What are the responsibilities and job description for the Masters Level Youth Counselor position at The Henry & Rilla White Foundation?
The Henry & Rilla White Youth Foundation, a non-profit human services organization, is seeking a masters-level counselor to work in the Gainesville, FL area serving DJJ Circuit 8. The Program will include screening, evaluating, treating, and case management of youth referred by the Department of Juvenile Justices.
Applicant will be responsible for setting their own schedule and will have the ability to work virtually on case by case basis. Willingness to work in other areas could increase the positions available working hours.
Counselors will receive comprehensive initial and ongoing training in the Trauma Focus- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), as well as weekly clinical supervision with a licensed supervisor.
Full and Part Time Positions Available
Essential Functions
Provide mental health or substance abuse, therapy services based on the youth's individualized risks, treatment needs, and strengths as identified after the completion of a diagnostic Mental Health and Substance Abuse Evaluation.
Complete a Treatment plan
Complete a Treatment plan review each month.
Complete a Progress Report/monthly summary note Monthly
Attend weekly supervision meetings in person, by phone, or SKYPE with licensed supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS
Qualifications include: Master's Degree from an accredited college or University in counseling, social work, psychology, mental health counseling, marriage and family therapy or related field. Training and experience in Cognitive-Behavioral therapy, structural family therapy, and other behaviorally-based treatments are preferred (but not required).
Salary : $20 - $24
