Counselor-Reunification Therapeutic Family Time & Parenting Support Services

Counselor-Reunification Therapeutic Family Time & Parenting Support Services Description:

Join our team as a Counselor, supporting families involved with child welfare. This non-clinical, hands-on role focuses on helping parents build skills, improve family functioning, and create safe, stable home environments. If you're passionate about working directly with families in the community, this is a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact.

Location:

140 North Frontage Road, Mansfield Center, CT 06250 Why Join Our Parenting Support Services Team? Meaningful, mission-driven work Supportive supervision and team environment Ongoing training and professional development Opportunity to grow in the human services field What You Will Do (Day-to Day): Provide in-home and community-based family support services ​ Coach and guide parents in effective parenting skills and child development ​ Develop and monitor family service plans and goal progress Supervise and support family interactions and reunification efforts Partner with DCF, caseworkers, and community providers Connect families to local resources and support services ​ Maintain timely and accurate documentation and case records ​ Facilitate parenting groups and skill-building sessions

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant human services field (required) with two years of experience preferred Experience in family services, case management, or community-based support preferred ​ Knowledge of child development and parenting practices ​ Ability to work independently in home and community settings Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills

Schedule:

Full-time position is 40 hours per week (Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m-5:00 p.m.) Flexible schedule may include some evening and weekend hours to meet the program/family's needs.

Salary Range:

$19.00 - $21.50 per hour depending on experience

Bilingual Spanish/English Fluency :

$19.96- $22.59 per hour depending on experience.

Benefits Package:

Very generous comprehensive benefit package for medical, dental and vision coverage for the employee and their family Life, AD & D, short-term and long-term disability insurance plans - 100% employer paid Four weeks of paid vacation 12 paid holidays Paid Sick time Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care reimbursement Professional Development Funds 403B Thrift Plan (tax-deferred) with employer contribution and match after one year Employee Assistance Program Mileage Reimbursement United Services is an approved site for the National Health Services Corps loan repayment and scholarship program

Work Location:

In-person. This role requires a hands-on presence to deliver the best care possible. You will work directly with families in-home and in the local community.

Agency Overview:

United Services, Inc. is a leading non-profit provider of behavioral health and social services in northeastern Connecticut. With over 30 programs, 12 locations, and 250 dedicated professionals, we're committed to improving the lives of children, adults, and families through compassionate mental health care, prevention, and support services. Our offices are located throughout Connecticut's "Quiet Corner," within easy commute of New London, Worcester, and Providence.

Important Employment Requirement:

All employees of United Services, Inc. are required to receive the influenza (flu) vaccine each year, unless a medical exemption has been submitted and approved by our Medical Director. Do you want to make a direct impact in the lives of children, families and adults with social and behavioral health needs? If you have the skills, the commitment and the passion, we have the opportunity! Our vision of 'Creating Healthy Communities' is one that all staff share -- creating healthy communities within the agency, and in our community. Please consider joining our United Services team! For more information please visit http://www.unitedservicesct.org/careers/ Follow us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/UnitedServicesCT/ Please forward your resume to United Services, Inc., 1007 North Main Street, Dayville, CT 06241 . United Services is an Affirmative Action Employer

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Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$19.00 - $21.50 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you willing to comply with the annual flu vaccine requirement? Can you confirm that you meet the minimum education qualifications for this position? What is the maximum commute time you would be comfortable with to and from work? Are you interested in full-time, part-time, or per diem positions? Would you be open to being considered for all positions of employment?

License/Certification:

Driver's Licence (Required)

Work Location:

In person