Counselor - Trauma Services (4226)

Center for Family Services; Camden (NJ); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent paid time off

401k Plan

Medical insurance options

Ongoing Training & Professional Development

Job summary

A leading nonprofit organization is seeking a Trauma Counselor in Camden, NJ to provide trauma-informed clinical services to survivors of crime. The role involves conducting assessments, delivering therapy, and coordinating care within a hybrid work environment. Ideal candidates should have a Master's degree in a relevant field, an active NJ State License, and experience in trauma-informed care. Bilingual candidates are preferred. Join a dynamic team committed to making a difference.

Qualifications

• 3 years post-graduate clinical experience preferred.
• Experience with individual and group counseling.
• Strong clinical documentation and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed care.
• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments.
• Engage in multidisciplinary team meetings.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Clinical assessment

Cultural humility

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field

Active NJ State License

Job description

Overview

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Position Summary:

The Trauma Counselor provides trauma-informed, evidence-based clinical services to survivors of crime through the Trauma Recovery Center (TRC). This position delivers clinical intakes, individual and group psychotherapy, outreach, and care coordination in alignment with the National Alliance of Trauma Recovery Centers (NATRC) model. The Counselor works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to promote hope, healing, safety, resilience, and empowerment among individuals and families impacted by violence and trauma.

Location: Camden. Hybrid work environment (in person, telehealth, or community setting).

Job Type/Status: Full Time, Salary.

Salary: $70,000 to $73,000 per year

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Clinical Practice
• Provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed care that honors the strengths, identities, and lived experiences of clients.
• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments, including psychosocial history, mental status examinations, and DSM-5 diagnoses.
• Develop individualized service plans that include measurable short- and long-term goals and interventions.
• Provide individual therapy, group counseling, and psychoeducational services using evidence-based trauma interventions.
• Deliver assertive outreach and engagement to support client participation and retention in services.

Care Coordination & Documentation

• Coordinate care with internal programs and external service providers to ensure comprehensive, client-centered support.
• Assist clients with Victims of Crime Compensation applications and access to community resources.
• Complete all documentation, data entry, and reporting requirements in a timely and accurate manner, in accordance with grant and agency guidelines.
• Participate in chart reviews and quality assurance processes as required.
• Community Engagement
• Provide presentations, workshops, or outreach to community partners as requested to support trauma-informed awareness and engagement.
• Represent the program professionally in community and partner settings.

Professional Development & Collaboration

• Participate in regular clinical supervision in accordance with professional licensure and agency standards.
• Engage in multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and agency-wide meetings.
• Engage in professional development opportunities that strengthen your professional skills and knowledge, while fostering professional growth.
• Contribute to a learning environment where staff share insights, strategies, and innovations to improve participant outcomes and advance the field of hospital-based violence intervention.
• Set and pursue at least one annual professional goal in collaboration with a supervisor, supporting long-term growth and aligning with organizational priorities.
• Support a team culture grounded in hope, collaboration, and healing-centered engagement, modeling the values we promote with participants.
• Adhere to all Center for Family Services and Council on Accreditation (COA) policies and procedures.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned to support program and agency goals.
• Maintain a 35-hour work week, with flexibility to meet program and client needs.
• Meet service delivery and performance outcomes as outlined in current contracts and grants.
• Contribute to a culture of safety, trust, empowerment, collaboration, and hope and healing for clients and staff.

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling or a related field.
• Active NJ State License Required (Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor or Marriage and Family Therapist).
• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years post-graduate clinical experience preferred
• Knowledge of trauma informed care, adverse childhood experiences, and complex and acute trauma.
• Experience providing individual and group counseling.
• Experience with clinical assessments (e.g., psychosocial histories, mental status exams, DSM-5 diagnoses)
• Familiarity or training in one or more of the following trauma specific evidenced-based treatment: CPT, TF-CBT, EMDR, Seeking Safety, Motivational Interviewing
• Willingness to complete ongoing EBP training
• Strong clinical documentation and record-keeping skills
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to connect with people of varying backgrounds, appreciate and embrace diversity, and maintain confidentiality. Experience working with trauma survivors from underserved populations, including young people of color, people who are homeless and/or chronically mentally ill, people from immigrant and refugee groups, and LGBTQ people.
• Ability to work independently and as a team player.
• Excellent documentation skills, ability to set priorities, follow-up, work well under pressure and deadlines.
• Possess strong organizational skills and personal skills.
• Demonstrate cultural humility and a strengths-based, recovery philosophy.
• Willing to work in a flexible and hybrid environment - office, telehealth, school and community settings.
• Work a flexible schedule including some evenings.
• Ability to travel between offices and within the community for meetings, training, coalitions and other work-related matters.

Benefits

Center for Family Services offers a comprehensive benefits package to support staff well-being and professional growth.

• 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

About Employment at Center For Family Services

Apply and get hired at Center For Family Services, a leader in the non-profit sector and named as a top workplace in the region since 2010. Our staff balance best practices with personalized care. If you\'re interested in a rewarding career, Center For Family Services is a great place to grow as a professional. For more information about our top workplace, please visit Center For Family Services website at www.centerffs.org.

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.