Family Support Counselor identifies and coordinates the delivery of support programs and solutions for families in crisis to meet their financial, educational, social, and emotional needs. Interviews families to assess needs and their eligibility for assistance programs and services. Being a Family Support Counselor helps to navigate the application process and outlines the requirements and benefits of programs or services. Advises about types of counseling services available and makes referrals to service providers. Additionally, Family Support Counselor may require a bachelor's degree in human services related field. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Family Support Counselor work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a Family Support Counselor typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Kids In Distress is looking to hire a full-time Family Support Counselor to provide intensive Family Preservation Services using the HOMEBUILDERS model, including crisis intervention, counseling, skill building, concrete services, and advocacy. This is a great opportunity for somebody that has excellent communication skills, loves working with children and families, and is looking to work flexible hours including some evening and weekend hours.
If you are looking for an opportunity to perform in an empowered environment and make a difference in your community, keep reading!
We offer competitive salaries and full-time employees are eligible to receive a generous benefits plan, including medical, dental, life, vision, a flexible spending account (FSA), short and long-term disability, a matching 401(k) plan, holiday pay, and, after the first year of employment, accrued paid vacation time. If this sounds like the right counseling position for you, apply today!
In addition, you will receive a SIGN-ON INCENTIVE OF 40 HOURS OF VACATION TIME OFF AFTER SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF YOUR 90 DAYS PROBATIONARY PERIOD, TO BE TAKEN WITHIN YOUR FIRST YEAR OF EMPLOYMENT.
KID Homebuilders is an evidence-based program designed to strengthen families in order to prevent out-of-home child placements. KID Homebuilders families have children in imminent danger of removal due to child abuse, neglect, family conflict, juvenile delinquency, or other factors.
The Homebuilders Family Support Counselor serves two families at a time following the Homebuilders standards. This position reports to the program supervisor.
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