Juvenile Justice Mental Health Counselor

Crescent Electric Supply Company; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Mental Health Counselor at the Robert N. Barnes Juvenile Justice facility provides a range of counseling services to youth and their families within a multidisciplinary framework.

The role supports risk reduction and protective factors through an integrated Mental Health Treatment Program, addressing moderate to severe mental health issues, chemical dependency, and trauma. Responsibilities include group and individual counseling, crisis intervention, and collaboration with probation and

Qualifications

• Licensed LCDC or LCDC-I pursuing a Master’s degree with one year left or within six months of graduation.
• Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or related field preferred.
• Ability to obtain Texas driver’s license and maintain driving record.
• Must be able to work in a juvenile correctional setting and handle stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct counseling services to youth adjudicated and committed to the facility.
• Conduct group, individual, family, trauma, and crisis counseling and evaluate youth risk.
• Monitor and support the treatment program and assist with staff training.
• Collaborate with administrators, case managers, probation officers, and contracted staff.
• Maintain data related to the mental health program and generate statistical reports.

Skills

Counseling skills

Group counseling

Trauma counseling

Family counseling

Interviews & assessments

Data management

Education

LCDC or LCDC-I

Master's in counseling/soc work/psychology

Tools

DSM-V knowledge

Records management

Job description

Mental Health Counselor at the Robert N. Barnes Juvenile Justice facility provides a range of counseling services to youth and their families within a multidisciplinary framework.

The role supports risk reduction and protective factors through an integrated Mental Health Treatment Program, addressing moderate to severe mental health issues, chemical dependency, and trauma. Responsibilities include group and individual counseling, crisis intervention, and collaboration with probation and