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)
Established in 1926, Family Service League is a social services agency who provides comprehensive services to individuals, children, and families to improve the quality of their lives at home, in the workplace, and in the community. With more than 60 social service and mental health programs in over 20 locations, Family Service League is committed to serving Long Island’s most vulnerable citizens.
SUMMARY
Family Service League is seeking a part-time salaried Bilingual Counselor for the Family Place Library. The Family Place Library provides library patrons with social and emotional needs, case management, short term counseling, crisis intervention, and referrals to mental health clinics and other community based programs. 3.5 weekdays required.
We offer a generous benefits package including the following:
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QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s Degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or Marriage and Family Therapy required.
Minimum of 2 years of relevant clinical experience required.
Demonstrated knowledge of community resources and referral processing required.
Must be able to perform suicide risk assessments and provide short term counseling.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office, required.
Excellent interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills required.
Bilingual in Spanish required.
“Family Service League is committed to the belief that all individuals deserve uncompromising respect. Through our recruitment efforts, we continually strive to attain and maintain a diverse and inclusive workforce that meets the needs of our clients and the communities we serve. Family Service League strongly encourages candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for any positions for which they feel potentially qualified.”
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