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Ser Metro-Detroit Reentry Counselor (Part-Time) in Detroit, Michigan
JOB TITLE: Reentry Counselor
DIVISION: Adult Services
DEPARTMENT: Reentry Career Services
LOCATION: Samaritan Center - 5555 Conner St, Detroit, MI 48213 (East)
REPORTS TO: Program Manager
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt Hourly
CLASSIFICATION: Part-Time, 25 hours per week
APPROVED DATE: 9/26/2024
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JOB SUMMARY: The SER Metro Reentry Counselor will work to support the social, emotional and professional well-being of justice involved participants by providing the necessary counseling. This can be helping participants through cognitive behavior challenges or liaising with other agencies and organizations outside of the program. The Counselor facilitates periodic group counseling including Restorative Justice Circles. Leads professional development workshops for staff.
*About SER metro reentry programs: * For nearly a decade, SER has been implementing programs that support individuals with their transition from incarceration into the workforce. Current programs include two federally funded programs that are partnered with a state prison and a county jail, respectively. The other two programs aid individuals who are already released into the community. The Counselor's time would be divided 80% with a prison reentry program and 20% on the community-based program. All counseling activities take place inside of designated American Job Centers or SER office locations.
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provides culturally responsive individual and small group counseling to participants with identified concerns and needs.
- Responds effectively to crises affecting participants and staff.
- Adheres to laws, policies, procedures and ethical standards for the counseling profession.
- Supports the Program Manager and staff with addressing inappropriate participant behaviors through individual or group restorative practices.
- Develops and maintain contacts with social service, law enforcement, private and public agencies.
- Leads professional development workshops/trainings for staff.
- Facilitates group counseling sessions to help build the pro-social capacity of participants.
- Facilitates group workshops on family reunification, health and wellness, trauma and resiliency, and self-care.
- Meet 1:1 with referred participants throughout the program year.
- Maintains appropriate confidentiality regarding participants.
- Supports and collaborates effectively with all stakeholders.
- Assists with the planning and implementation of all large program related activities.
- Composes reports, memos, letters, procedures, manuals etc. for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference and conveying information regarding all aspects of the position.
- Attends required meetings and trainings as required by the Program Manager, funder, or corrections partner.
- Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.
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SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A
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JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
MA/MS in Counseling or Social Work from an accredited 4-year college or university.
5-10 years of experience with individual and group counseling.
Exceptional interpersonal communication, computer and organizational skills.
Ability to interact with participants, partners, and staff in a positive and productive manner.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to help participants gain self-awareness, accountability, and sound decision-making skills.
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