Do you want to provide counseling and support to kids within the school system and their families?
Are you looking for an opportunity to gain experience in Mental Health counseling in an educational environment?

Jewish Family Services of Delaware is seeking a qualified individual for our school-based Family Crisis Therapist (FCT) program. This individual will work with parents, teachers, and school administrators to help children at Marbrook Elementary. As part of the state of Delaware’s Early Intervention Program, FCTs help students in kindergarten through fifth grade build skills to effectively manage their own behavior and successfully transition into middle school.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Specialized training in evidenced-based therapeutic intervention
• Problem-solving, analytical, communication and crisis management skills
• Demonstrated ability to work with a multicultural service population
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to the service population’s cultural differences and socioeconomic characteristics
• Commitment to empowering clients to solve their own problems including stressing the value of a nurturing family environment and stressing individual’s ability to grow and change
• Ability to establish a respectful relationship with clients to help them gain skills and confidence
• Ability to work collaboratively with other staff and outside agency professionals
• Ability to maintain a helping role while setting appropriate limits

EDUCATION:

• Master’s or higher-level degree from an accredited school and academic program in an area of Mental Health, professional counseling or psychology.
• Familiarity with multicultural groups and various client populations
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
• Computer skills
• A valid driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance

LIVING JEWISH VALUES

• Mission Dedication – Embody the mission and values of JFS in all work done on behalf of the agency.
• Continued Education – Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending professional workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.

COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP AND ENGAGEMENT

• Maintains and fosters strong relationships with new and existing community partners,stakeholders, and state agencies to ensure positive agency image, beneficial collaborations,continuous flow of referrals and community exposure to agency services.

BENEFITS
Eligible for Paid time off, health benefits, 401K, short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/COMPENSATION

You will work with the Principal of the school to determine best work hours. Generally M-F 8am – 4pm with some weekends/evenings in the summer.

Salary Range: $49,000-$56,000

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37,193.37 - $55,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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