Counselor

About This Role

Caring for families in the child welfare system is the core of this counseling role, which assesses needs and provides individual and family psychotherapy services within the FAST program. This position focuses on delivering evidence-based, recovery-oriented treatment to strengthen family relationships, improve communication, and support positive outcomes for youth and their families.

Responsibilities

• Conduct therapeutic visits including individual, family, group, and multi-family sessions
• Strengthen family relationships by improving communication and supporting treatment progress
• Review and implement service treatment plans based on client needs and update as necessary
• Deliver structured, goal-oriented sessions aligned with treatment plans
• Assist families in accessing community resources, natural supports, and aftercare services
• Maintain regular communication with families and interdisciplinary team members
• Complete required reports, documentation, and case updates in a timely manner
• Document attendance, participation, and comprehension of services on the same day
• Demonstrate cultural competence and sensitivity to diverse populations
• Attend and present reports during Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings
• Track and report mileage for job-related travel
• Complete a minimum of 24 hours of annual job-related training
• Participate in program meetings, in-service trainings, and team communications
• Attend a minimum of 4 hours of supervision monthly, including individual and group supervision
• Ensure safety, health, and welfare of clients and staff
• Model program expectations and maintain professional standards
• Act as a positive role model and mentor to families and team members
• Address and respond appropriately to negative behaviors

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Human Services, or related field
• Minimum of 2 years full-time experience providing services to child welfare populations
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Valid Arizona driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Proof of personal vehicle insurance and registration
• Ability to pass DCS clearance with no substantiated reports
• Ability to pass background check, drug screening, and physical exam if required
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Current CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain

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