Counselor

5 days ago


Houston, Texas, United States City of Houston, TX Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Counselor to join our team at the City of Houston Department of Neighborhoods. As a Counselor, you will play a vital role in providing intervention services to gang-involved students and their families, as well as conducting outreach and response to individuals at high risk for gang involvement.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide intervention services to gang-involved students and their families through case management, counseling, mediation, and mentoring.
  • Perform outreach and response to gang-involved individuals and individuals at high risk for gang involvement.
  • Conduct school and/or home visits to screen and assess referred students and their families.
  • Provide referrals to clients and families for needed social services.
  • Facilitate client/family support groups and conduct intervention sessions for the parents of gang-involved youth.
  • Respond to gang-related incidents at target campuses.
  • Conduct gang prevention and awareness presentations and trainings for students, parents, teachers, school administrators, and community groups.
  • Maintain client folders and documents.
  • Gather and/or collect information to generate reports, activity logs, etc.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in a social or behavioral science, such as Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling.
  • Two years of professional experience in counseling or related social services work.
  • Master's degree in a social or behavioral science may be substituted for the experience requirement.
  • Preference will be given to applicants who are able to speak, read, and write Spanish and have experience working with high-risk youth/families.
What We Offer

The City of Houston offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, wellness, and supplemental insurance, as well as a defined contribution pension plan and 457 deferred compensation plan. We also offer 10 days of vacation each year, 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday, compensable sick leave, personal leave, flexible schedules, and hybrid-telework for eligible positions.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces for more than 90 consecutive days and received an honorable discharge or general discharge under honorable conditions, we encourage you to apply.

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