What are the responsibilities and job description for the Virtual Group Counselor position at ATTIC CORRECTIONAL SERVICES INC?
Job Details
Description
This is a part-time, virtual, position to provide facilitation of cognitive interventions groups. These groups will use either the Thinking for a Change curriculum or the Domestic Violence Moral Recognition Therapy (DV MRT) program. Collaboration with other staff, supervisors, and agents is vital and communication must be maintained. The person in this position must demonstrate professional conduct and respect for each client, maintaining confidentiality and high ethical standards. This is vital to uphold the pursuit of our mission: To conceive and develop effective interventions, which will enable individuals to avoid unnecessary levels of incarceration, enhance community safety and provide a setting that facilitates treatment and the reduction of recidivism.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Complete and maintain accurate records of client attendance, progress, services provided, and other required information.
- Counsel clients in group sessions, using the approved curriculum.
- Evaluate client participation by monitoring behavior, attitude, and progress.
- Report safety and security concerns to the appropriate party
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of group dynamics, including group facilitation training
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills; detail minded.
- Excellent observational skills and ability to perform job duties with limited supervision
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
- Ability to enforce rules and set discipline in a non-punitive fashion.
- Ability to make good judgments in routine and emergency situations.
REQUIRED LICENSE & TRAINING
- At least 2 years of experience in facilitating cognitive behavioral programming.
- At least 2 years of experience working with correctional clients
- Ability to attend training in the approved curriculum of either 1) Thinking for a Change; or 2) Domestic Violence Moral Reconation Therapy (DV MRT) if applicant does not possess the required training.
Education & Work Experience
- Bachelor's degree preferred in human services, criminal justice, or related field.
- 2 years experience facilitating cognitive based programming.
- 2 years experience working with correctional clients from diverse backgrounds.
- Computer proficient in Microsoft Office, email, and internet.
- Ability to maintain the utmost confidentiality of all agency information.
Salary : $25
