Employment Opportunities

Position: Substitute Preschool Teacher

Reports to: Preschool Director

Status: Seasonal Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Primary responsibilities: In the absence of a lead or assistant teacher, a Little Wonders substitute teacher assists in creating and maintaining a developmentally appropriate, safe learning environment for children.

1. In the absence of the lead teacher, works in conjunction with the assistant teacher to follow lesson/daily plans, maintaining students’ interest in learning through creative activities and effective teaching techniques.

2. In the absence of the assistant teacher, assists with small group supervision and implements lessons/activities planned/prepared by the lead teacher and/or preschool director.

3. Assists in maintaining the daily schedule, educational programming, and safety standards to ensure continuity and safety for children and their families.

4. Assists the present teacher in guiding children in activities designed to foster their emotional, social, physical, and intellectual growth.

5. Assists the present teacher in setting clear, consistent, fair limits for behavior and models appropriate problem-solving skills while guiding students to resolve conflicts peacefully.

6. Adheres to DHS Standards related to childcare spaces, child safety, and student health when working with children and families.

7. Communicates any concerns related to students, families, or the learning environment to the lead teacher and/or preschool director.

8. Communicates day to day needs/concerns with parents as appropriate.

9. Shares any developmental and other student concerns with the lead teacher and/or preschool director. Reports any staff concerns to preschool director, particularly any concerns that potentially endanger or harm children.

10. Reports to the regular lead or assistant teacher any child injury or illness as needed in accordance with the staff policy and procedures guide.

11. Stays abreast of current child growth and development theories and principles through in-service training, workshops, and reading in the Early Childhood Education field, completing the 12 hours of DHS qualifying professional development per school year.

12. Works as a collaborating team member with other teachers, aides, and all YWCA staff.

13. Attends preschool staff meetings when requested by the preschool director.

14. Keeps all required clearances (FBI, NSOR, Child Abuse, PA State) and trainings (mandated reporter, approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid course, Fire Safety, and any added by DHS for childcare staff) up to date.

15. Adheres to Little Wonders policies and procedures for staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. High School Diploma (Required)

2. Documentation of 2500 qualifying hours of childcare experience and/or 24 or more college credits in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Special Education, or related field with relevant experience - every 12 qualifying credits equals 1250 hours of experience (preferred).

3. All required clearances and trainings according to YWCA Staff handbook and DHS regulations.

4. Commitment to YWCA mission.

Sexual Assault & Anti-Human Trafficking Services

YWCA Carlisle & Cumberland County is seeking 1–5 Overnight On-Call Advocates to provide after-hours crisis response and advocacy to survivors of sexual violence and human trafficking in Cumberland and Adams Counties.

This is a unique part-time position for someone who wants to make a meaningful impact without committing to a traditional weekly work schedule. Overnight On-Call Advocates provide trauma-informed crisis support through our 24-hour hotlines and respond in person when survivors need emergency advocacy at hospitals, law enforcement agencies, Children’s Advocacy Centers, or other emergency response locations.

Applicants may choose to provide coverage in Cumberland County, Adams County, or both counties. We are especially interested in candidates who are able to respond across both service areas, but coverage of both counties is not required.

What You'll Do

Crisis Response & Advocacy

· Provide trauma-informed crisis intervention, emotional support, and advocacy through YWCA’s 24-hour sexual assault and anti-human trafficking hotlines.

· Respond to emergency hospital accompaniments, law enforcement interviews, emergency Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) forensic interviews, and other qualifying crisis-response situations.

· Support survivors in understanding their options while allowing them to make their own decisions about what happens next.

· Provide safety planning, information, resources, and referrals based on each survivor’s needs.

· Work collaboratively with law enforcement, healthcare professionals, CAC staff, and other community partners while maintaining survivor confidentiality and autonomy.

On-Call Responsibilities

· Remain available by phone throughout assigned on-call shifts and respond promptly to crisis calls.

· When an emergency accompaniment is requested, deploy within 15 minutes of notification and arrive at the response location within one (1) hour.

· Ability to remain within a one-hour response distance of all designated hospitals within the applicant’s selected coverage area(s) during assigned on-call shifts, including:

o Cumberland County Hospitals:

§ UPMC Carlisle — 361 Alexander Spring Road, Carlisle, PA 17015

§ UPMC West Shore — 1995 Technology Parkway, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050

§ Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center — 2200 Good Hope Road, Enola, PA 17025

§ Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center — 503 N. 21st Street, Camp Hill, PA 17011

§ WellSpan Carlisle Hospital — 1201 Letort Springs Way, Carlisle, PA 17015

o Adams County Hospitals:

§ WellSpan Gettysburg Hospital — 147 Gettys Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325

· Maintain reliable personal cell phone service and reliable transportation throughout all assigned on-call shifts.

· Communicate with the on-call supervisor regarding emergency accompaniments, urgent follow-up needs, referrals, and case updates.

· Complete required hotline, accompaniment, and client documentation following each response.

Required Training

All new Overnight On-Call Advocates must complete the required 40-hour Sexual Assault Counselor Training within the first three weeks of employment before independently providing on-call crisis response.

The training prepares advocates to respond to survivors using trauma-informed, survivor-centered, and empowerment-based practices and covers crisis intervention, confidentiality, medical and legal advocacy, hotline response, and other essential skills.

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree or current enrollment in Psychology, Public Health, Human Services, Social Work, Criminal Justice, or a related field, OR relevant professional or volunteer experience in a human services or victim-serving setting.

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to respond professionally and compassionately to people experiencing crisis or trauma.

· Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and professional boundaries.

· Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License and reliable transportation.

· Reliable personal cell phone and phone service throughout all assigned on-call shifts.

· Ability to remain within a one-hour response distance of all hospitals and emergency response locations within the selected coverage area(s) while on call.

· Ability to deploy within 15 minutes of receiving an emergency accompaniment request.

· Ability to work independently overnight while maintaining communication with the on-call supervisor.

· Ability to obtain and maintain required Criminal, Child Abuse, FBI, and National Sex Offender Registry clearances.

· Commitment to providing services that facilitate survivor healing and empowerment.

· Commitment to the YWCA mission.

Position Details

Job Type: Part-time, Non-Exempt / On-Call

Schedule:

· Weekday overnight shifts: 4:30 p.m.–8:30 a.m. the following morning (16-hour on-call period)

· Weekend/holiday shifts: 8:30 a.m.–8:30 a.m. the following morning (24-hour on-call period)

· On-call shifts are available for advocates to select based on their availability and are not necessarily assigned on a fixed or recurring schedule.

· Advocates are expected to select and cover a minimum of five (5) on-call shifts per month.

Coverage Area:

· Cumberland County

· Adams County

· Cumberland & Adams Counties

During assigned on-call shifts, advocates must remain within a one-hour response distance of all hospitals and emergency response locations within their selected coverage area(s).

Compensation

On-call stipends are paid per county covered for each scheduled shift, regardless of whether a hotline call or accompaniment occurs:

· Weekday overnight: $40 per county / $80 when covering both counties

· Weekend, holiday, or office closure: $75 per county / $150 when covering both counties

Active Response Rate: $33.11 per hour for hours actively worked.

The active response rate applies to time spent responding to hotline calls, emergency accompaniments, required documentation, and other response-related responsibilities. On-call stipends are guaranteed for holding the scheduled shift and are paid in addition to the active response rate.

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Sexual Assault & Anti-Human Trafficking Services

YWCA Carlisle & Cumberland County is seeking a Direct Services Supervisor (DSS) to provide leadership and oversight for our Sexual Assault & Anti-Human Trafficking (SA-AHT) direct services in Cumberland County.

This is a full-time leadership position for someone who brings both counseling experience and strong supervisory skills and is passionate about ensuring survivors receive trauma-informed, empowerment-based, and culturally responsive services.

The Direct Services Supervisor serves as the on-site supervisor for Cumberland County Direct Services and is part of the agency’s Direct Services Management Team. This position supervises Counselor/Advocates, volunteers, and direct services interns; provides case management supervision; oversees counseling and advocacy assignments; and works closely with the Vice President of Programs to ensure consistent, high-quality services.

The DSS also represents YWCA within the community, strengthening partnerships with hospitals, law enforcement, the District Attorney’s Office, Children’s Advocacy Center, Children & Youth, and other community systems serving survivors.

What You'll Do

Supervision & Team Leadership

· Supervise, mentor, and support direct service staff, volunteers, and interns.

· Provide case management supervision and assign counseling caseloads, hotline coverage, and accompaniments.

· Provide ongoing professional development, coaching, and performance evaluations for direct service staff.

· Assist with training and onboarding new staff, volunteers, and interns.

· Support a collaborative team culture centered on YWCA's mission, racial justice, empowerment, and survivor-centered practice.

Direct Services & Quality Assurance

· Oversee the delivery of Sexual Assault & Anti-Human Trafficking support services throughout Cumberland County.

· Provide direct counseling, crisis intervention, advocacy, and other survivor services as needed.

· Ensure services are trauma-informed, empowerment-based, culturally responsive, and accessible.

· Maintain quality assurance of client records and ETO documentation, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with PCAR, PCCD, VOCA, STOP, and agency requirements.

· Help ensure 24/7 access to crisis response and advocacy services.

Community Partnerships & Systems Coordination

· Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners, including healthcare systems, law enforcement, the District Attorney's Office, Children & Youth, the Children's Advocacy Center, and other victim-serving organizations.

· Represent YWCA on multidisciplinary teams, task forces, grant teams, and community initiatives.

· Collaborate with agency leadership and the Adams County Direct Services Supervisor to promote consistency and shared learning across counties.

· Conduct community outreach and presentations to increase awareness of services and strengthen referral pathways.

Program Leadership

· Work with the Vice President of Programs to implement and strengthen SA-AHT direct services.

· Support strategic planning initiatives related to survivor services.

· Monitor service delivery and program metrics to ensure grant deliverables and partner requirements are met.

· Remain current on emerging practices related to sexual violence, human trafficking, counseling, advocacy, and survivor-centered services.

· Participate in ongoing leadership and professional development.

Qualifications

· Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling required.

· Counseling experience required.

· Previous supervision experience required.

· LSW, LPC, or LCSW welcomed, but licensure is not required.

· Knowledge of trauma-informed and culturally responsive advocacy models.

· Strong communication, organization, leadership, and relationship-building skills.

· Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with community partners.

· Commitment to providing services that facilitate survivor healing and empowerment.

· Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License and reliable transportation for regular travel throughout Cumberland County.

· Ability to obtain and maintain required Criminal, Child Abuse, FBI, and National Sex Offender Registry clearances.

· Basic proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office, or ability to learn agency systems.

· Commitment to the YWCA mission.

· Must complete 40 hours of Sexual Assault Counselor Training during the new-hire probationary period.

Position Details

Job Type: Full-time, Exempt

Schedule:

· Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

· Flexibility for occasional evening and weekend responsibilities

· Participation in the on-call rotation for hotline coverage

Work Location:

· Carlisle, PA

· Travel required throughout Cumberland County

· Some travel may be required throughout Adams County

· Satellite direct services office located in Enola, PA and Adams County

· Remote work may be available as applicable following the probationary period

Benefits

Full-time employees are eligible for:

· Health insurance

· Dental insurance

· Vision insurance

· Disability insurance

· Life insurance

· Retirement plan

· Paid time off

· Parental leave

· Employee Assistance Program

· Employee discount

· Flexible scheduling

Pay: $48,000 - $50,000 per year

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The YWCA Carlisle Cumberland County is looking for a dynamic and engaging staff member with a history and passion for successfully creating & implementing programming for both youth and adults. This position will allow your creativity to shine through as we develop unique and empowering programs to both engage and educate. Position will serve as the lead facilitator of youth empowerment/education programing across Cumberland County as well as coordinating new adult programing for women. This position is responsible for ensuring all programming is created and implemented professionally, responsibly, ethically and equitably.

Job Summary

The Empowerment Programs Manager is responsible for creating programming to engage youth around the YWCA mission pillars. Position should anticipate spending time in school settings, after school programming or community education settings. This position is the lead facilitator for youth empowerment programs and will coordinate and cooperate, as necessary, with the YWCA Prevention Education Coordinator. This is a highly collaborative position and maintains relationships within school districts, other non-profit agencies, and the business community. Program creation will center on advocacy, empowerment, mental health, prevention education, STEAM and health advocacy. This position requires both attention to detail and record keeping as well as a presenting an outgoing and collaborative professional demeanor. This position will actively work to expand empowerment initiatives by developing new robust & diverse agency programming. Responsible for developing evaluation tools, tracking and reporting out for grant tracking.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or related work experience (education, social work, community organizing, health education)

Demonstrated experience in development and implementation of programing for youth and adults – please bring examples of previous programming

Experience in social justice programming and youth empowerment programming

Bi-lingual a plus

Valid PA drivers license as our agency serves the entire county

Ability to provide current, acceptable clearance (criminal, child abuse, FBI, National Sex Offender Registry Verification) in accordance with YWCA policies

Ability to work in Microsoft PC environment and CANVA/Powerpoint

Supports all aspects of the YWCA mission pillars

Pay: $42,000.00 - $46,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance

• Employee assistance program

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Parental leave

• Retirement plan

• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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