Mental Health Counselor, Successful Families

• ability - Adapts readily to changes. Works effectively under stress. Needs minimal super
• vision. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Is reliable, dependable and results oriented. Maintains productivity and composure under pressure. Effectively prioritizes work and establishes clear goals and plans. Problem Solving - Views problems as opportunities to create new solutions. Anticipates potential problems and analyzes alternative solutions. Judgment - Gathers sufficient input before making decisions. Sees interrelatedness between issues. Considers alternative solutions. Makes appropriate and timely decisions. Valuing & Fostering Diversity - Demonstrates respect for individual differences and establishing a climate where all people can be comfortable and productive through sensitivity, empathy, and acceptance of cultural, racial, mental health, and socio-economic diversity. Self-Management – Takes responsibility for one’s behavior and well-being; Works effectively under stress and adapting one’s style to changing situations; Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and needs minimal super
• vision; Exhibits a professional demeanor. Education and Experience Master’s Degree in Mental Health, Social Work, Psychology or a comparable Master’s level program Licensed or Licensed eligible as either a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Minimum of two years experience in a clinical position working with children and their families Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Bi-Lingual (Spanish/English) Strong analytical ability and proficiency with applicable technologies and software utilization. Effective presentation, written and verbal communications skills. Knowledge of community resources. Ability to collect and evaluate data. Ability to prepare reports relating to clients. Ability to work independently. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to problem solve. Ability to organize and prioritize work. Ability to accurately assess and diagnose clients. Skill in counseling others in attaining self-sufficiency. Skill in operating Windows based computer operating programs. Knowledge of and compliance with HIPAA regulations. Have knowledge of and compliance with the policies and procedures of the Agency. Team player who is passionate about the agency’s mission. Committed to collaboration and partnership building Physical Demands/Working Conditions Physical Requirement: The employee is regularly required to sit and talk and is occasionally required to stand and walk. This position regularly requires the ability to sit for sustained periods of time and to effectively communicate with and assess clients, using verbal and nonverbal cues. This position also requires the ability to operate office equipment. Working Conditions: Duties are performed in an office setting, in client homes, and other locations in the community. This position requires the use of personal transportation to travel to meetings, training, client visits, and could be exposed to changing weather. The noise level is quiet. Travel: Daily; Local travel for client visits.

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