Contract Child and Adolescent Counselor at Denton County Friends of the Family

Corinth, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jun, 26

Salary

135.0

Posted On

03 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Counseling, Play Therapy, Group Counseling, Individual Counseling, Trauma Informed, Documentation, Confidentiality, Client File Maintenance, Parent Consults, Telehealth, Bilingualism

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Description We are looking for a compassionate and team-oriented Mental Health Professional to join our Clinical Services Team providing evidence based, trauma informed individual and group counseling services to children and adolescents affected by domestic violence or sexual assault. The ideal candidate for this position must have coursework, training and/or experience in Play Therapy. The Contract Counselor will operate as an independent contractor (1099) with DCFOF, providing a minimum of 8-10 individual and/or group sessions per week via face-to face or telehealth services. This position requires a commitment of two weekday evenings (Monday-Thursday) or one weekday evening and Saturday daytime availability to meet the needs of the families we serve. Reports to: Child and Adolescent Clinical Services Coordinator Compensation for Fully Licensed Counselor: $90 for 45-50 minute session and 60 minute groups/$135 for 90 minute groups/$50 Administrative hour rate/$20 No Show hour rate Compensation for Provisionally Licensed Counselor: $75 for 45-50 minute session and 60 minute groups/$120 for 90 minute groups/$50 Administrative hour rate/$20 No Show hour rate Primary Functions: Provide individual and weekly group counseling services to children and adolescent affected by domestic violence and sexual assault Meet with parents/guardians of child/adolescent clients for parent consults as necessary Prepare and maintain a service plan with each client Ensure appropriate and current information and referrals are provided to clients Maintain client files and records with confidentiality and accurate and complete documentation Ensure completion of all required client agreements, forms, surveys and assessments Collect and report statistical data reflecting the services provided Clean and organize play therapy/activity room in preparation for next child/adolescent client Comply with organization’s policies, procedures and professional standards Maintain up to date schedule and available openings and make schedule available to supervisor Participate in DCFOF training or meetings as requested/required Provide a minimum of 8-10 individual and/or group sessions per week via telehealth or face to face sessions The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by staff assigned to this position. This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required. Denton County Friends of the Family, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. This position is grant-funded and will continue only if sufficient grant or external funds are available. Requirements Prerequisites: Masters Degree in Counseling, Psychology or related field Licensed (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LP) or Provisionally Licensed (LMSW, LPC- Associate, LMFT-Associate, Post-Doc) with established outside supervisor Formal Play Therapy coursework and experience Group counseling experience Demonstrated understanding of the dynamics of relationship violence and sexual assault Demonstrated understanding of the impact of trauma in childhood Saturday and evening availability Preferences: Bilingual in Spanish highly preferred Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 25 lbs Ability to easily climb stairs Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time

Responsibilities

The counselor will provide evidence-based, trauma-informed individual and group counseling services to children and adolescents impacted by domestic violence or sexual assault, requiring a minimum commitment of 8-10 sessions weekly. Primary functions include maintaining accurate client records, preparing service plans, meeting with guardians, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and professional standards.