What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Counselor position at Centre County Youth Service Bureau?
At YSB, we work hard to make kids matter every day! We are a non-profit organization that has prevention programs, family services, and residential homes. We are searching for a full time Family Counselor in our Reunification Program. Some of the position responsibilities include:
Responsibilities:
- Utilize available history, team input and early interaction with family to assess and plan for a course of reunification services.
- Provide intensive in-home services to further the goals of the reunification plan. Services typically include: individual and family sessions, sessions with caregivers and / or extended family, supervising visits, and engaging with families in day-to-day activities to teach and model.
- Increase safety for children through observation and intervention in the home and community, drug testing as indicated, and role modeling.
- Utilize appropriate evidence-based curriculum following extensive training.
- Manage all aspects of assigned cases, including extensive case management through gathering information, phone contacts, follow up, and accompanying and supporting clients in various arenas.
- Develop and maintain ongoing professional relationships within the community related to children, youth, and families including, but not limited to, County CYS and JPO staff, school personnel, treatment providers.
- Testify in court for assigned cases.
- Maintain up-to-date case records, statistics and service plans.
- Seek out and utilize consultation to increase professional skill level and translate that skill into day-to-day family work.
- Participate in all staff meetings and all in-service training sessions or training deemed appropriate and necessary for proper or increased job performance.
Qualifications:
- Position requires Bachelor's Degree in related field. Excellent organizational and time management skills, and the ability to work in a team are critical.
Centre County Youth Service Bureau does not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: Multiple locations
Salary : $15 - $18