Crisis Counselor II

Job Description

Principal Duties:

Provides follow-up psychotherapy and counseling to victims and families

Understands the impact of sexual abuse/assault/exploitation on the individual and family.

Develops a therapeutic relation with client and establishes mutual treatment goals.

Assesses developmental norms and identifies problematic behavior symptomatic of sexual abuse/assault

Utilizes special techniques in assessment and treatment for children.

Assesses the environment's safety for the victim and recommends alternatives as indicated.

Provides group counseling.

Writes professional clinical summaries and court reports as requested.

Utilizes active listening skills to ascertain each patient's needs; responds in an appropriate manner.

Responds to needs of all crisis line callers in an appropriate manner in accordance with written procedures.