Family Advocate Counselor - Part-time

Job Description

Job Description

CORA Services is a dynamic and growing not for profit organization in Philadelphia. For more than 50 years, CORA has served children and families experiencing emotional, academic and social challenges that impact their development and productivity. Our mission is to empower children, young people and families to thrive through quality and compassionate service.

CORA is seeking a Part-time Family Advocate Counselor for our Clinical Division. The Family Advocate Counselor is responsible for providing counseling services to adolescents, children and family members, as well as case management services as appropriate. 

Starting Hourly Pay: $24.73 (actual pay rate is commensurate with experience)

This position is a hybrid 20-hour per week position, with the need for two evenings in person, to see clients. 

All CORA team members are expected to uphold the mission, vision and values of CORA Services which includes valuing all individuals and supporting each individual’s potential for growth.

In addition, as a Part-time Family Advocate Counselor your duties will include:

• Provide individual, group and family counseling in the Agency or approved schools/alternate sites as appropriate.
• Advocate for clients in obtaining appropriate support services.
• Seek out and provide consultation with other professionals as needed.
• Initiate and recommend appropriate referrals as needed.
• Adhere to Agency and funding source guidelines concerning caseload requirements and accountability.
• Generate and prepare all required statistical reports in a timely fashion.
• Participate in all necessary interdisciplinary functions and meetings.
• Establish and maintain close working relationships with school/community representatives in assigned geographical areas as appropriate.
• Adhere to training requirements established by Agency or other regulatory entities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Clinical Supervisor, as needed.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Master’s level degree in one of the helping professions
• Education or experience in family systems intervention/service essential

EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Documented experience in treatment or intervention counseling services required
• Working knowledge of delinquency prevention concepts and the effects of substance use essential
• One year experience in youth service setting preferred.

CORA Services Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.