Family Counselor

Job Description

Job Description

Highfields is seeking a family counselor to provide solution-focused, home-based counseling services to children and families. You will be providing face-to-face services with clients in their homes in Branch County, Michigan. There is no expectation of being in the office to complete paperwork. **Office is located in Jackson, Michigan

Minimum Qualifications / Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral science.

• Experience in providing counseling services with children and families.
• Ability to show sensitivity to the service populations’ cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.

Essential Functions:

• Engage with children and families, assisting them to improve their functioning.
• Provide home-based counseling services to families at a level that is in compliance with the model and meets contractual expectations including unit thresholds and documentation requirements.
• Provide home-based counseling services to families at a level that is in compliance with the model and meets contractual expectations.
• Interact with clients in non-traditional settings and during non-traditional hours.
• Represent clients served and Highfields through interacting with referral sources.
  

Travel Requirements

• Extensive travel to clients’ homes is required.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must maintain adequate insurance coverage.
• Must have/maintain a valid driver’s license and minimal driving infractions

Benefits

• 4 weeks paid time off (accrual begins on first day)
• 11 Paid Holidays plus paid birthday and floating holiday
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Training Opportunitiestudent Loan Forgiveness through Work Eligibility
• Paid Mileage
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Mental Health Resources
• Inclusive Culture and Support for Wellness
• Short-Term Disability
• In-House Trainings
• A Family Work Environment

***Physical Requirements & Employee Testimonials attached