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Counselor Social Worker & Clinical

Sign-on Bonus and Relocation Assistance available!

Receive 17% weekday nights, 26% weekend nights, or 15% weekend day shift differentials!

Now hiring for provisional, Non – Clinical and Clinical license!

*PRN Opportunities Available

*Part Time Opportunities Available

#1253 GRADUATE COUNSELOR SOCIAL WKR

Pay Rate: $22.49 - $3.74

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Provisional license in Counseling or Social Work

#158 COUNSELOR SOCIAL WKR

Pay Rate: 26.22 - 39.33

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

LMSW or LPC or LMHC

#159 CLINICAL COUNSELOR SOCIAL WKR

Pay Rate: 28.32 - 42.48

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

One of the following:

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in State of New Mexico

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in State of New Mexico

Marriage and Family Therapist License State of New Mexico

PhD in a related discipline

Compensation Disclaimer

Compensation for this role is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and other business and organizational considerations.

Behavioral Health Clinical Services

The Behavioral Health Clinical Service line includes a number of Behavioral Health clinics across the hospital system. Your application may be considered for any of the below programs. We will work with you to find the best fit.

Provide, oversee, and/or administer a wide range of psychosocial evaluation/assessment, diagnostic, counseling therapy, crisis intervention, and/or case management services in a high-intensity clinical environment which requires a high degree of independent decision-making. Provide clinical training to provisional counselors/social workers, students, and/or interns engaged in related therapeutic/patient care activities, as appropriate to the individual position. Ensure adherence to Hospitals and departmental policies and procedures. Patient care assignment may include pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric age groups.

ASAP: Outpatient substance use treatment center. Services include individual/group therapy and walk-in counseling. Clinic works collaboratively with psychiatry, medication management, medication for opiate use disorders, primary care and case management. In addition, we offer an Intensive Outpatient Program for a higher level of care.

Behavior Response Team: Completes assessments and provides brief therapeutic support in the Emergency Departments and on the inpatient medical floors, and teleservices and in the community for the Mobile Response Team. This team works with all ages. This program currently operates 7 days a week with evening hours M-F this role is a 4/10s schedule with one weekend day.

Caminos Program: The Caminos Program provides support to patients on the medical floors who have substance use disorders. The therapist would be expected to complete short-term therapeutic interventions, some case management, and to be a community liaison to outpatient substance use resources.

Crisis Triage Center: Intended to assist adults in our community with stabilization and to engage in support services so they can effectively transition to outpatient care and to prevent inpatient hospitalizations. Therapists are expected to complete intake assessments, safety planning, individual sessions, and to facilitate one group a day. This role is a 4-10s schedule with one weekend day.

Integrated Behavioral Health: This is an integrated care service delivery model to address problems identified during primary or specialty care visits that are negatively affecting the patient’s medical concerns or psychological functioning. They will also provide consultation to colleagues about the role of mental health and illness in how to understand a patient’s functioning in the medical environment.

Metropolitan Detention Center: MDC PSU Counselors, take crisis calls throughout the jail. Assess for all inmates needing mental health services upon arrival to the jail, provide clearances on housing units, assess for Suicidal Ideation. In addition, these clinicians provide individual therapy, run meetings with security weekly, and may do integrated care for those receiving methadone/Suboxone.

Additional $6.0 /hr. Safety Incentive Increase Cell phone and/or smart devices are not allowed on persons for this position at MDC, unless there is a documented medical condition.

Licensure/Certification Requirements - CPR Certification for Healthcare/BLS Providers or for Professional Rescuers or must obtain within 30 calendar days of date of position - alid New Mexico Driver's License - Must obtain UNM Vehicle Operator's Permit w/i 60 days of position

-MDC Clearance

Milagro Clinic : Is an interprofessional clinic focused on the care of pregnant people struggling with substance use disorders. The role of the behavioral therapist is to engage with patients to support harm reduction, provide brief interventions, and focus on improving engagement in care. This role also facilitates groups at the Care Campus for pregnant women or women who have recently delivered.

Multi-Systematic Therapy: Is an intensive community-based family service that provides family therapy in the home and incorporates all systems that affect the family including, but not exclusive to, school, legal and family's identified formal and non-formal support system. This clinic serves patients 12-17 years old to promote pro-social behaviors and reduce the risk of out of home placement.

Outpatient Psychotherapy Clinic: This outpatient clinic serves the adult and senior populations. We provide short-term evidence-based therapy through scheduled sessions and same-day walk-in appointments in an exciting and fast paced environment. We are looking for clinicians who thrive in a supportive, team-based environment and are passionate about providing accessible, high-quality care.

Pediatric and Adult Inpatient Units: Acute level of care in an inpatient unit for either children or adults due to danger to self, danger to others or due to grave disability. Treatment focus is on stabilization of symptoms, brief treatment modalities, medication interventions and discharge planning. This position works closely and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team in a milieu setting.

Programs for Children and Adolescents: This is an outpatient therapy clinic that provides therapy for ages 5-18. We are a generalist clinic that treats a wide range of mental health presentations. We offer group therapy services and partner with psychiatry. We offer training opportunities in a range of treatment modalities and offer weekly consultation to support treatment and staff wellness.

Young Adult Clinic: This clinic offers services for at risk youth ages 15-26. The YAC team utilizes psychotherapy, case management, peer support and psychiatry to empower and assist youth in overcoming mental health struggles by fostering independence in many aspects of life including school, employment, housing, financial independence, medical care, and socialization.

Department: Behavioral and Mental Health

If asked to describe the culture at Metropolitan Family Services, we could do that in one word. COMMUNITY ! Reflected in both our internal culture as well as through the services we provide, community is at the heart of all we do.

Metropolitan Family Services (MFS) empowers families to learn, to earn, to heal, to thrive. Part mentor, part motivator, part advocate, since 1857, Metropolitan Family Services has been the engine of change that empowers families to reach their greatest potential and positively impact their communities. Are you looking to have an impact on more than just a company’s bottom line? Then we’d love to hear from you!

We are currently looking to fill a Social Worker/Counselor role at our Palos Hills office.

SALARY: The average starting salary for this position will fall in the range of $60,000 and $2,000 annually. Where candidates fall in this range will be based on skill and experience level. Where candidates fall in this range will be based on skill and experience level. Of note, is that candidates possessing a LCSW or LCPC may be considered for a possible starting salary up to 78,000 .

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs comprehensive, in-depth assessments for a variety of program
  services. Performs intake as assigned.
• Provides a full range of case management, counseling, advocacy, educational,
  and related services.
• Learns and utilizes agency and community resources.
  Assesses community conditions that affect clients to identify resource gaps and problems.
• Recommends financial assistance for clients.
• Provides group services as indicated by program need. Joins or develops groups
  and/or coalitions to address community needs.
• May be responsible for meeting contractual requirements such as 24-hour coverage.
• Represents and interprets programs of agency in community.
• May serve on regional or agency-wide committees.
• Meets agency expectation for quantity of direct service.
• Complies with agency recordkeeping expectations.
• Works effectively with diverse staff and service population.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Demonstrated superior skills with families or communities.
• Demonstrated competence in consultation, teaching, or writing.
• Requires mobility to work in the community with assigned caseload.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and group.

• Master's Degree in Social Work or related field from an accredited college or university required.
• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or License Professional Counselor (LPC) required.
• 2+ years of post-graduate social work experience at an intermediate skill level preferred.
• Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) or experience working with clients experiencing substance use preferred.

• Satisfactorily pass all relevant screenings and criminal background checks.

• Driving for work required with a personally owned vehicle. Travel between sites required.

• While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is required to sit and stand for sustained periods of time, frequently talk, hear, use hands and fingers to feel, handle, and operate objects or controls, and occasionally stand, bend, stretch, stoop, kneel and crouch. The employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, and viewing a computer terminal.

• Medical Coverage, Dental Coverage, and Vision Coverage.
• Metropolitan Family Services contributions of 2,000 to individual, and 4,000 to family, HSA accounts, pro-rated to your benefits start date.
• FREE General Medicine and Behavioral Health Teladoc services provided to all team members.
• Ascensus 401K plan services with a 4% employer match, vested at 100% on day one of eligibility.

• Some of the above benefits are available for part-time and temporary workers, but not all. Be sure to inquire upon your hire as to which benefits apply to you.

Overview

Youth Villages’ community-based programs are growing and we're hiring more counselors and social workers to provide intensive in-home treatment for youth, families, and young adults. Submit a resume today and a recruiter will contact you to discuss your experience and our current openings.

Who is Youth Villages?

Youth Villages is a nonprofit organization striving to help troubled youth and families live successfully. We are a team of over 4,500 individuals who’ve come together across 27 states to change the landscape of child welfare and juvenile justice across the country. Our work involves providing an array of counseling and treatment services to youth with severe emotional and behavioral problems. 

Eighty-eight percent of those who go through treatment are succeeding two years after leaving our program. These youth are living at home, remaining in school, and are not experiencing trouble with the law.

We believe strongly in investing in and supporting our employees. We offer candidates opportunities to develop a career and be part of a positive change in our country’s treatment of at-risk youth and families. 

Can I see myself here?

• Are passionate about social services and dedicated to helping at-risk youth and families
• Value feedback and accountability
• Value the collaboration that comes from working on a team and thrive working on their own
• Enjoy variety in their schedule and not sitting behind a desk all day
• Are results and detailed oriented
• Have a sense of humor and find creative ways to implement ideas
• Value a strength-based treatment approach
• Can change priorities quickly
• Are looking for more than just a job

 How will I make a difference?

• Providing in-home counseling services for at-risk youth, families, or young adults
• Managing a small case load to provide quality, intensive counseling – session frequency will depend on position and referral needs
• Providing after hours support to youth and families through being on-call to personal caseloads Monday-Friday and rotating weekend and overnight on-call duties
• Collaborating with youth, family, teachers, and other community members working towards the success of the youth; that could be attending court or meeting with teachers; it depends on what your families’ needs are in any given week
• Providing a strengths-based approach utilizing counseling and social work skills
• Attending three weekly meetings (individual, team, and clinical consultation) for support & professional development to help enhance clinical skills

 Additional Information

Schedule is flexible and non-traditional; based around the availability of youth and families served. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license, a personal vehicle to use for work purposes and auto insurance. Community Based staff will be reimbursed for applicable mileage

Salary

$52000 - $6000 / year based on education and clinical license

Qualifications

Master’s degree in social services field is preferred. 

Bachelor's degree in social services is required. 

Degrees that can be considered include: social work, drug and alcohol education or counseling, psychology, criminal justice, guidance counseling, or marriage and family therapy. Other degrees will have to be evaluated further to determine if they meet the qualifications.Experience working with at-risk youth and/or families in a volunteer, internship, or paid position; clinical experience is preferredWillingness/desire to maintain an untraditional scheduleStrong writing skills and experience with electronic documentation Acceptable driving record - Three or fewer moving violations within the past 36 months

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision

401(k)

2 weeks paid vacation

12 paid sick days per year

11 paid holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)

Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision

Growth & development through continuous training

Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities

Youth Villages is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Youth Villages is committed to not only advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace but also in our work with children and young adults. We know that children, families and young people of color can face inequity in child welfare and justice systems, and we train our employees to build the skills they need to work with the communities that we serve, as well as, other employees from different cultures and backgrounds. Youth Villages is opposed to racism in any of its forms and is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We believe that respect for each other is crucial in the work that we do each day.

Counselor Social Worker & Clinical

Sign-on Bonus and Relocation Assistance available!

Receive 17% weekday nights, 26% weekend nights, or 15% weekend day shift differentials!

Now hiring for provisional, Non - Clinical and Clinical license!

.PRN Opportunities Available

GRADUATE COUNSELOR SOCIAL WKR

Pay Rate: $22.49 - $3.74

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Provisional license in Counseling or Social Work

COUNSELOR SOCIAL WKR

Pay Rate: 26.22 - 39.33

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

LMSW or LPC or LMHC

CLINICAL COUNSELOR SOCIAL WKR

Pay Rate: 28.32 - 42.48

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

One of the following:

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in State of New Mexico

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in State of New Mexico

Marriage and Family Therapist License State of New Mexico

PhD in a related discipline

Compensation Disclaimer

Compensation for this role is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and other business and organizational considerations.

Behavioral Health Clinical Services

The Behavioral Health Clinical Service line includes a number of Behavioral Health clinics across the hospital system. Your application may be considered for any of the below programs. We will work with you to find the best fit.

Provide, oversee, and/or administer a wide range of psychosocial evaluation/assessment, diagnostic, counseling therapy, crisis intervention, and/or case management services in a high-intensity clinical environment which requires a high degree of independent decision-making. Provide clinical training to provisional counselors/social workers, students, and/or interns engaged in related therapeutic/patient care activities, as appropriate to the individual position. Ensure adherence to Hospitals and departmental policies and procedures. Patient care assignment may include pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric age groups.

ASAP: Outpatient substance use treatment center. Services include individual/group therapy and walk-in counseling. Clinic works collaboratively with psychiatry, medication management, medication for opiate use disorders, primary care and case management. In addition, we offer an Intensive Outpatient Program for a higher level of care.

Behavior Response Team: Completes assessments and provides brief therapeutic support in the Emergency Departments and on the inpatient medical floors, and teleservices and in the community for the Mobile Response Team. This team works with all ages. This program currently operates 7 days a week with evening hours M-F this role is a 4/10s schedule with one weekend day.

Caminos Program: The Caminos Program provides support to patients on the medical floors who have substance use disorders. The therapist would be expected to complete short-term therapeutic interventions, some case management, and to be a community liaison to outpatient substance use resources.

Crisis Triage Center: Intended to assist adults in our community with stabilization and to engage in support services so they can effectively transition to outpatient care and to prevent inpatient hospitalizations. Therapists are expected to complete intake assessments, safety planning, individual sessions, and to facilitate one group a day. This role is a 4-10s schedule with one weekend day.

Integrated Behavioral Health: This is an integrated care service delivery model to address problems identified during primary or specialty care visits that are negatively affecting the patient's medical concerns or psychological functioning. They will also provide consultation to colleagues about the role of mental health and illness in how to understand a patient's functioning in the medical environment .

Metropolitan Detention Center: MDC PSU Counselors, take crisis calls throughout the jail. Assess for all inmates needing mental health services upon arrival to the jail, provide clearances on housing units, assess for Suicidal Ideation. In addition, these clinicians provide individual therapy, run meetings with security weekly, and may do integrated care for those receiving methadone/Suboxone.

Additional 6.00/hr. Safety Incentive Increase Cell phone and/or smart devices are not allowed on persons for this position at MDC, unless there is a documented medical condition.

Licensure/Certification Requirements - CPR Certification for Healthcare/BLS Providers or for Professional Rescuers or must obtain within 30 calendar days of date of position - Valid New Mexico Driver's License - Must obtain UNM Vehicle Operator's Permit w/i 60 days of position

-MDC Clearance

Milagro Clinic : Is an interprofessional clinic focused on the care of pregnant people struggling with substance use disorders. The role of the behavioral therapist is to engage with patients to support harm reduction, provide brief interventions, and focus on improving engagement in care. This role also facilitates groups at the Care Campus for pregnant women or women who have recently delivered.

Multi-Systematic Therapy: Is an intensive community-based family service that provides family therapy in the home and incorporates all systems that affect the family including, but not exclusive to, school, legal and family's identified formal and non-formal support system. This clinic serves patients 12-17 years old to promote pro-social behaviors and reduce the risk of out of home placement.

Outpatient Psychotherapy Clinic: This outpatient clinic serves the adult and senior populations. We provide short-term evidence-based therapy through scheduled sessions and same-day walk-in appointments in an exciting and fast paced environment. We are looking for clinicians who thrive in a supportive, team-based environment and are passionate about providing accessible, high-quality care.

Pediatric and Adult Inpatient Units: Acute level of care in an inpatient unit for either children or adults due to danger to self, danger to others or due to grave disability. Treatment focus is on stabilization of symptoms, brief treatment modalities, medication interventions and discharge planning. This position works closely and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team in a milieu setting.

Programs for Children and Adolescents: This is an outpatient therapy clinic that provides therapy for ages 5-18. We are a generalist clinic that treats a wide range of mental health presentations. We offer group therapy services and partner with psychiatry. We offer training opportunities in a range of treatment modalities and offer weekly consultation to support treatment and staff wellness.

Young Adult Clinic: This clinic offers services for at risk youth ages 15-26. The YAC team utilizes psychotherapy, case management, peer support and psychiatry to empower and assist youth in overcoming mental health struggles by fostering independence in many aspects of life including school, employment, housing, financial independence, medical care, and socialization.

Department: Behavioral and Mental Health

• Has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education; OR, has a Bachelor's degree in social work from an institution accredited by the Council on Social Work and 1 year of social work experience in a health-related facility.
• Currently licensed as a social worker in Ohio; must be able to obtain certification/registration as a social worker in the state of Michigan.
• Has working experience charting in an EMR system, Netsmart system preferred.
• Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills; possesses strong interviewing and listening skills.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of local and state human service agencies.
• Demonstrates strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
• Has the ability to work independently and within an interdisciplinary team.
• Understands the hospice philosophy and principles of death/dying.
• Possesses a valid driver's license with an automobile in good working order that is insured according to agency requirements.

Counselor Social Worker & Clinical

Sign-on Bonus and Relocation Assistance available!

Receive 17% weekday nights, 26% weekend nights, or 15% weekend day shift differentials!

Now hiring for provisional, Non – Clinical and Clinical license!

*PRN Opportunities Available

*Part Time Opportunities Available

#1253 GRADUATE COUNSELOR SOCIAL WKR

Pay Rate: $22.49 - $3.74

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Provisional license in Counseling or Social Work

#158 COUNSELOR SOCIAL WKR

Pay Rate: 26.22 - 39.33

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

LMSW or LPC or LMHC

#159 CLINICAL COUNSELOR SOCIAL WKR

Pay Rate: 28.32 - 42.48

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

One of the following:

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in State of New Mexico

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in State of New Mexico

Marriage and Family Therapist License State of New Mexico

PhD in a related discipline

Compensation Disclaimer

Compensation for this role is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and other business and organizational considerations.

Behavioral Health Clinical Services

The Behavioral Health Clinical Service line includes a number of Behavioral Health clinics across the hospital system. Your application may be considered for any of the below programs. We will work with you to find the best fit.

Provide, oversee, and/or administer a wide range of psychosocial evaluation/assessment, diagnostic, counseling therapy, crisis intervention, and/or case management services in a high-intensity clinical environment which requires a high degree of independent decision-making. Provide clinical training to provisional counselors/social workers, students, and/or interns engaged in related therapeutic/patient care activities, as appropriate to the individual position. Ensure adherence to Hospitals and departmental policies and procedures. Patient care assignment may include pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric age groups.

ASAP: Outpatient substance use treatment center. Services include individual/group therapy and walk-in counseling. Clinic works collaboratively with psychiatry, medication management, medication for opiate use disorders, primary care and case management. In addition, we offer an Intensive Outpatient Program for a higher level of care.

Behavior Response Team: Completes assessments and provides brief therapeutic support in the Emergency Departments and on the inpatient medical floors, and teleservices and in the community for the Mobile Response Team. This team works with all ages. This program currently operates 7 days a week with evening hours M-F this role is a 4/10s schedule with one weekend day.

Caminos Program: The Caminos Program provides support to patients on the medical floors who have substance use disorders. The therapist would be expected to complete short-term therapeutic interventions, some case management, and to be a community liaison to outpatient substance use resources.

Crisis Triage Center: Intended to assist adults in our community with stabilization and to engage in support services so they can effectively transition to outpatient care and to prevent inpatient hospitalizations. Therapists are expected to complete intake assessments, safety planning, individual sessions, and to facilitate one group a day. This role is a 4-10s schedule with one weekend day.

Integrated Behavioral Health: This is an integrated care service delivery model to address problems identified during primary or specialty care visits that are negatively affecting the patient’s medical concerns or psychological functioning. They will also provide consultation to colleagues about the role of mental health and illness in how to understand a patient’s functioning in the medical environment.

Metropolitan Detention Center: MDC PSU Counselors, take crisis calls throughout the jail. Assess for all inmates needing mental health services upon arrival to the jail, provide clearances on housing units, assess for Suicidal Ideation. In addition, these clinicians provide individual therapy, run meetings with security weekly, and may do integrated care for those receiving methadone/Suboxone.

Additional $6.0 /hr. Safety Incentive Increase Cell phone and/or smart devices are not allowed on persons for this position at MDC, unless there is a documented medical condition.

Licensure/Certification Requirements - CPR Certification for Healthcare/BLS Providers or for Professional Rescuers or must obtain within 30 calendar days of date of position - alid New Mexico Driver's License - Must obtain UNM Vehicle Operator's Permit w/i 60 days of position

-MDC Clearance

Milagro Clinic : Is an interprofessional clinic focused on the care of pregnant people struggling with substance use disorders. The role of the behavioral therapist is to engage with patients to support harm reduction, provide brief interventions, and focus on improving engagement in care. This role also facilitates groups at the Care Campus for pregnant women or women who have recently delivered.

Multi-Systematic Therapy: Is an intensive community-based family service that provides family therapy in the home and incorporates all systems that affect the family including, but not exclusive to, school, legal and family's identified formal and non-formal support system. This clinic serves patients 12-17 years old to promote pro-social behaviors and reduce the risk of out of home placement.

Outpatient Psychotherapy Clinic: This outpatient clinic serves the adult and senior populations. We provide short-term evidence-based therapy through scheduled sessions and same-day walk-in appointments in an exciting and fast paced environment. We are looking for clinicians who thrive in a supportive, team-based environment and are passionate about providing accessible, high-quality care.

Pediatric and Adult Inpatient Units: Acute level of care in an inpatient unit for either children or adults due to danger to self, danger to others or due to grave disability. Treatment focus is on stabilization of symptoms, brief treatment modalities, medication interventions and discharge planning. This position works closely and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team in a milieu setting.

Programs for Children and Adolescents: This is an outpatient therapy clinic that provides therapy for ages 5-18. We are a generalist clinic that treats a wide range of mental health presentations. We offer group therapy services and partner with psychiatry. We offer training opportunities in a range of treatment modalities and offer weekly consultation to support treatment and staff wellness.

Young Adult Clinic: This clinic offers services for at risk youth ages 15-26. The YAC team utilizes psychotherapy, case management, peer support and psychiatry to empower and assist youth in overcoming mental health struggles by fostering independence in many aspects of life including school, employment, housing, financial independence, medical care, and socialization.

Department: Behavioral and Mental Health

Occupational Skills

Provide counseling services to incarcerated adults in Maryland correctional facilities in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

Assist in planning programs to meet the specials needs of inmate students.

• Bachelor's or master's degree in counseling or social work.

• Must be licensed social worker or certified counselor.

• Minimum of three years experience in field.

Part-time day, 16 hours per week

$24 per hour

Send cover letter and resume to:

Minnie Jones, GBTC 316

Anne Arundel Community College

101 College Parkway

Arnold, MD 21012

Or email:

**Ask about our $2,000 relocation assistance**

Overview

Youth Villages’ community-based programs are growing and we're hiring more counselors and social workers to provide intensive in-home treatment for youth, families, and young adults. Submit a resume today and a recruiter will contact you to discuss your experience and our current openings.

Who is Youth Villages?

Youth Villages is a nonprofit organization striving to help troubled youth and families live successfully. We are a team of over 4,500 individuals who’ve come together across 27 states to change the landscape of child welfare and juvenile justice across the country. Our work involves providing an array of counseling and treatment services to youth with severe emotional and behavioral problems. 

Eighty-eight percent of those who go through treatment are succeeding two years after leaving our program. These youth are living at home, remaining in school, and are not experiencing trouble with the law.

We believe strongly in investing in and supporting our employees. We offer candidates opportunities to develop a career and be part of a positive change in our country’s treatment of at-risk youth and families. 

Can I see myself here?

• Are passionate about social services and dedicated to helping at-risk youth and families
• Value feedback and accountability
• Value the collaboration that comes from working on a team and thrive working on their own
• Enjoy variety in their schedule and not sitting behind a desk all day
• Are results and detailed oriented
• Have a sense of humor and find creative ways to implement ideas
• Value a strength-based treatment approach
• Can change priorities quickly
• Are looking for more than just a job

 How will I make a difference?

• Providing in-home counseling services for at-risk youth, families, or young adults
• Managing a small case load to provide quality, intensive counseling – session frequency will depend on position and referral needs
• Providing after hours support to youth and families through being on-call to personal caseloads Monday-Friday and rotating weekend and overnight on-call duties
• Collaborating with youth, family, teachers, and other community members working towards the success of the youth; that could be attending court or meeting with teachers; it depends on what your families’ needs are in any given week
• Providing a strengths-based approach utilizing counseling and social work skills
• Attending three weekly meetings (individual, team, and clinical consultation) for support & professional development to help enhance clinical skills

 Additional Information

Schedule is flexible and non-traditional; based around the availability of youth and families served. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license, a personal vehicle to use for work purposes and auto insurance. Community Based staff will be reimbursed for applicable mileage

Salary

$2000 - 6000 / year based on education and clinical license

Qualifications

Master’s degree in social services field is preferred. 

Bachelor's degree in social services is required. 

Degrees that can be considered include: social work, drug and alcohol education or counseling, psychology, criminal justice, guidance counseling, or marriage and family therapy. Other degrees will have to be evaluated further to determine if they meet the qualifications.Experience working with at-risk youth and/or families in a volunteer, internship, or paid position; clinical experience is preferredWillingness/desire to maintain an untraditional scheduleStrong writing skills and experience with electronic documentation Acceptable driving record - Three or fewer moving violations within the past 36 months

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision

401(k)

2 weeks paid vacation

12 paid sick days per year

11 paid holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)

Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision

Growth & development through continuous training

Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities

Youth Villages is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Youth Villages is committed to not only advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace but also in our work with children and young adults. We know that children, families and young people of color can face inequity in child welfare and justice systems, and we train our employees to build the skills they need to work with the communities that we serve, as well as, other employees from different cultures and backgrounds. Youth Villages is opposed to racism in any of its forms and is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We believe that respect for each other is crucial in the work that we do each day.