Youth Outreach Services
Clinical Counselor
Youth Outreach Services, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Department:
Counseling (CBT-PSB)
Address:
3445 N. Central Ave., Chicago, IL 60634
Schedule:
Mon-Thurs 12p-8p; Fri 9a-5p. Some remote capability possible after probationary period.
Position Overview:
Looking for individuals who have a passion for social justice and disrupting systemic inequities! Under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor, the Adolescent/Family Counselor provides direct counseling services to adolescents and families. Complete all intake assessments, session notes, and other documentation as required by Medicaid and grant funders. Provide case management and service referrals to families as needed. Conduct community outreach and education regarding the program. Maintain client data as required by grant partners.
This program focuses on healing families by providing specialized counseling services to youth who have exhibited problematic sexual behavior (PSB). The goal of the program is to reduce incidents of PSB and prevent youth from having further involvement with the juvenile justice or child welfare systems. This is accomplished primarily through group counseling with some individual and family counseling. This program utilizes an evidence-based model in CBT PSB-A (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Problematic Sexual Behavior-Adolescents). We work in partnership with the Cook County Juvenile Court, DCFS, and other community providers to obtain referrals.
Position Opportunities:
Clinical supervision hours provided by the agency
Weekly team/group supervision with a focus on self-care/preventing burnout
Full training in the evidence-based model provided by the agency
Monthly consultation with expert partners regarding implementation, fidelity, and case issues
Chance to work with juvenile justice involved youth and reduce incidents of sexual harm in the community
Quarterly team-building activities
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or similar required; Master's Degree preferred
Some experience providing direct services to adolescents (counseling, case management, residential, mentoring, etc.) required
Experience with conducting group/family counseling preferred
Experience/knowledge of sexual health education and healthy sexual principles helpful
Spanish language ability helpful
Benefits, Full-time:
Health, Dental, Vision
Life Insurance
Short/Long-Term Disability options
403(b) Retirement
Paid Time off (PTO)
Mileage Reimbursement (exclusive to position)
Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
Youth Outreach Services is a drug-free workplace and compliance with this policy is a condition of employment and continued employment.
COVID-19 Policy: In compliance with Illinois Executive Order, Youth Outreach Services is requiring all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption. Approved exemptions will require weekly testing for COVID-19.
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Counseling (CBT-PSB)
Address:
3445 N. Central Ave., Chicago, IL 60634
Schedule:
Mon-Thurs 12p-8p; Fri 9a-5p. Some remote capability possible after probationary period.
Position Overview:
Looking for individuals who have a passion for social justice and disrupting systemic inequities! Under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor, the Adolescent/Family Counselor provides direct counseling services to adolescents and families. Complete all intake assessments, session notes, and other documentation as required by Medicaid and grant funders. Provide case management and service referrals to families as needed. Conduct community outreach and education regarding the program. Maintain client data as required by grant partners.
This program focuses on healing families by providing specialized counseling services to youth who have exhibited problematic sexual behavior (PSB). The goal of the program is to reduce incidents of PSB and prevent youth from having further involvement with the juvenile justice or child welfare systems. This is accomplished primarily through group counseling with some individual and family counseling. This program utilizes an evidence-based model in CBT PSB-A (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Problematic Sexual Behavior-Adolescents). We work in partnership with the Cook County Juvenile Court, DCFS, and other community providers to obtain referrals.
Position Opportunities:
Clinical supervision hours provided by the agency
Weekly team/group supervision with a focus on self-care/preventing burnout
Full training in the evidence-based model provided by the agency
Monthly consultation with expert partners regarding implementation, fidelity, and case issues
Chance to work with juvenile justice involved youth and reduce incidents of sexual harm in the community
Quarterly team-building activities
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or similar required; Master's Degree preferred
Some experience providing direct services to adolescents (counseling, case management, residential, mentoring, etc.) required
Experience with conducting group/family counseling preferred
Experience/knowledge of sexual health education and healthy sexual principles helpful
Spanish language ability helpful
Benefits, Full-time:
Health, Dental, Vision
Life Insurance
Short/Long-Term Disability options
403(b) Retirement
Paid Time off (PTO)
Mileage Reimbursement (exclusive to position)
Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
Youth Outreach Services is a drug-free workplace and compliance with this policy is a condition of employment and continued employment.
COVID-19 Policy: In compliance with Illinois Executive Order, Youth Outreach Services is requiring all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption. Approved exemptions will require weekly testing for COVID-19.
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