Community Based Counselor

George Junior Republic•Warren, PA

56d•$41,080 - $53,240•Onsite

About The Position

George Junior Republic Preventative Aftercare provides home-based services to at-risk children, youth, adolescents, and their families, with the goal of keeping families together. This mobile position serves Warren County, Pennsylvania, and supports families in establishing safety, permanency, stability, and well-being. The counselor provides intensive and truancy services and trauma-informed care to a caseload of seven to ten families referred by Children & Youth Services and/or Juvenile Probation. Services take place in community settings, schools, and homes. The role uses evidence-based practices and varied treatment modalities to engage families and prioritizes collaboration with schools, mental health agencies, substance abuse services, public assistance programs, and other community support organizations.

Requirements

For the Mental Health Worker role: a bachelor's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field.
For the Mental Health Worker role: at least two years of experience in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field.
For the Mental Health Professional role: a master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field.
Must live in or near Warren County.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Act 33/34 clearances and FBI clearances.
Ability to work a non-traditional schedule.

Nice To Haves

Professional licensure preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide intensive services, truancy services, and trauma-informed care to families.
Serve a caseload of seven to ten families referred by Children & Youth Services and/or Juvenile Probation.
Deliver services in community settings, schools, and homes.
Use evidence-based practices and varied treatment modalities to engage families.
Collaborate with schools, mental health agencies, substance abuse services, public assistance programs, and other community support organizations.