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• Child Forensic Interviewer / Family Support Worker in Big Stone Gap, Virginia.
  

• PERSONAL CARE AIDS (PCA) and CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANTS (CNA) in Big Stone Gap, Virginia.
  

• Marketing Coordinator
  Office located 1501 3rd Ave E, Big Stone Gap, Virginia 24219.

• Case Manager, Children's Advocacy
  Office located 1501 3rd Ave E, Big Stone Gap, Virginia 24219.

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  Various locations in Lee, Wise, and Scott Counties and the City of Norton.

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  Various locations in Lee, Wise, and Scott Counties and the City of Norton.

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  Various locations in Lee, Wise, and Scott Counties and the City of Norton.
  
  

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Location:  Child Forensic Interviewer / Family Support Worker, Children's Advocacy, Big Stone Gap, VA

Mountain Empire Older Citizens, Inc. has an opening in their Children’s Services department. The position is full time with benefits and is a combined position: part-time Child Forensic Interviewer with the Southwest Virginia Children’s Advocacy Center and Family Support Worker with Healthy Families for Southwest Virginia. The Child Forensic Interviewer conducts neutral, fact finding interviews of children at the center regarding allegations of child abuse/neglect and coordinates services with multidisciplinary team members. The Family Support Worker initiates and maintains regular and long-term contact/support with families in their homes. Activities are family-centered and strength-based, assisting in strengthening the parent-child relationship. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required. Maturity, experience and knowledge of child abuse, victimization, child development, criminal justice, judicial systems and conducting interviews. Strong interpersonal skills with ability to relate to people with respect for their individuality. Maturity and experience in successfully working with children 0-5 years and their families. Must have knowledge of normal child growth/development and parent-child relationships. Must possess basic computer skills, an understanding of cultural diversity and be non-judgmental. Self-motivated and task oriented. Experience in working with community agencies, including making referrals. Good writing and organizational skills. Must have valid VA driver’s license and dependable transportation. Must complete online application and upload resume at www.meoc.org. (On right hand menu, click “Employment Services”.) Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Mountain Empire Older Citizens, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. EEO-VET-AA-Older Workers.

MEOC is a Drug Free Workplace and ongoing compliance with the Drug and Alcohol Testing Program is mandatory. All employees are subject to Pre-Employment and Reasonable Suspicion testing. Some departments also require Random and Post Accident testing. MEOC has a zero tolerance Drug and Alcohol Policy.

Location:  Case Manager, Children's Advocacy, Big Stone Gap, VA

The Southwest Virginia Children’s Advocacy Center Case Manager is a full-time, salaried position within Mountain Empire Older Citizens Children’s Services Department. The Case Manager will provide supportive and trauma-focused treatment services to victims/survivors of child abuse. Must possess a master’s degree in social work, psychology or related field, be licensure eligible and have experience working with children of all ages and abilities. Must have the ability to professionally communicate with children, parents, families and community agencies. Requires strong interpersonal and organizational skills; experience working with families; knowledge of basic crisis intervention; knowledge of the dynamics of abuse and an understanding of diversity. Must possess basic computer skills and an ability to travel within service areas. Must be flexible, non-judgmental and successfully complete state and federal background checks. No "barrier crime" convictions (See § 32.1-126.01 and §32.1-162.9:1 and §63.2‐1719 of the Code of Virginia for a complete list). MEOC is an equal opportunity employer, and gives preference to older workers. EEO/VET/AA/Older Worker Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

MEOC is a Drug Free Workplace and ongoing compliance with the Drug and Alcohol Testing Program is mandatory. All employees are subject to Pre-Employment and Reasonable Suspicion testing. Some departments also require Random and Post Accident testing. MEOC has a zero tolerance Drug and Alcohol Policy.

Location:  Marketing Coordinator, Big Stone Gap, VA

MEOC is seeking a highly motivated individual for the position of Marketing Coordinator. The Marketing Coordinator will direct and/or support all marketing activities of MEOC. Responsible for strategic and creative development and implementation of all communications activities of MEOC, including advertising, media relations, press releases, informational presentations, e-marketing communications, agency website, social media and special events. Bachelor’s Degree in marketing, communications or equivalent experience. Must have excellent communication skills with attention to detail and ability to interact in a professional and confidential manner while working as a member of a team of dedicated professionals. Successful applicant must have a valid driver’s license. Very rewarding and personally fulfilling position. Salaried position with excellent benefits. Salary negotiable. Position open till filled. Must complete online application and upload resume at www.meoc.org. (on right hand menu, click under “Employment” on https://meoc.ninjagig.com). Mountain Empire Older Citizens, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. EEO-VET-AA-Older Workers. No "barrier crime" convictions (See § 32.1-126.01 and §32.1-162.9:1 and §63.2‐1719 of the Code of Virginia for a complete list)..


MEOC is a Drug Free Workplace and ongoing compliance with the Drug and Alcohol Testing Program is mandatory. All employees are subject to Pre-Employment and Reasonable Suspicion testing. Some departments also require Random and Post Accident testing. MEOC has a zero tolerance Drug and Alcohol Policy.

Location:  PACE ADHC, Big Stone Gap, VA

Mountain Empire Older Citizens Program for All Inclusive Care of the Elderly (PACE) is accepting applications for Personal Care Aides (PCA) and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) to provide personal care services in the MEOC PACE Adult Day Health Center (ADHC) in Big Stone Gap, VA.

We are seeking PCAs and CNAs who are willing to work in an Adult Day Health Care setting and have at least one year experience in caring for the frail elderly.

These are hourly positions with the starting wage at $8.25 per hour.