Family Counselor

Family Counselor

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 Opportunities Student 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