Virginia Home for Boys and Girls is currently accepting resumes for the following positions:

Math Teacher Part or Full-time

The John G. Wood School, an alternative school serving adolescents, is seeking a Mathematics Instructor. Responsibilities include developing, administering, and implementing projects, activities, and services that impact the Math/Algebra achievement of students.  

Successful candidate will teach an interactive, tech-integrated remedial math and literacy course to a small group of middle and high school students in grades 6 through 11. Must be licensed or be eligible for licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Manager of Academic Affairs and Counseling

  
Responsibilities consist of implementing various program initiatives, providing case management, individual student counseling and guidance services for our school program (Max: 30 students).  Applicants must have experience conducting educational evaluations, effective verbal, written and organizational skills, and the ability to maintain focus on given tasks in the midst of numerous demands. 

Minimum requirements include: Bachelor’s Degree in an Education or Counseling Field from an accredited school; and at least two years experience working with at-risk students. Salary range: $32,000 – $40,000.

Foster Care Manager

VHBG is seeking a full-time Foster Care Program Manager. Responsibilities consist of all aspects of the Therapeutic Foster Care program; including program development, budgeting, quality assurance, networking, collaborations and staff supervision.

Minimum requirements include:  a Doctor’s or Master’s degree in social work with a strong preference for an LCSW, three years casework experience with children and families, at least one year as an administrator or supervisor of casework services, and a valid driver’s license with driving record in good standing.

Teaching-Parents

Our campus has opportunities for married couples to become professional Teaching- Parents and live and work in a home with up to 8 adolescents ages 11-17. VHBG is a certified sponsor sitefor the international Teaching-Family Model. Training is provided in this model of care and Teaching-Parents have opportunities, as they develop their skills, to become certified in the model. Responsibilities include: interacting with and consulting with various adults/professionals to help residents develop successful life skills, managing a house budget, providing a family-style atmosphere and advocating for all adolescents in your care. Relevant education in the human services field and/or experience with adolescents is preferred, but not required. The strong desire to create a lifestyle centered on working directly with adolescents in a supportive, nurturing home environment is a must. Competitive salary includes free room and board and is complemented by an excellent benefits plan.

Alternate Teaching-Parent

Work in a Teaching-Family home with up to 8 adolescents between the ages of 11-17 years (not co-ed). Teaching-Parents are allowed 4-8 24 hr overnight periods per month off in which theymay leave campus. ATP’s provide coverage during these periods.
The ATP helps the TP in every day tasks including but not limited to; teaching adolescents basic fundamentals using the Teaching-Family model (www.teaching-family.org), administering medication, attending family meetings, sporting events, entertainment.Training is provided in passive restraint methods, CPR, first aid, administering medication and the Teaching-Family model.Some disorders affecting adolescents at VHBG are ADHD, bipolar disorder, reactive detachment, sexually reactive disorder.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Degree in Social Services is preferred but not required
• Minimum age of 21.
• Experience working with adolescents and/or equivalent experience.

All successful applicants will have a valid Virginia Driver's license with a satisfactory driving record. Criminal background checks, CPS registry checks and drug testing are required. Virginia Home for Boys and Girls offers an excellent compensation and benefit package that includes health, dental, vacation & personal leave, and retirement plan w/company match. EOE  Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter indicating the position they are applying for to: Virginia Home for Boys and Girls c/o Human Resources Manager 8716 W. Broad Street Richmond, VA 23294. Email:Human Resources  Fax: (804) 270-0479