Family Support Counselor identifies and coordinates the delivery of support programs and solutions for families in crisis to meet their financial, educational, social, and emotional needs. Interviews families to assess needs and their eligibility for assistance programs and services. Being a Family Support Counselor helps to navigate the application process and outlines the requirements and benefits of programs or services. Advises about types of counseling services available and makes referrals to service providers. Additionally, Family Support Counselor may require a bachelor's degree in human services related field. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Family Support Counselor work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a Family Support Counselor typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Now hiring Counselors to work directly with Adolescents at our residential facility in Marienville, Pennsylvania. As a Counselor at Abraxas I, you will provide a full range of counseling, case management services and supervision to youth with delinquency needs, as you help BUILD BETTER FUTURES.
Salary: $20.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time
Shift: Combination of both Day & Evening shifts.
Days (7am-3pm) and Evenings (3pm-11pm)
Our workforce program provides additional opportunities for compensation outside of the 40-hour work week where a staff member may earn up to $300 per 4-hour shift.
Overtime opportunities available.
Who We Are:
Abraxas Youth & Family Services is a national nonprofit human services provider dedicated to Building Better Futures for at-risk youth, adults, and families. Our diversified array of services includes alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, shelter, detention, residential treatment and re-entry/transition services.
Since 1973, Abraxas team members have positively impacted the lives of those we serve and the communities in which they live.
Benefits & Perks:
We provide a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that offers the protection, peace of mind and flexibility designed to support you both at home and at work.
In this role, you will:
Provide direct supervision, leadership, and serve as a role model to clients while interacting in a therapeutic and meaningful manner.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans while shaping the course of treatment for assigned clients.
Coordinate and implement case management activities for assigned clients.
Provide individual, group, and family counseling.
Complete required documentation, such as progress and court reports, discharge summaries, treatment plans, etc.
Facilitate various treatment and life skills groups via standardized group curricula.
Participate in case consultation, treatment reviews, and other multi-disciplinary meetings for assigned clients, including court hearings.
Communicate and maintain regular contact with families and referral sources to provide updates of progress.
Hiring Requirements
Why Should You Consider Abraxas?
Equal Opportunity Employer
Abraxas Youth & Family Services, an affiliate of Apis Services Inc., offers a rewarding career for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Abraxas is a great place to start your career whether you have a high school diploma or GED, military experience, some college, or a bachelor or advanced degree. If you are interested in counseling, juvenile justice, psychology, social work, teaching or just want to make a difference, we have a career path for you.
Apis Services, Inc. provides administrative services to a variety of businesses and non-profit agencies so they can focus on their individual goals and missions. Apis serves 30 affiliates throughout the USA including locations in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Colorado, New Jersey, and North Carolina.
Join Us in Building Better Futures!
Interested in joining our outstanding team? If you have any questions, you can contact us by email at recruiting@jobsatabraxas.org