The Center for Youth: Started BY YOUTH FOR YOUTH. We partner with youth to realize their full potential, by creating opportunities, removing barriers and promoting social justice.

Overview:

The Evening Triage Counselor is responsible for providing crisis counseling and responsive care for youth ages 12-21. The Counselor completes a comprehensive assessment that identifies immediate needs as well as longer term developmental and/or treatment needs. This position also provides crisis counseling for families, information dissemination and referral services, as needed.

Schedule: Full time Monday- Friday 12p-8pm

Responsibilities:

Triage/ assessment and intake
Assessment of substance use/abuse, problem gambling and other risk factors
Individual and family crisis counseling/crisis intervention
Referral readiness and referral
Youth advocacy
Case management
Community outreach and networking with other agencies/ providers
Parent group facilitation (research/science based curricula) as needed
Transportation of clients, when required

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Human Service or related field AND 2 years' experience OR equivalent combination

A valid driver's license

Skills:

Counseling approaches and techniques
Strong time management and multi-tasking skills
Excellent literacy and communication skills
Knowledge of community resources

Pay Rate: $23 per hour

The Center for Youth Provides Equal Employment Opportunities

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