Overview
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Company overview : Youth Villages has been a national leader in the adoption and implementation of research-based treatment philosophies in the field of children's mental and behavioral health. Our commitment to helping troubled children and their families find success spans 30+ years and includes a comprehensive array of programs and services.
Program overview : Our Specialized Crisis Services program serves children and adolescents under the age of 18 who are experiencing a crisis (suicidal, homicidal, physical aggression, or psychosis). The program focuses on working with the client, family, and other key participants to assess risks versus protective factors to keep everyone safe, using the least restrictive environment. The SCS program uses a systematic treatment model with a focus on the family, and includes training staff in assessment, crisis management, in-home treatment, and respite care.
Position responsibilities
- Provide mobile crisis response and thorough, strength-based assessment of children and families in crises in their natural environments.
- Utilize crisis respite homes when appropriate.
- Provide ongoing treatment and intervention to maintain the families until appropriate services are secured.
- Work non-traditional hours and maintain flexibility in your schedule.
- Collaborate well with others in a highly supervised atmosphere.
- Complete documentation online / web-based and accessible remotely.
- Collaborate with adult crisis teams and community partners.
- Counselors may serve a 60+ mile radius from the office and may be required to attend meetings on days off.
Qualifications
A Master\'s degree in a clinical or mental health discipline is required; candidates within 6 months of graduating may be considered (degrees include Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy; other degrees evaluated on a case-by-case basis).One year of clinical experience with youth preferred.Applicants who are provisionally licensed or working toward licensure strongly preferred (LMSW, LCSW, LPC, LMFT).Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills; ability to manage multiple priorities; basic computer knowledge; flexible schedule.Counselors must have their own vehicle with liability insurance and an acceptable driving record (three or fewer moving violations in the past 36 months).Benefits and compensation
Salary : $20 - $22 per hour, based on education.
Additional information
Schedules vary and will be discussed in detail during the interview process. Travel may be required for some in-person assessments.Youth Villages\' SCS teams are based in multiple cities (Memphis, Paris, Dyersburg, Jackson, Nashville, Columbia, Cookeville, Clarksville, Dickson, Chattanooga, Johnson City, Morristown, Knoxville).Employment details
Seniority level : Entry levelEmployment type : Full-timeJob function : Health Care ProviderWe are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type. We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and services for the communities we serve.
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