Family Counselor - Branch and Hillsdale Counties
Bachelor's
$39,000 - $45,000 USD yearly
Highfields is seeking a family counselor to provide solution-focused, home-based counseling services to children and families. You will be providing face-to-face services with clients in their homes in Branch and Hillsdale counties in Michigan.
Minimum Qualifications / Experience:
- A bachelor's degree in human services preferred or an associate's degree if within one year of receiving a bachelor's degree
- One year of experience in working with children and families preferred
- Ability to show sensitivity to the service populations’ cultural and socioeconomic characteristics
Essential Functions:
- Engage with children and families, assisting them to improve their functioning
- Provide home-based services and/or parenting time supervision for families at a level that meets contractual expectations including unit thresholds and documentation requirements
- Interact with clients in non-traditional settings and during non-traditional hours
- Represent clients served and Highfields through interacting with referral sources
Travel Requirements
- Extensive travel to clients’ homes is required.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Must maintain adequate insurance coverage.
- Must have/maintain a valid driver’s license and minimal driving infractions
Benefits
- 4 weeks paid time off (accrual begins on first day)
- 11 Paid Holidays plus paid birthday and floating holiday
- Flexible Schedule
- Paid Training Opportunities
- Student Loan Forgiveness through Work Eligibility
- Paid Mileage
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- Mental Health Resources
- Inclusive Culture and Support for Wellness
- Short-Term Disability
- In-House Trainings
- A Family Work Environment
***Physical Requirements & Employee Testimonials attached