Are you excited by the prospect of working for an organization that truly values your contributions, provides opportunities for growth and development, AND gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families?

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The Program Therapist is an exempt position responsible for providing formal and informal counseling services to assist youth ages 15-22.

• Deliver individual, family, and group therapy sessions, conduct assessments, and provide crisis intervention as needed
• Ensure client rights are protected, and services comply with ethical and legal standards
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including progress notes and group activity logs.
• Provide weekly individual and group or family counseling based on the client's needs.
• Create a supporting treatment plan with specific goals, interventions, and parties responsible for attaining the goals identified by the client.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• $55,000 - $58,000 annual salary
• Flexible hours
• 15 PTO Days per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Healthcare Concierge
• Financial Wellness Program
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Immediate eligibility for 403b Savings Plan with 25% match
• Supplementary Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Specified Disease insurance
• Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Pet, Legal and Identity Theft programs
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• Mileage Reimbursement
• An opportunity to make the world a better place!

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Mental Health Counseling from an accredited university.
• Minimum of two (2) years' experience providing direct services to adolescents and young adults.
• Strong understanding of counseling theories and techniques for individuals and groups.
• Knowledge of human development, LGBTQ+ issues, and trauma-informed care principles.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of community organizations and resources, and the ability to collaborate to support client needs.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Provide timely crisis intervention and emergency response, including on-call support as required.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Flexibility to work in diverse indoor and outdoor settings across varying seasons and weather conditions.
• Use of personal vehicle to transport clients as needed.
• Must have a valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance coverage.

WHO WE ARE:

From babies to seniors, Gulf Coast JFCS serves all people in need, regardless of race, religion, culture or gender identity. Our programs span a broad human service spectrum, from behavioral and mental health, child welfare and adoption, family support, job and employment transition, housing, food, transportation or home care assistance for the elderly.

Gulf Coast JFCS offers an opportunity to gain field experience and direct client contact hours for both Bachelor's and Master's level practicums and internships. For license-eligible candidates, we offer both individual and group supervision from a Board-Certified qualified supervisor to fulfill state requirements at no cost to the employee.

Gulf Coast JFCS is an equal opportunity employer. Gulf Coast JFCS is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or inappropriate behavior. Gulf Coast JFCS will not tolerate discrimination against its employees on the basis of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, workers’ compensation status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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