Counselor in the Schools

Position: Part Time Counselor in the Schools (13 Hours per week)

Department: Clinical Services

Reports to: Associate Clinical Director, East Region (Fort Wayne)

Supervises: None

FLSA and Employee Status: Non-exempt, Part-time or Subcontractor

Position Summary: The employee in this position provides competent, faith-oriented, effective, and evidence based mental health services. Therapy may include psychoeducational activities, school counseling curriculum, and interventions designed to assist the student in the reduction of symptoms.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Perform duties according to the 1) ethical and professional standards and policies of Catholic Charities; 2) ethics of chosen field of study; 3) values and tenets of Catholic Social Teaching
• Implements various theoretical treatments and protocols to provide guidance and appropriately address client situations
• Performs crisis intervention as needed; may be before or after regular working hours
• Complies with and maintains all aspects of HIPAA compliance
• Maintains all records including consent forms, progress notes, and classroom sessions in Client Track, and hard files
• Provides class and staff presentations on pertinent mental health issues and preventive education in areas identified by the school
• Effectively supports and carries out all policies and procedures, as well as decisions made by the agency's leadership and function as a positive and supportive member of the agency's team
• Demonstrates the necessary attitudes, knowledge, and skills to deliver culturally competent services and work effectively in cross-cultural situations
• Provides client-centered and family-centered approaches and are delivered through individualized treatment planning and classroom curriculum.
• Presents tailored classroom psychoeducational presentations as well as develop specific workshops for students and/or faculty on Social Emotional Learning Topics.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree required
• Must be eligible for and working towards LMHC or Licensed School Counselor in state of Indiana. Full licensure preferred.
• Successful candidate must possess familiarity with and demonstrate respect for the Catholic faith, Catholic sacred tradition, and possess a dedication to advancing our Catholic mission
• Ability to work independently and effectively to provide services with limited supervision
• Must be able to work the school year: August 1st to Memorial Day or the last day of the academic year

Skills:

• Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders
• Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis and treatment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office 365

Conditions Of Employment:

• Have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record and valid auto insurance coverage.
• Successful completion of federal and state background checks
• Successful completion of child welfare screening
• Successful completion of drug and Mantoux (TB) screens
• Comply with the agency's mission, code of ethics, Catholic Social Teaching, policies and procedures, and confidentiality

Physical Requirements: The Americans with Disabilities Act requires that we identify the general aptitudes and physical requirements needed to perform the job listed above. Individuals who hold this position must be able to perform all essential job functions unaided or with reasonable accommodation.

• Must have ability to reason and make judgements, to understand and follow oral and written instruction, to guide and/or give instructions, and to make decisions in accordance with established procedures and policies.
• Physical strength: must have ability to life, push/pull, and hold/carry 25 lbs.