Permanency Specialist/Counselor

Mount Prospect Academy; Keene (NH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical including Flexible Spending/HE

Dental

Vision

403b

Life Insurance

AD&D

Long Term Disability

Short Term Disability

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Telemedicine

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Mount Prospect Academy is hiring a Permanency Specialist/Counselor in Keene, NH. The role focuses on strengthening family connections, setting treatment goals, and providing clinical support to youth and families within CHS services.

The candidate should have a Master’s in social work or related field, be license eligible, and bring 2+ years in human services. A valid driver’s license and background check are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in social work, clinical mental health counseling, or related field.
• License eligible preferred
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in human services or related field, including direct experience with children and families
• Knowledge of Juvenile Justice System valued
• Valid driver's license with insured transportation
• Background and driving record check required before starting

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in strengthening and establishing lifelong connections to facilitate success.
• Establish clear treatment goals and clinically appropriate recommendations.
• Provide clinical support for individuals and families to overcome obstacles and build support networks.
• Educate and guide in developing structure, routines, parenting skills, and positive communication.
• Work independently and build rapport with referral sources in Keene area

Skills

Effective communication

Independent work

Valid driver's license

Education

Master’s Degree in social work or related field

Job description

We are currently hiring motivated, energetic and career-oriented individuals for all positions and invite you to attend to find out more about our community of over 500 faculty, spanning four states. If you’re looking to advance, change or launch your career, while making a difference in the lives of youth and families, struggling with behavioral and mental health issues, Mount Prospect Academy may be the place for you.

Current Openings

Position:Permanency Specialist/Counselor

Location: Keene, NH

Job Id:3387

# of Openings:1

Permanency Specialist/Counselor NH Community Based Services

Cheshire County area

Are you looking to work with youth and families while also having work-life balance? Are you an effective communicator and can work independently?

Mount Prospect Academy has been providing services to youth and families for over 50 years. With 45 locations and the broadest umbrella of services offered in the area, we lead the human services field in New England. MPA’s rapid and sustained growth in the area shows a commitment not only to those we serve, but also to our community. Mount Prospect Academy is proud to beCARF accredited for Intensive Family-Based Services.

Who we serve

Mount Prospect Academy’s community-based offices provide intensive services to at risk youth and their families in the community.Within the service model, the MPA team is able to work closely with families in their own environment, creating the best possibility for lasting impact.The MPA team is skilled in providing trauma-sensitive treatment and maintains a trauma-informed approach within all operations.

Office culture and values

• Supportive work environment and open-door policy
• Encouragement to pursue passions and collaborate closely with other team members
• An emphasis on the importance of professional development; internal and external training opportunities are provided and encouraged
• Encouragement of creative engagement approaches
• Commitment to the well-being of its employees and self-care as an integral part of the culture

Job Description

The role of the Permanency Specialist (PS) is to assist clients in strengthening and establishing lifelong connections that will facilitate success throughout their lives. The PS establishes clear treatment goals and clinically appropriate recommendations for treatment and interventions. Working as a team to ensure interactions are goal oriented and clinically apocopate. The PS will perform some or all of the following services: provide clinical support for individuals and their families to overcome obstacles, identify strengths and develop support networks that will help them overcome barriers; provide education and guidance to assist in developing structure, routines, effective parenting skills, and positive communication. We are looking for a champion in the Keene area! Someone that can work independently, build rapport with referral sources and grow the area.

Benefits Of This Position

• Pay range is $48,000-$60,000 (depends on degree, license eligibility, current state license etc).
• Weekly one-hour clinical supervision; licensure supervision is available for qualifying clinicians
• Team meetings provide a space for additional case conceptualization and team communication
• Opportunity to grow with an expanding company
• Casual to business casual attire
• Annual evaluations with merit-based raises
• Technology provided includes smart phones, laptops and hot spot access

Comprehensive benefits package includes: Medical including Flexible Spending Account and Health Reimbursement Account, Dental, Vision, 403b, Life Insurance, AD&D, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Wellness programs, Legal Services, Employee discount programs, Paid time off, Telemedicine, Employee Assistance Program.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in social work, clinical mental health counseling etc.
• License eligible preferred
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in human services or a related field, including direct experience working with children and families
• Knowledge of the Juvenile Justice System valued
• Valid driver's license with insured transportation
• Position requires background and driving record check before starting.