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Families, Inc.
Child and Family Counselor
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What they do
A Youth Counselor or Worker works with young people, primarily ages 13-18, to provide mentoring and support for dealing with problems. Works in a school or community-based program; may assist with referrals from parole or probation offices. Collaborates with teachers, family members, social workers and health care professionals to help young people facing challenges or crises.
$42,314 / year median in Iowa
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Families, Inc. Families, Inc., a pioneer home-based family-centered service, is a non-profit counseling agency governed by a volunteer board of directors serving children, adults, and families in 20+ counties in Iowa. Mission Families, Inc. is committed to strengthening children, adults, and families through therapy, education, and support services in homes, offices, and our communities. Opportunity Provide mental health services in Buchanan, Delaware, and Fayette county schools. Gain experience improving the skills necessary for children with mental health diagnoses and their families. We will consider hourly, 1/2 time, 3/4 time, or full-time. Salary Negotiable, depending on time status, degree, and experience. 3/4 time or full-time Benefits Paid time off 401k eligibility in accordance with our plan with an agency match of up to 4% once eligible Paid holidays Health/ Dental/ Vision/ Disability/ Critical Illness/ Accident insurance Staff development funds Mileage reimbursement Supervision for licensure available Make your own schedule Half-time Benefits Paid time off 401k eligibility in accordance with our plan with an agency match of up to 4% once eligible Paid holidays Staff development funds Mileage reimbursement Supervision for licensure available Make your own schedule Families, Inc. is a non-profit, meeting one of the criteria for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Why people work for Families, Inc. flexible schedule (create your schedule based off your availability and the availability of the clients) rewarding administration is easily accessible excellent experience stability variety in programs may be available nonprofit