COMHAR, Inc.
In 1969, a concerned mother, Dorothy Anderson, along with fellow citizens and community leaders, began meeting at Episcopal Hospital in North Philadelphia to develop mental health services for people in the neighborhoods of Kensington, Port Richmond, Fishtown, and Juniata Park. Community leaders, citizens, and family members who participated in these meetings would become the core of an advisory board for a new center with the goal of making the new program a freestanding (rather than hospital-based) center.
In 1974, a new nonprofit corporation was established and named COMHAR, Inc. In January 1975, Episcopal Hospital received a small staffing grant to expand to a full Community MH/MR Center. This grant was then transferred to the new corporation and COMHAR became a free standing center with a community governing board. Some of the members of that first group of concerned and committed citizens and family members continue to be involved today, over 40 years later.
From these early beginnings, COMHAR has grown and formed into a comprehensive human services organization by implementing community centers, community living arrangements, co-occurring behavioral health and addiction programs, services for the Latino community, services supporting individuals with HIV/Aids, and children and family services. Today, our services are offered in the Philadelphia, Montgomery and Northampton County communities, in homes, community centers and schools helping over 11,000 individuals each year. We provide a full array of recovery-oriented and quality-focused services. Our services are diverse, from outpatient treatment, to day support and residential programs, to workshops, in order to bring support to persons where they are and in ways that support their individual recovery.
With over 700 staff members, COMHAR is dedicated to our mission of providing services to support persons in their recovery and empower them on their journey.
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Easton, Pennsylvania
Apply Assistant Program Director Easton, PA Apply Job Type Full-time Description At COMHAR, it's our mission to provide health and human services that empower individuals, families and communities to live healthier, self-determined lives. W...
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Recreation/ Community Integration Coordinator
Easton, Pennsylvania
Apply Recreation/ Community Integration Coordinator Easton, PA Apply Job Type Full-time Description At COMHAR, it's our mission to provide health and human services that empower individuals, families and communities to live healthier, self-...
11h
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Residential Counselor - Full-Time
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Apply Residential Counselor - Full-Time Philadelphia, PA * CRRS Apply Job Type Part-time Description Looking for a career where you can make a meaningful impact every day? If you're passionate about supporting adults in a residential settin...
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Walnutport, Pennsylvania
Apply Food Service Technician Walnutport, PA * LTSR Apply Job Type Full-time Description Looking for a career that makes a meaningful difference? If you are passionate about supporting adults with serious mental illness and ensuring their n...
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Apply Facilities Technician Philadelphia, PA * Facilities Apply Job Type Full-time Description We are seeking a reliable and skilled Facilities Technician to support the maintenance, safety, and overall functionality of our facilities. This...
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Apply Supportive Service Driver Philadelphia, PA * Admin Apply Job Type Contract Description Hourly Rate: $20.00-$23.00/HR (Based on experience) Position Summary The dedicated driver will be utilized to transport agency members to a variety...
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Apply Psychiatrist Philadelphia, PA * Medical Outpatient Apply Job Type Contract Description Make a difference every day as a Psychiatrist at COMHAR! Provide expert psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management to individuals...
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Bilingual Psychiatrist (Spanish Speaking)
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Apply Bilingual Psychiatrist (Spanish Speaking) Philadelphia, PA * Medical Outpatient Apply Job Type Full-time Description Make a difference every day as a Psychiatrist at COMHAR! Provide expert psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and medica...
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Easton, Pennsylvania
Apply Mental Health Technician Easton, PA * LTSR Apply Job Type Full-time Description Looking for a career that truly makes a difference? If you're passionate about supporting adults with serious mental illness, behavioral challenges, and j...
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Certified Peer Specialist Outpatient
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Apply Certified Peer Specialist Outpatient Philadelphia, PA * Outpatient Apply Job Type Part-time Description Certified Peer Specialist - Outpatient Philadelphia, PA | Enhanced Outpatient ProgramAbout COMHAR COMHAR is a nonprofit, community...
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