Family Services Counselor

2 weeks ago

Miami, Florida, United States Lutheran Services Florida Full time

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) is dedicated to creating a safe environment for children, strengthening families, and fostering vibrant communities.

We are in search of a skilled Residential Counselor II who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families.

Role Overview:

The primary responsibility of this position is to conduct assessments and provide individual, family, and group counseling within a residential framework.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver individual crisis intervention services.
  • Conduct intake assessments, psychosocial evaluations, and suicide risk assessments.
  • Facilitate family orientations, assessments, counseling, and reunification processes.
  • Offer aftercare counseling services to former residents and their families.
  • Provide rotating "on-call" support as required.
  • Lead group counseling sessions and social skills training.
  • Manage cases, intervene in crises, and respond to telephone inquiries for crisis and referrals.
  • Complete necessary administrative tasks as assigned.
  • Set goals and objectives for individual and group programs.
  • Provide in-home crisis counseling for family mediation when necessary.
  • Advocate for clients with various community organizations, courts, schools, and other agencies.
  • Engage in community outreach initiatives.
  • Cover residential duties during emergencies as needed.
  • Be available for travel as required.
  • Participate in and contribute to staff training sessions.
  • Supervise Youth Care Staff and provide emergency coverage as necessary.
  • Act as an Educational Liaison.

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager or Supervisor.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to drive, use a phone, sit for extended periods, write case notes, and perform filing tasks.

Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in human services or a related field.
  • Additional qualifications as required by grant sources.

Experience:

  • A minimum of two years of experience in adolescent and family counseling, facilitating group sessions, and conducting intake and psychosocial assessments. Experience working with at-risk youth and their families is essential.

Skills:

  • Strong organizational skills, effective teamwork, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to being a reliable team member.

Other Considerations:

  • Must demonstrate cultural sensitivity and awareness of the socioeconomic characteristics and needs of our service population.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Report directly to the Clinical Director.
  • Collaborate effectively with colleagues and administrators.
  • Ensure accurate, complete, and timely documentation of client cases.
  • Submit required statistical reports accurately and on time.
  • Adhere to all licensing and quality assurance standards.
  • Serve as a clinical liaison to various community entities.
  • Follow all agency policies and procedures.
  • Attend all mandatory training sessions.

Why Join LSF?

LSF operates 60 programs throughout Florida, serving diverse populations in need. Our mission-driven staff members are integral to the LSF community, working to transform lives. We also offer growth opportunities for staff to explore their interests within the organization.

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Teladoc (24/7 online access to healthcare professionals)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employer-paid life insurance (1X salary)
  • 13 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy (starting at 16 working days per year)
  • 403(b) Retirement plan with a 3% discretionary employer match or 3% student loan repayment reimbursement
  • Tuition reimbursement

Lutheran Services Florida values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all business practices and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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