Children's counselor

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Christian Children's Counselor

Job Description

We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Children's Counselor who will align with our mission and values while offering effective and empathetic care to our young clients. The ideal candidate will have a firm understanding of child psychology and therapeutic strategies, combined with a deep respect for and commitment to our Christian ethos.

You will need to possess:

A Master’s Degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
A valid Georgia license as a professional counselor, marriage and family therapist, or social worker.
Experience in working with children in a therapeutic setting
Excellent understanding of child psychology and therapeutic strategies

Responsibilities

Responsible to work 20-30 hours weekly
Care for clients assigned to your caseload
Treat children with mental or behavioral health issues
A commitment to building a client-base
Use therapeutic strategies that are compatible with our Christian ethos and values
Conduct assessments and therapeutic sessions for children experiencing behavioral, emotional, and developmental challenges
Guide children and families experiencing dysfunction
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings and ongoing feedback
Refer to other providers and debrief them on client history when necessary
Collaborate with the Clinical Director or other counselors on staff on difficult cases
Maintain comprehensive, confidential records of all sessions
Document sessions, phone calls, or other pertinent interactions concerning the client
Meet with the appropriate primary care provider when needed to discuss treatment
Collaborate with parents, teachers, and other relevant adults in the child's life to ensure comprehensive support
Attend continuing education courses and professional development opportunities
Read books and articles concerning the counseling field
Attend weekly team meetings and fill out weekly check-in sheets
Ability to build rapport and establish trust with children and their families
Strong commitment to Christian values and principles
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Adhere to ethical guidelines and standards set by relevant professional bodies

Preferences (not required):

● Licensed to practice counseling in GA.

● Certification or experience in play therapy, art therapy, or other creative therapeutic modalities.

● Familiarity with Christian counseling approaches.

● Fluency in a second language.

We encourage all qualified candidates who feel called to serve and support our community to apply. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should apply at brokenchainsintl.com/apply and complete all relevant fields in order to be considered.

Please note that only candidates who complete the application in full will be contacted.

We look forward to welcoming you to our team and making a positive impact on the lives of the children we serve!

Please pray about this opportunity, and if it aligns with God's plan for you, we would love to receive your application.

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