Part-Time Helpline Counselor

Location: Remote, some in-office training and visits required to Claremont HQ
Working Hours: Part-Time, Saturday and Sunday, 2pm-11pm, some weekday coverage as needed.

About Us:

We are a compassionate organization dedicated to supporting the personal growth and development of all Parents, Children, and Youth through trusted programs that promote broad engagement and strengthen families. We offer a welcoming environment where parents, caregivers, and their children can receive support, guidance, and resources to help them navigate personal concerns and challenges.

Learn more about Parents Anonymous®:  https://parentsanonymous.org/ 

Learn more about the CA and National Parent and Youth Helplines: https://caparentyouthhelpline.org 

https://nationalparentyouthhelpline.org:

Position Overview:

Parents Anonymous Inc. is looking for an enthusiastic, caring, and compassionate behavioral health professional with MSW, MFT, MS or MA in Counseling, Psychology or Social Work. You will be trained to deliver the Evidence-Based Parents Anonymous  therapeutic techniques by answering calls, texts, and live chats to diverse Parents, Children & Youth on the National Parent & Youth Helpline. Parents Anonymous provides Clinical Supervision for ACSWs, AMFTs and APCCs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Utilize Parents Anonymous Evidence-Based therapeutic processes to respond and assist Parents, Children and Youth through phone/texts/live-chats/video chats on the CA Parent and Youth Helpline and document interactions in database.
  • Provide emotional support and locate appropriate resources in response to their issue or concern.
  • Address crises such as suicidal ideation and child and elder abuse and neglect.
  • Retrieve and reply to emails and messages. Utilize a caller database to collect and document calls and outcomes.
  • Attend all required training and weekly clinical supervision.
  • Implement all Parents Anonymous policies and procedures.
  • Maintain confidentiality of all services provided.
  • Engage in outreach initiatives to agencies/organizations to increase engagement of Parents, Caregivers, Children and Youth in Parents Anonymous programs.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Must possess a Master’s Degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology or Counseling from an accredited graduate school.
  • Fully registered with the Board of Behavioral Sciences with 1,000 supervised hours preferred.
  • Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred and other languages spoken is a plus.
  • Must have a minimum of 1-2 years working in social services with Parents and/or Youth.
  • Must have well-developed computer skills.
  • Patient learner, high intelligence, passionate, open to feedback, and team player
  • Willingness to be flexible to fulfill the requirements of the position
  • Must be culturally responsive, responsible, and able to seek assistance from supervisor when crises arise.
  • Must have a smartphone, reliable in-home internet access, and a private room with a door that can be closed where confidential, HIPPA-compliant conversations can be held with individuals.
  • Must embrace the philosophy and theory of change of Parent Anonymous including mutual support, parent leadership, shared leadership, and personal growth and change.
  • Attend 40 hours of Comprehensive Training In-Person, flexible scheduling.
  • Must embrace and reflect the Mission, Vision, and Principles of Parents Anonymous Inc.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $32.00 – $36.00 per hour

Benefits

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Job Type: Full Time

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