We’re Better Together
The Children’s Home of Reading (CHOR) is a multi-faceted social service nonprofit offering specialized
residential, educational, and community-based programs to help at-risk children and their families.
Upcoming Events…
Double the Opportunity: CHOR Hosts Casting Calls in Reading and Doylestown Next Week
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
READING, PA— Lights, camera, action! CHOR Youth and Family Services rolls out the red carpet for a one-of-a-kind casting call bringing the excitement to Doylestown on March 13th, from 11 AM to 3 PM! This isn’t your average job fair—it’s a chance for local talent to shine and land their next big role!
Jill Troutman, Senior Director of Advancement at CHOR, is buzzing with excitement: “We know there are stars right here in DOylestown just waiting to be discovered. These events are their moment to step into the spotlight and showcase their skills! On March 11th in Reading and March 13th in Doylestown, they’ll meet face-to-face with our directors and take their shot at an amazing opportunity.”
Aspiring candidates are encouraged to bring their A-game—and their resume and valid PA Driver’s License—to audition for a variety of open roles. From therapists to Youth Counselors CHOR YFS is looking to fill over 20 positions with top-tier talent.
But wait, it gets better! 🎉 Troutman adds, “Our directors from all 35 programs and services will be there, ready to meet, audition, and answer questions. And here’s the kicker: for some roles, we’ll be making offers on the spot and starting the hiring paperwork right then and there. Talk about taking the pressure off!”
Event Details:
Doylestown Casting Call: March 13th, 11 AM–3 PM, 3900 Mechanicsville Road, Suite 110, Doylestown, PA, Follow the event signs.
Want a sneak peek at the opportunities? Check out buildingkidslives.org/careers or follow CHOR on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Indeed (search: Children’s Home of Reading).
Doylestown, are you ready to step into the spotlight? 🌟 Don’t miss your chance to join a team that’s building brighter futures—one role at a time.
Questions may directed to AAmbriz@choreading.org.
Change a Life, Become a Foster Parent - CHOR YFS Information Sessions-
SHARE WITH ALL YOUR FRIENDS! Foster Care will be at our Career Event on March 11th, why not stop by?
Learn how to provide love, stability, and support to needy children. We'll cover everything from the fostering process to the incredible impact you can make in a child's life. Whether you're ready to take the first step or just exploring, a session is your chance to ask questions and discover how fostering could change your life, too! Click or call 610-655-5555 and talk with Jen or email jhorrocks@choreading.org to discuss your options.
In the NEWS…
December 20, 2024, Channel 69 - Generosity of the Community
December 6, 2024, Berks Weekly - Children’s Home of Reading: Jill Troutman on 140 years of hope and healing
October 18, 2024, Berks Weekly - Annual Toy Run to benefit the Children’s Home of Reading this Sunday
October 1, 2024, BCTV - Afterschool Program Helping Kids Build Positive Relationships
September 24-27, 2024 - RCPA Conference Booth #52 “Get the Scoop”
September 17, BCTV - National Kinship Month
September 13, 2024, Berks Weekly - Children’s Home of Reading & CHOR Youth & Family Services Celebrates 140 years of Service to the Community
Programs and Services
The Children’s Home of Reading offers over 35 different programs & services that meet the unique needs of over 3,500 children & families in crisis every year.
Specialized Education Services
Three licensed school programs with state-certified teachers to help children and youth who have special education needs to achieve their academic goals.
Residential Treatment Programs
Trauma-focused cognitive and behavioral therapy services to help children and youth with mental health disorders like ADHD, post trauma disorders, etc.
Acute Partial Hospitalization
Stabilization and treatment services to help children ages 5-18 with mental health disorders and emotional disturbances.
Get Involved
We rely on your timely support to continue to provide critical program services to help the most vulnerable children and youth.
“It’s difficult to answer why we give back to CHOR because it’s similar to the question- Why you love your brother or sister?
We give back because we work well together, we are there for each other, and we care for each other. Giving to CHOR is a natural thing for us.”
MG Architects’ Principal Architects -Robert Conklin (on left) and Scott Graham( on right).
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Our Mission, "Caring for the needs of Children and Families in crisis and preparing them for success in life, thereby strengthening the Quality of Life in the Communities we serve.”