In-Home Family Support Counselor

Catholic Charities West Michigan; Benton Harbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities West Michigan (CCWM) seeks a dedicated Family Services Counselor to support the FTBS program in Berrien County. This in-home, strength-based counseling helps families facing multiple challenges, with 90-day service blocks and coordination with the DHHS referring worker.

The role emphasizes collaboration, service planning, crisis management, and progress monitoring, requiring reliable transportation and a flexible schedule to reach families in their homes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human services or related field required.
• Master's degree in social work preferred.
• Minimum 1 year fieldwork experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides in-home, strength-based and solution-focused counseling to families referred by DHS.
• Develops service plans in collaboration with the referring worker and other providers.
• Meets contract expectations for number of families served and provides family therapy contact.
• Completes necessary documentation and follow-ups after case closure.
• Participates in supervision, training and other required meetings.

Skills

Solution-focused therapy

Family preservation

Child welfare

Crisis management

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services or related field

Master's degree in social work preferred

Job description

Catholic Charities West Michigan (CCWM) seeks a dedicated Family Services Counselor to support the FTBS program in Berrien County. This in-home, strength-based counseling helps families facing multiple challenges, with 90-day service blocks and coordination with the DHHS referring worker.

The role emphasizes collaboration, service planning, crisis management, and progress monitoring, requiring reliable transportation and a flexible schedule to reach families in their homes.