Counselor

Description

Counselor – Full Time – 40 Hours per week

Responsible for the following job duties:

• The counselor is responsible for providing clinical assessment and intensive, specialized mental health treatment to child and adolescent victims of abuse and neglect and exposure to domestic violence
• The counselor will also provide counseling to family members of victims, as needed, to enhance the effectiveness of the treatment of the child/adolescent victim
• Mental health treatment will be provided at the ReadyKids office and in community-based settings as scheduled
• The counselor will coordinate service delivery with community agencies and conduct outreach to make Counseling services available throughout the ReadyKids catchment area

Successful candidates will have:

• Masters degree in counseling, social work, or related field
• State licensure or license-eligibility in designated field
• Minimum of two years experience working with children, adolescents and families
• Knowledge of treatment needs of abused and neglected children
• Ability to organize time effectively and to meet assigned work demands
• Strong leadership skills and desire to take initiative
• Willingness to respond proactively to community needs

Compensation/Benefits:

• Salary: starting at $50,000
• ReadyKids pays 100% health, dental, and life insurance premiums for employee only plans
• 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/AA.

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.