FT Spiritual Counselor

Job Objective: The Spiritual Counselor will *spiritually counsel individuals with various disaffiliations including but not limited to addictions, including alcohol, drugs, gambling, chronic homelessness, etc. They complete counseling and spiritual interviews with beneficiaries, conduct counseling sessions, teach program related classes, develop, and track the progress of rehabilitation plans and document progress of the work therapy component. Maintaining relevant and real time case notes in the Service Point database is required, as well as adding all completed services that include but are not limited to spiritual counseling. The typical shift for this position will be 2nd shift (inclusive of evening hours). Some weekends and holidays will be required.

• All counseling sessions completed in the ARC Programs are classified as spiritual counseling.

Essential Functions:

• Conduct in-depth interviews with newly admitted beneficiaries (counseling and spiritual assessments, self-sufficiency matrix, short form, and full intakes).

• Assist beneficiaries to understand and overcome social and emotional problems, through individual/group spiritual counseling.

• Conduct classes and group sessions for beneficiaries including but not limited to interactive journaling and group counseling.

• Design and manage individual rehabilitation plans for beneficiaries. Utilize the program offered by the ARC, and when necessary, ancillary services from other community agencies.

• Monitor beneficiaries to evaluate effectiveness of rehabilitation program and adapt rehabilitation goals and plan as needed.

• Update the Self-Sufficiency Matrix for each assigned beneficiary (as goals are achieved) for interim and follow-up progress.

• Maintenance and security of active online beneficiary files. Secure appropriate background information from other agencies and institutions. Complete weekly case notes, weekly rehabilitation plan progress notes and add appropriate services to each beneficiary file in a timely manner.

• Prepare formal work therapy evaluations and adjustment reports at intervals established by the centers policies and procedures. Partner with the work therapy supervisor in providing a therapeutic environment at the work therapy sites.

• Develop and implement special projects, programs, and services as assigned by the Director of Rehabilitation Services.

• Provide statistical information to the personnel responsible for the preparation of monthly statistics.

• Assess spiritual needs of beneficiaries, make referrals to Chaplain or Administrator as needed.

• Participate in In-Service Training and local seminars/workshops to enhance counseling skills.

• Accurately complete data entry of case notes and services in current electronic data management system within assigned deadlines.

• Support the mission statement of The Salvation Army.

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

Minimum Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Minimum of a bachelor's degree required in counseling or a related field from an accredited college or university.

Minimum of two years related experience and/or training in addiction, recovery and/or spiritual counseling.

Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from beneficiaries, agencies, or the community. Abilities to effectively present information to administration, beneficiaries, and/or public groups.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of materials furnished in written, oral or schedule form.

Intermediate computer skills in word processing and online data management.

(Education level) plus X years of relevant experience. (Higher level) degree a plus (or preferred).

OR

Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision.

Travel: Less than 10% of position time for program retreat and conferences.

Working Conditions:

Office work environment with quiet noise level.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

“The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.”