What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counselor position at Home of the Sparrow, Inc.?
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Counselor
Worksite Base: Headquarters and Shelter
Status: Contractual, 20-25 hours per week
General Purpose: To provide mental health counseling and supportive services to clients in the Home of the Sparrow shelter, and housing programs.
About Us: At Home of the Sparrow, we are dedicated to empowering homeless women and children by providing shelter, resources, and hope for a brighter future. Our mission is to break the cycle of homelessness by offering not only a safe place to stay, but also support services such as counseling, job training, and life skills development. Through our holistic approach, we aim to restore dignity and help families regain their independence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide counseling services to individuals, children, and families.
- Participate in case consultations and assist in coordinating care services.
- Participate and assist with counseling support and education to staff regarding client needs.
- Conduct mental health assessments and treatment plans for adults & children.
- Document all interactions.
- Meet with Director of Program Services for clinical supervision at least monthly.
- Attend and fully participate in all staff and client team meetings.
- Attend and fully participate in all scheduled trainings required by agency.
- Uphold Home of the Sparrow rules, as defined in HOS’s Code of Conduct document and NASW Code of Ethics.
- Follow emergency procedures as needed.
- Relate positively to the community, representing HOS in a positive manner at all times.
- May be required to work the occasional evening or weekend to meet the needs of the client.
- Complete all required data reporting, file audits and tracking of client outcomes as required.
- Enter client services into MHB billing system and achieve set billing targets.
Knowledge & Skills:
- Strong counseling clinical experience working with trauma and domestic violence clients, homelessness.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong background in mental health programs and high-barrier populations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Social Work, Counseling or related field is required.
- Preferred knowledge/ experience with any of the following: domestic violence, substance abuse, trauma, complex mental health, or homelessness.
Physical Demands:
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
- Balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling and reaching are required.
- Sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $29.00 - $32.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Choose your own hours
Work Location: In person
Salary : $29 - $32
