IICAPS Mental Health Counselor | Family & Home Support

The Youth Counselor; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly incentives for meeting client-

Job summary

The Village is seeking a Mental Health Counselor / Family Support Specialist (IICAPS) to provide intensive home and community-based services for children and families in the Greater Hartford area. You will work in a two-person team, delivering therapy, case management, and care coordination while collaborating with schools, DCF, and healthcare partners.

Qualified candidates have a BA/BSW and a passion for keeping children safely at home.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Social Work (BSW), or related field.
• 3+ years of human services experience (preferred).
• Experience working with children, adolescents, and families.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Cultural competency and experience with diverse populations.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with children and families.
• Co-facilitate individual, parent and family therapy sessions.
• Provide case management, advocacy, and care coordination.
• Connect families to community resources and supports.
• Collaborate with schools, DCF, hospitals, and service providers.
• Support discharge planning and transitions to ongoing care.
• Complete timely documentation and participate in supervision and team meetings.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Cultural competency

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services/BSW or related field

Job description

The Village is seeking a Mental Health Counselor / Family Support Specialist (IICAPS) to provide intensive home and community-based services for children and families in the Greater Hartford area. You will work in a two-person team, delivering therapy, case management, and care coordination while collaborating with schools, DCF, and healthcare partners.

Qualified candidates have a BA/BSW and a passion for keeping children safely at home.