Counselor

Counselor/Case Manager - In-Home Support and Reunification Services (ISRS)

Worksite Location: The Dalles and Hood River (Client’s homes, schools, and communities)

Work Schedule: Full-Time; 40 hours per week; Flexible (based on the needs of clients served)

Salary Range: $54,312 - $57,699 per year

Reports to: Clinical Program Manager

Why work at The Next Door?

Because you share our vision of a supportive community where all children and families are safe, healthy, and valued. Every day, we work towards making this vision a reality, by having integrity, and by living our core values of being welcoming, just, empathetic, empowering, and flexible. If you like to work in an environment where you’ll be learning right alongside our program participants—The Next Door is the place for you!

Who we are looking for?

We are looking for someone who is reflective, respectful, intuitive, honest, and self-motivated. We’re looking for someone who is able to connect and build trust quickly with a variety of people. We’re also looking for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, knows how to prioritize tasks, and can work independently as well as part of a team.

What you will do…

• Perform Core Team Member roles and responsibilities as outlined in the Team Member Roles & Responsibilities matrix.
• Provide in-home services and support to families, focusing on safety, and change with the intention of children remaining safe in their own homes.
• Accept referrals from DHS during “normal business hours” and initiate contact within 24 hours of referral acceptance if there is a safety threat.
• Initiate contact with family when needed for reunification.
• Provide supervision and monitoring of children, stress reduction, parenting assistance, accessing respite, social/emotional support, safe housing, accessing basic needs, and connecting to local resources.
• Assist families in communication with DHS and maintain frequent contact with caseworkers.
• Schedule and coordinate services to best facilitate family schedules and travel.
• Complete reports, identifying the current status of the family, barriers, and strategies to overcome barriers.
• Maintain chart notes on each individual or family session.
• Provide monthly progress summaries and closing reports to DHS and stakeholders.
• Keep client files current and up to date.
• Consult with other professionals concerning identified clients or professionals directly involved in providing services for the clients.
• Coordinate with other service providers, schools, and involved individuals and agencies.
• Observe confidentiality, civil rights, and other rights as established by the therapy agreement.
• Make referrals for additional services and or work with clients to obtain necessary services.
• Encourage positive community relations by personal appearance and behavior in the community.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education, Experience, and Requirements…

Required:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Services or a related field
• 1 year of experience in behavioral health.
• 1 year of experience/comfort in providing in-home care.
• Valid driver’s license with auto liability insurance and reliable transportation
• Successful completion of a comprehensive background check

Benefits:

• Health benefits (medical, vision, dental)
• Generous PTO (Vacation, Sick, 11 Holidays Floater Holiday)
• 401(k) – You are able to participate after 90 days and there is a 5% company contribution after 2 years of employment.
• In-Office Dog Friendly
• Training Opportunities
• Jury Duty
• Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance Program

Interested?

To apply, submit a cover letter resume by email: recruitment@nextdoorinc.org.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

The Next Door is an Equal Opportunity Employer, one that appreciates differences and creates opportunities for staff to interact with people who do not look like, talk like, think like, believe like, act like, or live like they do.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $54,312.00 - $57,699.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $54,312 - $57,699