Senior Counselor-Intensive Family Preservation- Manchester

Senior Counselor-Intensive Family Preservation
- Manchester

Manchester, CT, USA

Wheeler's vision is that all people will have the opportunity to grow, change and live healthier, productive lives. Our mission is to provide equitable access to innovative care that improves health, recovery and growth at all stages of life.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Counselor provides direct services, case management, and coordination of care to an assigned caseload of individuals/families. This position assists in accessing needed supports and resources in the community, facilitates ongoing communication and advocacy between the family, DCF, school, probation and any other involved supports or service providers. The role may also facilitate or co‑facilitate groups in accordance with standard practice.

$4,000 Sign‑on Bonus! Half paid upon hire and half paid at one year of service!

Hourly Rate: $21

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

BA/BS degree in Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling or a related field is required. Previous experience working with client populations with mental health and/or co‑occurring substance use disorders. Effective time management, strong verbal and written communication skills are required.

Valid driver's license is required. Safely operates vehicle in the community, based on program needs.

LOCATION

Manchester, CT

SCHEDULE

Full time

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

At Wheeler, we’re committed to not only supporting your career growth but also ensuring your well‑being and security. Here’s how we invest in you:

Nurture Your Health:

• Comprehensive medical and prescription insurance through Centivo
• Comprehensive dental and vision insurance through Cigna
• Access to wellness programs to support your physical and mental health

Secure Your Future:

• Enjoy peace of mind with company‑paid life and AD&D insurance
• 403(b) Plan, with contributions from the company

Fuel Your Career Growth:

• Pursue your educational goals with our Education Reimbursement Program
• Access training and development opportunities, including supervision towards licensure
• Get reimbursed for licensure

Maintain Work‑Life Harmony:

• Recharge with generous paid time off, including:
• 15 vacation days per year to explore and recharge
• 8 sick days per year for your well‑being
• 2 personal days per year for your personal needs
• 2 floating holidays per year to celebrate what matters to you
• 9 paid company holidays to spend with loved ones
• Access free and confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop case management plans or plans of care and provide direct case management services and/or coordination of care specific to each assigned client and/or family (biological, foster and/or other caretakers as indicated), including interventions necessary to increase the probability of treatment completion, build on strengths of the client and/or family and to improve life functioning. Submit and review documentation as defined by program.

Provide front‑line crisis support to individuals and/or families in the program by phone, in‑home and/or in the community as needed based on initial assessment of the presenting concerns and program practice parameters. Problem‑solve by interpreting and adapting guidelines in the field and reviewing situational details and assessment with supervisor for a second opinion and consultation.

Make decisions based on interpretation of the data presented and/or refine the methods and techniques used. Use judgment to interpret and adapt program guidelines/procedures based on specific concerns/needs/problems presented by client/family.

Determine the processes and methods to follow based on assessment of the client/family presentation and their strengths; take a course of action from varying alternatives to provide client/family‑centered support and care.

Provide group, individual and/or family counseling to clients with appropriate supervision and coordinate treatment phases with internal and/or external service providers.

Maintain records of counseling, coordination of care, child and family team meetings and/or case management activities for reporting and tracking…