Family Support Counselor / Homebuilders Full Time

Kids In Distress is looking to hire a full-time Family Support Counselor to provide intensive Family Preservation Services using the HOMEBUILDERS model, including crisis intervention, counseling, skill building, concrete services, and advocacy. This is a great opportunity for somebody that has excellent communication skills, loves working with children and families, and is looking to work flexible hours including some evening and weekend hours.

We offer competitive salaries and full-time employees are eligible to receive a generous benefits plan, including medical, dental, life, vision, a flexible spending account (FSA), short and long-term disability, a matching 401(k) plan, holiday pay, and, after the first year of employment, accrued paid vacation time. If this sounds like the right counseling position for you, apply today!

In addition, you will receive a SIGN-ON INCENTIVE OF 40 HOURS OF VACATION TIME OFF AFTER SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF YOUR 90 DAYS PROBATIONARY PERIOD, TO BE TAKEN WITHIN YOUR FIRST YEAR OF EMPLOYMENT.

ABOUT THE HOMEBUILDERS PROGRAM
KID Homebuilders is an evidence-based program designed to strengthen families in order to prevent out-of-home child placements. KID Homebuilders families have children in imminent danger of removal due to child abuse, neglect, family conflict, juvenile delinquency, or other factors. The Homebuilders Family Support Counselor serves two families at a time following the Homebuilders standards.

Typical Working Conditions: work is performed in an office environment, the community and client homes; requires extensive travel to client homes and throughout the community. Requires working flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends. Must be available for emergencies if one arises to families/caregivers on their case load.

Skills / Requirements

• Bachelors degree or Graduate degree in Social Work or related field, and at least two (2) years of experience working with children and families.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with no restrictions; good driving record (no serious infractions); vehicle in good working condition; automobile liability insurance that meets minimum agency requirements.
• Meet state / contract requirements for transporting clients and for unrestricted access to children (e.g., no crimes or negative actions that would affect background clearance, no driving infractions that prohibit transportation of clients).
• Commitment to the HOMEBUILDERS model.
• Ability to work with diverse individuals.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain client confidentiality.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Must live in designated service area.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.