Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: (This job description does not include specific physical requirements necessary to perform the job, such as, carrying, standing and lifting. Such requirements vary from position to position and may be determined by the appointing authority.)
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Knowledge of various counseling and treatment modalities.
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Knowledge of adolescent behavior.
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Patience and ability to relate in a positive fashion to youth and families from a variety of cultural economic and ethnic backgrounds.
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Ability to supervise, motivate and counsel adolescents with behavioral problems, and their families.
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Ability to formulate and implement appropriate treatment plans.
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Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and to prepare clear, complete and logical reports.
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
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Ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities.
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Ability to project a positive role model.
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Ability to operate a vehicle in a safe and prudent manner.
Minimum Qualifications: (Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis, provided a high school diploma or GED has been obtained.)
Bachelor’s degree in a directly related field plus two years of work experience in the same or closely related field is required. Experience can be from internships, practicums, or employment, and must have required the use of social work or psychological principles and techniques to effect behavioral change.
Necessary Special Requirement:
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license from state of residence, and provide proof of such.
Must possess and maintain state mandated auto liability insurance and properly licensed, reliable vehicle, and provide proof of such.
Must be able to successfully pass physical exam and physical abilities performance test.