School Based Counselor - Temp

Description

Are you excited by the prospect of working for an organization that values your professional development, offers promotional opportunities, has flexible hours, gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families. If so, read on!

WHO IS YFA?Youth and Family Alternatives, Inc. (YFA) is a progressive not-for-profit organization of 300+ staff who are dedicated to working in partnership with communities and families to create a safe, nurturing environment for children and to lead the way in building a bridge for children to have a stable and loving family. Established in 1970, YFA has been around for over 50 years, with services spanning seven counties across Florida. No matter the role, we believe every team member at YFA has a critical role in supporting our children and our communities and we constantly strive to ensure a positive, purpose-driven, dynamic work environment for you to learn, grow and meet your fullest potential. If these values appeal to you and you would like to invest your time, energy, and talent in a cause that can make a difference in a child and family's future, then we may have a place for you on our team!

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for facilitating classroom size groups, for K-5th grade, organizing the cross-age buddies program and facilitating any and all additional units as relates to the Caring School Community curriculum. CSC is a nationally recognized evidenced based program and must be followed as designed. The position falls under the direct supervision of the Program Director. This is a moderate level of autonomy and a moderate range of internal/external contacts.

Specific job responsibilities and goals include but are not limited to:

• Facilitate classroom size groups, for K-5th Grade using the Caring School Community curriculum.
• Complete documentation related to provision of the Caring School Community program.
• Conduct class meetings/sessions as per CSC Curriculum.
• Make presentations about YFA, programs and services and related issues.
• Participate in meetings and work sessions related to service provision including programmatic supervision, individual supervision and inter-program supervision.
• Provide input concerning changes/enhancements to programs and services and participate in design/redesign of programs and services as requested.
• Conduct community outreach programs.
• Complete other tasks as assigned or as necessary to ensure that clients receive necessary services and/or ensure that necessary administrative tasks are completed.
• Other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or leadership.
• Trained and authorized to access protected health information.

Requirements

WHAT YOU NEED:

• Bachelors degree preferred
• 4+ years experience directly in human services, preferably in counseling or with at-risk youth, preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to travel regionally on a regular basis and statewide as needed.
• Ability to bend, lift and carry 30 pounds

Location(s):

Seeking 2 counselors for Pasco County at the following schools:

• Hudson Primary Academy 
• Fox Hollow Elementary School