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    Community Based Youth Counselor - Boone, United States - Youth Villages

    Youth Villages
    Youth Villages Boone, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Overview



    Company Overview

    Youth Villages has been a national leader in the implementation of research-based treatment philosophies in the field of children's mental and behavioral health. Our commitment to helping troubled children and their families find success spans 30+ years and includes a comprehensive array of programs and services.

    If you are looking for a positive career move where you are meeting the challenges of life and striving to make a positive difference, then Youth Villages is the place for you. We are looking for people with a strong sense of purpose and focus to continually build confidence in yourself and our organization.

    Responsibilities


    Program Overview

    Our Intercept program serves a broad population of youth, including those involved with multiple child-serving systems and those at high risk of removal from their families. The program specializes in diverting youth from out of home placements by helping their families safely maintain youth in their home environment. This position is responsible for providing intensive home-based therapy to families.

    Position Overview

    • Carry small caseload of 4-6 families
    • Hold family sessions with each family 3 times a week scheduled at the convenience of the families
    • 3 supervision meetings a week
    • Web-based documentation (voice recognition technology in most locations)
    • Provide on-call availability to families during the week, one weekend each month
    • Drive up to 60-80 miles to meet with families in the home
    • Counselors provide treatment in individual families' homes in a wide array of settings and communities

    Additional Information

    Schedule is flexible and non-traditional; based around the availability of youth and families served. Applicants must have a valid driver's license, a personal vehicle to use for work purposes and auto insurance. Community Based staff will be reimbursed for applicable mileage

    Qualifications


    Qualifications for Family Intervention Specialists

    It is Youth Villages' policy to hire only counselors that meet the Qualified Professional standard in the state of North Carolina. Please refer to the requirements below to ensure that your education and experience qualify you for the position to which you are applying.

    Master's Degree Applicants:

    Must possess degree at time of applicationDegree must be in a related field of study (refer to list below)Must have one year, pre- OR post-graduation, full-time experience (2,000 hours) with designated population (refer to list below)

    Bachelor's Degree Applicants:

    Must possess degree at time of applicationDegree must be in a related field of study (refer to list below)Must have two years, pre- OR post-graduation, full-time experience (4,000 hours) with designated population (refer to list below)

    Licensed Applicants:

    Must hold one of the following licenses in the state of North Carolina: LCMHCA, LMFTA, LCSWA, LPA, or LCSASA

    Degrees Accepted:Social WorkCounselingPsychologyMarriage and Family TherapyExceptions may be made for other degrees in a behavioral science that includes a minimum of 30 semester hours in human development, human behavior, child development, family intervention technique, diagnostic measures, or therapeutic techniques.

    Experience Accepted:

    Experience must be with at-risk youth, i.e., youth with one or more of the following behaviors: Truancy, Alcohol/Substance Abuse, Homicidal/Suicidal Ideations, Problem Sexual Behavior, Verbal/Physical Aggression, Runaway, Antisocial BehaviorsExperience should include clinical case management or practice of therapeutic interventions

    Other Skills Required:Excellent written, verbal, and oral skillsExceptional time-management skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities simultaneouslyStrong organizational skills and attention to detailExperience doing family therapy or providing MST services is a plus

    Salary

    $50,000 - $58,000 / year based on education and clinical license

    Benefits

    Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision401(k)2 weeks paid vacation12 paid sick days per year11 paid holidays

    Paid Parental LeaveMileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)

    Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision

    Growth & development through continuous training

    Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities

    Youth Villages is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

    Youth Villages is committed to not only advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace but also in our work with children and young adults. We know that children, families and young people of color can face inequity in child welfare and justice systems, and we train our employees to build the skills they need to work with the communities that we serve, as well as, other employees from different cultures and backgrounds. Youth Villages is opposed to racism in any of its forms and is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We believe that respect for each other is crucial in the work that we do each day.



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