Clinical Counselor – PINS Diversion Program

Reports to: PINS Supervisor
Employment Status:  Non-Exempt/Full Time
Salary Range: $50,000 – $55,000

Qualifications:

• Master’s level social worker, mental health counselor, marriage and family therapist or related clinical degree.
• Minimum of one year of post graduate direct service counseling work, or previous case management/internship experience(s) may be substituted.
• A commitment to human services as a profession.
• An understanding of and commitment to helping profession ethics.
• Is culturally competent.
• Ability to work independently.
• Current & valid NYS drivers’ license.
• Demonstrated ability in public speaking and program delivery.
• Current and valid NYS driver’s license.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assures high-quality client services.
• Provides direct service to clients – individuals, children, and families.
• Provides counseling to individuals, children, and families through individual and family counseling.
• Initiates both internal and external referrals to providers/agency services.
• Coordinates with referral providers and agencies.
• Develops, plans, and coordinates support groups with the PINS team.
• Maintains relationships with Herkimer County and with other referral sources.
• Updates job skills through professional development as needed.
• Contributes to team effort by performing other duties as assigned or those duties requested by supervisor.
• Maintains accurate client records and statistics.
• Maintains confidentiality of all clients.
• Abides by their affiliated Code of Ethics, such as the National Association of Social Workers.
• Maintains and promotes positive work environment.
• Assist families to explore community-based resources, services, support groups, and learning opportunities.
• Assist families to enrich family relationships and rebuild natural support systems.
• Collaborate with providers, referral sources and community supports. Coordinate, recruit as needed and facilitate family support groups.
• Make presentations to community groups.
• Participate in regular staff meetings and supervision.
• Complete documentation in a timely manner including assessments, demographic information, treatment plans, progress notes, etc
• Provide Programming to families – one on one and in group setting
• Establish and build relationships with community organizations and resources relating to the agency Mission/Vision.
• Attending local, regional and state committee/consortium/coalition meetings as relevant.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to, and respect for, the diverse cultural backgrounds and practices of volunteers, consumers and staff.
• Compile program statistics including monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
• Provide training to volunteers and referring professionals when needed.
• With the FPA assist in weekly family-friendly events throughout Herkimer County.
• Collaborate with Peers in other parts of the state especially through CFLR
• Participate as needed with the Peer Family Support Group.
• Provide material for website/Facebook postings and calendar updates.
• Attending CFLR staff meetings and other agency functions as required.
• Provide occasional transportation of program clients in accordance with CFLR’s transportation policy.
• Abide by HIPPA laws and State and County PINS Diversion regulations.
• Any other duties/tasks assigned by supervisor.