Family Support Counselor

Victor

Roseville (CA)

On-site

USD 31,000 - 43,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost benefits

Mileage reimbursement

Public transportation assistance

Retirement plan (403B)

Paid holidays and PTO

Dental & Vision coverage

Life Insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Victor Community Support Services is seeking a Family Support Counselor to assist youth and families through individualized plans with mentoring, referrals, and advocacy. The role emphasizes compassionate engagement, documentation, and teamwork across community partners.

The position requires transport to client homes and schools, adherence to program standards, and participation in team meetings. Training is provided, with opportunities for growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
Experience with families in mental health or social services preferred.
60 college units or 4 years experience or BA for advanced role.
Strong communication with parents and families.

Responsibilities

Provide individual and family support per plan, including referrals and advocacy.
Schedule and coordinate Child and Family Team meetings.
Document client interactions and program activities timely.
Engage clients with appropriate boundaries and relationship building.
Collaborate with treatment teams and partner agencies.
Meet program hours and mileage/administrative duties.
Participate in team meetings and share responsibilities.

Skills

Empathy & engagement

Advocacy

Case management

Documentation & notes

Boundaries & rapport

Problem solving

Public/agency collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

60 college units / four years experience / BA

Job description

Join Victor as a Family Support Counselor – Help Others Soar!

Are you dedicated to creating meaningful and lasting positive change in your community? Do you excel in roles that combine empathy with purposeful action? Victor Community Support Services seeks compassionate, motivated individuals to join our team as Family Support Counselors, supporting youth and families through life's complexities.

Whether you're just starting or looking for a meaningful career shift, we provide full training, mentorship, and a team-driven environment to help you succeed.

Job Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the assigned Supervisor, the Family Support Counselor has responsibility for providing support services to individuals and families as identified in the designated program and/or individualized plan.

Program- Child and Family Teams (CFT):

The Child and Family Team program partners with Sacramento Child Welfare Services to provide initial Child and Family Team meetings to youth and families. The Family Support Counselor position supports with scheduling the meetings and engaging families in the meeting process to help them understand the child and family team meeting process and to help them feel heard and understood

Essential Functions:

Provides individual and family support services in accordance with the individualized plans. Services may include: providing referrals, advocacy and support to individuals and families (clients), linkage and case management services, support groups, educational services and support, transportation, home management assistance, recreational activities, and behavioral interventions and management, etc.
Able to effectively engage and develop relationships with appropriate boundaries with assigned clients.
Effectively manages a flexible community-based schedule.
Completes all required documentation according to Agency and program standards within required time constraints. These may include: client contact forms, CANS, service activity summaries, data tracking, daily progress notes for all mental health services provided, mileage documentation, and other administrative duties, etc.
Is an active member of assigned treatment teams. Assumes assigned responsibility within the team in accordance to program needs which may include operating effectively within a Teaming Model and act as a liaison with other community agencies and resources.
Meets Agency service percentage standard reflecting expected time spent with clients, if applicable.
Completes other assigned program operational tasks in accordance with supervisory directives.

Minimum Required Education and Experience:

Must possess a high school diploma/GED. No previous experience required.

Desired Qualifications:

Previous experience providing direct care services to children and families in a mental health or social services setting.
60 units of college, or four years experience, or Bachelors degree.
Skills with regard to engaging and working with parents as partners and in working successfully with a strength-based approach.
Crisis and case management experience is helpful and desired.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
Previous experience working with the public and government agencies.

Position/Program Requirements:

Must possess a reliable mode of transportation to travel to assigned client homes, schools, offices, etc. If personal vehicle is the mode of transportation, must meet Agencys driving requirements.
Must be physically and mentally fit in accordance with the Agency's Personnel Policy: Physical Fitness Standards and Examinations. Must be willing to complete a Tuberculosis (TB) and drug screening test.
Must be willing to complete a personal background investigation conducted by the State of California.

Compensation:

Pay Range: $22.59/per hour - $31.05/per hour (actual salary is dependent on verification of applicable experience above the minimum qualifications for the role)
Additional $1.00 - $3.00 per hour for Education
Additional $1.92 per hour for Bilingual in Spanish

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