JOB TITLE: Counselor (Full-Time, Non Exempt Position or Part-Time)

Candidate will provide clients with culturally aware, evidence-based individual and support group counseling.

SERVICE AREA: James City, York, New Kent, Charles City, Poquoson, Williamsburg, Gloucester, Mathews, King William, King & Queen, Middlesex. OFFICE LOCATION: James City County

About Avalon

Avalon Center is committed to providing safety, advocacy, and support to survivors of domestic and sexual violence. We operate with professionalism, confidentiality, and a trauma-informed approach.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES (Additional duties may be designated by Program Director)

• Provide individual and group counseling services to survivors/clients in both in-person and virtual settings, utilizing trauma-informed, survivor-centered, and culturally responsive approaches that promote safety, empowerment, and healing.
• Deliver timely, compassionate, and trauma-informed crisis intervention services that prioritize emotional and physical safety, stabilization, and client autonomy.
• Provide accurate, comprehensive information and referrals to community resources, ensuring accessibility and coordination of care.
• Conduct follow-up outreach with helpline callers, as appropriate, to reinforce safety planning, offer continued support, and assess evolving needs. Assist with Hospital Accompaniment Program, as needed.
• Research best practices for counseling services for survivors/clients.
• Collaborate with internal staff and external partner agencies to strengthen coordinated community response efforts and, when appropriate, deliver educational presentations or trainings to increase community awareness and cross-system collaboration.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and thorough documentation of services provided, including, reports, correspondence, and required grant-related data entry, in accordance with agency standards and funding requirements.
• Adherence to Avalon’s client and data input/information confidentiality policy
• Demonstrate cultural humility and responsiveness when working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences.
• Contribute actively to a positive, respectful, and collaborative team environment that supports high-quality, trauma-informed service delivery and healthy workplace culture.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and reflective supervision to strengthen clinical skills, prevent vicarious trauma, and support personal wellness.

PREPARATION

• Master’s Degree in social work or counseling required.
• 2 years counseling experience, DV/SV strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of domestic and sexual violence dynamics preferred
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries with victims, staff and the public.
• Able to work independently and as a team member.
• Strong organizational, computer, verbal and written communication skills.
• Successful completion of pre-employment/annual criminal history review.
• Variable schedule, weekend and evening hour availability required.
• LPC licensure supervision available.

This description provides a general overview of the type and levels of work performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive or to represent a comprehensive description of all specific duties. Preparation may be acquired through a combination of formal schooling, prior experience, or on-the-job training.

Avalon Center is an At-Will employer that celebrates diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer competitive wages and benefits as well as a family-friendly, and drug-free work environment. If you are passionate about helping individuals affected by intimate partner violence and making a positive impact in the community, we encourage you to apply. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide support, advocacy, and empowerment to survivors on their journey towards safety and healing.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter with references detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.

Submit to: Juanita@avaloncenter.org Please put: Counseling Position on the subject line.