What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counselor - OMNI Youth Services position at OMNI Youth Services?
OMNI Youth Services, the premier counseling program in the northern Chicago suburbs, is preparing for an expansion of services and we would you to be a part of our team!
OMNI offers support to all staff with improving their skills and all staff members are trained in evidenced-based models in the areas of trauma, depression, anxiety, and substance abuse. As a member of the team, you will continue to expand your skills in the areas of group facilitation, family therapy, case conceptualization, and case management. You will receive regular support and teaching from experts in the field while collaborating with fun and energetic colleagues.
The position requires someone who is passionate about working with children and adolescents or substance use/abuse populations. Clients present a range of symptoms from low to high risk. Candidates must possess the willingness and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- To provide individual, group, and family counseling and other supportive services to assigned clients.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Provide individual, group, and family counseling using a trauma-informed and evidenced-based approach.
- Perform comprehensive intake, assessment, treatment planning, and diagnosis.
- Meet and maintain agency’s standard direct service hours and quality of service.
- Maintain client files with clear and concise documentation of treatment efforts and in accordance with OMNI policies and contractual agreements using a trauma-informed approach.
- Prepare required reports, case notes, entry into appropriate billing database, and other documentation on a timely basis.
- Participate in program planning and development.
- Participate in individual and group supervision, including collaboration on case planning among all involved clinical staff.
- Maintain regular communication with collateral contacts such as police department, schools, other private or public agencies, and referral sources.
- Provide 24-hour crisis intervention services as needed. Respond to requests for emergency assistance from local police department, clients, and residents of the service area in-person or through telephone contact.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
- Flexibility and willingness to work evening and/or weekend hours if needed to carry out all job responsibilities.
- Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to clients’ and coworkers’ cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.
- High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
- Work effectively with diverse workforce and client groups.
- Keen attention to detail and ability to multitask.
- Excellent communication, writing, and organizational skills.
- Ability to exercise independent judgment and use of discretion in performance of duties operating within the limits of the agency’s standard practice.
- Ability to use Microsoft Word and Outlook.
- Ability to become licensed as LSW, LCSW, LPC, LCPC or certified in any category offered by IAODAPCA (CADC preferred) within two year of date of employment.
- Valid Drivers’ License and proof of insurance.
Education Requirements:
- Master’s degree in human services field, preferably social work or counseling which includes clinical training in individual, family, and group modalities focusing on family systems and adolescent development.
Benefits:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Flexible Schedule
- Employer Paid Benefits (Life, STD, LTD)
- Hybrid work schedule
- Paid Time Off, Vacation, and Sick Time
- 13 Paid Holidays
Salary: $60,000
OMNI Youth Services is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ qualified individuals based on individual merit. OMNI Youth Services is committed to a fair and equitable workplace where everyone is a respected and valued member of the team. It does not discriminate against any individual with respect to the terms and conditions of employment based on that individual’s race, sex, age, religion, color, national origin, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other non-merit factor protected under state, local or federal laws. Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all personnel actions such as recruiting, hiring, compensation, benefits, promotions, training, transfer, termination, and opportunities for training.
Salary : $60,000
