Counselor - Family Preservation Services (2902)

Center for Family Services; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 50,500 - 53,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $500

Excellent PTO

401k plan

Medical insurance options

Prescription insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health & Wellness activities

Ongoing training & professional dev

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Center For Family Services is seeking a Counselor for Family Preservation Services in Camden County, NJ. The position carries a $500 sign-on bonus and a full-time salary range of $50,500 to $53,500 per year.

You will manage a caseload of 2-3 families, be reachable for crises, and refer clients to longer-term services. The role includes collaboration with DCP&P and community partners, ongoing trainings, and regular follow-up assessments to monitor progress.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work or related field preferred; commensurate experience may be acceptable.
• Doctorate in Social Work preferred.
• LSW or LCSW preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a caseload of 2-3 families.
• Be directly accessible to families 24/7 in case of crisis.
• Refer families to longer term services when needed.
• Collaborate with DCP&P and other community agencies on case management.
• Participate in ongoing trainings provided by DCP&P.
• Conduct 3, 6, and 12 month follow-ups to assess FPS outcomes.
• Assist in assessment, planning, arranging, and implementing psychosocial programs.
• Provide individual, family, and group counseling within program objectives.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Case management

Communication

Education

Master's in Social Work

Doctorate in Social Work (preferred)

LSW/LCSW preferred

Job description

Counselor - Family Preservation Services (2902)

*Sign-On Bonus

When you apply and get hired, you are eligible for a $500 sign-on bonus.

Location: Camden County, NJ

Job Type/Status: Full Time

Salary: $50,500 to $53,500 per year

Responsibilities

• Maintains a caseload of 2-3 families, utilizing FPS program model and providing concrete services if necessary.
• Counselor must be directly accessible to families 24 hours a day/7 days a week in the event of a crisis.
• Assists families by actively referring them to appropriate longer term services and support, if necessary.
• Works cooperatively with staff from DCP&P and other community agencies, especially regarding case management issues.
• Participate in on-going trainings provided by DCP&P.
• Conducts 3, 6, and 12 month follow-ups of families to determine success of FPS intervention.
• Assists in the assessment, planning, arranging, and implementing of psychosocial programs.
• Counsels patients and interprets to professional and lay groups the special psychosocial needs of patients by identifying psychosocial disorders.
• Provides within program objectives, a variety of direct counseling services using individual, family and group methods; utilizes a full range of treatment / intervention skills and techniques with an emphasis on crisis intervention, intensive family therapy, trauma informed and behavior modification.
• Formulates and implements treatment plans based on the preparation of complete, technical and highly perceptive diagnostic evaluations; evaluates client's progress and modifies counseling services accordingly.
• Organizes and carries out a work schedule which consistently adapts to the varying needs of assignment.
• Completes promptly and accurately all statistical and other reports required for supervisory and administrative purposes, and records case material promptly.
• Maintains a high volume of work with efficiency and balance in a wide range of cases.
• Reviews case activities and treatment of children, adults, and families served, as well as progress in professional development and growth objectives with supervisor.
• Participates in and may conduct professional seminars, workshops, etc. or in-service training programs.
• Interprets the program to community groups or organizations, and represents the Agency in selected activities related to its goals.
• Provides individual, family, and/or group treatment, intake and assessment, advocacy, and case management on site and in the community.
• Coordinates diagnostic activities with appropriate consulting staff.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Social Work or related field preferred, commensurate experience in relevant field may be acceptable in lieu of degree.
  • Doctorate Degree in Social Work or related field, preferred
  • LSW or LCSW preferred
• Three or more years of experience working with the program population.
  • Five or more years of experience working with the program population, preferred
• Current driver's license with a driving record of at least three years.
  • Vehicle with current insurance and registration

Benefits

• Excellent paid time off (PTO) program, including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday
• 401k Plan
• Medical insurance plan options
• Prescription Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health & Wellness Activities
• Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities
• Opportunity for advancement

Disclaimer

Many positions require motor vehicle record evaluations and medical clearances. Center For Family Services is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.