Detention Center Counselor
About The Position
Make a Difference Every Day — Become a Detention Center Counselor Are you looking for a role where you can truly change lives? Imagine being the reason a child smiles again, builds self-confidence, or discovers a new dream. As a Detention Center Counselor at Tanager, you won’t just have a job — you’ll have a purpose. Every interaction you have can shape a child’s future, helping them feel seen, supported, and safe. If you believe in the power of human connection, healing, and growth, this is your chance to help a child discover their potential. About Tanager Since 1879, we’ve been dedicated to supporting children and families in Linn County and as the first children's human services agency in the county, our mission continues to evolve with the needs of our community. Today, we serve over 4,000 children and teens annually through prevention, treatment, and outreach programs. We’re more than a non-profit — we’re a community of caregivers working together to Inspire, Empower, and Heal. Position Overview As a Detention Center Counselor you'll serve as member of the multidisciplinary team providing therapeutic services and support to children, families, and clients, while delivering direct care services that are: Client-centered Strengths-based Professional and compassionate This role focuses on increasing quality of life through traditional and innovative therapeutic services. You'll be serving as a member of the multidisciplinary team providing counseling services and support to children, families and staff at the Linn County Juvenile Detention Center. Why Choose Tanager? We care for the people who care for our kids. Full-time employees enjoy: Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance Financial Security: Retirement plan, employer-paid life, short & long-term disability Wellbeing Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Work-Life Balance: 10 paid holidays, Compassionate Leave, generous PTO policy We provide an already established client base, no need for you to recruit families Growth Support: annual training allotments to further education, professional development, tuition reimbursement and opportunities for advancement If you are a temporary licensed therapist, we encourage you to apply. We provide individual and group supervision towards your full licensure at no cost to you Convenient Pay: Weekly payroll Potential to earn more by exceeding billing requirements Independent contract positions have flexibility to establish preferred workload And most of all — the chance to inspire hope and make a lasting impact Qualifications Qualifications Current Iowa License Masters-level licensed therapist: LMSW, LISW, LMHC-t, LMHC, LMFT-t, LMFT. Ready to Inspire Hope? If you’re passionate about helping youth find their strength, voice, and purpose — Tanager is the place for you. Join a team where your work truly matters and where every day brings a new chance to make a positive impact. Apply today and start changing lives — including your own. Tanager is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Requirements
- Current Iowa License
- Masters-level licensed therapist: LMSW, LISW, LMHC-t, LMHC, LMFT-t, LMFT.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
- Retirement plan, employer-paid life, short & long-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 10 paid holidays, Compassionate Leave, generous PTO policy
- annual training allotments to further education, professional development, tuition reimbursement and opportunities for advancement
- individual and group supervision towards your full licensure at no cost to you
- Weekly payroll
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
