Counseling/Advocacy Coordinator

About us

Transitions of PA is a small business in Lewisburg, PA 17837. We are fast-paced, collaborative and supportive.

Our work environment includes:

• Wellness programs
• Safe work environment
• On-the-job training

Summary

The Counseling/Advocacy Coordinator coordinates and oversees child and family advocacy, including individual counseling, support group, and therapy. The Coordinator supervises the Counseling Department and coordinates the activities of the contracted Therapist. This position also provides support and crisis counseling to children, adolescents, and adults who are victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other serious crimes. The Counseling/Advocacy Coordinator also provides trauma-focused therapy to victims. The Counseling/Advocacy Coordinator is a mandated reporter of suspected child abuse as defined by PA Child Protective Services Law. Responsibilities require the exercise of independent judgment and knowledge of overall agency activities. This position is full-time with primarily daytime and early evening hours. This position participates in back-up on-call duties.

Responsibilities

1. Facilitate counseling/advocacy support services for adult, child, and adolescent victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other serious crimes.

2. Assign, supervise, and review client case management for all forms of counseling and therapy that Transitions provides.

3. Develop relationships and work collaboratively with other agencies to ensure adult and children’s unique needs are met.

4. Provide crisis and supportive counseling to adults and children.

5. Provide trauma-focused therapy to adult victims of crime with psychiatric disabilities, behavioral health challenges, and mental illness.

6. Develop structured plans for support groups designed to address the needs of adults, children, and teens who have experienced or witnessed domestic violence or dating violence, sexual assault, or abuse. Group plans will be empowerment- focused and build self-esteem and conflict resolution skills.

7. Facilitate support groups, on-site and off-site.

8. Assist Outreach Coordinator in training new staff on volunteers to build counseling skills.

Qualifications

1. Master’s degree in social work, psychology, public health, or similar degree along with an active license for social work, professional counselor, or
Therapist Licensure is preferred.

2. Experience providing client-focused, trauma-informed counseling to adults, children, and teens.

3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

4. Proficient at the use of technology, including, but not limited to, word processing, spreadsheets, and internet-based programs.

5. Upon hire, must complete 80-hour Transitions Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Counselor Training.

6. Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and adequate motor vehicle insurance.

7. Must have Act 34, Act 114, and Act 151 clearances.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $46,680.00 - $49,920.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Patient demographics:

• Adults
• Children
• Older adults

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Lewisburg, PA 17837: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person