Philadelphia Department of Human Services

06/10/2026

June is Reunification Month, a time to recognize the importance of keeping families connected and supporting parents and caregivers on their reunification journey.

The Achieving Reunification Center (ARC) is a one-stop support center that helps families with children in out-of-home placement overcome barriers to reunification by providing services that promote child safety, family stability, and long-term self-sufficiency.

Through workshops, support groups, coaching, and one-on-one services, ARC helps parents build the skills and resources needed to achieve their goals and strengthen their families.
Services include:

✔️ Parenting education, skills, and supports
✔️ Financial education supports
✔️ Extended support services
✔️ Housing supports
✔️ Reunification coaching

To learn more or get connected with ARC:
📞 267-514-3500
🌐 arcenter.org

06/04/2026

June is Reunification Month! 💙

Reunification is the process of helping youth reunite with their families and strengthening the support systems that help families remain connected and thrive together.

We believe strong families are the foundation of strong communities. Reunification work is rooted in support, healing, and stability, ensuring children and families have access to the resources and care they need along the way.

We want to recognize and thank the providers, case managers, social workers, family support staff, and community partners who work every day to help strengthen families across Philadelphia and help support reunification efforts.

05/13/2026

We’re hiring Juvenile Detention Counselor Trainees!

If you’re passionate about supporting youth and looking to start a meaningful career with the City of Philadelphia, join us this Friday at the Philadelphia Juvenile Justice Services Center for an in-person hiring event. The PJJSC hiring bus will be on-site to assist interested applicants with the process.

Please bring:
✅ Valid ID
✅ Resume (encouraged, not required)
✅ College transcript (official or unofficial)

🗓 Friday, May 15
⏰ 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
📍 91 N. 48th St.

05/05/2026

We’re hiring Juvenile Detention Counselor Trainees!

Join us for a hiring event THIS SATURDAY at the Philadelphia Juvenile Justice Services Center to apply and interview on-site.

Please bring:
✅ Valid ID
✅ Resume (encouraged, not required)
✅ College transcript (official or unofficial)

If you’re passionate about working with youth and want to start a career with the City, this is for you.

🗓 Saturday, May 9
⏰ 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
📍 91 N. 48th St.

Registration is encouraged, but not required.
🔗 https://ow.ly/EKXh50YVbB3

04/29/2026

04/27/2026

Thank you for joining us at the 4th Annual City of Philadelphia Government Parent and Youth Resource Fair!

It was wonderful connecting with families and community partners who help make Philadelphia stronger by providing valuable resources and services for youth, teens, and families across the city.

A special thank you to The X-Perience Dance Company and West Powelton Steppers & Drum Squad for bringing energy and excitement to the day with their incredible performances. Events like this remind us what is possible when community comes together.

We look forward to seeing you again next year!

04/21/2026

Request for Proposals: JJS Multilevel Placement

The City of Philadelphia Department of Human Services, Division of Juvenile Justice Services (JJS), is seeking qualified applicants to provide innovative programming and placement options for youth.

JJS serves Philadelphia juveniles with histories of delinquency, abuse and neglect, substance use, and truancy. This RFP aims to build a continuum of placement services that offer meaningful alternatives to secure detention at the Philadelphia Juvenile Justice Services Center (PJJSC).

Learn more and apply: ⬇️ https://www.phila.gov/2022-02-17-request-for-proposals-with-the-office-of-children-and-families/