Allendale Association is a not-for-profit, multi-service child welfare agency that was established in 1897. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefit package and a generous educational assistance plan.

Come Make A Difference!

The Following Positions Are Currently Available:

POST-DOCTORAL RESIDENT
We are seeking a Post-Doctoral Resident to provide individual, group and family therapy to clients in our Benet Lake, Wisconsin Residential Treatment Program. Some evening hours may be required.

MENTOR
We are seeking a Part-Time mentor for our Community Support Program. Candidate will work intensively with individual and/or small groups of children and their families providing a positive role model and "someone to talk to". This position offers flexible part time hours. BS in Social Work, Psychology or related Human Services field and two years progressively responsible social services experience required. Per DCFS requirements, candidate must be at least 21 years of age with a valid driver's license and good driving record.

MENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST
We are seeking Full-Time, rotating second shift, Mental Health Specialist to work actively with children and adolescents within our residential Units. Ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or related Human Service field, and/or 5 years of equivalent experience. Per DCFS regulations, candidate must have valid driver's license with good driving record and be at least 21 years of age.

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
We currently have a position for a Part-Time Occupational Therapist in our Educational Services Division for the upcoming 2009-2010 school year. The position involves a flexible 32 hours per week schedule following a 210 day calendar. Responsibilities to include planning, organizing, and participating in rehabilitative programs that help develop vocational, and independent living skills, as well as general independence. Requires Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy; registered by the American Occupational Therapy Association; National Board Certification of Occupational Therapists; knowledge of Special Education laws, rules and regulations and the skills to develop and execute an Individual Education Plan; Illinois Department of professional licensure.

CASE SPECIALIST
We currently have an opening for a Full-Time Case Specialist to coordinate contact between clients and all outside agencies; act as liaison between assigned clients, clients' families, guardians, referral sources and other individuals involved in the treatment of clients; prepare and present required reports; ensure all relevant parties are informed of clients' needs, goals and treatment progress on a timely basis. Requires Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related human services field, two years related experience, valid Driver's License with good driving record, and experience working with state agencies such as DCFS and DMH.

INTAKE SPECIALIST (Bi-lingual Preferred)
We currently have an opening for a Full-Time Intake Specialist who will evaluate referrals and perform intake assessments for new and potential clients. Maintains working relationships with referral sources in order to increase and sustain census. Requires Masters Degree in Social Work or related Human Services field; Three years experience relative to the position; working knowledge of DCFS and DHS procedures; valid Driver's License with good driving record.

For additional information, please contact Tony Conley: