Careers

• Cultivate a nurturing environment through the use of the Sanctuary Model that supports client and staff development on every level spiritually, socially, educationally, and emotionally.
• Be aware of and willing to work with youth and families of all ages, races, nationalities, sexual orientations, gender identities, disabilities, and backgrounds and to foster diversity and inclusion in the workplace and designated program area.
• Use the Sanctuary Model and its toolkit to continue to provide guidance towards the responsiveness and respect of diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion across all programs and settings.
• Be committed to using Sanctuary principles when interacting and communicating with others, in team building, giving and receiving feedback, showing initiative, working independently, and in using good judgment, problem solving and decision making.
• Embrace technology by being willing and able to check and respond to emails/messages, prepare documentation and attend meetings via video conferencing.
• Promote a safe, secure environment in all areas of responsibility.
• Comply with all standards of accreditation and licensing agencies and adhere to all organizational policies, procedures and program guidelines.
• Use Crossnore Communities for Children resources efficiently and conservatively, including time, facilities, vehicles, equipment, supplies and funds.
• Assume responsibility for personal and professional development through appropriate use of regular supervision (individual or group), participating in meetings, maintaining continuing education requirements, licensure and certifications and attendance at classes, workshops, etc. to improve professional skills.
• Maintain professional conduct and image to actively promote the mission, value and purpose of Crossnore Communities for Children.
• Ensure the provision of quality services through participation in Crossnore Communities for Children Performance Quality Improvement (PQI).

Crossnore Communities for Children offers a limited number of unpaid clinical and administrative internships across the agency and in all our locations, based on the current availability of intern supervisors. Internship placements are typically limited to normal business hours, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Click HERE to see available opportunities and to apply online.

Clinical Internships are available for students pursuing degrees in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Counseling, Psychology, and related fields.

• Must be enrolled in a related post-secondary education program.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Priority is given to Master’s Level students pursuing degrees in Counseling, Social Work, and Marriage and Family Counseling. Bachelor’s Level students may also be considered based on availability.
• Clinical placements are typically limited to no more than 30 placement hours per week.
• Clinical Interns may obtain experience in a variety of settings, including: Outpatient clinics, Case Management, Youth Transitioning to Adulthood, Foster Care and Adoptions, and Group Foster Care.
• Typical intern learning opportunities vary based on degree. Interns may gain experience providing or observing individual, family, and group counseling, complete assessments and intakes, develop individual service plans, document services, complete and score standardized assessments (such as the SDQ), make referrals, and case consultation.

Administrative Interns are available for students pursuing degrees in non-clinical fields, but for whom an internship is required for their program.

• Must be enrolled in a related post-secondary education program.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Programs and departments post their internship opportunities at the following times:

• January – Summer interns
• February – Fall interns
• August – Spring interns

Intern candidates are encouraged to check back at these times. All intern candidates must apply, like employees, and complete all related HR paperwork/processes.

• Helping children build healthy lives and overcome trauma
• Competitive salaries and benefits
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term and long-term disability insurances.
• 401(k) with a company match and profit-sharing contributions
• Generous PTO policy
• Continuing education assistance
• Ongoing job-specific training

If you feel drawn to helping others and being a dependable role model for children, connect with us and learn how you can contribute to our organization.

Crossnore Communities for Children is an equal employment opportunity employer, and is committed to the principles of inclusion, diversity, equity, and being an anti-racist organization. CCC prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

It is important to us to build and retain a strong workforce that is inclusive, and diverse and one which can identify with and reflect the communities, children and families that we serve.  Together we can create a sanctuary for our clients and our staff that includes, celebrates, and affirms all racial, cultural, and physical identities.

There are many opportunities at Crossnore to learn, grow, and serve. Listed below are our current opportunities:

CORE TEAM

The Core Team is charged with the effective implementation of the Sanctuary model throughout the organization. The Core Team meets as a whole every other month and the subcommittees meet in-between the larger team meetings. Any employee may serve on the Core Team, and each person on the team is asked to serve on one of the following subcommittees: Compliance/Quality Improvement: Oversees implementation of Sanctuary Logistics: Plans Core team meetings and functions Training: works with Training department to plan Sanctuary training Staff Care: encourages staff in self care and provides activities throughout the year Safety Team: oversees physical safety concerns in all locations Evolve: works to educate staff on diversity, equity, and inclusion IDEA Steering Committee: works to ensure Crossnore policies, practices, advocacy, and communications are inclusive, diverse, equitable, and anti-racist.

• Compliance/Quality Improvement: Oversees implementation of Sanctuary
• Logistics: Plans Core team meetings and functions
• Training: works with Training department to plan Sanctuary training
• Staff Care: encourages staff in self care and provides activities throughout the year
• Safety Team: oversees physical safety concerns in all locations
• Evolve: works to educate staff on diversity, equity, and inclusion
• IDEA Steering Committee: works to ensure Crossnore policies, practices, advocacy, and communications are inclusive, diverse, equitable, and anti-racist.

EMPLOYEE RESOURCE GROUPS

These groups are held periodically throughout the year and may include book discussions or training on specific topics. The groups may include employees from all levels of the organization and across all locations.

EQUITY IMPACT CIRCLES

These small groups are offered periodically throughout the year and meet for 5-6 weeks at a time. The purpose is to increase understanding of equity in our communities. The groups use TEDTalks and other content as a place to begin discussion. Participants learn to listen to other perspectives, ask questions, and articulate their own ideas.

SAFE ZONE TRAINING

Safe Zone trainings are offered periodically to help staff learn about LGBTQ+ identities, gender and sexuality, and examine prejudice, assumptions, and privilege.

DEVELOPING LEADERS

Delivered in a 9–12 month cohort, Developing Leaders trains current staff, regardless of their role, to be a leader at Crossnore.