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Child and Family Counselor

Introduction: At The Well, located in Norfolk, Nebraska, we’re on a mission to expand our team of dynamic counselors, bringing on more team members who are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of the consumers we serve. With a foundation rooted in hope, generosity, humility, inclusion, and teamwork, we offer a supportive and enriching work environment where you can flourish professionally and personally.

What We Offer:

  • Innovative Documentation Solutions: Do you dislike clinical documentation as much as we do? We’re committed to supporting you by minimizing the documentation burden with our creative approach to these tedious tasks.
  • A Supportive Work Environment Grounded in Hope: We maintain optimism and resilience, fostering a culture where everyone is inspired to persevere, adapt, and work towards a better tomorrow.
  • Generosity in Every Interaction: Join a team that supports and uplifts without expectation, creating a ripple effect of positivity in both personal and professional environments.
  • Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate human differences, ensuring a workplace where prejudice is challenged, and all backgrounds are respected and valued.
  • A Team-Oriented Approach: Emphasize effective communication, seek assistance when needed, and ensure continuity and excellence in service delivery.
  • Flexible Scheduling and Professional Growth Opportunities: Thanks to a generous ARPA grant, we offer training in PCIT, EMDR, DBT, IAEDP, HeartMath, and Neurofeedback for counselors interested in these opportunities.
  • Work/Life Balance: Enjoy benefits like paid paternity/maternity leave, vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, and assistance with accessing child care services.

Opportunities for Students:

If you’re still pursuing your degree but are drawn to The Well’s values and mission, we offer paid internships to provide real-world experience alongside your academic studies.

Qualifications:

  • Licensure: Eligibility for licensure in Nebraska as a Mental Health Practitioner and/or Alcohol and Drug Counselor.
  • Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional communication, empathy, and rapport-building abilities.
  • Adaptability and Client-Centered Approach: Flexible therapy approaches and a focus on collaborative goal-setting and client self-efficacy.
  • Evidence-Based Practice and Professional Development: A commitment to continuous learning and adherence to ethical standards.
  • Operational Competencies, Self-Care, and Professionalism: Manage clinical records, engage in problem-solving, and maintain professionalism.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Client Care: Deliver high-quality counseling individual and group counseling services, helping clients achieve personal growth based on their identified goals.
  • Continuous Learning: Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance therapeutic techniques and maintain compliance with industry standards.
  • Ethical Practice: Uphold strict ethical and confidentiality standards, ensuring professional integrity in all actions.
  • Collaborative Service Delivery: Work within a team to provide comprehensive care, sharing knowledge and contributing to a supportive work environment.
  • Community and Inclusivity: Participate in initiatives to promote mental health awareness and foster an inclusive atmosphere for all clients and staff.
  • Professional Growth and Self-Care: Take part in mentorship and well-being activities, aiming for personal and professional balance.

Be Part of a Team That Checks the Ego at the Door:

We encourage humility and self-awareness, fostering an environment where collaboration thrives, and every contribution is valued. If you’re ready to make a significant impact within a community that champions hope, generosity, diversity, and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply Now to Join The Well:

If you embody these values and have the qualifications we’re looking for, please reach out to our Human Resources team at humanresources@womenslifeline.net or call 402-371-0220 for more information.

Join us at The Well, where we are invested in shaping our community through epic client care; actively driving transformative change and making enduring impacts on the lives we influence.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $57,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Education:

  • Master’s (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Norfolk, NE 68701: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

*All salaries are calculated with our wage matrix using: years of experience, education, and other credentials. We utilize a wage matrix to provide a systematic and fair approach to salary determination, promoting transparency and reduces salary disparities for current and future team members.

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