YOUTH DEVELOPMENT COUNSELOR
PREFERRED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH OF NEW JERSEY•Brick Township, NJ
•$0 - $48,728•Onsite
About The Position
Preferred Behavioral Health Group (PBHG) is seeking a Youth Development Counselor to join their award-winning team, recognized as one of "THE BEST PLACES TO WORK IN NEW JERSEY" for 2024. PBHG is a leading non-profit behavioral health organization in New Jersey with a mission to change and save lives through a Trauma Informed Care culture. They are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive team where employees feel valued and encouraged to grow. This is an exciting opportunity for a rewarding career within a recognized "Best Place to Work" organization.
Requirements
- MA or MS from accredited institution in mental health related field (i.e. clinical mental health counseling, social work, etc.)
- LSW / LAC
- Driver's License in good standing
- Proficiently develops treatment plans and monitors clinical progress
- Collaboratively works with other staff and builds professional relationships
- Exhibits strength in counseling skills and crisis intervention
- Demonstrates empathy and compassion
- Proficiently communicates- written and verbal
Responsibilities
- Provide individual, group, and family counseling
- Engage with other counselors and school staff to consult and collaborate on treatment plans and programming
- Provides timely and effective advocacy, consultation, services coordination, evaluation, written reports and phone contact to community resources and related professionals as required by SBYP standards and client needs.
- Facilitate evidenced-based programming and groups/clubs
- Keeps efficient and up-to-date clinical documentation
Benefits
- Medical and Dental Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Disability and Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary Benefits, such as Vision Insurance, Aflac, Pet Insurance
- Training opportunities
- Employee Referral Bonus program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
