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About this Child Development Specialist role at The Bradley Center

The Bradley Center · Onsite · Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

Who you are:

 Do you have a passion and a calling for helping children?  Are you a motivated, compassionate person with a desire to make a positive impact on children’s lives

 Experience in the mental health field is not required, we are looking for individuals who are passionate about our mission and want to Build Lives of Possibility.  Every day will not be easy, but what you do will matter and your reach will impact the children and families you work with for years to come and touch thousands of lives. 

 We are looking for individuals with initiative, creativity, and a desire to help children overcome their challenges. The Bradley Center is a great place to launch your career and gain valuable experience. 

 Come be the drop in the pond that creates ripples of hope beyond even our imagination.  Join our team today!

Where you will make a difference:

Since 1905, The Bradley Center has continually served children and families in need. Today, the residential treatment facility provides 24 hour care and trauma-informed treatment to children who have a history of trauma and who may present with a wide range of challenges.

Full time and PRN positions available for all shifts.

Qualities Best Suited for the Position:

  • Initiative
  • Ability to build rapport with children that leads to pro-social development
  • Patience and creativity while working with residents at their own pace
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Professional demeanor, sound judgment, dependability, and a strong work ethic
  • Problem-solving skills

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology or other related field preferred
  • OR a minimum of 48 college credits in social work, psychology or other related field required
  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • Valid driver's license and car insurance

Benefits

What we offer:

Excellent benefits for Full Time staff including:

  • $20/hr starting wage
  • Medical, dental and vision coverage
  • $1500 Sign on Bonus
  • $2000 relocation assistance
  • Shift differential for weekend and overnight shifts
  • Four weeks of Paid Time Off in the first year of employment
  • Accommodation of school schedules
  • Referral bonuses
  • 401(k)
  • Life insurance
  • Free parking and meals
  • Advanced training opportunities
  • Continuing education credits


We are committed to advocacy for children with special needs, care and compassion, and focusing on the inherent strengths of children, youth and families without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or gender. The Bradley Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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About The Bradley Center

MISSION STATEMENT


Bradley is a regional behavioral healthcare and child welfare system that provides comprehensive and caring services to children, youth and families.


OUR VISION

Bradley is recognized nationally by families, communities and professionals as a premier behavioral healthcare and child welfare organization that promotes the physical, social, emotional, educational and spiritual growth of the children, youth and families that we serve.


OUR VALUES

  • We are committed to: advocacy for children with special needs; care and compassion; and, focusing on the individual as a whole, without regard to race, religion, gender or national origin.
  • We are dedicated to the restoration of satisfying and productive relationships among children, their families and communities, whenever possible.
  • We serve children and families with challenging needs and we seek to enable them to visualize the possibilities of their own futures.
  • We support teamwork that establishes collaborative strategies and sharing information with other organizations.
  • We are committed to quality clinical and management practices according to high national accreditation standards.
  • We respect the dignity of all those we serve and we honor each individual’s life, contributions and spirit.
  • We preserve our historical commitment to providing safe, caring, compassionate and nurturing environments.

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