Crisis Response Counselor – Masters Required – Chattanooga

Youth Villages; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Paid vacation

Sick days

Paid holidays

Mileage & Cell Phone reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement & licensure

Professional development

Career advancement

Job summary

Youth Villages is seeking a Crisis Response Counselor with a master’s degree in a social services discipline to provide rapid, mobile crisis intervention for youth up to age 18. You will assess risk, coordinate with families and partners, and deliver short- to long-term stabilization plans in home and community settings.

The role offers a flexible schedule, opportunities for licensure supervision, and ongoing clinical development within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a social services discipline or currently enrolled in an applicable graduate program.
• Strong licensure such as LMSW/LCSW/LPC/LMFT preferred.
• Experience with at-risk youth and/or families is preferred.
• One year of clinical experience is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written, verbal, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain a flexible schedule.
• Basic computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provides mobile crisis response and thorough, strength-based assessment of youth and families during crises in their natural environments.
• Utilizes crisis respite homes when appropriate.
• Provides ongoing treatment and intervention to support the youth/family until appropriate services are secured.
• Works well with others in a highly supervised atmosphere.
• Collaborates with adult crisis teams and community consumers.
• Attends 3 weekly meetings (individual, team, and clinical consultation) for professional development and quarterly booster training sessions to enhance clinical skills.
• Completes accurate and timely documentation in an electronic medical record system (EMR).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job description

Crisis Response Counselor – Masters Required – Chattanooga

For over 35 years, Youth Villages has transformed the lives of children and families nationwide through innovative, research-based programs focused on preserving and restoring families.

As a national leader in children’s mental and behavioral health, we serve more than 47,000 youth, young people, and their families annually across 29 states and Washington, D.C. Our proven treatment models drive long-term success in child welfare, juvenile justice, and mental health systems. At Youth Villages, we do what works — partnering with others to expand our impact and advocate for meaningful, lasting change.

We’re seeking purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about making a difference. With a dedicated team of more than 5,000 staff, Youth Villages is committed to investing in and supporting our employees by offering opportunities to build a fulfilling career through professional growth, personal development, and a mission that matters— helping children and families live successfully.

Youth Villages’ Specialized Crisis Services (SCS) Program provides rapid, effective assessment and intervention for youth up to age 18 who are experiencing a psychiatric emergency, such as suicidal or homicidal thoughts, severe depression, physical aggression, psychosis, or acting in a destructive or uncontrollable manner. The program offers thorough, strength-based assessments and crisis management to ensure the safety of the youth and others involved. Families, community members, and providers can reach out for support regardless of whether the youth is currently receiving services from Youth Villages.

SCS staff work closely with the youth, their family, and key community partners to evaluate risk factors and develop an immediate plan for stabilization. Services are provided in the home or community to offer timely, accessible support during a crisis. In addition to crisis assessment, the program provides ongoing treatment and intervention to help maintain family stability until appropriate long-term services can be secured.

Job Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Crisis Response Counselor:

• Provides mobile crisis response and thorough, strength-based assessment of youth and families during crises in their natural environments
• Utilizes crisis respite homes when appropriate
• Provides ongoing treatment and intervention to support the youth/family until appropriate services are secured
• Works well with others in a highly supervised atmosphere
• Collaborates with adult crisis teams and community consumers
• Attends 3 weekly meetings (individual, team, and clinical consultation) for professional development and quarterly booster training sessions to enhance clinical skills
• Completes accurate and timely documentation in an electronic medical record system (EMR)
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Information:

• Schedule is flexible and non-traditional as it is based around the availability of youth and families served.
• Applicants must possess a current, valid driver’s license, an automobile for work purposes, and proof of auto insurance.
• Community-based staff will be reimbursed for applicable mileage.

$57,000 – $60,000 / year based on education and clinical license

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree ina social services disciplineor currently enrolled in an applicable graduate program (required)
  • Degrees that can be considered include: social work, drug and alcohol education or counseling, psychology, criminal justice, guidance counseling, or marriage and family therapy (others subject to review)
• Applicants who are provisionally licensed (LMSW, LCSW, LPC, LMFT) or working towards licensure (strongly preferred)
• Experience working with at-risk youth and/or families in a volunteer, internship, or paid position (preferred)
• One year of clinical experience (preferred)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Basic computer knowledge
• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule

Additional Information

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision
• 401(k)
• Time off:
• 2 week paid vacation (full-time) / 1 week paid vacation (part-time)
• 12 paid sick days per year
• 11 paid holidays
• Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)
• Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision
• Growth & development through continuous training
• Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities