PRN Crisis Response Counselor

Youth Villages • Cookeville, TN

96d • $20 - $22

About The Position

Youth Villages has been a national leader in the adoption and 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 35+ 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

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in either Social Work or Psychology with relevant experience is required.
• A mental health or clinical master’s degree is preferred.
• Other social service BA degrees may be considered if within 6 months of graduating with a mental health or clinical master’s degree.
• Licensure is preferred (LMSW, LCSW, LPC, LMFT).
• One year of relevant experience is preferred.
• Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule.
• Counselors must have their own vehicle to use for work purposes as well as have liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide mobile crisis response and thorough, strength-based assessment of children and families in crises in their natural environments.
• Utilize crisis respite homes when appropriate.
• Provide ongoing treatment and intervention to maintain the families until appropriate services are secured.
• Work non-traditional hours.
• Have flexibility in your schedule.
• Work well with others in a highly supervised atmosphere.
• Document that is online / web-based and available to you from home.
• Collaborate with adult crisis teams and community consumers.
• Serve a 60+ mile radius from the office.
• Attend meetings on days off if required.

Benefits

• Mileage Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree