Openings for professionals in the field of child traumatic stress. Direct inquires about posting Job Opportunities to: jobs@nctsn.org or by fax at (310) 235-2612

Summary
Supervise and oversee operations of the Trauma Recovery Center. Develop and implement program intervention model. Supervise and evaluate program staff including therapists, case managers and staff assistant. Develop and implement program procedures. Work with other program directors to facilitate continuity of care across programs and to evaluate program effectiveness. Represent the program in interactions with the community. Market services to the community. Evaluate program success by developing and measuring outcomes. Work with development staff to secure and maintain program funding. Develop and manage program budget.

Essential Functions

• 70% Program Management
  Develop and implement program intervention model, including interacting with program trainers and consultants. Develop and implement program procedures. Work with other program directors to facilitate continuity of care across programs and to evaluate program effectiveness. Represent the program in interactions with the community. Oversee the delivery of services in order to promote and maintain quality and client satisfaction. Market services to the community. Evaluate program success by developing and measuring outcomes. Ensure that appropriate resources are made available to program staff. Work with development staff to secure and maintain program funding. Develop and manage program budget. Participate in agency Management Team.
• 30% Clinical Supervision
  Supervise and evaluate program staff including therapists, case managers and staff assistant. Develop and implement plan for training and staff development. Provide both clinical and administrative supervision to program therapists. Responsible to complete competencies on each staff member and ensure that staff are knowledgeable regarding performance expectations and for their own position. Provide performance feedback for assigned clinicians.

Other Functions
Travel within Kansas required.Other duties as assigned.

Education
PhD, Master's degree in social work or psychology or related filed.

Certification/Licensure
PhD, LSCSW, LCMFT, LCP or LCPC

Work Experience
Strong Clinical Assessment and Intervention Skills.
Experience in working with adoptive families.
Prefers experience in program management
Prefers successful supervisory experience.

Contact Information:
Youthville
560 N Exposition St.
Wichita, KS 67203
Tel: 316-264-8317
Email: gsnell@youthville.org

Responsible to: Medical Director/Program Director

Salary Range: $60,000 + commensurate with experience

Type of Position: Fulltime

General Description: The Unaccompanied Minors Program (UMP) is a new, state-of-the-art project funded by the Health and Human Services Office of Refugee and Resettlement. The purpose of the program is to design and implement a national program to improve the capacity of the Division of Unaccompanied Children's Services (DUCS) to provide trauma-informed services to the children and adolescents under its care. DUCS is responsible for the funding and oversight of a network of shelter and residential programs which house approximately 10,000 unaccompanied minors per year across the United States. This mental health and trauma-focused program will support training and capacity building for DUCS shelters, residential network employees, and front line providers. The program manager will work closely with the director to effectively orchestrate and manage a pool of consultants and partner agencies to carry out the mission of the program.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate all programmatic and operational aspects of the start-up and operational phases of the program including needs assessment protocol development; adaptation of novel interventions to unaccompanied minor populations; selection of pilot site; piloting of workshops and trainings; website development and supervising remote teams;
• Monitor program activities against the program timelines, goals and objectives to assure that the program is being implemented in accordance with proposed activities;
• Manage evaluation process and write monthly or quarterly reports on program implementation;
• Provide training and technical assistance to shelters and residential programs;
• Provide routine updates to Medical Director/Program Director on progress and challenges; make suggestions to implement changes and implementing changes upon approval;
• In collaboration with UMP team revise training protocols, write reports and recommendation for phase II of the project.
• Coordinate and maintain strong working relationships with collaborating partners both in Massachusetts and across the country through regularly scheduled advisory board and partner meetings, telephone conferences, and site visits;

Educational Qualifications / Experience: Doctoral or Master's degree in mental health field from a nationally recognized accredited school or program. Degree should be in mental health service delivery or related health care field, including Nurse Practitioner/Psychiatric Nurse with relevant training and experience. Three to five years work experience in an appropriate and relevant setting. Fluency in Spanish required.

Please send cover letter and resume to: Latin American Health Institute, Attn: Human Resources 95 Berkeley St. Boston, MA 02116 or by e-mail to nereida.zayas@lhi.org or fax to 617-247-1924.

The Latin American Health Institute is an affirmative Action/Equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, national origin, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation or disability.

$7,722 - $11,950 MONTHLY
The Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS), Addictions and Mental Health (AMH) Division is seeking candidates with exceptional qualifications to be considered for the Director of the Addictions and Mental Health Division/Principal Executive Manager I. This position is responsible for programs, policies, community services, and state-operated public institutions serving persons with mental illness and alcohol and drug abuse problems. The Division reports to the DHS Director. With a biennial budget just under $1.0 billion, the Division employs more than 1500 persons directly and contracts for services with hundreds of programs at the county and community level across the state. More than 100,000 Oregonians per biennium are serviced through programs under the direction of the Director. This position is executive service and is not represented by a union.

The Director directs all programs to assure attainment of DHS goals and the discharge of its legal duties. The Director is responsible for the direct supervision of two state hospital superintendents, the Division Medical Director, and high level managers responsible for community prevention, treatment and extended care services, and planning and program operations. A key responsibility of the Director is coordinating mental health and addiction services with the others programs and operations within Health Services and across the range of programs and direct service delivery in DHS.

SCOPE OF POSITION
The Director is appointed by, and reports to, the Director of DHS. The Director participates with other Directors as the group that develops policy, coordinates program development, and addresses fiscal and program problems as they arise. Within DHS the Director is an advocate for the needs of those served by the Additions and Mental Health Division. The Director confers with the DHS Director regarding general directions in response to legislative and gubernatorial action. Within these guidelines the Director exercises independence and discretion to plan, budget, organize, staff, direct, coordinate and evaluate the office managers, staff and state hospital superintendents.

REQUIREMENTS
Four years of progressive management experience related to a human services program with an emphasis in addictions and mental health programs which included responsibility for each of the following: Development of program rules and policies; development of long-and short-range goals and plans; program evaluation and budget preparation/management.Graduate-level courses in management may be substituted for one year of the required experience. NOTE: Preference may be given to applicants with graduate-level education in public administration or a related field of study.

CREDENTIALS SUBMISSION
E-mail the following items to jean.fauth@state.or.us(Please indicate Director for the Addictions and Mental Health Division in the subject line of the e-mail):

• A resume that clearly describes your experience, skills and knowledge related to the duties and requirements of the position.
• A narrative explaining how your background, experience and training qualify you for this position.

For additional information please contact Jean Fauth at 503-945-6851.

For the full job description, please click the following link: http://www.emp.state.or.us/jobs/statejobs/print-this-job.cfm?ord=14763&sr=010&datasource=TS

Summary
The Kempe Center in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Colorado at Denver Health Sciences Center is recruiting a Clinical Instructor/Mental Health Clinician for its Denver-Kempe Trauma Collaborative Center. This Center is a collaboration between the Kempe Center and the Denver Department of Human Services. The goal of this Center is to bring evidence-based mental health interventions to children involved in Children's Protective Services. Clinicians will learn evidence-based interventions appropriate for abused and neglected children birth to 12 years of age. Interventions will involve providing home-based and/or clinic-based mental health services to meet the social and emotional needs of neglected and/or abused children and their foster, biological, and kinship caregivers.

Training in evidence-based interventions, infant mental health, child development, and related topics is provided upon hire with on-going learning through research articles, conferences, etc. We put a strong emphasis on team support; weekly individual and group supervision is provided. This position can range from part- to full-time.

Job Responsibilities

• Attend all required training sessions in evidence-based practices, infant mental health, child/parent development, assessment and observation techniques.
• Learn to use evidence-based interventions for abused and neglected children and their families with fidelity.
• Participate in development of new evidence based interventions and collect all required clinical/research data.
• Carry assigned caseload and work with foster, kinship and biological parents.
• Notify supervisor of emergency situations promptly, verbally and with written follow-up.
• Work cooperatively and collaboratively with child welfare caseworkers.
• Have the ability to respond with flexibility to client needs
• Keep accurate, up-to-date process recordings of sessions, regular participation in individual and group supervision, and provide testimony in court when necessary.
• Must be prompt for client appointments, submitting required reports, and keeping in touch with supervisor and families as needed.

Required Qualifications
We are looking for an experienced mental health clinician to complete our clinical team. A master's degree in social work or a related field is required; candidate can be working on state licensure. Candidates must provide their own reliable transportation for in-home cases; reimbursement for mileage will be provided.

Preferred Qualifications
A strong interest and experience in child trauma and in infant/toddler/preschool/middle childhood development is important. Ability to speak Spanish is also desirable.

Salary and BenefitsSalary is commensurate with experience. This is a salaried position with benefits. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at www.cusys.edu/pbs .

Review of applications begin immediately, continuing until position is filled.

To Apply for this Position OnlinePlease go to www.jobsatcu.com and apply for Job Posting #805838

Send Materials to
Please send cover letter and resume to Evelin Gomez, Ph.D., The Kempe Center, 1825 Marion Street, Denver, CO 80218 or gomez.evelin@tchden.org

The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

The Clinical Social Worker II is a primary therapist to children and families traumatized by abuse, neglect, and exposure to violence. The clinical social worker completes the assessments and develops the diagnosis and the treatment plan for the child and family.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree from an accredited school of Social Work
• Must be licensed in the State of Maryland, by the Board of Social Work Examiners, Maryland State Department of Health and Mental Hygiene as a Certified Social Worker - Clinical
• Must have at least 2 years experience related to providing services to children in the child welfare population who have experienced abuse, neglect or other emotional disturbances.

Kennedy Krieger offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package including 401K, day care subsidy and a tuition reimbursement program for employees and dependents.

Please submit resume and salary requirements online at www.jobs.kennedykrieger.org

The Family Center of the Kennedy Krieger Institute seeks a Supervising Clinical Social Worker. This is an exceptional opportunity to act as the primary therapist to children, adolescents and their families exposed to abuse, neglect and community violence. You will complete assessments, treatment plans and daily contact notes. You have opportunities to participate in departmental research and/or committee projects.

Requirements include a Master's degree from an accredited School of Social Work. Must be licensed in the state of Maryland by the Board of SW Examiners at the LCSW-C level and have 4 postgraduate years of experience in providing services to children, adolescents and young adults with emotional disabilities, trauma experiences/exposure to maltreatment.

We offer an excellent salary benefits. Please apply online at www.jobs.kennedykrieger.org, reference ID #43271.

Summary
In the context of a post-doctoral research fellowship in the Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine/Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic (David Brent, MD, PI), we seek candidates for a program that specializes in translational research at the university and community (efficacy-effectiveness) interface. The program provides specialized training to clinical-researchers who wish to acquire the skills necessary to design and conduct treatment dissemination/implementation trials in ?real-world" settings. Our portfolio includes clinical trials and projects that draw upon the application of evidence-based treatments for child/adolescent populations (e.g., behavior problems/disorders, adolescent sexual abusers, child physical abuse/family violence) in community settings/systems that have become increasingly involved in the delivery of mental health services (e.g., pediatric primary care, juvenile justice, child welfare, community mental health).

Fellows are encouraged to contribute to and/or manage existing clinical trials, develop treatment research grant applications, and disseminate products having scientific, practice, and policy implications. In all of these venues, opportunities are provided to work with research investigators and community leaders/practitioners on treatment research projects that integrate clinical assessments, extend treatment guidelines to real-world settings, and train/collaborate with professionals in multiple service sectors.

Education/Experience
We seek individuals with a Ph.D. in psychology (clinical /quantitative) from an APA-accredited program who have an interest in addressing the efficacy-effectiveness continuum, potential for excellence in scholarship/academic research, and the ability to work creatively and collaboratively. A good grounding in CBT/parent training with children/adolescents and their families, exposure to vulnerable and underserved populations, and familiarity with applied research in developmental psychopathology, is encouraged. Candidates for this T-32 fellowship must also be U.S. citizens.

Contact Information
For preliminary discussions: Please contact David J. Kolko, Ph.D., Professor of Psychiatry, Psychology, and Pediatrics at (412) 246-5888 or Kolkodj@upmc.edu

Children's Hospital Los Angeles has openings in its APA-accredited Postdoctoral Fellowship training program, including opportunities for fellows to specialize in child trauma. General information about the fellowship program is below, for additional information about the trauma fellowship, contact Karen Rogers, Ph.D. at krogers@chla.usc.edu

Psychology Postdoctoral Fellowship
University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine
Childrens Hospital Los Angeles
University Center of Excellence in Developmental Disabilities

The Department of Pediatrics at Children's Hospital Los Angeles, associated with the USC Keck School of Medicine, and the University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities seeks applicants interested in clinical opportunities to specialize in the following emphasis areas:

1. Pediatric Psychology
2. Early Childhood Mental Health
3. Child & Family Therapy
4. Trauma Psychology
5. Adolescent Medicine

The Postdoctoral fellowship is APA accredited. Postdoctoral fellows serve children, adolescents and families in an interdisciplinary setting. Depending on the emphasis area, fellowship activities may include psychotherapy, assessment, consultation/liaison, and research/program development. Candidates must have completed a doctoral degree in clinical, school or counseling psychology from an accredited APA program, and an APA accredited predoctoral internship working with children/adolescents by August 2009.

Openings: Pending budgetary approval, the department anticipates nine two-year fellowship positions. Specific information about specific fellowship tracks is available on our website at: http://www.uscuceddtraining.net

Benefits: Current stipends are $29,500 for 1st year, and $37,500 for 2nd year including benefits (vacation, sick leave, free health benefits to fellow and immediate dependents, free dental plan for fellow and immediate dependants, and life insurance to the fellow at no cost). An additional licensure differential (monthly) is available to licensed second year fellows.

Deadline: Applications will be accepted until vacancies are filled. Positions to begin September 1, 2009.

Application Information: Candidates should submit a letter of interest stating their CHLA postdoctoral specialty interest and long-term career goals in that area, a curriculum vita, three letters of recommendation (one from predoctoral internship), official graduate studies transcripts, and a sample child/adolescent cognitive assessment report. Specific emphasis areas may request additional information. Send application materials to Sara Sherer, Ph.D., Children's Hospital Los Angeles, USC/UCEDD Mental Health Program, Mailstop # 115, 4650 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90027.

Additional Information: Please consult our website: www.uscuceddtraining.net for additional important information about our application requirements and training opportunities. Please direct inquiries to Dr. Sherer at SSherer@chla.usc.edu

Childrens Hospital Los Angeles is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. Applications from bilingual Spanish candidates and members of underrepresented groups are specifically encouraged.

The Department of Psychiatry of the School of Medicine, University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), at San Francisco General Hospital, has openings for paid post-doctoral fellowships in the Child and Adolescent Services (CAS) Multicultural Clinical Training Program beginning September 1, 2009. CAS is seeking excellent applicants from APA-accredited Doctoral Clinical Psychology Programs, with a focus on child and family work. Experience with and a strong interest in working in a community mental health setting with underserved, low income and multicultural populations required. Spanish-speaking highly desirable. Fellows will receive intensive training and supervision in all aspects of their duties and responsibilities. Training focuses on the impact of chronic trauma on children, and effective methods for addressing the needs of these children.

Living in a Non-Violent Community (LINC)
LINC strives to break the cycle of violence by integrating services and resources for children, youth, and their families that have experienced domestic violence. Post-doctoral fellow provides clinical assessments, and individual, family, or group therapy for children and youth. Fellow is also responsible for delivering training/presentations for community agencies and medical providers throughout the year.

Developing Trauma-Sensitive School Environments for Children Exposed to Complex Trauma
CAS is implementing a comprehensive, multi-level school-based prevention/intervention program to create trauma-sensitive school environments. Postdoctoral Fellows will work within San Francisco Unified School District schools. Responsibilities include on-site assessment, individual, family, and group psychotherapy; and consultation, support, and training for teachers, & school staff. Fellows will also participate in program evaluation activities.

Positions open until filled. To apply, please send a cover letter, CV, and three reference letters, to lida M. Bautista, PhD, CAS Director of Clinical Training, Department of Psychiatry, San Francisco General Hospital, 1001 Potrero Avenue, Box 0852, San Francisco, CA 94110. For more information, call (415) 206-4444 or email: gloria.zermeno@sfdph.org

UCSF is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The University undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for underutilized minorities and women, for persons with disabilities and for Vietnam-era veterans and special disabled veterans.

The Dallas Children's Advocacy Center is seeking a full-time, experienced Clinical Director. Candidates must meet the following requirements: Licensed clinician with Master's in Social Work, Counseling, or PhD in Psychology; 5 years of postgraduate experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, and parents impacted by child abuse; 5 years experience in program management, program development, and clinical supervision; experience in providing play therapy and working with CPS, police, and/or judicial system desired; good communication skills and experience in community education and training. Prior experience in providing court testimony preferred. Interested candidates may submit their resume to ldavis@dcac.org

Two positions are available. Interested professionals please apply on-line: www.baystatehealth.com/jobs keywords social worker. Or contact Ann.Kirvin@bhs.org or 800-767-6612.

Psych Specialist Social Worker: Child & Adolescent
Under the direction of the Program Manager and Medical Director, provides therapy services to children and families being treated in an Outpatient Clinic setting. Demonstrates knowledge of developmental stages, personality structure and development, mental health diagnoses, and current treatment modalities. Duties Include but are not limited to, patient evaluation, case management, and treatment. Incumbent is expected to adhere to system and department compliance policies and any applicable laws and regulations.

Qualifications: Master Degree in Social Work with at least 3-5 years experience. LCSW required LICSW preferred. Experience with cognitive behavioral therapy preferred. Experience in providing treatment in outpatient mental health settings for children and adolescents preferred. Specialization in pediatric cancer and/or child and adolescent eating disorders is highly preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology and of health care systems. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and oral. Knowledge base related to issues of cultural competence.

Other information: Resume required with application. Applicants without MSW and LCSW or LICSW will not be considered.

Social Worker, MSW: Family Advocacy Center, Baystate Children's Hospital
The Family Advocacy Center at Baystate Children's Hospital, an accredited Children's Advocacy Center, in Springfield, MA is looking for a clinical social worker to join our team of therapists who provide individual, family and group treatment to children and adolescents who have experienced trauma related to abuse.

Qualifications: Master Degree in Social Work with at least 3-5 years experience. Bi-lingual, bi-cultural therapists are strongly encouraged to apply. LCSW accepted, LICSW preferred.

Other information: Resume required with application. Applicants without MSW and LCSW or LICSW will not be considered. 36 hour per week, exempt position.

The Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences of Baylor College of Medicine and DePelchin Children's Center/DePelchin Psychiatric Services are seeking an experienced mid-career or senior level child and adolescent psychiatrist to serve as Chief Clinical Officer for DePelchin Children's Service/DePelchin Psychiatric Services, an affiliate of the college.

Responsibilities involve providing vision and leadership for all behavioral health services at DePelchin Children's Center and to its clinical, teaching and research endeavors, including its newly formed, not-for-profit organization, DePelchin Psychiatric Services. There are outstanding opportunities to pursue research interests, community partnerships and teaching. This is a full-time faculty position with an academic appointment at Baylor College of Medicine. We offer a very competitive salary, based on experience and academic rank, and an outstanding benefit package.

DePelchin provides assessment and treatment for children and adolescents. Services include; outpatient psychiatric and mental health counseling services, residential treatment; teen-parent services; prevention services to at-risk youth; home-based therapy; therapeutic foster care; adoption and post-adoption services; school-based programs; and specialty psychiatric programs in a range of areas including autism and trauma.

Join a rapidly growing and enormously exciting Department of Psychiatry and Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. The successful candidate will be board certified in child and adolescent psychiatry, licensed or eligible for medical license in the State of Texas, have a history of working with a developmental framework and clinical, academic, and demonstrate administrative and mentoring experience.

Please send a confidential C.V. and names of three references by June 30, 2009 to:
Efrain Bleiberg, M.D.
Vice Chair of Psychiatry and Director, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
Baylor College of Medicine
One Baylor Plaza
Houston, Texas 77030
ebleiberg@menninger.edu

Curtis C. Mooney, Ph.D.
President and CEO
DePelchin Children's Center
4950 Memorial Drive
Houston, Texas 77007
cmooney@depelchin.org