Masters Level Youth Counselor

The Henry & Rilla White Foundation • Gainesville, FL

9h

About The Position

The Henry & Rilla White Youth Foundation, a non-profit human services organization, is seeking a masters-level counselor to work in the Gainesville, FL area serving DJJ Circuit 8. The Program will include screening, evaluating, treating, and case management of youth referred by the Department of Juvenile Justices. The position will begin as a part time employee. Applicant will be responsible for setting their own schedule and will have the ability to work virtually on case by case basis. Willingness to work in other areas could increase the positions available working hours. This program is growing as referrals are being sent in by the Department of Juvenile Justice, this position could grow into a full time position in the very near future if applicant desires. The position will include screening, evaluating, treating, and case management of youth. Counselors will be responsible for scheduling youth's initial evaluation and subsequent sessions. Counselors will receive comprehensive initial and ongoing training in the Trauma Focus- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), as well as weekly clinical supervision with a licensed supervisor.

Requirements

• Master's Degree from an accredited college or University in counseling, social work, psychology, mental health counseling, marriage and family therapy or related field.

Nice To Haves

• Training and experience in Cognitive-Behavioral therapy, structural family therapy, and other behaviorally-based treatments are preferred (but not required).

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health or substance abuse, therapy services based on the youth's individualized risks, treatment needs, and strengths as identified after the completion of a diagnostic Mental Health and Substance Abuse Evaluation.
• Complete a Treatment plan
• Complete a Treatment plan review each month.
• Complete a Progress Report/monthly summary note Monthly
• Attend weekly supervision meetings in person, by phone, or SKYPE with licensed supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees