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Purpose of Position Provide counseling using evidenced-based therapeutic interventions for at-risk youth and their families; provide curriculum-based skills training for parents and youth; crisis intervention; any ancillary services; and emergency care services. Essential Job Functions Ensure the effective and efficient operation of the agency's counseling program. Ensure all paperwork is completed in a timely manner, as per program contract and/or policy and procedure. Ensure that all case file documentation and reports are completed within established time frames. Review all students' records and files to ensure compliance with established program and agency policies and procedures. Provide group, family and individual counseling to clients as scheduled and assigned. Act as liaison with other community agencies and providers. Assist in, and maintain, adequate census in counseling program. Assist in securing community resources for counseling program components. Act cooperatively with all agency staff and clients. Develop, establish and participate in local advisory boards. Have a reliable form of transportation, as position requires extensive travel. Preparation of case histories/assessments/screening and referrals/case notes/action plans/updates/follow-ups and other case file documentation per program standards. Must be able to accept supervision; program services; follow procedures; and accurately and efficiently update record keeping systems. Must be adaptable to change. Audit MAR's and report findings to Residential Service Administrator (RSA). Complete entire Service Plans for all residential youth. Set psychological and psychiatric appointments for each youth. Work with STAR Program Director on supervising STAR volunteer counseling student interns and providing orientation, on-the-job training, clinical and administrative supervision (as applicable), and professional development, are evaluated regularly, and are monitored for agency and program compliance and program effectiveness. Assume other duties and responsibilities designated by the Program Director and/or Program Services Administrator.

Working Conditions Salary:

Salary commensurate with formal preparation, experience and agency's funding status. Fringe benefits outlined in the organization's personnel handbook.

Hours:

Position is dependent upon state funding the agency's STAR program. Position is non-exempt from federal wage and hour guidelines; position requires flexibility. Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed.

On-Call Duty:

Position does require being on-call.

Office Base:

Determined at time of employment.

Supervision:

Responsible to the Program Director. Knowledge and Attitude Knowledge of counseling techniques and area resources is necessary. Knowledge of Texas Department of Family and Protective Services' minimum standards for emergency shelters and consolidated minimum standards for twenty-four (24) hour basic care facilities. Knowledge of the State's Runaway and At-Risk Youth Program (STAR). Must be able to prepare reports on program activities to inform management of program accomplishments, issues and problems Education and Experience Licensed as one (1) of the following: Licensed Master Social Work (LMSW); Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW); Licensed Professional Counselor; Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT); Licensed Psychological Associate or Psychologist. Contingent on positive work performance.

Pay:

$48,500.00 - $49,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

Master's (Required)

Experience:

youth counseling: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's license (Required) Willingness to travel: 50% (Required)

Work Location:

In person