Social Impact

Everything we do is driven by our mission to serve West Virginia children and families. No matter what form our work takes—emergency child shelters, youth mentorship, clothing and food pantries, adoption and foster care, providing resources to grandfamilies—we’re always striving to create better and brighter futures for kids.

Teamwork

We take pride in our culture of collaboration and comradery and believe strongly that only through teamwork is real change possible. Because of our dynamic team, we’re able to serve over 15,000 children, youth, and families annually.

Community

Most positions with us are not behind a desk, but entail interacting directly with the children, youth, and families we serve. With locations all across the state, our programs and services are not only accessible to but also shaped by the communities of which they’re a part.

Creativity

No two days are the exact same with us. We encourage creativity, thinking outside of the box, and approaching challenges in new ways.

Lifelong Learning

If we aren’t seeking to become the best version of ourselves, it’s very difficult to help others do so. This in mind, we prioritize providing our team members with opportunities for continued growth.

PTO – Paid Time Off:

The Society provides full-time and part-time employees with Paid Time Off (PTO) for such activities as vacations, holidays, personal business, family concerns, bereavement, or illness. Variable employees are not eligible for PTO.

Extended Sick Leave:

PTO must be used during the first five (5) scheduled working days of a non-work-related injury or illness. If an employee does not have five days of PTO, then unpaid days must be taken to fulfill the 5 day requirement. Extended Sick Leave, with pay, may be granted by the Chief Executive Officer for an illness or injury that results in an employee not being able to return to work after the five (5) day qualifying period.

FMLA – Family and Medical Leave:

The Chief Executive Officer will grant to qualified employees family and medical leave without pay for up to 12 weeks within a 12 month period. Reasons for family and medical leave include: an employee’s extended illness; the need to care for a child, spouse or parent with a serious health condition; the birth or adoption of a child; and placement of a child with the employee for foster care.

Retirement Plans:

The Children’s Home Society of West Virginia Inc. Profit Sharing Plan (Retirement Plan) is open to all employees upon completion of the following requirements: the employee (1) is actively employed, (2) has completed one year of service and has worked at least 1,000 hours as defined in the Summary Plan Description, and (3) is at least 21 years of age. Costs of this plan are paid by the Society.

The Children’s Home Society of West Virginia Inc. offers a Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plan (TSA) to its employees. All full-time and variable employees are eligible to enter the plan once they have been on the payroll for at least 30 days. Contributions are made by the employee only. The employer does not contribute to this plan.

Tuition Assistance:

The Society recognizes that the employment of caring, well trained, qualified and highly motivated employees is the most important part of continuing to ensure the high quality of care our clients receive, and in the manner the Society is committed to the continued professional development of its employees.

Health Care Coverage: We provide health, dental, vision, and hearing insurance.

Family and Medical Leave: Employees who have worked for the agency for at least 12 months, and have at least 1250 hours of service, are eligible to take 12 weeks of unpaid leave within a 12 month period.

Reasons for family and medical leave include: an employee’s extended illness; the need to care for a child, spouse or parent with a serious health condition; the birth or adoption of a child; and placement of a child with the employee for foster care.

Employees may also use earned Paid Time Off and Extended Sick Leave in order to receive compensation during their leave.

Grief Counseling: We know life’s outcomes can be unpredictable. That’s why grief counseling services are offered to full time employees to help provide comfort, encouragement and hope for you and your loved ones in your time of need – at no cost to you. Grief comes in many forms and whether it’s help coping with a loss of major life changes, you can turn to professional counselors and support services through LifeWorks US Inc., to support you and your family moving forward.

24/7 access to confidential help with personal and work-related issues.

• Offers short-term, confidential support from EAP professionals who can help members work through a wide range of issues to feel more balanced and productive:​

• Stress, depression, anxiety​

• Marital/family/parenting issues​

• Work conflicts​

• Anger, grief and loss, substance abuse​

• Provides referrals for more long-term support​

• Administered by Health Advocate at no cost to employees​

Helps the whole family:​

• Employees (FT, PT, Relief)​

• Spouses/Partners​

• Dependents​

• Parents​

• Parents-in-law​

Work/Life Specialists find local services and resources to help with:​

• Balancing work and family​

• Eldercare and Childcare​

• Occupational stress​

• Time management​

• Relocation support​

• Financial and legal issues ​

Many more benefits are offered through our employee assistance program.