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Thomas Jefferson University and Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals are partners in providing excellent clinical and compassionate care for our patients in the Philadelphia region, educating the health professionals of tomorrow in a variety of disciplines and discovering new knowledge that will define the future of clinical care.
Thomas Jefferson University is composed of Jefferson Medical College, Jefferson College of Biomedical Sciences, and the Jefferson Schools of Health Professions, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Population Health. The University enrolls more than 3,200 future physicians, scientists and healthcare professionals. Founded in 1824, Jefferson Medical College is one of the largest private medical schools in the nation, with among the largest living alumni group.
As an academic medical center within a regional healthcare system, Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals are dedicated to excellence in patient care, patient safety and the quality of the healthcare experience. U.S. News & World Report has ranked Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals among the best hospitals in the nation, and has recognized a number of its specialties including orthopedics, rehabilitation medicine, cancer, digestive diseases, ear, nose and throat and respiratory disorders. Begun in 1825, the Hospital now has 969 licensed acute care beds, with major programs in a wide range of clinical specialties. Services are provided at four locations--the main hospital facility and the Jefferson Hospital for Neuroscience, both in Center City Philadelphia, Methodist Hospital in South Philadelphia and Jefferson at Voorhees in South Jersey.
As an employer, Jefferson maintains a commitment to provide equal access to employment. Jefferson values diversity and encourages applications from women, members of minority groups, LGBTQ individuals, disabled individuals, and veterans.
PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Primary Counselor is responsible for a high risk case load of high risk pregnant and/or parenting women who are engaged in residential drug treatment that included programming for drug-free and methadone maintained clients. The Primary Counselor will be the primary coordinator of clinical services for her caseload and will also fulfill necessary data-gathering and other written requirements for the program.
A Master’s Degree or above from an accredited college with a major in social work, chemical dependency, psychology, counseling, or other related field which includes a practicum in a health or human service agency, preferably in a drug and alcohol setting.
LSW, LPC, CAC preferred.
One year experience in treatment of addiction is preferred.
Since this position will require the selected candidate to engage in regular contact with children in the form of care, guidance, supervision or training, you will be required to meet the requirements of the Child Protective Services Act, Act 73, including the Pennsylvania State Police criminal background check, the Pennsylvania Department of Welfare child abuse criminal background clearance, and an FBI finger print based federal criminal records check. The selected candidate will not be allowed to commence working until all three (3) are completed satisfactorily.
Please send resume and cover letter to Kimberly.Mast@jefferson.edu or fax 215-568-6414 Attn: Kimberly Mast