Family Link Therapist (St. John's)

Youth Crisis Center Inc • St. Augustine, FL, US, FL

13h • $50,000 - $55,000

About The Position

Provides short-term counseling with an emphasis on prevention. Works with individuals, families, and groups to promote optimum mental and emotional health. Counseling may address family dynamics, parenting, communication, suicidal or homicidal ideations, anger management, self-esteem, peer-related concerns, grief and loss, behavioral issues, mental health, and school-related issues. Services are provided in the office, community, or schools.

The role requires knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences; learning and motivation; psychological or social work research methods; behavioral and affective disorder assessment and counseling; individual, family, and group therapy; English language conventions; psycho-educational instruction; group dynamics and cultural influences; and counseling rules and ethics. Important skills include active listening, awareness of others’ reactions, reasoning through alternative solutions, a desire to help others, and applying new information to problem-solving. Abilities include clear verbal communication, understanding spoken information, recognizing when problems exist, and synthesizing information into general conclusions.

The position requires a master's degree in social work, mental health counseling, or a related area from an accredited college or university recognized by the Florida Department of Education, along with two years of related social work or counseling experience with at-risk youth and families. Licensed-eligible status in Florida is preferred. A valid Florida driver's license and safe driving record are required. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The work is sedentary, with sitting approximately 70 percent of the time and occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions.

Requirements

• Master's degree in social work, mental health counseling, or a related area of study from an accredited college or university recognized by the Florida Department of Education.
• Two years of related experience in social work or counseling with at-risk youth and families.
• Valid Florida driver's license and safe driving record.
• Knowledge of human behavior, individual differences, learning and motivation, and psychological or social work research methods.
• Knowledge of assessment and counseling modalities for behavioral and affective disorders, and principles and methods for individual, family, and group therapy.
• Knowledge of English language structure and content, including spelling, composition, and grammar.
• Knowledge of psycho-educational instruction, group behavior and dynamics, societal trends, cultures, and counseling rules and ethics.
• Skills in active listening, understanding others' reactions, reasoning through alternative solutions, helping people, and applying new information to problem-solving.
• Ability to communicate clearly, understand spoken information, recognize when something is wrong, and synthesize information into general rules or conclusions.
• Basic and/or advanced computational skills may be necessary.

Nice To Haves

• Licensed-eligible in the State of Florida.

Responsibilities

• Complete NIRVANA or another identified needs assessment and goal plan through interview, observation, and client and guardian input within the timeframe set by the supervisor or agency policy.
• Enter data and submit required data-entry instruments to the quality improvement department completely, accurately, and within established timeframes.
• Prepare, maintain, and document all components of client files according to clinical and documentation requirements and within required timeframes.
• Close cases and files, completing all discharge data entry and documentation requirements in a timely manner.
• Manage client length of service effectively by evaluating needs, establishing goals with measurable objectives, and providing services that address identified problems.
• Conduct outreach efforts, demonstrated through referrals and/or professional contacts for supervisor follow-up.
• Open the defined number of cases each month as set by the supervisor.
• Demonstrate organizational and time-management skills through timely responses to emails, deadlines, and requests, and attention to detail.
• Use critical thinking, flexibility, creativity, and ingenuity to meet expectations and address client- and task-oriented challenges.
• Maintain a positive and professional workplace manner and provide excellent customer service to clients, colleagues, and the community.
• Complete training objectives within established timeframes.
• Attend work-related meetings as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level