Clinical Counselor

Position

Clinical Counselor - FT
- Clinical Counselor ($26hr to $28hr)

Location: Luzerne

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.

• 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.

• Provide high quality clinical direction and leadership to staff in all program settings and foster a positive youth/human development environment.
• 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.
• Spend at least 50% of working hours providing quality in-person individual or group counseling services and mental health case management, including understanding medication and doctors appointments, according to the youth's identified level of service.

• 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.

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing. Constantly
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds. Occasionally
• Moving from one worksite to another Occasionally
• Ability to navigate stairs. 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, licensure supervision hours for LCSW and LPC.