Gwen's Girls is a learning organization that promotes staff development based on best practices and the latest research findings. Gwen's Girls is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunity without regard to age, sex, disability, race, color, religious creed, English proficiency, national origin or sexual orientation.
Internships
Gwen's Girls provides meaningful internship opportunities for local college and university students. For more information, email
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Benefit Information
Gwen's Girls has a very attractive benefit program in addition to its competitive salaries. The following benefits are offered: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, paid vacation and holidays, sick pay, 403b retirement savings plan and career advancement opportunities.
Current Employment Opportunities:
- Care Manager, Full-time
Develops individual goal plans in partnership with the girls, her family and other stakeholders; coordinates both internal and external resources; and ensures the provision of quality service delivery.
Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, or related field. Experience working with special needs/at-risk children and families required. Ability to work as a team member. Good written and verbal communications skills necessary, as well as an ability to develop rapport with clients and families and help girls set and achieve goals & establish appropriate boundaries. Must have an understanding of and respect for the cultural diversity of clients, volunteers and staff throughout the provision of services.
Must have a valid driver's license, own an automobile and have automobile insurance in the minimum amount of 300/100. Proof of these requirements must be presented upon hiring.
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- Summer Camp Counselor
Facilitates summer sessions by following established schedule for activities, field trips and groups. Creates and maintains a safe and productive environment for group work. Assists with coordinating, planning and implementing free-time activities based on the 10 Life Domains' Curriculum. Seeks out age-appropriate and relevant activities for our girls in surrounding communities; and makes all necessary arrangements for girls to participate.
Requirements: High School Diploma. Must have a minimum of two years working with special needs/at-risk children and families in groups or similar camp situations. Strong problem solving, interpersonal relationship and communications skills necessary. Must demonstrate an understanding of and respect for the cultural diversity of clients, volunteers and staff throughout the provision of services.
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- Education Liaison
Works directly with girls to deliver academic advocacy and support, career education, and life skills related to their Pathway Plan educational goals through interactive groups, individualized projects, contact with local school districts and partnerships in the community. Conducts academic assessments, provides academic support, and conducts remediation efforts.
Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Education, Social Work, Human Services, or related field required. Experience working with special needs/at-risk children and families preferred. Basic computer skills needed. Good written and verbal communications skills necessary, as well as an ability to develop rapport with clients. Strong organizational, problem solving, interpersonal relationship and communications skills necessary.
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- Vocational Support Specialist
Works directly with girls to deliver academic support, career education, and life skills related to their Pathway Plan goals through interactive groups, individual projects, and partnerships in the community. Recruits job shadowing sites in the community and facilitates both individual and group job shadow experiences.
Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Education, Social Work, Human Services, or related field required. Experience working with special needs/at-risk children and families preferred. Basic computer skills needed. Good written and verbal communications skills necessary, as well as an ability to develop rapport with clients. Strong organizational, problem solving, interpersonal relationship and communications skills necessary.
Must have a valid driver's license, own an automobile and have automobile insurance in the minimum amount of 300/100. Proof of these requirements must be presented upon hiring.
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To apply for one of our open positions, please email cover letter and resume to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or mail to:
Human Resources
Gwen's Girls, Inc.
7230 McPherson Blvd.
Lexington Technology Park
Pittsburgh, PA 15208-3508
All candidates for any of the listed positions require Act 33/34 clearances prior to employment.
