Licensed Youth & Family Counselor

Description

1. Conducts clinical assessments of youth and young adults in the crisis program.
2. Participates in direct supervision of youth.  
3. Provides engagement and support to youth/families participating in the Crisis program and calling in for support.
4. Assists in developing and implementing the Individual Crisis Plan for both mental health and independent living goals.
5. Creates safety and behavioral plans with clients as needed. 
6. Maintains contact with guardians, children services and other support providers throughout client’s stay in the shelter.  
7. Completes individual psychoeducational, life-skill and family sessions. 
8. Completes accurate and timely documentation of assessments, progress notes, case updates and client discharges to ensure continuity of care and coordination with other crisis staff. 
9. Provides follow-up/aftercare support to client either via phone, or in person or virtually after discharge to support follow-through of discharge plan and ensure linkage to community resources
10. Meets productivity standards relative to shelter census. 
11. Makes referrals and recommendations in preparation for client discharge.
12. Fully documents assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans and case notes according to agency and professional standards.
13. Functions as an advocate for youth and families with Children Services, courts and other community agencies.
14. Attends client reviews to update treatment plans and ensure compliance with standards.
15. Attends weekly individual and group supervision, team meetings and required or recommended trainings as assigned by the clinical director.
16. Transports clients in agency-owned or personal vehicle as needed.
17. Serves on an agency committee.
18. Completes other duties as assigned.

Requirements

1. Bachelor or Master’s degree in Social Work required
2. LSW required
3. Minimum 2 years of experience in social work or related field preferred
4. Holds and maintains a valid driver’s license with a good driving record
5. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
6. Ability to problem solve, resolve conflict, and negotiate.
7. Computer literate with strong data entry skills.
8. Ability to relate to and have empathy for young people.
9. Self-starter/ works with minimal supervision.