School-Based Counselor

Center for Youth Services•City of Rochester, NY

4d•$20 - $21

About The Position

The Chemical Dependency Prevention Counselor provides school-based crisis intervention, prevention counseling, and case management services to youth. Counseling may be individual, family, or group-based. The Counselor supports problem solving and provides information and referral services, and conducts comprehensive student assessments. In collaboration with the youth, the Counselor develops an Individual Service Plan covering services provided by the Counselor and school staff, as well as referrals to community agencies and school services. This is a full-time, 37.5-hour-per-week, 11-month position located at East High School. The pay rate is $20–$21 per hour. The Center for Youth describes its work as partnering with youth to realize their full potential by creating opportunities, removing barriers, and promoting social justice. The organization provides equal employment opportunities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and one year of counseling experience, or equivalent.
Knowledge of adolescent development issues.
Basic knowledge of counseling approaches and techniques, and crisis intervention.
Strong time management skills.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred.
CPP, ICSP, or CASAC credential, or advanced training in chemical dependency prevention preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct intake and assessments.
Provide individual and family prevention counseling.
Assess substance use or abuse, problem gambling, and other risk factors.
Coordinate and facilitate groups and workshops.
Provide crisis intervention and triage.
Provide case management.
Represent the agency and serve as a liaison at meetings, open houses, and health fairs.
Conduct outreach to the school.
Transport program participants when necessary and consistent with agency and school policy.
Develop an Individual Service Plan with each youth, including direct services and referral linkages.