Mobile Crisis Counselor for Youth & Family Support

Youth Villages; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug and

Vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Parental leave

Mileage & cell phone reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement & licensure

Career growth & training

Job summary

Youth Villages is seeking a Crisis Response Counselor to deliver mobile crisis response and strength-based assessments for youth and families in home or community settings. You will work with families, coordinate with community partners, and help stabilize crises through immediate planning and intervention.

The role requires a Master’s degree in a social services field, licensure eligibility (LMSW/LCSW/LPC/LMFT) or progressing toward licensure, and a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a social services discipline (required).
• Licensure: LMSW, LCSW, LPC, LMFT (provisionally licensed holders preferred).
• Experience working with at-risk youth and/or families (preferred).
• One year of clinical experience (preferred).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written, verbal, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain flexibility.
• Basic computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide mobile crisis response and strength-based assessment of youth and families during crises.
• Utilize crisis respite homes when appropriate.
• Provide ongoing treatment and intervention to support youth and family until appropriate services are secured.
• Collaborate with adult crisis teams and community partners.
• Attend weekly meetings for professional development and skills enhancement.
• Complete accurate documentation in an electronic medical record system (EMR).

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Multitasking

Computer literacy

Education

Master’s degree in social services

Licensure eligible (LMSW/LCSW/LPC/LMFT) or pursuing licensure

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Youth Villages is seeking a Crisis Response Counselor to deliver mobile crisis response and strength-based assessments for youth and families in home or community settings. You will work with families, coordinate with community partners, and help stabilize crises through immediate planning and intervention.

The role requires a Master’s degree in a social services field, licensure eligibility (LMSW/LCSW/LPC/LMFT) or progressing toward licensure, and a flexible schedule.