Family Counselor
Centre County Youth Service Bureau - State College, PA
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At YSB, we work hard to make kids matter every day! We are a non-profit organization that has prevention programs, family services, and residential homes. We are searching for a full time Family Counselor in our Reunification Program. Some of the position responsibilities include:*Responsibilities:** Utilize available history, team input and early interaction with family to assess and plan for a course of reunification services.* Provide intensive in-home services to further the goals of the reunification plan. Services typically include: individual and family sessions, sessions with caregivers and / or extended family, supervising visits, and engaging with families in day-to-day activities to teach and model.* Increase safety for children through observation and intervention in the home and community, drug testing as indicated, and role modeling.* Utilize appropriate evidence-based curriculum following extensive training.* Manage all aspects of assigned cases, including extensive case management through gathering information, phone contacts, follow up, and accompanying and supporting clients in various arenas.* Develop and maintain ongoing professional relationships within the community related to children, youth, and families including, but not limited to, County CYS and JPO staff, school personnel, treatment providers.* Testify in court for assigned cases.* Maintain up-to-date case records, statistics and service plans.* Seek out and utilize consultation to increase professional skill level and translate that skill into day-to-day family work.* Participate in all staff meetings and all in-service training sessions or training deemed appropriate and necessary for proper or increased job performance.*Qualifications:** Position requires Bachelor's Degree in related field. Excellent organizational and time management skills, and the ability to work in a team are critical._Centre County Youth Service Bureau does not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status._Job Type: Full-timePay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hourBenefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Employee assistance program* Flexible schedule* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Vision insuranceEducation:* Bachelor's (Required)License/Certification:* Driver's License (Required)Work Location: Multiple locations
Created: 2024-11-01