Counselor, Family Advocacy & Support Services, Healthcare

Overview

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized nonprofit, faith-based organization, has a job opening for Counselor.

We offer competitive benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Hearing Insurance plans;
Group Life Insurance;
Retirement Benefits;
Education Assistance; and Paid Vacation Days.

• Manage and monitor an assigned caseload of clients participating in a rehabilitation program; develop program plans/goals and evaluate clients’ progress through regular meetings with clients and/or staff.
• Advocate for clients to obtain services that enable them to cope with their environment.
• Plan, schedule, coordinate, assign, instruct, supervise, monitor, evaluate, and provide hiring/firing recommendations for subordinate employees; ensure compliance with department policies and procedures.
• Maintain positive working relationships with city and county agencies to ensure consistent client referrals.
• Interview applicants to determine eligibility for program enrollment; prepare case histories, conduct needs assessments, establish goals, and refer applicants to other agencies when not appropriate for the program.
• Attend and present at community activities or other agencies to educate about The Salvation Army’s program, make client referrals, and monitor client progress.
• Provide alcohol/drug rehabilitative and Christian-based counseling; conduct initial counseling sessions, develop program plans, meet with clients regularly to ensure progress toward goals, and facilitate individual and group counseling sessions.
• Serve as liaison to hospitals, police departments, and other community agencies; prepare and maintain detailed client records.
• Prepare and maintain client files, progress records, assessment forms, monthly statistics, and progress notes; produce required reports and monthly statistical summaries.
• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate group crisis intervention counseling; conduct group activities, publicize availability, and provide individual crisis counseling as needed; document progress and enforce house rules as required.
• Plan, coordinate, instruct, and facilitate group classes (focus groups, life skills, anger management, relapse prevention, etc.) and bible study classes; coordinate and prepare weekly staff meetings; oversee GED classes.
• Coordinate life management classes to build coping skills and obtain guest speakers/workshop presenters as needed.
• Conduct regular alcohol and/or drug testing; recognize sobriety achievements; stay current with counseling techniques through ongoing education.
• Plan and establish transitional phases for program graduates; assist with discharge planning and housing resources; organize alumni activities.

• Proficiency in counseling techniques and the ability to interact with a variety of personalities.
• Knowledge of drugs, their street names, effects, and related counseling considerations; ability to interact effectively with men in the program and communicate with diverse personalities.
• Ability to utilize various computer programs and maintain accurate client records; capability to multi-task and manage concurrent activities; enforce policies tactfully and courteously.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration or related field, and four to five years of experience in counseling, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

• Driver’s License Required
• Certified Addiction Counselor (Certificate)

Ability to use sound judgment, meet attendance requirements, read/write/communicate in English, perform basic math, and operate office equipment. Ability to sit for extended periods with some walking or standing; light physical effort typical of office work.

Work is performed in a normal office environment with minimal physical discomforts.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee to undermine its religious mission.

To apply, please select the “Apply Now” icon at the bottom of this posting.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

When an application is selected for review, typically only applicants who indicate the required education and experience will be considered. Please fully complete the application, answer questions completely and honestly, and upload a resume when available. If accommodation is needed for the application or interview process, please contact a Human Resources representative at the applicable location.

We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army!