Mental Health Counselor *Urgently Hiring*

The Family Place empowers survivors of family violence by providing safe housing, counseling, and skills that create independence while building community engagement and advocating for social change to stop family violence.
Provide healing-centered therapy and support services to children and families affected by domestic violence, using evidence-based interventions to help survivors process trauma and build resilience. In this counseling role, you'll conduct crisis assessments and safety planning, deliver individual and group counseling using Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and other therapeutic modalities, facilitate psycho-education groups and parenting classes, and engage non-offending caregivers in treatment to strengthen family healing. Support clients through the legal process by attending court hearings, collaborating with case managers and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care, and maintaining accurate clinical documentation in accordance with professional standards.

If you're a licensed mental health professional passionate about trauma-informed care, dedicated to supporting survivors on their healing journey, and committed to making a measurable difference in the lives of children and families rebuilding after violence, join our compassionate clinical team.
Proactively engage non-offending caregivers in treatment to promote enhanced attachment, decreased symptoms, and improved safety for children.
Assist with adult intakes and counseling to ensure all clients are served in a timely manner.
Assessment & Safety Planning
Receive and assess intake calls from clients to determine immediate safety and crisis needs.
Maintain case files and client notes promptly by entering treatment plans, case notes, telephone consultations, and referrals into the Clients First database.
Comply with the therapy program policies and procedures manual.
Professional Development & Community Engagement
Participate in training programs, seminars, and workshops to update professional knowledge.
Attend agency-related domestic violence and ethics trainings.
Represent The Family Place and participate in community education, speaking engagements, and educational opportunities as requested.
Six (6) months to one (1) year of experience (paid or non-paid) in a shelter or clinical setting working with victims of domestic violence.
LPC-Associate or LMSW with secured Clinical Supervision.
Knowledge of domestic violence, child abuse, cultural diversity, and diverse socioeconomic levels of clients
Experienced in the area of domestic violence, child abuse, trauma, or related issues
Experience with individual counseling, group counseling, or play therapy
Ability to follow proper safety protocols and agency policies to ensure the safety and well-being of the clients.
Work must be performed in the agency office.

Foster a supportive environment, build trust, act with integrity, and expect transparent communication.
Excellence: We are known for our compassion and commitment to excellence, acting with urgency, and advocating for our clients and community.
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Multiple Life, AD&D, and Hospitalization in life insurance options
Retirement options through: 403b, agency matching, and HSA accounts
Generous paid time off and holidays
Benefits referenced above for Full-Time employees

This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.