Counselor (based at Foothills Children’s Advocacy Center)

Description

Counselor (based at Foothills Children’s Advocacy Center) – Full time, 40 Hours per week

Responsible for the following job duties:

• Provide clinical assessment and intensive, specialized mental health treatment to child and adolescent victims of abuse and neglect and exposure to domestic violence.
• Provide counseling to family members of victims, as needed, to enhance the effectiveness of the treatment of the child/adolescent victim.
• May also provide interventions to children under 12 presenting with problematic sexual behavior interventions.
• This position is supported by a partnership with ReadyKids and Foothills Children’s Advocacy Center (FCAC), and the services will be provided at FCAC.

Successful candidates will have:

• Master’s Degree in counseling, social work, or related field.
• State licensure required.
• Minimum of 4 years experience working with children, adolescents and families.
• Knowledge of treatment needs of abused and neglected children.
• Knowledge of theory and practice in the area of child and adolescent development and age-appropriate intervention strategies.
• Knowledge of and/or willingness to obtain training in working with children with problematic sexual behaviors (under 12yo).
• Ability to organize time effectively and to meet assigned work demands.
• Strong leadership skills and desire to take initiative.
• Ability to work independently.

Compensation/Benefits:

• Salary: starting at $65,000
• For employee-only coverage, ReadyKids pays 90–100% of health insurance premiums and 100% of dental and life insurance premiums
• Voluntary vision and supplemental insurance
• Generous paid vacation and sick leave; paid holidays
• Employer-matched retirement plan

Open until filled. ReadyKids is seeking a diverse pool of applicants; all are encouraged to apply. Go to www.readykidscville.org for full position description and application procedures. ReadyKids is a drug-free workplace. EOE/ADA

ReadyKids is committed to a diverse and equitable workplace. We believe diversity of identity, thought, approach, and experience provide the optimal environment for our growth, learning, and success. We aim to create a safe space where everyone belongs and can contribute to the organization in a way that is authentic and genuine to them.