Family Services Counselor (FSC) (Skagit and Whatcom)

42 Years of Advancing Potential

Job Summary:

The FSC focuses on empowering the family to solve problems, become self-sufficient, and strengthen their relations with a variety of community resources.

FSCs provide clinical service delivery, including thorough family assessment, identification of strengths and risk factors within the family, family service plan development, implementation, and outcomes identified in each plan in collaboration with social workers.

• see attached job description for complete FSC Therapist description

Wage: $22.00-33.00 *DOE

(Top wage available to candidates with Master's Degrees who are Licensed only)

Program: 39

Location: Skagit and Whatcom counties

We are looking for a Part Time Family Preservation Services (FSC) for the Skagit and Whatcom area.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in social work, Psychology, social or behavioral science or closely related field

• OR

• Bachelor's degree in social or behavioral sciences or closely related field and two years' paid experience delivering services to families and children.

• Have a clear criminal history and pass a background check

Licensing and Certifications:

• Currently have or within 30 days of being hired CPR/First Aid Certification (Paid by SA)
• Current driver's license, car, and car insurance
• TB Test: Within 7 days of first day of employment (Paid by SA)
• Current or ability to obtain: Licensed, certified or agency affiliated as a counselor in the State of Washington under Department of Health healthcare professional credentialing guidelines

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in social or behavioral science or closely related field from an accredited college or university plus minimum one-year experience working with children and families

Benefits:

PayActiv: Real time access to earned wages

401(k), 401(k) Matching, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Schedule, Paid Time Off

Service Alternatives will pay for licensing upon hire.

• See attached "at a glance" for more information*

Additional Benefits:

7 agency recognized holidays as well as a preferred holiday and birthday leave; Continuing Education Benefit of up to $750.00 per year; up to 100 hours supervision towards licensure annually

Service Alternatives is:

We are a values-driven human services company making an impact since 1983. We align our vision, mission and values in the operations of our business. Our Vision, Mission, Values and DEIB Statement can be found here: Vision, Mission, Values and DEIB

SA is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.

Position will be part time to start, moving to full time steadily as case load increases.