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Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia serves children, families, and individuals with a diverse array of services.

Our team is comprised of dedicated, caring, and experienced professionals whose common denominator is a shared commitment to enhancing the lives of the people we support.

We are looking for passionate, energized, and skilled professionals who share our goals and want to make a meaningful difference every day. By joining JFCS you become part of an organization with a tradition of service and excellence, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. While we are rooted in Jewish values, we welcome and currently employ staff from all backgrounds and serve community members from all walks of life.

JFCS offers the opportunity to learn and grow in an ever-changing landscape.

Equal Opportunity Employment

JFCS supports and is committed to equal opportunity employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in any term, condition, or privilege of employment to all associates and potential associates on the basis of their merits and ability to perform, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizen and veteran’s status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, or any other prohibited factor.

If you are interested and passionate about applying for a job at JFCS and meet most of the qualifications listed, please submit your resume and cover letter to careers@jfcsphilly.org

Your email application must include:

  • The job title in the subject line (or we will not be able to route your resume)
  • Your cover letter and salary requirements in the body of the email
  • Your resume as an attachment

OUTREACH CARE MANAGER, ORTHODOX SERVICES

Under the supervision of the Orthodox Services Program Manager, the Community Outreach Care Manager manages the establishment of a network within the Philadelphia region to provide: prevention, education, and support to leaders / lay leaders of the Orthodox Jewish community on the issue of DV; trainings for organizations, including non-profits, synagogues, schools, and businesses on the dynamics of the nuances within the Orthodox Jewish community pertaining to DV, as well as other mental health related topics, and how to increase sensitivity and awareness; psychoeducational programs and outreach events that focus on areas of stigma to bring awareness and inclusiveness. The Community Outreach Care Manager also facilitates support groups in order to build community in marginalized populations.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Build strong working relationships with area synagogues, day schools, and other Jewish organizations to nurture ongoing partnerships and engage Orthodox leadership and community stakeholders to increase trust and familiarity needed for buy in.
  • Ensure Orthodox community leaders understand dynamics of abuse and trauma-informed/victim centered responses within their cultural context as well as have the resources they need to address these situations; to include congregational Rabbis, Beit Din, and school administrators.
  • Provide Orthodox youth with culturally competent prevention programs in their local day schools.
  • Heighten public awareness of DV in Orthodox families to reduce the stigma and increase support for survivors and children, through community wide programs and by engaging fathers as key influencers.
  • Equip mainstream providers with cultural competency to better serve the Jewish community by providing trainings, education, and ongoing consultation to partners who are not familiar with Orthodox practices and lifestyles to build sensitivity and awareness, thereby also increasing capacity.
  • Work in collaboration with existing partners, including but not limited to, Jewish Women’s International, DINAH, local Jewish day schools, and synagogues.
  • Build new formal and informal partnerships pertaining to the purpose of this role with other Orthodox and non-Orthodox providers / organizations, creating awareness of JFCS’ Orthodox Services program as well as to expand programming and to ensure effective, non-duplicative programming
  • Create psychoeducational programs and outreach events that focus on areas of stigma in the Orthodox Jewish community to bring awareness and inclusiveness.
  • Implement and facilitate support groups based on need.
  • Maintain knowledge of a broad variety of community resources and refer clients when appropriate to support their treatment goals.
  • Prepare and document accurate and timely records.
  • Participate in team conferences, peer supervisory sessions, and other meetings as needed.
  • Create and implement effective marketing strategies to draw consumers to our programs and to build brand awareness in the region.
  • Partner with Program Manager, COO, and relevant partner organizations to develop reporting tools to measure impact and use data to help focus ongoing programming and future growth.
  • Coordinate and provide supportive counseling and care management services for IFS clients both through direct services in the client’s home and in the office, by conducting a comprehensive assessment of client’s needs and goal development. Including accessing resources (ex. budgeting, financial issues, and public entitlements).
  • Collaborate with community resources (job coach, housing) and assist clients in daily life skills to help them function on as high a level as possible.
  • Other duties as assigned by Program Manager.
  • MSW required.

COMPETENCIES

  • A high level of communication skills both written and verbal, with a variety of audiences and within a variety of settings.
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple assignments.
  • Demonstrate a professional demeanor no matter what the situation; must be able to meet and interact professionally, patiently, and courteously with diverse populations.
  • Ability to work independently—can follow up and follow through.
  • Ability to recognize and navigate Orthodox Jewish community dynamics.
  • Must be able to exercise independent judgment in an area for which procedures cannot be standardized.
  • Creative and innovative – to see beyond “what exists” to “what could be”.
  • Ability to recognize implied problems underlying initial statements of need and to ask questions appropriate to gathering more information to better serve clients, community stakeholders, and the agency.
  • Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
  • Ability to participate as a contributing team member of the department.
  • Aptitude for building effective and meaningful working relationships with other professionals and community institutions.
  • Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and implementation of practices based on the NASW code of ethics.
  • Participate in annual trauma-informed care training(s), suicide prevention training, and mandated reporter training every other year.
  • Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changes in schedule and assignments.
  • Demonstrates initiative in contributing to the development of the department’s programs and services as well as their own professional development.

REQUIREMENTS

  • MSW or equivalent required – have or working toward clinical licensure preferred.
  • Two to three years group work/macro social work/prevention program delivery desired.
  • Be a member of, or have significant experience working within, the Orthodox Jewish community required.
  • Must be in good standing, maintain any pertinent license(s), and follow guidelines as required by the PA State Board of Social Workers, and Marriage and Family Counselors, and Professional Counselors.

​​​​ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Job will require in person, in office, and remote work; all office locations may be necessary including Bala Cynwyd, Northeast Philadelphia, and North Philadelphia.
  • Able to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends, (schedule will be adjusted accordingly).
  • Proficient user of technology (smart phone/tablet/laptop), experience using MS Office applications, and openness to new forms of technology, including social media platforms – EHR/EMR database experience a plus.
  • Employee must have a car and a safe driving record on file with the Department of Motor Vehicles in the state in which the employee is licensed to drive. Employee must provide a valid driver’s license and proof of automobile liability insurance. In addition, employee must provide security clearances free of any citations.
  • Employee must pass all necessary criminal and/or background checks.
  • Employee must meet the agency’s vaccination policy and procedure upon hire and afterwards.

SOCIAL WORKER ADOPTION COORDINATOR

Interested associates should include in their cover letter: Describe why your professional experience has prepared you to offer this type of non-biased counseling to women who are exploring their options during a very emotional and stressful time in their life?

Open Arms Adoption, a program of Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia, is looking for an Adoption Coordinator (Full-time at 35 hours per week) to be an integral part of their team in North Jersey, Central Jersey, and at times in Brooklyn, NY. The ideal candidate will reside in North or Central Jersey and have ready access to a vehicle.

The Adoption Coordinator works with pregnant women, new mothers, birthmothers, and adoptive families. The Adoption Coordinator also plays an important role in the program’s outreach and education activities by identifying and meeting with professionals in the community who work with pregnant and parenting women.

Although this position’s daily hours will be 9am to 5pm, all employees of Open Arms need to have flexibility around their schedule as this position requires occasional and unexpected weekend and evening work based on the needs of new mothers and their babies.

The program maintains a local office in Florham Park, NJ, but works hybrid, remotely at home, and travels to client homes and hospitals to provide counseling, facilitate adoptions, and do community outreach as we follow CDC recommendations to limit the exposure and spread of COVID-19.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Maintain a caseload that provides options counseling and case management services to pregnant women and new mothers.
  • Offer a non-biased/all choices counseling environment for clients’ decision-making process.
  • Participate in outreach/education in local community to promote services offered to professional community via visits or online discussions.
  • Research resource options tailored to birthparents and pregnant women needing community assistance.
  • Coordinate adoption process and facilitate adoptions.
  • Facilitate adoptive family home studies and post placement supervision.
  • Utilize online system for case notes and record retention.
  • Offer ongoing assistance and support for birth and adoptive parents.
  • Perform other program duties as assigned by the Director.

COMPETENCIES

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a hybrid work environment, utilizing agency supports appropriately.
  • Ability to work effectively and compassionately with individuals of various groups, including those of various racial and ethnic groups and religious groups. This candidate will also work with individuals of various sexual orientations, gender identities, with people of various socio-economic levels, and with people in addiction, with food and housing insecurity, and with non-managed mental health issues.
  • Demonstrate understanding of cultural competency and work within the framework of agency Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives.
  • Knowledge of community resources for pregnant and parenting women in North and Central New Jersey.
  • Ability to coordinate paperwork/legal process required in an adoption process, after training, and to participate as a vital member of a small team.
  • Ability to document work in a clear, organized, and timely manner.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated strong writing and verbal communication.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage, assess. and prioritize multiple tasks.
  • Proficient use of technology (smartphone, laptop, webcam, etc.) and experience using MS Office applications is required.
  • Capacity for working with team and supporting program members at all levels.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling preferred, may consider a Bachelor’s in same fields with relevant experience.
  • 3 Years of relevant counseling skills required.
  • Demonstrated experience working with individuals experiencing personal crisis and having the sensitivity to counsel with them at the level needed.
  • Clinical skills and knowledge related to issues experienced by all members of the adoption triad (child, birthfamily, and adoptive family).
  • Experience using an EMR/EHR system for documenting client information a plus​​​​​​​.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • This position requires travel to meet with families within 60 minutes from home and potential train travel to Brooklyn.
  • Must have ready access to a car to travel to birth locations as necessary.
  • Must have a current driver’s license and car insurance.
  • This opportunity requires the ability to work evenings and weekends when necessary.
  • Ability to lift and move materials up-to 30 pounds is required.
  • Current and clear criminal, FBI, and child abuse clearances are required prior to start. A physical and TB test is also required.
  • Ability to meet and maintain agency vaccination requirements.

SOCIAL WORKER, ORTHODOX SERVICES

Under the supervision of the Orthodox Services Program Manager, the Hybrid Care Manager works with an integrated team approach in providing care management services and supportive or clinical counseling for Orthodox Jewish Individual and Family Services (IFS) clients of all ages presenting with complex needs in multiple systems in the Greater Philadelphia area. The SW/CM identifies needs of clients, completes bio-psychosocial and other assessments, develops individualized treatment plans, and provides appropriate therapeutic and/or care management interventions. Additional responsibilities may include coordination of Orthodox community programming, supervision of a social work student, or participation in community outreach initiatives to establish community partners. Afterschool / evening hours will be required at least one night per week, both telehealth and in person work in all office locations is required.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES
  • Coordinates and provides clinical treatment, supportive counseling, and care management services to clients in home, in the office, via Telehealth platforms, or in community-based settings.
  • Conducts comprehensive assessment of clients’ needs to develop mutually agreed upon treatment/care plans to support them in achieving their identified goals.
  • Works with clients to enable access to resources appropriate to their individual needs (e.g., budgeting, financial issues, accessing public entitlements, psychiatric/psychological care providers).
  • Collaborates with community partners (job coach, housing, other providers, rabbis, schools, etc.), provides advocacy (as needed), and assists clients in daily life (ADLs/IADLs) skills to help them maintain or improve global functioning.
  • Assumes responsibility in emergency situations related to care management and/or mental health crises.
  • Maintains interest in and knowledge of relevant professional activities, developments in the field of behavioral health, and in social problems as they pertain to our clients and to the advancement of the profession in addition to a broad variety of community resources in order to refer clients when appropriate to support their treatment goals.
  • Prepares and documents accurate and timely records including progress notes, assessment tools, and billing information in compliance with department documentation guidelines and expectations and external regulatory policies.
  • Participates as an active member in team conferences, trainings, weekly supervision, department meetings, and other meetings related to counseling and care management issues and works as a team with other JFCS staff with shared clients, resources, needs, and other related topics.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as requested.

COMPETENCIES

  • Knowledge of public benefits and general community resources.
  • A high level of effective communication skills both written and verbal, with internal (other JFCS staff/departments) and external stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple assignments exhibiting strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Demonstrates a professional demeanor no matter what the situation; must be able to meet and interact professionally, patiently and courteously with a diverse population of clients and families.
  • Ability to work independently—can follow up and follow through.
  • Ability to recognize and navigate community dynamics and establish good working relationships.
  • Must be able to exercise independent judgment in an area for which procedures cannot be standardized, while maintaining professional and ethical standards .
  • Ability to recognize implied problems underlying initial statements of need and to ask questions appropriate to gathering more information to better serve the client and the agency.
  • Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
  • Ability to participate as a contributing team member of the department.
  • Ability to work as a team member with other clinicians and care managers to ensure best service to clients.
  • Ability to establish good working relations with other professionals and organizations both internally and in the community.
  • Must be in good standing, maintain any pertinent license(s), and follow guidelines as required by the PA State Board of Social Workers, and Marriage and Family Counselors, and Professional Counselors.
  • Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and implementation of practices based on the NASW code of ethics.
  • Participate in annual Trauma Informed Care training(s), suicide prevention training, and mandated reporter training every other year.
  • Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changes in schedule and assignments.
  • Demonstrates initiative in contributing to the development of the department’s programs and services as well as their own professional development.

REQUIREMENTS

  • MSW or equivalent required – have or working toward clinical licensure preferred.
  • Two to three years direct service experience required.
  • Understands best practices and knowledge to assess and implement a variety of appropriate therapeutic interventions.
  • Has the ability to appropriately assess an individual in crisis to determine if a higher level of care is needed – including psychiatric emergencies that may lead to hospitalization.
  • Knowledge of and experience applying for Public Benefits (SNAP, LIHEAP, SSI, etc.) a plus.
  • Proficient user of technology (smart phone/tablet/laptop) and experience using MS Office applications required.
  • EHR/EMR database experience a plus.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Employee must have a car, a safe driving record on file with the Department of Motor Vehicles in the state in which the employee is licensed to drive.  Employee must provide a valid driver’s license and proof of automobile liability insurance.
  • Employee must pass a criminal background check, child abuse check, and FBI fingerprint clearances.
  • Able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends to accommodate the availability of individuals and families (schedule will be adjusted accordingly).
  • Employee must meet the agency’s vaccination policy and procedure upon hire and afterwards.

WAREHOUSE & DELIVERY ASSOCIATE

JFCS is looking for an energetic individual to join us as a warehouse and delivery associate. This position requires someone who can meet the physical requirements of daily movement of supplies and equipment while also being a client facing spokesperson for the programs the position supports.

The Warehouse and Delivery Associate provides program support for JFCS’ Our Closet In Your Neighborhood, and other programs as needed. The associate transports clothing items and supplies needed for programs to operate, sets up and breaks down events, and assists clients at events as needed. This role requires the physical work of lifting, moving, loading, and unloading bags and bins filled with clothing, shoes, and supplies. It also includes the delivery of emergency clothing packages on various routes around the city of Philadelphia and suburbs, as well as picking up and delivering donations. All transportation activities utilize JFCS vehicles.  This role is a crucial part of the team, enabling us to fulfill our mission of providing free quality clothing, food, and services to people in need.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

DONATIONS

  • Picking up clothing donations from various locations around the city and suburbs, loading bagged or boxed donations into van, driving them back to the warehouse, and unloading them in the appropriate place, taking great care with the items.

CLOTHING DISTRIBUTION EVENTS

  • Loading clothing bins, bags, and supplies into van and transporting them to various pop-up shops across the city of Philadelphia, unloading van and helping set up at events, assisting shoppers during events, and loading back up when event is finished; transporting remaining supplies and items back to the warehouse to be unloaded with care.
  • Setting up tables, racks, and other equipment at pop-up shops and breaking down set up once event is over.
  • Assisting clients at events with obtaining items they need.

EMERGENCY PACKAGE DELIVERIES

  • Loading bags from warehouse into van, following assigned route to deliver clothing bags across the city in a safe manner.
  • Making advance confirmation phone calls to clients to ensure they are available at time of delivery and again when arriving.
  • Filling out appropriate communications for the Operations Coordinator informing them of completed or incomplete deliveries.
  • Returning vehicle back to warehouse at end of route.

WAREHOUSE

  • Moving bins around to appropriate shelves in warehouse, including changing around their locations twice a year as the weather changes.
  • Assisting with sorting donations and packing emergency bags as needed.

GENERAL

  • Drive agency vehicle legally and safely following all laws and regulations.
  • Safely handle all materials collected and dropped off to ensure injury-free job performance.
  • Handle all materials properly to ensure integrity of the items throughout the entire transport cycle.
  • Complete all required paperwork and maintain documents as needed.
  • Maintain a clean and mechanically sound vehicle.
  • Maintain records for fuel and maintenance of vehicle as required by Program Director.
  • Report any vehicle issues, hazards, or losses immediately to Program Director.
  • Communicate with JFCS immediately when scheduled service must be disrupted.
  • Follow all safety guidelines of operating a vehicle.
  • Report to work in clean and appropriate attire and in a manner that allows for the professional representation of the agency.

COMPETENCIES

  • Operates from a place of positivity and kindness.
  • Recognizes that those in need deserve to be treated with dignity and respect.
  • Is a team player with a great attitude, a sense of responsibility and accountability, and a commitment to helping Philadelphians in need.
  • Professionally and positively interacts with shoppers, volunteers, donors, colleagues, and other individuals while representing the Agency in a friendly and courteous manner.
  • Is prompt and respects peoples’ time as well as their own.
  • Demonstrate a positive, can-do attitude and provide outstanding customer service.
  • Able to follow direction of Operations Coordinator for daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Able to work independently and be flexible, things may change for each given event and schedule for the day may change on short notice.
  • Demonstrate problem-solving and good judgement.
  • Demonstrate initiative to get the job done or improve service.
  • Ability to establish good working relations with other professionals and community agencies.
  • Must work and manage time efficiently.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be physically able to bend down to safely lift and reach above head to safely lower materials as necessary; this requires the ability to bend at the knees, twist, pull, and push materials from shelving, floors, and vehicles.
  • Able to assemble tables, tents, and racks at pop-up events with assistance from colleagues and volunteers.
  • Must be physically able to lift and load heavy materials (clothing bags and more) into and out of the vehicle; weightlifting requirement is up to 70 pounds for bags/materials unassisted.
  • Must be able to keep up with physical demands of the job.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

  • Must have high school diploma or general education degree (GED).
  • Must have at least 1 year of experience as a delivery driver.
  • Must possess a clean driving record for the past 5 years .
  • Must pass a substance test for drugs and alcohol use at hire and ongoing testing as required.
  • Must meet the agency requirements for child abuse, FBI records, and state criminal clearances; will consider justice system record for non-violent circumstances.
  • Must adhere to Agency policies regarding restricted driving activities (cell phone use, texting, etc.) and procedures related to operating an agency vehicle (gas card, mileage documentation, etc.).
  • Must be able to meet the agency vaccination requirements of the job at hire and ongoing as communicated by policy.

OPEN ARMS OUTREACH & MARKETING COORDINATOR

The Program Outreach and Marketing Coordinator is a self-starter and enthusiastic individual who leads the outreach/marketing initiative of Open Arms Adoption Network’s infant open adoption program. This individual develops and implements marketing/outreach plans, determines and implements strategies and actions to enhance social media presence, and builds relationships and facilitates trainings with health care and social service professionals in service region.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Create and Implement outreach/marketing plan for non-profit open adoption program.
  • Determine and implement strategies to enhance social media presence.
  • Develop and post creative and effective content on various social media platforms.
  • Write articles, blogs, and promotional program material.
  • Enhance content and update website as needed.
  • Collaborate with SEO and SEM consultant.
  • Arrange for and facilitate trainings for small and large groups of healthcare and social service professionals both in person and online.
  • Maintain, create, and develop long term relationships/partnerships with professionals and applicable associations/coalitions.
  • Maintain databases to track and manage outreach progress.
  • Collaborates with JFCS Marketing and Community Engagement teams to integrate Open Arms outreach efforts internally and externally.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as requested.

COMPETENCIES

  • Proven ability to develop and manage social media accounts and to devise content strategy.
  • Ability to work within new technology and take initiative to identify new avenues for growth.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills – must be an able writer and presenter for small and large groups
  • Strong communication skills to work with people at all levels both internally and externally.
  • Strong writing skills to create copy for internet postings.
  • Ability to collaborate with team to set outreach priorities and to oversee their progress on tasks.
  • Proven follow-up and follow-through skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
  • Ability and desire to provide accurate and thorough work product.
  • Ability to build effective working relationships with service providers.
  • Relationship builder who can engage and motivate the people and groups whose attention we seek to grow the program effectively.
  • Ability to work across organizational lines to get things done.
  • Creative thinker, with an ability to use both data and intuition to inform decisions.
  • Organizational skills to manage databases and timelines for different initiatives.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or Public Administration required; Master’s preferred. A degree in Social Work with a macro –focus or other relevant degree may be considered with relevant outreach or marketing experience.
  • Three or more years of experience in a marketing/sales role including social media and print.
  • Strong, proven writing ability to deliver clear and concise marketing and informational messages to a variety of audiences.
  • Proven expertise in developing and implementing social media content on various platforms.
  • Comfort in leading one-on-one or small and large group informational meetings and trainings with service providers in the community.
  • Proficient user of technology (smart phone/tablet/laptop) and experience using MS Office applications is required, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Database, internet, and social media savvy.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • All prospective employees must pass a criminal background check and any security clearances required by the department to which the employee is assigned.
  • Must have valid driver’s license, access to a car, and valid car insurance.
  • Employee must meet and maintain JFCS vaccine policy standards​​​​​​​​​​​​​​.

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Senior Accountant’s primary responsibility is the agency’s grants and program budgeting. The person in this role serves as the primary contact for contract agencies, program staff, and agency-wide for these accounting related functions. This individual is accountable to build and maintain outstanding business relationships with associates at all levels that are measured by open and honest communication; competent guidance and support; timely, thorough, and professional responsiveness; and confidentiality.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Budget & Grant Accounting:

  • Collaborate with program managers to generate budgets for various grant proposals.
  • Responsible for monthly grant tracking and preparation of monthly/quarterly grant analysis and reporting to funding sources, including federal grants, monitoring sessions with funders, reforecast budget analysis, and requests.
  • Manage grant reimbursement invoices and funder financial reports as required.
  • Submit invoices for services rendered monthly, star billing quarterly invoicing.
  • Prepare monthly expenditure analysis including accrual projections to determine where budgets are over and/or under spent.
  • Coordinate quarterly meetings with budget management and CFO to review analysis, program changes impacting the budget, contract issues, etc.
  • Work with grant writers to prepare numbers for budget narrative for submission in our responses to government request for proposals (RFPs) and foundation and corporation grant proposals.
  • Work with program directors to create annual program budgets and work with CFO on annual agency budget roll up.
  • Work with all departments to implement and monitor the annual operating budgets to ensure that expenditures are consistent with approved budgets.

General Accounting:

  • Assist with monthly account reconciliations.
  • Perform necessary accounting adjustments and other journal entries for month-end.
  • Recognize monthly grant revenue and post to respective grants receivables accounts and monthly/quarterly grant adjustments based on invoicing.
  • Work with auditors on Claims Conference engagement.
  • Assist auditors during annual audit with supporting documentation.
  • Work with CFO to prepare monthly financials.
  • Ensure necessary financial information is prepared in accordance with company policy and accounting regulations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

  • Detail oriented and organized in work.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
  • Ability to handle confidential information with a high degree of professionalism.
  • Professional and effective communication skills to be able to understand the audience and tailor the message to suit.
  • Strong problem-solving skills – able to get to the root of an issue and devise a solution.
  • Proficient with complex budget management and calculations.
  • Able to deliver effective results, meet tight deadlines and targets.
  • A “get-it-done” personality who thrives in executing visionary and sometimes untraditional ideas. Detail-oriented and exemplifies a willingness to do any kind of work if it’s required to achieve a goal.
  • Enjoys partnering with other leaders and executives to collaboratively achieve goals.
  • Motivated by a desire to constantly improve, both personally and professionally.
  • Transparent about challenges in addition to progress and success.
  • Proficient use of technology (smart phone/tablet/computer) and experience using MS Office applications.
  • Ability to work with a variety of constituencies, including senior leadership, program managers, Board members, other agencies (auditors).​​​​​​​

REQUIREMENTS

  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, but may also consider a certification and experience with High School or GED.
  • A minimum of 3-5 years of progressively responsible and diversified experience in accounting, budget, financial analysis, monthly close procedures, and financial reports.
  • Experience in non-profit accounting environment a plus.
  • Accounting software knowledge required. Abila MIP Fund Accounting software knowledge a plus.
  • High level knowledge of Office 365 programs, specifically Excel.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Ability to meet background and clearance requirements to work in an environment with interaction with children.
  • Must meet and maintain JFCS vaccination policies.