What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counselor of Behavioral Health and Homeless Prevention position at Directions for Living?
Salary: $73,000
We offer:
- Medical (100% employer paid for employees only), Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term and Long-Term Disability.
- 5 days of PTO
- 11 Wellness Days- Including the week of Christmas off!
- 10 Paid Holidays
Do you envision yourself working for a dynamic, mission-driven organization which supports the community while fostering an employee culture of appreciation and fun? If your answer is yes, then an employment opportunity at Directions for Living may be a great fit for you! We offer an excellent salary and benefits package to include employer paid health insurance premiums for all full-time employees, PTO, 19 paid company holidays to include the full week of Christmas off, 403b retirement, EAP, and year-round employee wellness and appreciation initiatives.
POSITION SUMMARY:
This is a professional position providing counseling to Benefit Homeless Individuals under the Behavioral Health and Homeless Prevention program within the Housing First Division. The program provides counseling and case management services to individuals, youth, and families who have experienced homelessness and have a severe and persistent mental health condition or co-occurring disorder. This program is focused on formally homeless individuals, youth, and families who have recently been housed in permanent or permanent supportive housing.
EDUCATION EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS:
- Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work or related field required.
- Knowledge of DSM-IV and ICD-9 diagnostic codes preferred.
- Basic knowledge of psychotropic medications.
- Must have sufficient clinical knowledge to provide clinical intervention with adults and children who manifest a range of psychopathology, utilizing various treatment approaches including individual, family play, and group therapy, individual psychopathology and normal childhood development.
- Must have a willingness to learn approaches with which staff are less familiar as required.
- Must acquire knowledge of community resources.
EOE/ADA/DFW
Smoke Free Campus
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Salary : $73,000
