Counselor

Apis Services Inc•Jenks Township, PA

19d•$21•Onsite

About The Position

Abraxas I is hiring Education and Prevention Counselors to work directly with Adolescents at our residential facility in Marienville, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will provide a full range of counseling/case management services and supervision to youth with delinquency needs, as you help BUILD BETTER FUTURES.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and four years of related experience; OR
Associate’s degree/60 credits from an accredited college or university and two years of related experience; OR
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Must possess a valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License
Must be 21 years of age or older
Must be able to pass physical and pre-employment drug/alcohol screening
Must pass criminal background check investigation
Flexibility to work overtime as required.

Responsibilities

Provide direct supervision, leadership, and serve as a role model to clients while interacting in a therapeutic and meaningful manner.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans while shaping the course of treatment for assigned clients.
Coordinate and implement case management activities for assigned clients.
Provide individual, group, and family counseling.
Complete required documentation, such as progress and court reports, discharge summaries, treatment plans, etc.
Facilitate various treatment and life skills groups via standardized group curricula.
Participate in case consultation, treatment reviews, and other multi-disciplinary meetings for assigned clients, including court hearings.
Communicate and maintain regular contact with families and referral sources to provide updates of progress.