Counselor for Victim Support

1 week ago


Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States YWCA Kalamazoo Full time
Job Overview

Position: Therapist

Department: Victim Services

Supervisor: Director of Therapy

Compensation: $62,400 annually

Employment Status: Exempt; Full-time

Work Schedule: Flexible hours, responsive to crisis situations, may include evenings or weekends.

MISSION STATEMENT:

Our goal is to eradicate racism, empower women, and foster peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all individuals.

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Provide assistance to primary and secondary victims/survivors of sexual assault in building trauma resilience. Deliver high-quality emotional support, therapeutic services, crisis intervention, and advocacy for victims/survivors.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. Master's degree in counseling, psychology, or social work. Specialized training in child sexual abuse, trauma, or sexual assault is highly preferred.
  2. Understanding of crisis counseling needs, brief therapeutic approaches, and trauma-informed best practices.
  3. One to two years of direct clinical experience (internships included).
  4. Certification or licensure in the State of Michigan or eligibility for such.
  5. Proficient knowledge of anti-oppression methods in mental health.
  6. Familiarity with trauma-informed therapeutic modalities, including neuroscience of trauma and somatic practices.
  7. Active involvement in professional associations.
  8. Effective communication skills in both written and oral formats.
  9. Strong interpersonal abilities, with a collaborative approach to treatment.
  10. Capacity to handle stressful situations.
  11. Able to engage with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
  12. Competent in utilizing technology and systems, including computer software.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Provide immediate crisis mental health support to clients.
  2. Collaborate with agency staff to ensure integrated care.
  3. Deliver direct emotional support and/or counseling to survivors, including assessment, individual or group support, and information referral.
  4. Maintain accurate client records as required by the agency, including progress notes and assessment summaries.
  5. Coordinate services with other agencies.
  6. Facilitate support groups for survivors of violence.
  7. Advocate for clients in accessing emergency and routine mental and physical health care.
  8. Engage in regular clinical supervision, including group consultation and individual sessions.
  9. Participate in team and staff meetings.
  10. Collaborate with and train other staff to ensure seamless service delivery to victims/survivors.
  11. Advocate for the needs of victims/survivors through participation in relevant task forces and working groups.
  12. Maintain necessary records, reports, and statistics.
  13. Protect confidential information obtained during the course of work.
  14. Comply with local, state, and federal licensing requirements and regulations.
  15. Conduct ethical risk assessments regarding child/elder abuse and harm to self/others.
  16. Represent the YWCA positively in the community and within the organization.
  17. Work collaboratively with program participants, staff, and volunteers.
  18. Perform additional duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  1. Work may occur at YWCA locations or off-site.
  2. Potential for outdoor events.
  3. Physical activities may include sitting, standing, kneeling, bending, and some lifting.
  4. Frequent communication is required.
  5. Noise levels in the work environment are typically quiet.
  6. Occasional lifting of more than 10 pounds may be necessary.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

  1. Orientation to YWCA Personnel Policies and Mission.
  2. Racial Justice Training.
  3. Orientation to intimate partner violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, confidentiality, and mandatory reporting.
  4. Additional training and in-service sessions will be provided during employment.

The above description outlines the general nature and requirements of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties associated with the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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