Crisis Response Counselor - Master's Required

Youth Villages • Chattanooga, TN

137d • $52,000 - $60,000

About The Position

Youth Villages has been a national leader in the adoption and implementation of research-based treatment philosophies in the field of children's mental and behavioral health. Our commitment to helping troubled children and their families find success spans 30+ years and includes a comprehensive array of programs and services. If you are looking for a positive career move where you are meeting the challenges of life and striving to make a positive difference, then Youth Villages is the place for you. We are looking for people with a strong sense of purpose and focus to continually build confidence in yourself and our organization.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in a clinical or mental health discipline is required. Degree must be eligible to pursue clinical licensure.
• One year of clinical experience with youth preferred.
• Applicants who are provisionally licensed or working towards licensure are strongly preferred (LMSW, LCSW, LPC, LMFT).
• Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule.
• Counselors must have their own vehicle to use for work purposes as well as have liability insurance.
• Acceptable driving record - Three or fewer moving violations within the past 36 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide mobile crisis response and thorough, strength-based assessment of children and families in crises in their natural environments.
• Utilize crisis respite homes when appropriate.
• Provide ongoing treatment and intervention to maintain the families until appropriate services are secured.
• Work non-traditional hours.
• Have flexibility in your schedule.
• Work well with others in a highly supervised atmosphere.
• Document that is online / web-based and available to you from home.
• Collaborate with adult crisis teams and community consumers.
• Counselors may serve a 60+ mile radius from the office.
• Counselors may be required to attend meetings on their days off.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision.
• 401(k).
• 2 weeks paid vacation.
• 12 paid sick days per year.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable).
• Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision.
• Growth & development through continuous training.
• Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Master's degree