Job Opening: Sexual Assault Counselor – HLFCC

Level	Professional	Salary Range - Intern	$23.08 – $25.00 per hour
Job Shift	Days	Salary Range - Licensed	$53,000 - $60,000 annually
Position Type	Full Time	Travel Percentage	Less than 25%
Job Location	Marble Falls	Education Level	Master’s Degree Required

Purpose & Summary of Position

The Sexual Assault Counselor takes an active part in the development and delivery of counseling services for adult and adolescent sexual abuse survivors and their families including individual, family, and/or group therapy. Counselors provide counseling/intake services at Highland Lakes Family Crisis Center (HLFCC) and/or offsite properties per collaborative working agreements with participating agencies. Counselors provide crisis care for clients who are experiencing trauma. In addition to client services, counselors develop and present staff trainings and public speeches describing counseling services. Counselors regularly collaborate with peers and attend supervision to ensure best practice client care. Counselors assure that both the shelter and non- residential areas are a safe, welcoming refuge for survivors. Counselors adhere to codes of ethics and recognized standards of practice as regulated by the state of Texas. Counselors directly report to the Program Director and participate in the on-call rotation.

Key Duties:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Deliver specialized and trauma-informed counseling services for sexual assault survivors and their families including individual, family and/or group therapy.
Deliver victim-centered counseling with the goal of supporting the survivor's recovery process through listening, encouraging, validating, reflecting, giving resources, and providing a safe counseling environment.
Maintain accurate client records including intakes, case notes, treatment plans, assessments, consent forms, releases of information, and other information reflecting contact with, for, or about the client.
Monitor caseload for follow-up, documenting opening and closing case dates.
With concurrence of the Executive Director, testify in court and/or answer requests for client information.
Participate in the on-call rotation to accompany sexual assault victims through the forensic exam process.
Counselors must stay current with continuing education, licensing, and insurance requirements in the state of Texas.
Conduct community education presentations and professional trainings focused on increasing awareness of agency services and enhancing responses to sexual assault.
Communicate effectively with other members of the HLFCC team to ensure the most up-to-date information and appropriate follow-up for clients.
Collaborate effectively with other HLFCC programs and outside agencies to ensure quality service delivery.
Participate in training as recommended by supervisor.
Attend supervision, program, and agency staff meetings as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Sought

Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, marriage and family therapy, social work or related field from and accredited college or university is required.
Successful candidate will be a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, or hold or be able to hold a similar license in the state of Texas.
Interns and those pursuing licensure for the aforementioned licenses are welcome and encouraged to apply. If applicable must provide own clinical supervisor.

If applicable, professional liability insurance coverage is required.
Experience in working with sexual assault, domestic violence and/or human trafficking survivors is preferred.
Experience working with ages 12 and up who present with behavior and/or emotional concerns such as abuse, trauma, neglect, domestic violence, family breakdown, or bereavement is strongly preferred.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to function as a part of a team and work in collaboration with outside agencies.
Ability to respond appropriately to disclosures of victimization and to work effectively in crisis situations.
Ability to provide culturally competent services and work with diverse staff and clientele in an empathetic and non-judgmental manner.
Strong organizational and written communication skills.
Valid Texas driver’s license, access to reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record required.
Familiarity with community-based services in Burnet, Blanco, Llano and Lampasas counties preferred.

Our Benefits

Full-time employees receive the opportunity to participate in 100% employer paid health, dental and vision insurance options, along with optional supplemental plans.
Retirement plan with up to 3% employer match
160 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued in first year of employment
12 paid holidays

Additional eligibility requirements

Must pass background check, including fingerprinting clearance
Ability to work in the United States

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

Highland Lakes Family Crisis Center is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate with regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

To apply please email your current resume along with a cover letter to:

Kathrine Cholcher, Executive Director kcholcher@hlfcc.org

This position will stay open until a suitable candidate is found.