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Referral Development Specialist
 
Oblong Children's Christian Home has an immediate half-time employment opportunity for a Referral Development Specialist.  Job duties include working in collaboration with mental health counselors, probation officers, ministers, school counselors, truancy officers, and other professionals to facilitate out-of-home placement for children in need.  Position involves developing a network of referral sources throughout Illinois and Indiana, building relationships with these potential referral sources, and continaully updating them about the outstanding programming available at the Oblong Children's Christian Home.
 
Job Qualifications:
1.   A desire to serve God
2.   Good interpersonal skills
3.   Ability to speak in front of small groups
4.   Strong writing skills
5.   Telephone skills
6.   Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
7,   Working knowledge of PowerPoint or the ability to learn these skills
8.   Self-motivated, self-directed, and results-oriented
9.   Ability to work as a team member and accept supervision
10. College degree preferred, but not required
11. Must have a driver's license and be able to pass a background check
12. Must be an active member of a Church of Christ or Christian Church
 
This is a half-time position.  Hours are flexible.  Retirees are welcome to apply.  Person could work from his/her own home or from the Children's Home office.  Vehicle provided for work-related travel, but shared with other staff.  Compensation: $15,000 per year.  No other benefits.  Send resume by February 15, 2012 to Oblong Children's Christan Home, 4094 E 1050th Ave., Oblong, IL 62449.  For more inforamtion or questions, contact Arvin Moden at 618-592-3633.
 
 
Counselor/Case Manager
 
Oblong Children's Christian Home will soon have an opening for a full-time counselor/case manager.  A Master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related human services field is preferred, but a Bachelor's degree in one of these fields might also be considered.  The successful candidate must be able to integrate his/her training in social service with his/her faith. Candidates must be active memers of a Christian Church or Church of Christ.  Duties include admissions work, case management, counseling of children in the care of the Home, and working with biological parents.  Click here for a complete job description.

Compensation
Salary range:  $30,000 - $35,000 depending upon education and experience
Potential raise after 6 months
Retirement paid by employer - 16% of salary
Health insurance - paid by employer
Access to pantry store room

Send resume and reference list with addresses and telephone numbers to
Oblong Children's Christian Home
Attn:  Arvin Moden
4094 E 1050th Ave.
Oblong, IL 62449

Additional Information:  Contact Arvin Moden (618) 592-3633
christianhome@fairpoint.net

Review of applicants will begin February 5, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled.
 
 
Teacher's Aid
 
New Life Christian Academy at the Oblong Children's Christian Home needs a volunteer to assist the teacher in the classroom.  Position involves working up to 5 days a month.  Days vary month to month.  Hours are 8:00 - 1:30.  Duties include grading student work using a scoring key and assisting students one-to-one.  No prior teaching experience is needed.  Two people could fill the position, each working 2 - 3 days per month.
 
Contact Nancy Moden at 618-554-2450 for details.