Family Counselor (MST)

Youth Villages • Morristown, TN

102d • $52,000 - $60,000

About The Position

Youth Villages has been a national leader in the 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

• Master’s degree in social services field is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in social services field is required.
• Experience working with at-risk youth and/or families in a volunteer, internship, or paid position; clinical experience is preferred.
• Willingness/desire to maintain an untraditional schedule.
• Strong writing skills and experience with electronic documentation.
• Acceptable driving record - Three or fewer moving violations within the past 36 months.

Responsibilities

• Carries a caseload of 4-5 families.
• Intensive treatment requires counselor to meet with each family at least three times per week.
• Develops individualized treatment plans for each case.
• Ongoing assessments and reviews of treatment progress are performed on a regular basis.
• Documents all sessions within a pre-established cycle time.
• Providing after hours support to youth and families utilizing a rotating on-call schedule.
• Drive up to 60-80 miles to meet with families in the home.
• Counselors provide treatment in individual families' homes in a wide array of settings and communities.
• Works closely with multiple types of clinical supervision provided in individual and group settings led by trained and licensed MST professionals.
• Develops strong community relationships and resources with which to provide families as part of treatment.

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