Counseling Center Counselor

The Counseling Center Counselor is a key member of the Willow Domestic Violence Center team, embracing the values of Willow.The Counseling Center Counselor will provide a safe, welcoming and professional experience for people using Willow services.The Counselor will partner with clients on their journey and provide trauma informed counseling, solution-focused options and safety planning.The candidate will facilitate community groups weekly, and act as a resource for the community members and partner agencies.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES COUNSELING & CLIENT SERVICES Provide solution-focused trauma-informed counseling to survivors of domestic violence.Facilitate the Counseling Center intake process for new referrals to the program.Facilitate weekly support and educational groups for survivors of domestic violence using evidence-based models to assist clients through their journey to heal.Provide support to program volunteers and interns, as needed.Partner with clients in safety planning as it pertains to their own vision of safety Stay current on community resources to assist clients with housing, food, transportation and safety.Advocate for clients on issues pertaining to domestic abuse and make appropriate referrals (i.e.legal, financial, housing, health).Supervise interns if applicable.DOCUMENTATION & REPORTING Prepare all appropriate documentation as required by funding agencies in adherence with their guidelines.Prepare necessary monthly Counseling Center reports and documentation as required by funding sources in a timely and accurate manner.Prepare and submit any necessary internal agency documentation to appropriate department OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED Assist the Hotline and other programs when needed -- providing crisis and supportive counseling, information, referrals, and safety planning over the telephone or in person.Participate in all Counseling Center and agency meetings and trainings.Attend community training and conferences to enhance knowledge of domestic violence and impacts of abuse.Participate in community meetings as required.Document all hotline calls following the agency's procedures.Complete all job functions ethically and in a culturally competent manner.Other duties as may be assigned.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION Master's Degree in social work or mental health counseling required License in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling preferred EXPERIENCE AND/OR TRAINING A minimum of one-year experience in individual and group counseling.One year experience in domestic violence, sexual assault and/or trauma and crisis work.QUALIFICATIONS Leadership skills Bilingual English/Spanish preferred Excellent written/oral communication and computer skills (Microsoft Office suite, including Excel) required.Ability to work with multiple agencies and systems in a professional manner.Solid understanding of confidentiality and ability to utilize appropriate discretion.Adaptable and flexible.Available to work nights and weekends as needed.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIORNMENT Occasional nights or weekends required for community outreach events.Must be able to lift/carry presentation materials up to 30 lbs.Must be able to operate controls for audio/video and computer equipment.Employee may be required to share an office space.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Hours/Status:Full-time/Non-Exempt 37.5 hours/week Pay Rate:$26.00-28.00/hour Job Type:Full-time Pay:$26.00 - $28.00 per hour Expected hours:37.5 per week Benefits:401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Work Location:In person.