LifeWorksof Austin, TX is looking for a Counselorto join our Resolution Counseling team! The Resolution Counseling program is dedicated to creating a safe community by ending domestic violence and advocating for relationships based on equality and respect. Resolution Counseling offers psycho-educational groups for adults who have been abusive towards their partners. Group goals include taking responsibility for violent and abusive behavior, understanding the dynamics of power and control, learning adaptive communication and conflict resolution skills, and managing emotions in non-aggressive ways.
The Counselor position with Resolution Counseling is an excellent opportunity to gain and/or grow experience working with under-served populations. You can also expect to be working in a dynamic, innovative, strategic, and visionary organization, alongside experts in the field, and with a supportive leadership team.
This full time, exempt position earns a competitive rate and benefits, including, 24 PTO days per year (accrued); 15 paid holidays per year; a free employee medical plan with $100 per month HSA contribution (plus other affordable employee or family medical, dental, and vision options!); a retirement savings plan with 50% match on the first 6% of contributions, and much more!
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides group counseling and individual counseling as needed.
Provides crisis intervention with clients based on individual program needs.
Administers client services providing: intake, assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, record keeping and documentation, case management, evaluation and follow-up, and by contacting necessary collaterals. Provides appropriate referrals; keeps apprised of available community resources.
Monitors program participants and maintains documentation of all services in accordance with agency and funding requirements.
Provides community outreach as required by individual program.
Follows licensure requirements as determined by program, agency, and/or grants.
QUALIFICATIONS
Requires a Masters degree in Social Work, Counseling or a related field;
Holds initial licensure (ex: LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A) or is able of obtain within 6 months of hire;
Requires 6+ months direct clinical experience; or
Equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual in Spanish/English.
1+ year of experience conducting conflict resolution groups, such as a BIPP program or similar.
40 hours of documented domestic violence training within the last two years.
Certification to provide clinical supervision.
ABOUT LIFEWORKS
With more than 50 years of experience working with youth experiencing homelessness, youth aging out of foster care, young adults, and young parents, we are a fearless advocate for youth and families seeking their path to self-sufficiency. Lifework’s goal is to be able to provide clients with the resources they need a place to call home, the chance to heal, and the opportunity to learn and to work. We have one of the most comprehensive continuums of housing and support options for vulnerable youth in the country. We are committed to innovative problem solving, shared accountability and a relentless focus on achieving real, sustainable, and measurable results for the clients we serve. A career at LifeWorks offers opportunities to grow and develop your professional skills while making an immediate difference in the lives of youth and families in our community.
