JOB TITLE: Youth Counselor: PT (20 hrs weekly)

REPORTS TO: Director of Youth Services

POSITION SUMMARY: The Counselor will provide direct, trauma-informed services to youth and children who are primary or secondary survivors of domestic or sexual violence, bullying or trafficking. Services include culturally aware, evidence-based individual and support group counseling, crisis intervention, and assist with educational/awareness presentations and groups.

SERVICE AREA: Greater Williamsburg and Middle Peninsula communities

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

• Provides prompt, trauma informed crisis intervention to survivors on-site and in the community.
• Complete intake and maintain case management.
• Conduct individual and group counseling sessions with survivors as assigned.
• Conduct educational presentations and groups.
• Generate and maintain service provision documentation, letters and reports.
• Resource research and compilation.
• Provide survivors with information and referral.
• Coordinate comprehensive services with mental health providers, case managers and partner agencies.
• Follow-up with 24-Hour helpline callers as needed.
• Research best practices for counseling services for survivors.
• Organizes and facilitates therapeutic and educational groups/activities for children and youth.
• Presentations and representation with partner agencies.
• Provide crisis response to survivors and incidents as assigned.
• Adherence to Avalon’s client and data input/information confidentiality policy
• Actively contribute to a positive team environment to ensure collaboration required for high quality services to victims and effective working relationships.

PREPARATION

• Master’s Degree in social work or counseling required.
• 2 years counseling experience, DV/SV strongly preferred.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries with victims, staff and the public.
• Strong organizational, computer (Microsoft Office Suite), verbal and written communication skills.
• Enjoy working independently and as part of a team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Enjoys public speaking.
• Successful completion of pre-employment/annual criminal history review.
• Valid Virginia driver’s license, acceptable driving record and proof of insurance.
• Variable schedule, evening and weekend hour availability may be occasionally required.
• Ability to travel among various work sites.

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 3 references detailing your relevant experience and qualifications to sabrina@avaloncenter.org. Put in subject line: Youth Counselor Position

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 Equal Opportunity Employer.