Family Counselor

Family Counselor – Arnette House, Inc. (Ocala, FL)

Location: Ocala, Florida
Department: Residential – Shelter
Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt

At Arnette House, Inc., our mission is to provide safe shelter, support, and guidance to youth and families in crisis. We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Family Counselor to join our team. This is a meaningful opportunity to strengthen families, prevent out-of-home placements, and serve as a positive role model for at-risk youth.

As a Family Counselor, you will:

• Conduct intake screenings and psychosocial assessments for youth and families.
• Provide crisis intervention, individual, group, and family counseling in the shelter and the community.
• Create and monitor individualized treatment plans in collaboration with youth, parents/guardians, and other key supports.
• Deliver case management services, including advocacy, coordination, referrals, and ongoing monitoring.
• Collaborate with the Department of Juvenile Justice, Department of Children and Families, schools, and community agencies.
• Maintain accurate clinical records, reports, and documentation.
• Participate in staff meetings, treatment teams, and outreach activities.
• Provide transportation for youth and families as needed.
• Serve as a positive role model, encouraging resilience, respect, and hope.

What We’re Looking For

• Education: Master’s degree in a social/behavioral science field required.
• Experience: Minimum of two years of counseling adolescents.
• Character: Demonstrates strong ethics, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Skills: Effective communicator, crisis problem-solver, and able to work with culturally diverse populations.
• Requirements: Valid Florida driver’s license, reliable transportation, and required auto insurance.

Why Join Arnette House?

• Be part of a mission-driven nonprofit making a lasting difference for youth ages 8–17 and their families.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

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https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $52,000.00 per year

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Work Location: In person