnel Director, CMHS, PO Box 508, St. Clairsville, Ohio 43950. EEO/AA

Vocational Counselor Genex Services, Inc., an expanding national managed care firm. We are currently seeking a vocaitonal Counselor for vocational assessment, case management and job placements. The ideal individual will have a masters degree, CRC or CRC eligibility and experience in workers compensation. Good communication/leadership skills and ability to work independently a plus. We offer a professional, pleasant working environment, room for advancement, as well as: Excellent Salary; Flexible Hours; Medical, Dental and Life Insurance; Paid Vacations and Excellent Time Off Programs; 401(k) Savings Plan. So, if you want to get your career on the right track, send your resume to Genex Services, Inc., 5480 Big Tyler Road, Cross Lanes, WV, 25313.

VOCA Corporation of WV, Inc., a progressive provider of quality habilitation services to persons with developmental disabilities, has a full-time position open for a Clinical Manager in the Oak Hill/Beckley area. Those interested must possess a BA/BS in social work, psychology or related discipline; 1 year of professional experience providing habilitation to individuals with mental retardation and/or developmental disabilities and experience with behavioral modification, and suprvision/management eperience. Those interested should send resume to: VOCA Corp., Attn: Hab Director, 207 1/2 South Heber St., Beckley, WV 25801.

PART TIME Right from the Start Care Coordinator. Must have prior experience and WV Social Work license. Apply in writing to Burlington United Methodist Family Services, PO Box 370, Scott Depot, WV 25560.

Outpatient Therapist - Will provide individual, group/family therapy, substance abuse educational presentations, and case management services (assessment, planning, linking, monitoring, advocacy, crisis assistance) to substance abusing adults. MA in Human Service field, experience in SA preferred. License and CAC preferred. Prestera Center, Sherry Sites, Employment Specialist, 3375 Rt. 60 E., Huntington, WV 25705.

Mentor employment leader - Will assess and employ consumers for appropriate work programs, supervise existing consumer employment program. Will develop and supervise a pre-voc program, network internally/externally for mentor empt. programs, prepare/monitor a budget. BA in human service field; experience in job development/suprvision. Business skills required. Prestera Center, Sherry Sites, Employment Specialist, 3375 Rt. 60 E., Huntington, WV 25705.

The Pressley Ridge Schools of WV has a full time position available as a Transitional Living Specialist at our Huntington WV site. Qualified condidates must be willing to live in and work with troubled boys, ages 17-21 and ages 12 and under. Qualifications: 4 year degree in human services field, reliable transportation and a willingness to work non traditional hours. Experinece with behavior disorder children desired. Salary $18,450 + excellent benefit package. Send resume to: Ben King, 400 Capitol St., 2nd Floor, Chas., WV 25301.

Rural primary care health center seeks applications for Administrator: day-to-day operations of primary care and school-based clinic; financial, granting, and program development activities; staff of two providers, two clerical and two nursing services personnel. Similar health field experince required. Salary comensurate with experience. Please submit resume and date of availability to: Administrator, Rithcie Co. Primary Care Assn., Inc., PO Box 373, Harrisville, WV 26362

Case Manager position available to handle medical/vocational cases in our Charleston (Kanawha, Putnam Co. & vicinity) location. Experience in worker’s compensation and CRC preferred. Good organization and communication skills a must. Travel required. For immediate consideration please fax resume to QRS 412-371-1493 attention Beth.

Director Position needed for local community work release facility. Business or correction degree + 2 years experience preferred. Starting salary $18,000. Apply in person, 5904 MacCorkle Ave., St. Albans, WV 25177.

CLINICAL FACULTY POSITION WVU Dept. of Behavioral Medicine and Psychiatry, William F. Sharpe, Jr. Hospital Dev. at Weston has immediate openings for clinical social workers at the Assistant Professor rank. The successful candidates will participate in a multidisciplinary team providing clinical services on an inpatient unit. Responsibilities also include clinical teaching, supervision, and research. Minimum requirements include a masters degree in social work, LICSW, licensure or license eligible, and board certification or board eligible in clinical social work (ABE or NASW). Previous administrative and clinical experience in spychiatric facilities preferred. WV is an AA/EOE. Women and monority candidates are strongly encouraged. Applications should include a curriculum vitae ad three references including phone number and addresses. Direct these materials to Jim Murphy, MSW, LICSW, William F. Sharpe, Jr. Hospital, PO Drawer 1127, Weston, WV 26452.

Executive Director, Nursing Home- Beverly health & Rehab Services, the nation’s premier provider of quality long term care, has an outstanding career opportunity available for an experienced Licensed Nursing Home Administrator to manage Beverly Health Care Center, a 120-bed medical facility located in Glasgow, WV. The successful candidate will have a WV Administrator’s license and a minimum of 3-5 years experiene in long-term health care. Proven management skills are required. In addition to excellent organization, communication, and interpersonal skills. If you share in our commitment to developing progressive rehabilitation and nursing programs, and are innovative and goal-oriented, we’d like to hear from you. We offer competitive salary and benefits package. For consideration, pleas sent your resure to: Jim Wilson, Group Vice President, Beverly Health & Rehab Services, 721 Hickory St., Akron, OH 44303. EOE M/F/D/V. Drugfree Workplace.

Behavior Management Aide- Work with behavior disordered children in their home. Assessment of problems & education/training of caretakers. Kanawha & Putman Cos. BA/BS. Full/part time. Sent resume to: PAIS, Inc., PO Box 11210, Chas. WV 25339.

Case Management Position- Northern Tier Youth Svcs. in Charleston, WV is seeking a full-time case manager. This position serves the overall purpose of providing case management services for children in a specialized foster care program. This includes the functions of treatment planning, implementation, assessment, evaluation, advocacy and supervision of clients and foster parents along with extensive record keeping and documentation. Excellent oral and written communication skills a must. BS degree in Social Work or related field required. Maturity and firm grasp of basic child care skills also required. Eligible for WV Social Service and Medicaid sytems helpful. Submit resume to Northern Tier Youth Svcs., 706 Central Ave., Chas., WV 25302. No phone calls please.

Counselor/Teacher- Full tiem, Live-in, residential positions are available with the Pressley Ridge School of Phiopyle working with emotionally disturbed youths in a challenging outdoor setting. Only mature college graduates with a 4 year degree willing to make a serious commitment need apply. Competitive starting salary with merit increases and excellent benefits. Send resume to Kathryn Van Nosdeln, Pressley Ridge School at Ohiopyle, RD #1, Box 25, Ohiopyle, PA 15470.

Adult Community Support Services Director -Director to manage program development and operations of Adult community Support Services, A comprehensive program for adults with mental retardation, developmental disabilities, and/or serious mental illness. Services include: day treatment, supported employment, transportation, and residential services. Duties: program development, supervision of operations, recruitment, training, compliance with licensure and Medicaid regulation, and participation on board management team. Applicants must possess significant knowledge, skills and abilities in MR service deliver, person-centered planning, program development, management of day programs and group homes, Medicaid state plan option and waiver services, community networking, consumer advocacy, and staff supervision. Knowledge of serious mental illness is helpful. A bachelor’s degree in behavioral health care is required, a master’s degree is preferred. Five years experience in mental retardation service deliver, and 2 years supervisory experience is required. Application deadline July 7, 1997. Competitive salary and excellent fringe benefit package. To apply: submit completed RACSB or VA state application with cover letter for each position applied to: RACSW, Human Resources, 312 S. Main St., Lexington, VA 24450. Applications available at above address or call: 540-464-3395. EEO

Regional Advocate Protection and Advocacy for Individuals with Mental Illness Program - Position based in Weston area. Attorney preferred; others with strong credential or background is advocacy are encouraged to apply. Candidate must have proven ability to work independently; have history of formal or informal advocacy activities. Instate travel required. Resumes received by June 27, 1997 will be given preference. Send resume to: WVA, Attn: Asst. Director, 1207 Quarrier St., 4th Floor, Chas. WV 25301. EOE. We encourage applications from minorities, women & persons with disabilities.

Employee Assistance Program Counselor - Must have master’s degree in behavioral or healthcare field and be eligible for licensure. Must also have experience in a broad range of counseling and be a Certified Addiction Counselor. 4-8 years prior EAP experience preferred. Submit resume, cover letter and salary requirements to: Union Carbide Corp., EAP Counselor - Job #43-97, PO Box 8877, So. Charleston, WV 25303. EOE/AA.

LSW’s, Prefer BSW’s - Social service director for long-term care facility of 75 beds. Benefits. Send resume to: Capital Health Care, 1301 Virginia St. E., Charleston, WV 25301.

Mental Health Director - Master’s degree required. Must have at least 5 years administrative/management experience, preferably in residential behavioral healthcare. Reports to CEO. Must work with community board and have knowledge of budgeting. Relocation expenses available. Send leter of interest and resume to: Human Resources Dept, 115 Rockwood Lane, Hazard, KY 41701. EOE/AA.

Davis & Elkins College - seeks applicants for one-year position working with learning disabled college students. Master’s degree, certification and experience required. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, college transcripts and names/addresses/phone numbers of 3 references to: Clarence L. Coffindaffer, PhD, Vice President & Dean of the Faculty, D&E College, 100 Campus Drive, Elkins, WV 26241. EOE/AA.

SERVICES:
W.Va. LCSW APPLICANTS: Training seminars and review materials available for the 1997 Social Work exam. Three & five-hour seminars held in Va. Jewell Golden, LCSW-C, BCD & David Trebach, LCSW, ACSW, CCH lead the 5hr. seminars (cost $146) in Richmond (10/26/97). Mr. Trebach leads the 3hr. seminar (cost $73) in Fredericksberg (7/13/97). Materials can be purchsed separately. Info/registration: Call David Trebach, (703) 313-8046.

Social Work Examination Services: State Licensing examination home study programs for all levels since 1983: Over 1150 sample multiple choice questions. Detailed notes covering al practice areas including POLICY, GROUPWORK, CLINICAL PRACTICE, HB, DSMIV AND RESEARCH. Visit SWES on the web at http://www.tiac.net/users/swes or Call 800-933-8802 for brochure.

PERSONALS:
Relocating: LICSW, ACSW with 15 plus years of mental health experience in commuity mental health settings and inpatient psych/SA treatment programs as both clinician and manager. Also EAP experience. Looking for full-time, part-time, or contractual work in Beckley or Charleston area effective Fall ’97. For more information call (304) 263-1061.

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