Counselor

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION

The WCJ offers a challenging, dynamic, and supportive environment to its employees. It embraces diversity in the workplace and looking for staff members who are sensitive to and aware of the societal issues of women. It is based in Jacksonville, and works hard to improve the lives of women through advocacy, support and education and provides rape recovery services for individuals of all genders. The WCJ is the only certified rape crisis center in Duval, Baker and Nassau counties and provides hundreds of forensic exams to sexual assault survivors and their loved ones. The center also offers mental health counseling; community education, breast cancer and elder abuse; and rape prevention services and outreach throughout the community..

JOB TITLE: COUNSELOR

JOB SUMMARY: The Counselor is responsible for providing individual, group, and family therapeutic counseling services. Assesses each victim’s psychological status and needs in order to evaluate and develop an appropriate treatment plan. Follows systems provided to maintain accurate and efficient records.

CREDENTIALS, EXPERIENCE AND ABILITIES:

Required:

• MA, M.Ed., MSW (Psychology/Counseling)
• Must be able to maintain malpractice insurance
• Minimum one year experience providing therapeutic counseling
• Must be licensed in the State of Florida
• Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills
• Knowledge of a range of counseling and therapeutic techniques
• Must have knowledge of Microsoft office and ability to utilize client database

Preferred:

• LMHC, LSCW or Registered Intern

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct individual, group and family therapeutic counseling services
• Administer client assessments to evaluate counseling services
• Recommend treatment programs based upon individual needs
• Document services and prepares reports as needed
• Respond to emergencies as a member of the Counseling Program
• Provide information and referral of community resources to clients
• Participate in Counseling Program meetings and agency meetings
• Assume all other duties as assigned

RATE OF PAY: $24/hour

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills.

The Women's Center of Jacksonville is committed to developing and maintaining a diverse workforce. The Women's Center strongly believes in equal opportunity extended to all individuals in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall and termination without regard to race, color, religion, belief, creed, age, sex, pregnancy or maternity (including childbirth and related conditions), family responsibility (e.g. child care, elder care), nationality, ethnic or national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, civil partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, veteran’s status, genetic information, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, protected leave status or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24