Outreach Counselor

Love Where You Work Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient and strong. We are driven by Positivity which inspires us to be our best and to go above and beyond for our patients, for one another, and for our community. If you're ready for a rewarding new career, join Team Bronson and be part of the experience. About the Role The Outreach Counselor, supervised by the Sexual Assault Services System Manager, delivers counseling and related services to sexual assault victims and their non-perpetrating significant others. This includes outreach counseling for victims in rural areas. The role involves providing support, advocacy services, collecting statistics, submitting reports, collaborating with community agencies and volunteers, and performing other duties as necessary. Additionally, this employee oversees student interns at both the Master's and Bachelor's levels. Qualifications Five-six years formal education or training required. Master's Degree in Social Work or Human Services related field required with two years' experience in crisis intervention and counseling, with experience in sexual assault issues, including the ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and to relate to survivors in a patient, empathetic and non-judgmental manner. Master's degree candidates with related experience will be considered. Licensed master's level social work or counseling degree required, such as LMSW, LLMSW, LLPC, LPC, or licensed psychology (must be in good standing and valid in the state of Michigan). Responsibilities Provides counseling and counseling related services to victims of sexual assault and their non-perpetrating significant others in individual and group settings. Provides outreach counseling to victims within the regional service area for SAS, including Calhoun, Kalamazoo, Van Buren, St. Joseph, Cass, Eaton, Barry and Branch counties. Provides support and advocacy for victims of sexual assault on-site at hospitals and police departments. Advocates on behalf of sexual assault victims in legal, medical, and other community settings. Maintains program participant records, collects statistics, and submits reports as required. Works cooperatively with program staff, volunteers, Bronson Battle Creek, Gryphon, Sexual Assault Services Advisory Board, Domestic Violence Coalition and other community agencies. Supervises Master's level and Bachelor's level higher education student interns. A Observes confidentiality policies regarding all clients and agency information, as well as child abuse and other related mandates. Projects a positive image of SAS and Bronson Healthcare Group. Keeps informed of relevant policies and other information related to sexual assault. Completes sexual assault and abuse training. Demonstrates a commitment to providing outstanding customer service in a manner that is reflective of our mission, values, and customer service standards. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations, the Compliance Accountability Program, Code of Ethics, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behavior. Performs other related duties as assigned. Maintains a safe workplace by keeping work area free of hazards and correcting and/or properly reporting any safety hazards. Uses correct body positioning, proper body mechanics to avoid injury, utilizes safe work practices (e.g. pushing vs. pulling, patient transfer/lifting devices, etc.) and uses personal protective equipment when necessary.