Clinical Counselor

Position: FT- Clinical Counselor ($26hr to $28hr)
Location: Luzerne

The Organization:
Valley Youth House empowers and strengthens the lives of children, youth, and families through inclusive programming that builds resilience and fosters growth and independence. VYH works from a Trauma Informed / Healing centered perspective, incorporating positive youth and human development and cultural awareness into all aspects of our agency. We want our clients and staff to feel safe, have choice and voice, collaborate in a trusting environment, and be empowered to make a difference in their own lives and the agency.

Why Should You Apply?

• An extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth onboarding process.
• Competitive compensation package with paid time off (PTO) to promote work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage, including prescription benefits.
• Enroll in our 401(k)-retirement plan and enjoy a company match to secure your financial future.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Take advantage of our pre-tax spending accounts (Health Care and Dependent Care FSA).
• Health and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
• Referral program where you can earn rewards for bringing talented individuals to our team
• Tuition reimbursement program to fuel your professional growth.

Essential Functions of the Clinical Counselor:

• To provide high quality clinical direction and leadership to staff in all program settings and fostering a positive youth/human development environment.
• To complete assessments, and comprehensive plans including community and specialized
• services in support of assigned clients using positive youth development, trauma-informed and culturally appropriate frameworks.
• A minimum of 50% of the working hours will be spent providing quality in-person individual or group counseling services and mental health case management including understanding medication, doctors appointments, according to the youth's identified level of service.

Minimal Qualifications for the Clinical Counselor:

• Master's Degree in Human Services, counseling, social work or other related field and a minimum of three years' experience working with adolescents.
• A mature individual with the ability to articulate and implement the philosophy of the Independent Living Program.
• Must possess sound judgement.

Physical Requirements of the Clinical Counselor:

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing. X Constantly.
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds. X Occasionally.
• Moving from one worksite to another X Occasionally.
• Ability to navigate stairs. X Constantly.

**If eligible: Medical, vision, and prescription benefits available after the first month of hire, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time Off, 401k -6% match, Employer-paid clearances, physical, and training, Opportunities for Tuition reimbursement, Opportunities for licensure supervision hours for LCSW and LPC.

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Valley Youth House is more than a nonprofit organization. We’re a catalyst for youth to achieve their desired futures through genuine relationships that support families, ensure safe places, and build community connections. We partner with each young person we meet to help them create the best possible outcome for their unique situation.