PRN Crisis Response Counselor

Youth Villages; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Licensure supervision

Professional development

Job summary

Youth Villages is seeking a PRN Crisis Response Counselor to provide mobile crisis response and brief assessments for youth and families in home and community settings.

The role requires a Master's in a social services discipline and licensure (or provisional licensure preferred). Strong organizational and communication skills, plus the ability to manage multiple priorities, are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a social services discipline (required).
• Degrees may include social work, addiction counseling, psychology, criminal justice, guidance counseling, or marriage and family therapy.
• Provisionally licensed applicants (LMSW/LCSW/LPC/LMFT) are strongly preferred.
• Experience working with at-risk youth and/or families (volunteer, internship, or paid).
• One year of clinical experience (preferred).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; excellent written, verbal, and oral communication.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain a flexible schedule.
• Basic computer knowledge and EMR familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Provides mobile crisis response and thorough, strength-based assessment of youth and families in their natural environments.
• Utilizes crisis respite homes when appropriate.
• Delivers ongoing treatment until appropriate services are secured.
• Collaborates with adult crisis teams and community partners.
• Maintains accurate documentation in electronic medical records (EMR).
• Attends weekly meetings for professional development and supervision.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Written/verbal skills

Flexible schedule

Education

Master's degree in social services

Provisional licensure preferred (LMSW/LCSW/LPC/LMFT)

Tools

EMR system

Job description

For over 35 years, Youth Villages has transformed the lives of children and families nationwide through innovative, research-based programs focused on preserving and restoring families.As a national leader in children’s mental and behavioral health, we serve more than 47,000 youth, young people, and their families annually across 29 states and Washington, D.C. Our proven treatment models drive long-term success in child welfare, juvenile justice, and mental health systems. At Youth Villages, we do what works — partnering with others to expand our impact and advocate for meaningful, lasting change.We're seeking purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about making a difference. With a dedicated team of more than 5,000 staff, Youth Villages is committed to investing in and supporting our employees by offering opportunities to build a fulfilling career through professional growth, personal development, and a mission that matters— helping children and families live successfully.For more information, please visit www.youthvillages.orgProgram Overview:Youth Villages’ Specialized Crisis Services (SCS) Program provides rapid, effective assessment and intervention for youth up to age 18 who are experiencing a psychiatric emergency, such as suicidal or homicidal thoughts, severe depression, physical aggression, psychosis, or acting in a destructive or uncontrollable manner. The program offers thorough, strength-based assessments and crisis management to ensure the safety of the youth and others involved. Families, community members, and providers can reach out for support regardless of whether the youth is currently receiving services from Youth Villages.SCS staff work closely with the youth, their family, and key community partners to evaluate risk factors and develop an immediate plan for stabilization. Services are provided in the home or community to offer timely, accessible support during a crisis. In addition to crisis assessment, the program provides ongoing treatment and intervention to help maintain family stability until appropriate long-term services can be secured.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:The PRN Crisis Response Counselor:Provides mobile crisis response and thorough, strength-based assessment of youth and families during crises in their natural environmentsUtilizes crisis respite homes when appropriateProvides ongoing treatment and intervention to support the youth/family until appropriate services are securedWorks well with others in a highly supervised atmosphereCollaborates with adult crisis teams and community consumersAttends 3 weekly meetings (individual, team, and clinical consultation) for professional development to help enhance clinical skills (may fall on scheduled day off)Completes accurate and timely documentation in an electronic medical record system (EMR)Performs other duties as assignedAdditional Information:Schedule is flexible and non-traditional as it is based around the availability of youth and families served.Applicants must possess a current, valid driver’s license, an automobile for work purposes, and proof of auto insurance.Community-based staff will be reimbursed for applicable mileage.Salary:$20 - $22 per hour based on education and clinical licenseQualifications:Master’s degree in a social services discipline (required)Degrees that can be considered include: social work, drug and alcohol education or counseling, psychology, criminal justice, guidance counseling, or marriage and family therapy (others subject to review)Applicants who are provisionally licensed (LMSW, LCSW, LPC, LMFT) or working towards licensure (strongly preferred)Experience working with at-risk youth and/or families in a volunteer, internship, or paid position (preferred)One year of clinical experience (preferred)Strong organizational skills and attention to detailExcellent written, verbal, and oral skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities simultaneouslyBasic computer knowledgeAbility to maintain a flexible scheduleYouth Villages BenefitsMedical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision401(k)Time off:2 week paid vacation (full-time) / 1 week paid vacation (part-time)12 paid sick days per year11 paid holidaysPaid Parental LeaveMileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervisionGrowth & development through continuous trainingClinical and administrative advancement opportunities*Benefits are excluded for variable status employees.Youth Villages is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.Youth Villages is committed to not only advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace but also in our work with children and young adults. We know that children, families and young people of color can face inequity in child welfare and justice systems, and we train our employees to build the skills they need to work with the communities that we serve, as well as, other employees from different cultures and backgrounds. Youth Villages is opposed to racism in any of its forms and is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We believe that respect for each other is crucial in the work that we do each day.