Genetics Counselor jobs in Saint Petersburg, FL
Genetics Counselor provides genetic counseling and education to individuals and families at risk for hereditary disorders. Obtains and analyzes family medical history to identify patients at risk for specific disorders or syndromes. Being a Genetics Counselor recommends genetic testing as warranted and counsels patients on test results, treatment and alternative coping methods. May provide crisis intervention as needed. Additionally, Genetics Counselor requires a master's degree of Genetic Counseling. Typically reports to a manager or director. Requires board certification from the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) or American Board of Medical Genetics (ABMG). Typically requires a state license to practice. Genetics Counselor's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Counselor
- The Salvation Army USA Southern Territory
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Petersburg, FL
PART_TIME
- The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith based organization, has a job opening for Counselor (part-time). Job Summary Manages and monitors assigned caseload of clients participating in a rehabilitation program; develops program plan/goals and evaluates client’s progress by conducting routine meetings with client and/or staff; serves as advocate for client in order to acquire services that will enable them to functionally cope with their environment. Plans, schedules, coordinates, assigns, instructs, supervises, monitors, evaluates, and provides hiring/firing recommendations of subordinate employees. Ensures compliance with department policies and procedures. Maintains a positive working relationship with city and county agencies to ensure consistent client referrals. Interviews applicants to determine eligibility for program enrollment based on established guidelines and requirements; prepares case history, conduct needs assessment, establishes goals for clients; refers applicants to other agencies if not appropriate for program. Attends, visits, prepares, and present presentations at various community activities or other agencies to educate them about The Salvation Army’s program, make client referrals and maintain awareness of client’s progress. Provides alcohol/drug rehabilitative and Christian based counseling to program clients; conducts initial counseling session by developing program plan of action for each client and meets with clients regularly to ensure progress toward goals; plans, develops and facilitates individual and group counseling session on a routine basis; serves as advocate for program clients and liaison to hospitals, police departments, and other community agencies; prepares and maintains detailed client records. Prepares and maintains client files documenting pertinent client information; prepares and maintains records of clients’ progress in files; complete assessment forms, monthly client statistics, and progress notes; prepares and submits required reports. Prepares and maintains statistical records on all services provided; compiles and prepares monthly statistical reports ensuring all reports are presented timely and accurately to the ARC Command. Plans, coordinates, and facilitates group crisis intervention counseling sessions; plans group activities and focus; provide group participates with information offered by other community services; provides individual crisis counseling as needed; publicizes availability of group sessions; performs community education speeches. Meets regularly with clients to discuss and evaluate their progress; prepare accurate and up-to-date records documenting the client’s progress; receives incident reports and enforces disciplinary actions for violations of house rules, policies and/or guidelines. Plans, coordinates, instructs, and facilitates all group classes such as focus group, life skills, anger management groups, relapse prevention groups and other classes as directed. Ability to develop, organize, and teach bible study classes. Plans, coordinates, and prepares weekly staff meetings for Resident reviews. Oversees and monitors GED classes three times a week. Plans, coordinates, and/or facilitates life management classes to assist clients in obtaining skills that will enable them to functionally cope with their environment; obtain speakers and workshop presents as needed. Conducts and administers alcohol and/or drug tests on a routine basis to determine client’s compliance with sobriety requirements. Prepares monthly sobriety awards for residents in the program. Maintains current knowledge of counseling alcohol and drug rehabilitation techniques through various periodicals, and classes. Plans, coordinates, and establishes a transitional phase for the men in the program who have completed the 6-month program. Plans and coordinates the discharge of clients exiting the program and transfers file contents to the in-active file. Assists clients in locating/securing affordable housing when exiting the program. Plans, organizes, and coordinates alumni program for graduates. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully utilize a variety of counseling techniques. Knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully interact with a variety of personalities. Knowledge of the various drugs on the market that may be consumed by the residents, being aware of the various names that the drugs are referred to and the knowledge, skills and abilities to recognize the effects that these drugs have on individuals that consume them. Knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully interact with men in the program. Knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully communicate with a variety of personalities. Knowledge, skills and abilities in utilizing a variety of computer programs and typing data into the computers. Knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully multi-task, handling a variety of activities occurring at the same time. Ability to prepare and maintain client records in an accurate, complete, and timely manner. Ability to enforce policies and procedures in a tactful and courteous manner. Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, or a related field, and four to five years of experience working in the counseling field, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Licenses and Certifications Driver’s License Required Certified Addiction Counselor (Certificate) Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in a variety of client related issues. Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language. Ability to perform mathematical calculations. Ability to keypunch information into a computer. Ability to sort and file documents alphabetically and numerically. Ability to operate various general office equipment including a telephone, typewriter, computer, facsimile machine and adding machine. Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking. Limited physical effort required associated with sitting, walking, standing, lifting, bending, reaching, twisting, pushing, pulling, typing, 75% to 100% of the work time and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) 5-15% of work time. Work is performed in a normal office environment where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like. Additional Information All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. To apply, please select the “Apply Now” icon at the bottom of this posting. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
- 26 Days Ago
Outpatient Counselor
- Westcare
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Pinellas Park, FL
FULL_TIME
- Position Summary:Counselors are primarily responsible for the delivery of individual, group and family counseling services and completion of documentation required for the clinical record including, b...
- 3 Days Ago
Enrollment Counselor
- Galen College of Nursing
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Saint Petersburg, FL
FULL_TIME
- Introduction Are you passionate about delivering superior work outcomes? At Galen College of Nursing, we are committed to a single purpose: offering excellence in nursing education. Our staff and admi...
- 3 Days Ago
Youth Counselor
- Operation PAR, Inc.
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Saint Petersburg, FL
FULL_TIME
- ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: Operation PAR, Inc. is a non-profit organization offering the full continuum of services for individuals with substance use and/or mental health disorders. PAR has been providi...
- 4 Days Ago
Teen Counselor
- Operation PAR, Inc.
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Saint Petersburg, FL
FULL_TIME
- ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: Operation PAR, Inc. is a non-profit organization offering the full continuum of services for individuals with substance use and/or mental health disorders. PAR has been providi...
- 5 Days Ago
Counselor for Juveniles
- Operation Par Inc.
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Saint Petersburg, FL
FULL_TIME
- ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: Operation PAR, Inc. is a non-profit organization offering the full continuum of services for individuals with substance use and/or mental health disorders. PAR has been providi...
- 6 Days Ago
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Licensed Mental Health Therapist (100% Remote)
- Included Health
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Tampa, FL
- Included Health is looking for a Remote Contract Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Th...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Front of House Team Member
- Chicken Salad Chick
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Saint Petersburg, FL
- Company Introduction: Chicken Salad Chick provides a delicious menu with a variety of 12 Chicken Salads, homemade sides,...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
LPN
- HCA
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Saint Petersburg, FL
- Introduction Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a(a...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Receptionist for Collision Center
- Crown Automotive
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Saint Petersburg, FL
- Crown Collision Center in St. Petersburg is hiring a Receptionist to answer incoming calls, welcome visitors and handle ...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Merchandise and Stocking Associate
- Wal-Mart
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Saint Petersburg, FL
- Position Summary... Do you like to work on your feet and keep things neat and organized? Our merchandising & stocking as...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Sales Associate
- Landing Company
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Saint Petersburg, FL
- POSITION: JEWELRY SALES ASSOCIATE LOCATION: ST. PETERSBURG, FL DURATION: FULL TIME & PART TIME COMPENSATION $33,200.00 -...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Sales Associate
- Hot Topic, Inc.
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Saint Petersburg, FL
- Join the loudest store in the mall! We're looking for music and pop culture fanatics to help create the best experience ...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Maintenance Porter
- SP Plus Corporation
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Saint Petersburg, FL
- Overview: SP+ is driven by Our Promise, Making Every Moment Matter for a World on the Go. Our team understands that time...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Saint Petersburg, Florida
St. Petersburg is a city in Pinellas County, Florida, United States. As of the 2015 census estimate, the population was 257,083, making it the fifth-most populous city in Florida and the largest in the state that is not a county seat (the city of Clearwater is the seat of Pinellas County).
St. Petersburg is the second-largest city in the Tampa Bay Area, after Tampa. Together with Clearwater, these cities comprise the Tampa–St. Petersburg–Clearwater Metropolitan Statistical Area, the second-largest in Florida with a population of around 2.8 million. St. Petersburg is located on the Pinellas pen...
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Income Estimation for Genetics Counselor jobs
$73,297 to $90,194
Saint Petersburg, Florida area prices
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What does a Genetics Counselor do?
Genetics Counselor in Kansas City, KS
From talking to our genetic counselor, advanced maternal age (being 35 or older) and advanced paternal age (not sure of the cut off) gets you automatically shunted into the 'go see the genetic counselor just for safety' category.
December 10, 2019
Genetics Counselor in Chattanooga, TN
Most people that seek out the services of a genetics counselor do so out of concern that a genetic disorder may be present in the family, because multiple pregnancies have been lost, or when an ultrasound suggests that a problem may be present.
February 10, 2020
Genetics Counselor in Santa Rosa, CA
Frequently Asked Questions About Genetic Counselors.
January 01, 2020