Community-Based Prevention Counselor

Center for Youth Services•Rochester, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Community-Based Counselor is responsible for providing ongoing individual and family counseling to youth/families seeking Center services. The Community-Based Counselor will complete the comprehensive assessment begun by the triage/intake counselor. The average caseload of a Community-Based Counselor is 15/20 cases. Community-Based Counselors provide crisis intervention, family counseling, and information and referral services as needed. This position will deliver Prevention Counseling services throughout the various Runaway and Homeless Youth Programs at The Center for Youth and other community partner programs.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or related field AND 2 years' related experience OR equivalent combination
Strong knowledge of and experience in providing chemical dependency and problem gambling prevention counseling
Strong literacy and communication skills
Strong knowledge of adolescent development including positive youth development, asset development, risk reduction, and protective factors
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office
Advanced knowledge of Internet Explorer
A valid driver's license
Automobile insurance that meets agency insurance carrier requirements

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree preferred
CPP/ ICPS/ CASAC or advanced training in chemical dependency prevention preferred

Responsibilities

Assessment and Intake
Individual and family counseling
Assessment of substance use/abuse, problem gambling and other risk factors
Crisis Intervention
Referral Readiness and Referral
Provide chemical dependency and gambling prevention counseling, groups, and activities
Youth Advocacy
Parent Group Facilitation (research/science-based curricula)
Maintenance of Client Confidentiality
Community outreach and networking with other agencies/providers
Individual and Group Supervision Participation
Transportation of Clients, when required