Full time – 40 Hours per week
The Counselor is responsible for providing clinical assessment and intensive, specialized mental health treatment to child and adolescent victims of abuse and neglect and exposure to domestic violence. The Counselor will also provide counseling to family members of victims, as needed, to enhance the effectiveness of the treatment of the child/adolescent victim. The Counselor may also provide interventions to children under 12 presenting with problematic sexual behavior interventions. This position is supported by a partnership with ReadyKids and Foothills Children’s Advocacy Center (FCAC), and the services will be provided at FCAC.
COMPENSATION/BENEFITS
- Salary: Starting at $65,000
- For employee-only coverage, ReadyKids pays 90–100% of health insurance premiums and 100% of dental and life insurance premiums
- Voluntary vision and supplemental insurance
- Generous paid vacation and sick leave; paid holidays
- Employer-matched retirement plan
This position is eligible for a Google Voice number due to the nature of communication that is required to effectively perform their job responsibilities.
Open until filled. ReadyKids is seeking a diverse pool of applicants; all are encouraged to apply. Email cover letter and CV/resume to Ashley Wood at awood@readykidscville.org. ReadyKids is a drug-free workplace. EOE/ADA/AA.
Deadline to apply: Open until filled
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
- Masters Degree in counseling, social work, or related field.
- State licensure required.
- Minimum of 4 years’ experience working with children, adolescents, and families.
- Knowledge of treatment needs of abused and neglected children.
- Knowledge of theory and practice in the area of child and adolescent development and age-appropriate intervention strategies.
- Knowledge of and/or willingness to obtain training in working with children with problematic sexual behaviors (under 12yo).
- Ability to organize time effectively and to meet assigned work demands.
- Strong leadership skills and desire to take initiative.
- Ability to work independently.
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