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Battle Creek Bible Church and Uncle Al Ross Join us for Kid’s Kingdom Ages kindergarten to 6th grade. Please have your children join us for singing, Bible stories, snack and activities! BATTLE CREEK BIBLE CHURCH 567 Territorial Rd. West • Battle Creek, MI 49015 • 269-968-9245
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Market U.S.A. t e e r t S n i a M 540 MAIN STREET, BATTLE CREEK, MI FULL SERVICE FOOD STORE • 964-3082
LOTTERY
4 SAFE, EASY EXITS
FULL SERVICE LIQUOR DEPARTMENT Over 500 Varieties of FRESH MEATS Available Over 200 Varieties of FRESH PRODUCE Available
WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES. PRICES GOOD WHILE SUPPLY LASTS ON ALL SALE ITEMS.
We Accept and Welcome:
EBT BRIDGE CARDS • PHONE CARDS $5, $10, $20
ALL PRICES GOOD THROUGH SATURDAY, MAR. 10, 2012 OR WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES.
FAMILY PAKS
GROUND FRESH DA ILY
FAMILY PAKS
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HAMBURGER
STRAWBERRIES
2
ASSORTED
$ 29
2
$ 39
PORK CHOPS (1/4 LOIN)
LB.
BONELESS CHICKEN BREAST
LB.
1 $ 69 3 $ 29 3 $ 99 3 $ 69
(FAMILY PACK) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LB.
CENTER CUT OR
7
NY STRIP STEAKS
GROUND BEEF
(FAMILY PACK) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LB.
BAR S 2.5 LB.
SMOKED SAUSAGE
(3 VARIETIES) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LB.
10 For
DOZEN
OUR FAMILY VEG. SPREAD
OVER 100 NEW DOLLAR PRODUCTS JUST IN!!
10
DOLLARS
BORDEN SHRED MATES
45 OZ.
PRE-PRICED $1.29 6 OZ., 3 VAR.
4
10 For
DOLLARS
10
DOLLARS
IMPERIAL MARGARINE
DEI-FRATELLI SLOPPY JOE SAUCE
QUARTERS
28 OZ.
78
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75 OZ.
DOLLARS
W OW !
KELLOGG’S POP TARTS 12 CT. BOX
2For
4For
5
5
10 For
WATER/OIL 5 OZ. CANS
88
¢
HUNGRY JACK’S CASSEROLE POTATOES
10 For
6.10 OZ. BOX. 4 VAR.
DOLLARS
OUR FAMILY SALTINE CRACKERS 1 LB. BOX
OUR FAMILY SPRING WATER
4For
24 PACK
5
2
$ 99
DOLLARS
CANILLA RICE
1
1
$ 69
27 OZ. PKG.
5
3
PILONCILLO BROWN SUGAR 1 LB.
4For
CHARRAS TOSTADAS
14 OZ., 3 VAR.
1
FRESH LEMONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FRESH GREEN LIMES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EL-MONTEREY 32 OZ. PACK
FRESH ZUCCHINI OR YELLOW SQUASH . . . . . . . RED, RIPE TOMATOES
(ALL VAR.). . . . . . LB.
BONELESS
CATFISH NUGGETS . . . . . . LB.
RED OR GREEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5
CHECK THIS 34 WEEK’S $ 19 $ 49 SHOPPER 2 3 $
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2
$ 49
4 LB. BAGS
4
$ 29
99
SHOP THE LARGEST FRESH CUT MEAT CASE IN TOWN! HOT!
FAMILY PACK, 10# BAGS
WHOLE BONELESS
HAMBURGER
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POUND
CHICKEN FOR OUR PORK LOINS LEG QTRS.
WHOLE BONELESS
HOT!
NY STRIPS
POUND
SHERWOOD SHANK BONE-IN
WHOLE BONELESS
RIB EYES
HALF HAMS
3-DAY SALE EVENT! HOT!
CUT UP FREE!
4
$ 49
2
HOME RUN INN FROZEN PIZZAS RATED #1
6
$ 99
CUT UP FREE!
2For
7
POWER RANGERS MAC & CHEESE 5.5 OZ. BOX
2For
1
DOLLAR
LB.
BAR-S BAR-S JUMBO CORN DOGS HOT DOGS 10# BOX
10# BAG
1499
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$ 29
99¢
LB.
99¢
FRESH PORK NECKBONE
1# PKG.
$
10# BAG
PIG FEET
LB.
1
$ 29 LB.
— SUPER DEALS!!! —
FAYGO
5
2 LITERS
$ 99
HOT!
+ DEP.
LA PREFERIDA PINTO BEANS $ 29 BIG 50 OZ. CANS
TJ FARMS FRIES
ASST. SIZES
DOLLARS
5
$ 99
$ 49
LB.
CHICKEN WINGS
KELLOGG’S KRAVE CEREALS
DRY PINTO BEANS FRIJOLES
LB.
— ALL PORK BOX — 2 LBS. PORK STEAK 1 LB. SAUSAGE 2 LBS. BONELESS SIRLOIN 1 LB. BAR-S HOT DOGS 2 LBS. COUNTRY RIBS 1 LB. BAR-S BOLOGNA 2 LBS. RIB TIPS 2 LBS. PORK NECK BONES 2 LBS. SMOKED HAM SHANK
THREE DAY SALE
24 PACK LOOSE CANS REG. $8.99
B IG FA MI LY SI ZE !
LB.
MEAL PLANNER #3
COKE PRODUCTS
DOLLARS
$ 00
2 $ 99 2 $ 29 2 $ 99 2 $ 09 2
$ 59
MEXICAN HAAS AVOCADOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BURRITOS
LB.
GOLDEN SWEET PINEAPPLE EACH . . . . . . . . . .
RED HOT FRANKS . . . . . . . . LB.
7
LECHE
$ 49
$ 79
1.58 QT.
DUTCH BRAND BULK
$ 95
EL POPOCATEPETL CORN TORTILLAS
5 LB. BAGS
33 OZ.
JARRITOS MEX SODAS
TILAPIA FILLETS. . . . . . . . . . .LB.
5 LB. BAG
$ 99
BE ST PR IC E IN TO W N
GALLONS
10
DOLLARS
EXPANDED MEXICAN DEPARTMENT
1-2-3 VEGETABLE OIL
SEA-BEST 1 LB. BAG
129 $ 99 2 4/$ 2 6/$ 1 3/$ 2 $ 29 1 99¢
$ FRESH SEEDLESS GRAPES RED OR GREEN . . . . . .
LB.
10 LB. BAG
10
LOWFAT OR 1/2% MILK
2
5
For DOLLARS
2.25 OZ.
DOLLARS
STAR KIST CHUNK LIGHT TUNA
BULK BACON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .LB.
1
MARUCHAN INSTANT LUNCH
DOLLARS
16 OZ. CANS
5
FAMILY PACK
GROUND FRESH DAILY
TACO BELL REFRIED BEANS
XTRA SOAP
CHUCK ROAST
$ 00
• BATH TISSUE EACH • JUMBO TOWELS • CORNED BEEF HASH • PIE FILLING • CAKE MIX • COOKIES • YAMS CAN • BEEF STEW • 6 PACK WYLER’S • CAN CHILI • MAC & CHEESE • JAR PASTA • HOT COCOA MIX • CAN VEGETABLES • JELLY-JAM • ASST. SNACKS • DISH SOAPS • BOX POTATOES • FAYGO CAN POP • CRACKERS
3
$ 19
BONELESS
G OT A D O LLA R ?
MEDIUM EGGS
2For
FROM CHUCK, FRESH LEAN
LB.
SUPER DEAL!
2For
LOIN CUT PORK CHOPS LB.
$ 99
BONELESS
DOLLARS
1 LB. PKG.
10 LB. BAGS
4
2For
FRESH RED, RIPE
OUR FAMILY CHICKEN 5 OZ. CANS
DAISY JUMBO TOWELS OR 4 PACK
BATH TISSUE
3 1
$ 99
4For
EL MILARGO TORTILLA CHIPS $ 3-LB. BOX
599
VAN DE KAMP’S 10 CT. WHOLE
FILLETS OR 44 CT.
5
DOLLARS
88
¢
EACH
FISH STICKS $ 99 19 - 24 OZ.
4
FRESH RED POTATOES $ 5-LB. BAG
199
10 For
10
DOLLARS PLUS DEP.
BANQUET DINNERS 7 - 9 OZ. ASST. VAR.
4For
5
DOLLARS
KELLOGG’S FRUIT SNACKS
2For
5
DOLLARS
12 VAR.
CORN HUSKS 1-LB. PKG.
FRESH BABY PEELED CARROTS 1-LB. BAG
4
$ 49 EACH
99¢
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Battle Creek’s Beautiful Apartments & Townhomes
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McClellan Apartments
BEAUTIFUL, HISTORIC
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Marshall’s Finest Offers 1 & 2 Bedrooms
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10 Rambling Rd.
269-979-9500
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1120 Arms St. Marshall,MI 49068
15881 McClellan Dr. Marshall, MI 49068
Call Trish today at
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115 WEST STREET 964-0517
LAKESIDE Apartments & Townhomes
Full Size Washer & Dryer • Walk-In Closets w/Wardrobe Microwave • Dishwasher • Patios & Balconies 24-hour Fitness Center • Lake w/Boat Dock & Fishing Pier
1 Bedroom $499 - 2 Bedrooms $610 Townhome Available $669
Heat, Gas, Hot Water, Bilnds Included 1125 E. Michigan Ave., Suite 1 Battle Creek, MI (269) 962-2438 wwwLakesideAPTS.com
OPEN HOUSE! Mon - Fri 9-6, Saturday 11-2
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Battle Creek’s Beautiful Apartments & Townhomes
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Your Beautiful Home
Move into Beautiful
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Villas of Charlemagne
• Attached Garages • Washer & Dryer • Wooded Setting • Near KCC & BCHS • Pet Friendly • $300 Security Deposit
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(269) 962-1400 Professionally Managed by
www.medallionmgmt.com TTY 1-800-649-3777
Coming Soon... • Stackable Washers & Dryers in select units! • Beautiful Picnic Area with Charcoal Grills!
Great Location A short walk to the... • Bus Line • Groceries • Banks • Restaurants & Bailey Park!
We are located on the “Main Drag”
1 & 2 BR Apt. & Studios
Security deposit starting at $99
Applicants for our award-winning community featuring 2 & 3 BR, 2 BA apartments. Brand - New, luxuriously equipped with washers & dryers, dishwashers, microwaves, storage closets, private entrances, patios with over 1069 sq ft of living space.!
RENT STARTING AT $483 MO
183 West St., Battle Creek, MI 49037 Located one block west of the Battle Creek Health System, on the corner of Emmett & West St., and two blocks north of Central High School.
OFFICE HOURS M-F 9 am 12pm/1pm - 5pm and by appointment Professionally managed by Unified Management Services
*Restrictions Apply
1417 CAPITAL AVE., NE
Mon.-Fri. 9AM - 5PM • Sat. 10AM - 2PM
$99 Deposit • Washer & Dryer included • 24 Hr. Fitness Center • Heated Pool • 2 Playgrounds and much much more!
Call for details
(269) 979-8707 5500 Dahlia Drive Income Restrictions Apply
EMAIL: westbrookplaceapts@yahoo.com • Income restrictions apply
Climax Country Estates
Southwest Michigan’s Newest 55+ Community
Holly Park
Rochester Battle Creek I-94 west to Climax Exit 92; turn left onto Mercury Drive, Mercury changes into “MN”Ave. Left on 42nd Street and left on East “ON” Ave 1/4 mile on right..
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at Climax Country Estates simple - Downsize
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• Family owned and operated • 2 model site homes or custom order your 2 or 3 bedroom home • 32 premium sites available, several floor plans • Attached garage and porch • 6/12 pitch roof, vinyl siding, shingled roof and drywall throughout. • Clubhouse
• RV Storage • Lawn and snow removal services • Conveniently located between Battle Creek & Kalamazoo
269-963-2320
“Brookstone Apartments!”
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IVER OAKS AKS R IVER Only Gated Community in Battle Creek
• 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartment Home • Newly Renovated Apartments • Pet Friendly • Wired Java Cyber Cafe & Wii Bowling • Swimming Pool • Playground
Some restrictions apply
226 Taft Court Battle Creek, MI
269-964-2300
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Georgetown Estates
R A IVER
PARTMENTS
3 BEDROOM
SPECIAL !
$200 Off the Move-In Cost!
•1&2 BR Apt • Lg Floor Plans
• Fireplaces (select units) • XL Balconies • XL Carports • Close to Linear Path
• 1 BR ...$440-$450 • 2 BR...$465-$565 • 3 B R...$585-$595 $15 - $25 Application Fee
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45 Stringham Rd. #2
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• Washer/dryer hook-ups in each apt. • All appliances provided • Balconies • Central air • Blinds throughout
2 Bedrooms $ starting at only
495
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• 1-BR w/hook- ups $450 • Semi - furnished studios $400 • Ample Storage • Single Story • Walking distance from KCC • Pet friendly Call today for more details
572 Limewood Dr. Apartment Community
Call today for your private tour 269 963-2365 907-B Capital Ave. SW * Certain restrictions apply
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269
963-1151
Quality Apartment Homes
(269) 979-5432 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments Private Entrance, Pool and Playground Full-size Washer and Dryer Hook-ups www.tealrunapartmenthomes.com 5235 Horizon Drive (off Glen Cross) – Battle Creek –
Bent Tree Apartments
The
NEW
Arb or Hill! Under New t Managemen
$10 Off Application Fee
with this ad - must present coupon - Expires 3/31/12 • 2 BR Apt starting at $489 • 3 BR Apt starting at $559 • Washer/Dryer in unit
• Patio or Balcony • Central Air • Window Treatments
Call Today For Appointment
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• 1 & 2 Bedrooms • Senior Building • Friendly Atmosphere! • 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Townhomes Working with applicants from 9am-4pm M-F
59 Laura Lane on Hwy 37
269-962-4803
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OFF 25% CARPET CLEANING Call today for a free estimate! Offer expires 3/31/12 r e k Ba Brothers
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Carpet, Oriental Rugs, Upholstery & Air Duct Cleaning Specialists
Battle Creek (269) 965-7239
OPPORTUNITY is knocking
WE CAN HELP KEEP THE DOORS OF OPPORTUNITY WIDE OPEN! Let Us Help You Avoid Foreclosure The economic crisis has left people of all income levels facing the loss of their home. NIBC is a HUD-certified counseling center, helping people avoid foreclosure when at all possible. Counselors diagnose each individual’s situation, guide them through available options, and help them develop a customized plan for keeping them in their home. Part of the mission of NIBC is to help residents make informed choices about where they live and how they manage their money. Successfully managing personal finances is at the root of homeownership.
Now is the time to start living the dream. For foreclosure information, please call Denise McGee at 269.968.1113 ext. 26. All our education and counseling services are FREE to area residents.
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An old fashioned hand water pump is accented by the softly collecting snow.
Springfield turns into a winter wonderland A barbershop sign is masked by the accumulating snow.
This dog was feeling “Territorial” when the ambling photographer appeared on the sidewalk. A Territorial Road resident clears his sidewalk as the flakes keep falling.
Walters heating and plumbing store on 20th Street is masked by the heavy snowfall Friday. A westward view of a Territorial Road neighborhood.
Lakeview High School staff clears the front entrance just in time for the SMAC East swim tourney Friday.
Springfield and other greater Battle Creek areas were blanketed with a fresh coat of snow Thursday night and Friday, creating some picturesque suburban scenes. Here, a man clears his driveway in the area of Territorial and Capital Avenue.
Got a larger lawn? Save even more – ask for a quote!
MARK YOUR CALENDAR! LAST DAY FOR POULTRY ORDERS MARCH 24TH SATURDAY, APRIL 14TH 9 TO 1 • GARDEN SOIL TESTING SATURDAY, APRIL 28TH 9 TO 1 • LAWN SOIL TESTING
If you are looking for a great company to work with, Manpower has long term career opportunities
II Stanley Johnson Controls ALL 3 SHIFTS
• Assembly • Injection Molding One of the best places to work in the Fort!! Long-term opportunity, clean, air conditioned environment with advancement potential. Seeking candidates with minimum of 6 months recent manufacturing experience, felony free, and able to pass pre-employment screening, including a drug screen.
No Appointment Necessary Apply today online at: www.manpowerjobs.com
or go to your local Manpower Office at:
4661 W. Dickman Rd. Battle Creek 269-968-2474
ANCHOR STAFFING 693 Capital Ave. S.W. # 2 Battle Creek, MI 49015 (269) 965-0831
JOB FAIR MARCH 16, 2012 AT KCC FROM 10AM TO 2PM
REQUIREMENTS: Must have high school diploma/G.E.D Ability to pass background and drug testing Ability to work in a fast paced environment Please bring with you two forms of identification ANCHOR STAFFING OFFERS INSURANCE & 401K Anchor StafďŹ ng Referral Bonus, ask for details! E.E.O.C.
WE’VE MOVED To 1001 E. Columbia Ave. Formerly the Independent Bank Building On the corner of Main Street and East Columbia
Try Our New Drive-Thru Window!
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Em p l o y m e n t O p p o r t u n i t i e s SENIOR CLINICIAN
YOUTH SPECIALIST
Starr Commonwealth seeks energetic individual to provide strength-based group treatment for adolescent male population. Responsibilities include conducting group counseling, developing treatment plans, must be able to engage in physical management of students as required, interacting with referring agencies, conducting family meetings, coordinating other client needs, and providing leadership for treatment team. Applicant must possess strong leadership skills, motivation and courage. MSW, Counseling or related degree and 3-5 years experience working with youth preferred. BSW or related degree, progress towards a Master’s program, and three years experience working with at-risk youth required. Health benefits after a 90-day waiting period. The successful applicant must pass drug screen, TB test, criminal history and driving record background checks. Salary range for Master’s degree is $37,284 - $40-940 and $33,576 - $37,232 with Bachelor’s degree including health benefits after 90 days. Starr Commonwealth seeks enthusiastic, energetic individuals to work full-time as part of a treatment team with culturally diverse adjudicated adolescent male population at its Albion, MI campus. Applicants must possess strong value system, courage in the face of resistance and exceptional problem solving skills. Tremendous opportunities for advancement with an international leader in the child and youth care field. Strength-based program addresses problems of troubled youth referred by the court system. Definitely not a desk job! Responsibilities include: working closely with treatment team in constructing and maintaining treatment plans for individual youth and for the group, assist in organizing and supervising work assignments and group activities, and teach basic living skills. Bachelor’s degree preferred in Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Social Work or related fields. High School degree and college credits in related field required. The successful applicant must pass drug screen, TB test, criminal history and driving record background checks. $11.77 an hour with BA/BS degree or $10.90 an hour with High School or GED degree. Health, dental, vision and prescription after 90-day waiting period.
NIGHT STAFF
Entry-level, full-time positions available at a residential treatment program for adjudicated adolescent males. Responsibilities include the supervision, monitoring, and ensuring the safety of youth in residence during the night and early morning hours. High School diploma or GED with a sincere desire to help at-risk youth is required. The successful applicant must pass drug screen, TB test, and criminal history background checks. $9.00 an hour, with health benefits after 90-day waiting period. Health, dental, vision, and prescription after 90 day waiting period.
RESIDENTIAL COTTAGE COORDINATOR
Starr Commonwealth seeks candidates to work as part of a treatment team with culturally diverse adjudicated adolescent male population. Applicants must possess strong value system, courage in the face of resistance and exceptional problem solving skills. Strength-based program addresses problems of troubled youth referred by the court system. Responsibilities include working closely with treatment team in constructing and maintaining treatment plans for individual youth and for the group, coordinating cottage functions / activities, and providing formal/informal training to treatment team. Bachelors degree required in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology and Sociology or related fields. Valid driver license in good standing is essential. Starting hourly wage is $13.74 an hour with excellent benefits package.
FAMILY SERVICE COUNSELOR
Residential treatment program for adjudicated adolescent males located in Albion, MI seeks Family Services Counselor. Essential functions include: Problem identification and counseling of families of children in residential placement, work with referring agencies in service coordination, assist in community reintegration, relapse prevention and residential group treatment responsibilities. Work schedule is Sunday through Thursday. Travel 2-3 days a week required. Masters degree in Social Work or related field preferred. Bachelor’s degree in related field and two years experience working with at-risk youth required. Starting salary is $30,448 w/Bachelor’s degree or $34,048 w/Master’s degree. Must have a good driving record. Excellent health benefits after a ninety-day waiting period.
HOME-BASED COUNSELOR/CASE MGR.
Home-based Counselor position is available with the Starr Commonwealth Mental Health Services Program at our Battle Creek site. The successful candidate will work with the Mental Health team to provide in-home, family-based therapy with the goal of increasing the functioning of the family unit, prevent out-of-home placement and need for crisis intervention. LMSW, LLMSW, LLPC, LLP or LPC in the State of Michigan is required, along with one-year post graduate experience working with children and families. Master’s Degree required.
FOSTER CARE COUNSELOR
Starr Commonwealth is a nationally recognized not-for-profit organization that provides a continuum of programs for at-risk children and families. Our Battle Creek, MI site seeks an energetic, strength-based candidates to work as part of a treatment team with culturally diverse foster care families in creating a therapeutic environment for youths. Responsibilities include recruitment of foster parents, arranging appropriate educational services, provide ongoing foster parent training, and arranging other necessary and/or pertinent services. Minimal Educational background - Bachelor or Masters degree in Social Work or related field and experience working with youth preferred. Health benefits after a 90-day waiting period. The successful applicant must pass drug screen, TB test, criminal history and driving record background checks. Wages: $29,561 - $32,554 Bachelor’s Degree, $33,061 - $36,054 Masters Degree.
YOUTH SPECIALIST FULL-TIME: DAY TREATMENT
Social service agency is seeking candidates to work with at-risk adolescents in the Day Treatment program in Battle Creek. The successful candidate will assist in implementing plans to attain appropriate treatment, educational, career and developmental goals for each youth. Other duties include transporting students and supporting the Day Treatment counselors in daily activities. The applicant must have sincere desire to work with at-risk youth. High School degree or GED required. College Degree in related field preferred. Forty hours per week occurring primarily on second shift and weekends. The successful applicant must pass drug screen, TB test, criminal history and driving record background checks. Salary range: $10.90 - $11.77. Benefits after 90-day waiting period.
CLINICIAN
SUPERVISOR FOSTER CARE
Responsibilities include provide leadership, training and modeling to youth specialists in the areas of program planning and implementation, effective individual and group interventions, and teamwork and coordinating cottage functions/activities. Other essential functions consist of learning to conduct group counseling, develop treatment plans, interacting with referring agencies, conduct family meetings, coordinate other client needs, and providing leadership for treatment team. Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field, two years experience working with at-risk youth, and progress towards Master’s degree in related field required. MSW or Master’s degree in related field preferred. Valid driver’s license and driving record in good standing required. Health benefits after 90-day waiting period. Starr Commonwealth is internationally recognized as a leader in transformational programs for children, families and communities. Our Battle Creek site is seeking a supervisor with a MSW or Masters Degree in Human Services or related field. Foster care experience strongly preferred. Opportunity to work in a dynamic team environment. Successful applicants must be flexible, have leadership skills, possess strong communication and written skills and a desire to work with at-risk children and families. The supervisor will be responsible for the day-to-day supervision of case managers, licensing workers, and the implementation of regulatory and agency policies. Health benefits after 90-day waiting period. The successful applicant must pass drug screen, TB test, criminal history and driving record background checks.
PLEASE SEND APPLICATION, RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO:
STARR COMMONWEALTH HUMAN RESOURCES 13725 STARR COMMONWEALTH RD. ALBION, MI 49224 E-MAIL: jobs@starr.org • WEB-SITE: www.starr.org FAX: 517-630-2332
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