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Substance Use Counselor - Master's Level
Acadia Healthcare Inc. 4.0
Intensive in-home counselor job in Grandville, MI
Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program
Seeking: Substance Use Counselor - CADC, LMSW, LBSW, CAADC
$3K SIGN ON BONUS!
Full Time Hours:
* Monday - Friday: 5:30 AM -2 PM * Rotating Saturday: 6:30 AM -10:30 AM
Our Benefits:
$3,000 Sign-On Bonus
Semi-Annual Bonus Program
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Competitive 401(k) plan
Paid vacation and sick time
Employer-paid clinical supervision (free to employees)
Free and unlimited access to 500+ accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering continued support to employee lifestyle and well-being
Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance
Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry
Our Team:
Western Michigan Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Grandville, Michigan, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our counseling team provides compassionate, high-quality counseling and therapy to patients that are seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.
Your Job as a Substance Use Counselor:
The Substance Use Counselor is instrumental in our patient's treatment and recovery from opioid use disorder. Substance Use Counselors provide high quality, compassionate care through various mediums which include both individual and group counseling sessions.
Job Responsibilities:
Provide high quality, compassionate guidance in both individual and group counseling sessions.
Plan, oversee, facilitate and document patient's recovery.
Co-facilitate assigned group or family sessions as needed.
Ensure all documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents is completed timely and in a clear, concise manner.
Prepare individual treatment plans for each assigned patient.
Initial assessments as well as follow up assessments.
Evaluate patient needs and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.
May plan for aftercare for assigned patients.
Provide crisis intervention to patients, as needed.
Provide case management duties for patients, ensuring individualized quality care as needed.
Act as a liaison between referral sources and patients, as needed.
Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility. Check your eligibility here: HRSA Eligibility
Required Education, Skills and Qualifications:
Master's degree in social or health services field required;
Degree must be from an accredited college or university.
Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities.
* Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.
* Experience conducting individual and group counseling sessions focused on substance use recovery.
* Knowledge of evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention techniques.
* Documentation experience, including maintaining clinical notes, treatment plans, and progress updates in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
* Familiarity with state regulatory standards (e.g., 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, Joint Commission standards).
* Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary team with medical staff, case managers, and peer support specialists.
Required Licenses/Certifications:
MCBAP certification or eligible to apply for a MCBAP Development Plan (applies to CADC/CAAADC)
Attained CADC-DP, CADC, CAADC-DP, CAADC
Attained LLBSW, LBSW, LLMSW, LMSW, LLMFT, LMFT TLLP, LLP, LP, LLC, or LC
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.
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$42k-64k yearly est. 5d ago
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Child Life Specialist PRN/ variable shift - Kalamazoo
Bronson Battle Creek 4.9
Intensive in-home counselor job in Kalamazoo, MI
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Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient and strong. We are driven by Positivity which inspires us to be our best and to go above and beyond for our patients, for one another, and for our community.
If you're ready for a rewarding new career, join Team Bronson and be part of the experience.
Location
BMH Bronson Methodist Hospital
Title
Child Life Specialist PRN/ variable shift - Kalamazoo
The Child Life Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and assessing a comprehensive Child Life Program that promotes the developmental well-being of children, adolescents, and their families. This role focuses on minimizing psychological trauma during medical treatments and maintaining normal living patterns. As a key member of the healthcare team, the Child Life Specialist fosters an environment that encourages mastery through play, learning, self-expression, family involvement, and peer interaction. They are responsible for addressing both the psychosocial and developmental needs of patients, ensuring continuity of care, and coordinating services with the healthcare team.
Required Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Education, Child Development, Child Life, or a related field.
Internship: Completed an internship under the supervision of a certified Child Life Specialist.
Certification: Eligible for Professional Child Life Certification upon hire; Certification from the Child Life Certification Commission (CLCC) as a Certified Child Life Specialist within 18 months of hire. A minimum of two attempts to pass the exam are required within the first year of hire.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in basic computer skills and familiarity with computerized patient charting systems.
Medical Knowledge: Working knowledge of medical terminology, diagnoses, tests, and procedures relevant to pediatric care.
Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
Customer Service: Demonstrates a commitment to exceptional customer service, providing compassionate, responsive care to patients and families.
Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking: Ability to effectively assess patient needs and apply critical thinking to provide appropriate interventions.
Key Responsibilities:
Program Planning & Implementation: Design and provide developmentally appropriate experiences to support the cognitive, emotional, and social growth of children and adolescents.
Patient & Family Support: Assist in medical and psychosocial preparation for hospitalization and medical procedures, ensuring patients and families are informed and prepared.
Developmental Play Environment: Create and maintain a playroom and environment that fosters healthy play, growth, and development, including interactive materials such as bulletin boards.
Team Collaboration: Work closely with other healthcare professionals to address the psychosocial needs of pediatric and adolescent patients, ensuring comprehensive and coordinated care.
Communication: Provide clear, effective verbal and written communication to patients, families, and healthcare teams. Tailor communication to suit the understanding of various age groups and backgrounds.
Data Collection & Reporting: Gather, document, and report relevant data regarding the developmental and psychosocial status of patients.
Supervision & Mentorship: Support and guide students and volunteers involved in the Child Life Program, providing mentorship and oversight.
Physical Demands:
Requires frequent standing and walking, with occasional lifting of light objects (20 pounds or less).
Involves assisting in lifting and moving patients, which may require physical exertion and minor straining positions.
Regular attention to a computer or CRT, leading to mental/visual fatigue during administrative tasks (up to 40% of work time).
Work Environment:
* Dynamic and fast-paced, requiring effective multitasking and the ability to meet urgent deadlines.
* Involves collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure the well-being and development of pediatric patients and their families.
Additional Skills:
* Demonstrates proficiency in interviewing, problem-solving, and providing critical support to meet the needs of pediatric patients and their families.
* Ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances and maintain a positive, supportive attitude.
Shift
Variable
Time Type
Part time
Scheduled Weekly Hours
10
Cost Center
6450 General Pediatrics Unit (BMH)
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$45k-62k yearly est. 2d ago
In-Home Behavioral Health Counselor
Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians 3.9
Intensive in-home counselor job in Dowagiac, MI
Job Description The Pokagon Band Behavioral Health team is growing! We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Behavioral Health Counselor. Our stellar benefits package includes 15 paid holidays, generous PTO, premium health insurance with low co-pay and deductible, retirement plans, and more! We provide a vehicle for travel and support for licensure renewal and continuing education.
Commitment to Citizen Service
Service encompasses all aspects of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indian's governmental operations. Every employee shares the responsibility to provide exemplary service, dignity, and respect to all Tribal Citizens, the Tribal Council, and staff members. To this end, all employees have an obligation to identify and report any service problems, issues, or concerns and through designated channels, initiate, recommend, and actively participate in solutions.
Position Summary: Provide home-based family services, including counseling, crisis intervention, skill building, advocacy, and advise and facilitate patient focused counseling within the Integrative Care Model. Guide individuals served through the available programs with a focus on quality care and personal attention to patient needs. This position will specifically service women of childbearing age at risk for or involved with opioid and or stimulant abuse, and their infants and children, to include those mother/infants/families that may be actively involved with CPS, who relate to evidence based high quality services across the continuum of prevention to recovery support.
Essential Functions:
Counsel patients, individually or in family sessions in the home, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changes.
Screen for DSM-IV-TR diagnosis, test and assess mental and behavioral health and substance abuse and dependence.
Coordinate counseling efforts for the Healthy Start Home Visiting program, specifically servicing those mothers who are affected with Post-Partum Depression and/or anxiety.
Provide intensive case management services to pregnant women with identified/or at risk for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD), and/or Stimulant Use Disorder (SUD), mother-infant dyads with a Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) or Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome (NOW) at birth and families caring for NAS/NOW/OUD/SUD infants
Advocate for patients for the protection of their rights and entitlements as recipients of services and as persons eligible for services.
Collaborate with patients and family members to develop treatment plans based on research, clinical experience, and client histories focused on outcome-oriented factors.
Explore options and set goals with patient and team of providers; connect patient with Tribal, State, and Federal Governmental services with the goal of achieving positive outcomes.
Assure provided behavioral health services are complementary and deliver the coordinated synergies to achieve positive outcomes for each individual served. Assure services are: patient-centered, empower the patient, culturally appropriate, flexible, focus on strengths of the patient, normalized and incorporated into natural support systems of the patient, meet special needs and are consistent and accountable to the individual being served.
Coordinate counseling efforts with mental health professionals or other health professionals, such as doctors, nurses, or social workers.
Chart progress throughout treatment and maintain progress notes. Prepare reports and enter data into computerized and physical Pokagon Band record keeping systems.
Plan follow-up or aftercare programs for patients to be discharged from programs.
Participate in weekly team staffing meetings, integrative treatment team meetings, individual supervision, and case conferences as needed.
Assess and assist with various emergency mental health or behavioral health crisis situations where patients or other individuals may be at risk of hurting themselves or others.
Attend events throughout and beyond service delivery area to provide program services education in the community and improve referral sourcing.
Collaborate with outside providers, school systems, outside governmental bodies (DHHS, Legal, etc.).
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications and researching governmental rulings. Maintain required continual Education credits to maintain required licensures.
Non-Essential Functions:
Appear in court when required or request to act as expert testimony.
Participate at cultural events to promote services and/or assist in crises at events or in community.
Perform other related functions as assigned.
Equipment:
Standard office equipment.
Systems used: MS Office Applications, Internet, Electronic Medical Records
Position Requirements:
Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related behavioral science discipline required. Degree must be from an accredited institution whose program of study has been recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or the United States Department of Education.
Licensed Professional Counselor or Mental Health Professional credentials in the state of Michigan, Indiana, or another state with the ability to meet qualifications for licensing in Michigan if license is in another state preferred. Individuals with limited license will be considered if they are working towards licensure with the understanding that full licensure is achieved within24months.Supervisionavailablefor limited license providers to meet state requirements.
Minimum of one (1) year recent experience providing counseling services directly to individuals with preference in home-based services, including family crisis intervention.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to alleviate stress and anxiety and be supportive of persons and work tactfully, collaboratively, diplomatically and with highest level of confidentiality required.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
Proficiency with MS Office applications preferred.
Experience working with Native American communities; knowledge of Native American traditional practices and values and Native American issues preferred.
Indian Preference
Pokagon Band Preference Code applies.
Physical Requirements:
Use of office equipment, such as computers, fax, and copiers.
Ability to perform a range of physical motions, including but not limited to: sitting for long periods of time, standing, walking, driving, and climbing stairs.
Frequently required to talk and hear.
Work environment:
Work is performed primarily in patient homes.
Requires working flexible hours, including evenings, occasional weekends and holidays.
Requires extensive use of Tribal vehicle to travel to patient homes and throughout the community.
Involves potential exposure to tobacco smoke, domestic animals, household pests, and other conditions common to domestic environments.
Competencies:
Adaptability
Fostering Communication
Teamwork
Acting with Empathy and Compassion
Exemplifying Integrity
$42k-54k yearly est. 2d ago
Youth Care Worker - Compass - Repost
TRAF
Intensive in-home counselor job in Portage, MI
20060694
Employer: Shared Health
Site: Shared Health
Department / Unit: SH - Youth Residential Child & Adolescent Mental Health & Addiction Services
Job Stream: Clinical
Union: CUPE
Anticipated Start Date: ASAP
FTE: Casual
Anticipated Shift: Days;Evenings;Nights;Weekends
Work Arrangement: In Person
Daily Hours Worked: 12.00
Annual Base Hours: 2080
Salary: $22.842, $23.562, $24.395, $25.116, $25.958
Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.
Position Overview
Reporting to the Program Supervisor, Youth Care Workers are responsible for ensuring client safety and well-being, participating in client orientation and assessment processes, developing and implementing therapeutic interventions, delivering structured group-based educational and support programming, planning and delivering recreational programming, assisting clients in the classroom, contributing to ongoing treatment planning, crisis response, medication administration, ensuring facility safety, client transport, reception, and household/maintenance duties including food preparation. Commitment to a client centred philosophy and the ability to work as part of a team are essential. The Shared Health Compass Youth Program is a 14-bed facility located 4 kilometres south of Portage la Prairie in Southport, Manitoba.
Youth Care Workers work as members of the Compass inter-disciplinary team and demonstrate the following:
Ability to communicate respectfully and positively with clients and staff and present self in an approachable, friendly manner.
Genuine enthusiasm for client-centered care and demonstrates empathy and compassion.
Commitment to fostering a safe, healthy and nurturing environment for youth clients.
Understanding of at-risk adolescents and commitment to strength-based approach in service delivery.
Ability to create therapeutic relationships by offering a flexible, non-judgmental approach.
Ability to model, teach and create opportunities for clients to enhance interpersonal, problem-solving, emotional management and daily living skills.
Ability to engage in physical activity and support clients to enhance their physical fitness and the development of positive recreation and leisure interests.
Ability to offer therapeutic interventions and programming which take into account clients' developmental level, interests, abilities and strengths.
Ability to respond to potential crisis situations in a calm, effective manner.
Works collaboratively in the context of a provincial organization, with numerous colleagues, to ensure a consistent Shared Health approach.
Demonstrates the ability to balance the needs of clients, other staff persons and those of the organization.
Ability to contribute to an effective, positive team environment through an appreciation for an inter disciplinary approach, solution-focused problem-solving, and open, direct communication.
Commitment to ongoing individual development, openness to feedback and a willingness to engage in reciprocal learning experiences with colleagues and supervisors.
Commitment to personal and professional ethics, integrity and responsibility.
Ability to manage own emotions and strong feelings; maintain a calm and tactful composure under a broad range of challenging circumstances; think clearly and stay focused under pressure.
Demonstrates a commitment to the agency's mission, vision, values, and objectives.
NOTE: Full-time positions involve a 4 on, 4 off shift rotation (two 7 AM - 7 PM, two 7 PM - 7 AM, 4 off).
Experience
Minimum of 2 years related experience, is required, preferably in a substance use and/or mental health treatment setting.
Crisis response experience is also desirable.
Knowledge and experience in the areas of adolescence, at risk youth (i.e., FASD; ADHD; etc.,), addictions and mental health.
Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)
Complete high school education, Manitoba Standards, required.
Completion of the Child & Youth Care Certificate program or training in the social sciences is desirable, other combination of education and experience may be considered.
Certification/Licensure/Registration
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention and ASSIST training is desirable.
A valid Class 5 driver's license and suitable driving record.
Current First Aid/CPR certification are required.
Qualifications and Skills
Demonstrated ability to work well within an inter-disciplinary team; and an understanding of, and sensitivity to, working with culturally diverse populations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational skills.
The ability to operate Microsoft software applications, internet and email communications is required.
Fluency in English (French/Indigenous languages - verbal and written an asset).
Knowledge of Indigenous customs, traditions, and beliefs will be considered an asset.
Physical Requirements
Availability for shift work.
NOTE: Full-time positions involve a 4 on, 4 off shift rotation (two 7 AM - 7 PM, two 7 PM - 7 AM, 4 off).
We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.
Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.
This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.
Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.
Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.
$22.8 hourly 60d+ ago
Social Worker - Substance Abuse Counselor
State of Wisconsin
Intensive in-home counselor job in Portage, MI
This position identifies the nature and cause of client's problem(s) and incapacities as they relate to chemical abuse, social functioning, vocational functioning, legal functioning, and leisure time functioning. This position formulates service delivery plans, implements case plans upon approval of the supervisor, provides treatment and guidance in line with accepted modules, and develops and refers clients to appropriate community resources.
A Social Worker credential and a substance abuse credential from the Wisconsin DSPS is required to be considered.
Salary Information
Social Worker is in pay schedule and range 12-64 and Social Worker - Senior is in pay schedule and range 12-63.
Starting pay will be set based on full years of non-training Social Work Credentialing in Wisconsin.
Social Worker Social Worker - Senior
0 Years $32.56/hour $35.40/hour
3 Years $33.16/hour $36.11/hour
5 Years $33.76/hour $36.82/hour
7 Years $34.36/hour $37.53/hour
9 Years $34.96/hour $38.24/hour
11+ Years $35.56/hour $38.95/hour
For Candidates hired with a Social Worker Training Certificate (-127) the progression on years of pay will start when a full Social Worker credential is issued (of any of the other types allowed below).
This position may receive a $1.00 to $2.00 per hour add-on pay based on the type of SAC credential possessed at the time of hire.
Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire. A probationary period is required.
Candidates with no prior permanent employment with the State of Wisconsin in the past 5 years may be eligible to accept a sign-on bonus of $3,000. The sign-on bonus will be paid in two installments: $1500 on the first paycheck and $1500 with the paycheck for the pay period in which the employee attains permanent status (usually 1 year). (UW System employment isn't disqualifying.)
To receive the bonus, a candidate must sign an agreement indicating they will remain in that occupational area for a year. If the candidate leaves their occupational area prior to completing the one year, they may be required to reimburse the initial payment.
In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:
* Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
* Insurance: Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
* An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment.
* An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
* The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
* Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
* DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
* Please click here for a summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore employment benefits on the website.
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Part-time employees will receive some of the benefits listed above on a prorated basis. Candidates hired into positions that are less than 60% of a full-time position may not be eligible for all benefits.
Job Details
These positions will normally be on site, but certain sites may have occasional remote work available. You can ask about a specific location if you are offered an interview.
Anticipated schedule will be day-time hours Monday - Friday and the majority of positions are full-time. Specifics can be discussed at time of interview. This position is FLSA Exempt.
This position is not anticipated to travel on a regular basis, but most DOC positions occasionally travel for training, meetings, conferences, or similar events.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.
The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.
The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.
For more in-depth information on employment with the State of Wisconsin, please see the State Employee Handbook.
Qualifications
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants MUST possess an active Social Worker credential issued by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services in the form of a:
* Social Worker Training certificate (127)
* Social Worker certificate (120)
* Advanced Practice Social Worker certificate (121)
* Independent Clinical Social Worker certificate (122) or
* Licensed Clinical Social Worker license (123)
(Applicants with a temporary credential may be considered, but the regular Social Worker credential must be obtained during the first 12 months of employment.)
Applicants MUST also possess an active Substance Abuse Counselor credential issued by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services in the form of a:
* Substance Abuse Counselor In-Training certificate (SAC-IT) (130)
* Substance Abuse Counselor certificate (SAC) (131) or a
* Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor certificate (CSAC) (132)
An applicant may also apply to be considered if:
* You have applied for a SAC-IT credential with DSPS
* Your application status on the DSPS site shows all criteria met or your only unmet criteria is the Employment Verification Form.
* You submit your PAR # to confirm your application status.
Anyone hired with a pending SAC-IT application must obtain the SAC-IT credential during the first 12 months of employment.
IF YOU DO NOT HAVE *BOTH* A CURRENT SOCIAL WORKER CREDENTIAL AND A CURRENT SAC CREDENTIAL, YOU WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION.
In addition to the credential above, in order to be considered for direct hire at the Social Worker - Senior level:
Applicants must also have a non-Training Certificate Social Work Credential AND 12 or more months of social work experience with correctional clients or 2 or more years of total social work experience.
How To Apply
To apply, click on "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.
The initial screening prior to interview is based on a review of your license(s)/credential(s). You will affirm your possession of the required credential and enter your credential number into a text box. Submitted information will be evaluated and qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
You will be asked about your Social Worker credential/license in the application process, and there will be a field for you to enter your credential number. Please enter it as it appears on the DSPS website as this is how we will verify your credential. This is the credential # that ends in "-120, -121, -122, -123, or -127". If your credential is listed under a former name, please include your former name in the same text box after you enter your credential number.
You will be asked about your Substance Abuse Counselor credential in the application process, and there will be a field for you to enter your credential number. Please enter it as it appears on the DSPS website as this is how we will verify your credential. This is the credential # that ends in "-130, -131, or -132".If your credential is listed under a former name, please include the former name. If you are in the process of applying, please enter your PAR # instead. If your application does not have all criteria listed as met except Employment Verification, please wait until it does to apply.
Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete the application process in order to be considered.
The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.
The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.
Questions can be directed to Athena Foster, HR Specialist - Senior, at ***************************.
Deadline to Apply
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the needs of the department are met. This posting will be up until: Wednesday June 17th, 2026. At that time, we anticipate creating a new job opening to continue recruiting for this classification, and individuals will need to reapply to be considered. Applications are processed every week, usually on Thursdays. After your application is processed, you will receive an eligibility designation. The register created from this announcement will be used to fill vacancies, statewide, as they occur for up to 6 months.
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$32.6-38.2 hourly 42d ago
Weekend Respite Care Counselor (Variable Schedule)
The Indian Trails Camp Inc. 3.4
Intensive in-home counselor job in Grand Rapids, MI
Make an Impact. Have Fun. Change Lives. Flexible weekends. Unforgettable experiences.
We're on the lookout for enthusiastic, responsible, and compassionate individuals to join our team of Respite Camp Counselors for our Weekend Respite Camps (Friday-Sunday) and One-Day Camps (Saturdays only) throughout 2025-2026. Pick the weekends that work for YOU-we'll schedule around your availability!
Ready for a weekend that changes lives-including your own?
Spend your weekends immersed in 30 acres of beautiful forest, surrounded by laughter, adventure, and community. As a Respite Camp Counselor, you'll help create unforgettable experiences for campers with physical, cognitive, and/or developmental disabilities-while forming meaningful friendships, gaining valuable skills, and making a difference that lasts a lifetime.
What's in It for You?
Flexible Scheduling: Sign up only for the weekends that fit your calendar
Pay:
Weekend Camps (Fri-Sun): $275 total + free room and board
One-Day Camps (Saturdays): $12.50/hour for 8 hours
All-Inclusive Perks:
Meals during camp included
On-site lodging in cabins
Free parking
Unforgettable Environment: Enjoy nature, fresh air, and time away from your daily routine.
Purpose-Driven Work: Help campers live life to the fullest in a safe, inclusive space.
Professional Growth: Hands-on experience in caregiving, education, special needs support, behavior management, emergency response, teamwork, and leadership.
What We Expect of You
As a Respite Camp Counselor, you'll support your campers throughout all aspects of the camp weekend, including:
Assist campers during activities such as:
Arts & crafts
Swimming
Boating
Ropes course
Campfires
Meal times and more
Encourage participation by adapting activities to meet a wide range of physical, emotional, and cognitive needs
Be a role model: Offer emotional support, companionship, encouragement, and fun!
Provide physical assistance as needed, including:
Feeding
Dressing
Toileting
Showering
Supervise campers at all times with safety as your top priority
Support campers in emergency situations (illness, injury, evacuation, etc.)
Work as a team to maintain a clean and organized cabin and shared camp spaces
Participate in camper check-in/out, transitions, and end-of-weekend cleaning
Follow all policies and procedures, including HIPAA confidentiality and licensing standards
Collaborate with Health Office Staff to ensure you understand each camper's unique needs, including:
Medical conditions
Dietary restrictions
Safety protocols
Behavioral support plans
Take on other responsibilities as assigned by Camp Director or Lead Counselors
What Do You Need to Qualify?
Must be at least 18 years old and a high school graduate (or equivalent)
Ability to lift 50+ lbs and provide physical assistance to campers
Clear background check (local, state, and federal)
Must complete all required paperwork and staff training
Strong communication skills with campers, coworkers, and families
Passion for working with individuals with physical, cognitive, and/or developmental disabilities
Positive attitude, patience, empathy, and the ability to be flexible and adapt
Ability to respond appropriately in emergencies
Understand and maintain HIPAA confidentiality
No alcohol or drug use while on camp property or working a shift
Must be able to work outdoors and indoors in all weather conditions for extended periods
Position Information:
Job Type: Variable weekends/dates (you choose your weekends)
Weekend Schedule:
Arrive Friday at 3:00 PM
Depart Sunday at 12:00 PM
One-Day Schedule (optional):
Saturdays, 8 hours total
Pay: $275 per weekend
Included:
* Living quarters - in cabin with campers.
* All meals during camp weekends.
* Free parking
Reports to: Camp Director
IKUS Life Enrichment Services
ikuslife.org
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
$27k-33k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Youth Care Worker, Transitional Foster Care
Catholic Charities West Michigan 3.9
Intensive in-home counselor job in Grand Rapids, MI
As an Unaccompanied Children (UC) Transitional Foster Care (TFC) Case Manager, this position is primarily responsible for providing casework and supportive services to children in foster care, foster families, and biological families referred to refugee and immigrant services TFC program. This position must provide child-facing services on-site.
This position is expected to function effectively with moderate supervision while following the guidelines given on procedures, along with agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements.
Hourly Salary Range: $17.16/hr - $20.19/hr
Are you passionate about discovering new ways to help empower people and make a difference in their lives?
If you've got what it takes to support us in our mission to provide help and create hope through innovative, collaborative, and diverse programs within the community, then we've got the right opportunity for you.
About Catholic Charities West Michigan
Catholic Charities West Michigan (CCWM) is a community-based agency providing programs in Western Michigan and offering a variety of services in family preservation, behavioral health, child welfare, and community outreach.
CCWM is committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all staff are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.
CCWM encourages persons of diverse backgrounds and faiths to apply for employment.
Essentials Duties and Responsibilities
Provides direct supervision of youth clients in care, including always maintaining line-of-sight.
Establishes a family-like environment that includes modeling supporting behaviors and expectations.
Assist young clients with participating in daily schedule and routine, including preparing and organizing educational and recreational/leisure activities.
Provides child-facing services on-site.
Transports clients on an as needed basis.
Supervises children during field trips.
Drives for Agency business.
Performs other special assignments at the supervisor's request.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the staff member is regularly required to talk and/or hear. The staff member is regularly required to sit, walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. The staff member is occasionally required to stand, climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The staff member on occasion may be asked to move or lift items up to 40 pounds in weight.
Work Environment:
This position is primarily office based, however, on occasion it may require travel to other agency as required by position responsibilities and/or agency management. The position is on-site - must be willing to work entirely in person, however, there may be times that ad hoc or situational telework is needed. This position will be routinely exposed to typical office noise levels and/or exposure to various weather conditions.
The position on occasion may require travel to other agency offices and/or client homes as required by position responsibilities and/or agency management. This position will be routinely exposed to typical office noise levels and/or exposure to various weather conditions.
The qualifications listed above are guidelines for selection purposes; alternative qualifications may be substituted if sufficient to perform the duties of the job.
Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment.
Ability to relate to diverse populations and cultures while communicating with clients and the public in a courteous and effective manner.
Ability to work effectively on a multi-disciplinary treatment team.
Ability to build rapport with clients to help them adjust to new life circumstances.
Ability to provide excellent and compassionate customer service.
Ability to work independently and exercise good judgement, and a high level of confidentiality.
Computer and typing skills sufficient to perform essential job functions.
This position requires reliable transportation.
Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record with zero work restrictions.
Must have personal auto insurance as required by law with minimum bodily injury coverage limits of $250,000 per person/$500,000 per incident or $500,000 combined.
Must be willing to work irregular hours including evenings, holidays, and weekends.
This is an on-site role that requires regular, full-time attendance at the office.
Successfully pass an annual TB test and document preference to receive or decline Hepatitis immunization.
Must show documentation proof of immunity to vaccine-preventable diseases transmitted by the respiratory route.
Must submit to agency approved background checks.
Recommended Employment Qualifications
Education:
A high school diploma or GED is required.
Experience:
A minimum of 1 year of prior employment work experience in the child welfare field working with children and/or adolescents in a social service setting is required.
A minimum of 1 year of prior employment direct care work experience in a mental health field or working with vulnerable youth is preferred.
Bilingual Spanish/English fluency is highly preferred.
Professional Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
Valid CPR and First Aid certified upon hire or within 60 days of hire is required.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Our Mission
Inspired by the Church's social teachings, Catholic Charities West Michigan fosters individuals and families to flourish by providing help and creating hope.
Our Vision
Catholic Charities West Michigan is called to create a just and compassionate community where all people can achieve their divine purpose.
Our Values
Sanctity of All Life
Compassion
Integrity
Respect
Equity
CCWM is an equal opportunity employer, subject to all federal and state laws as applicable to a religious Agency.
$32k-39k yearly est. Auto-Apply 9d ago
Substance Abuse Counselor
Harbortown Treatment Center
Intensive in-home counselor job in Benton Harbor, MI
Job DescriptionSalary:
Harbortown Treatment Center, an outpatient substance abuse treatment center, is looking for a full-time Substance Abuse Counselor.
The Substance Abuse Counselor will have the following responsibilities
Provides individual and group counseling, and discharge planning as appropriately required;
Provides pre-screening, assessment and substance abuse diagnosis utilizing DSM-V criteria that drives the course of treatment planning;
Knowledgeable of DSM-V and ASAM Placement Criteria related to substance abuse disorders;
Prepares patient treatment plans and reviews goals & objectives identified in the treatment plan within designated time frames and in accordance with clients needs;
Treats all patients similarly, generally able to individualize counseling strategies to meet the unique characteristics of the patient;
Compiles reports and maintains progress notes in an accurate and timely manner in accordance with regulations;
Participates in weekly staff meetings and case conferences;
Attends workshops, conferences, online training and staff development training, seminars on current practices as directed by Supervisor to acquire continuing education in the appropriate field;
Maintains cooperative relationships with all referral sources and community resources;
Participates in collaborative community efforts;
Aware of and follows federal and state laws and agency guidelines regarding the confidentiality of client records;
Undertakes related duties as assigned;
Education:
Bachelors degree required; Masters degree preferred.
This position is eligible for benefits, including holidays, retirement plan, PTO and health insurance.
$39k-59k yearly est. 13d ago
Youth Care Worker - 2nd shift
Bashor Children's Home 3.5
Intensive in-home counselor job in Goshen, IN
Job Description
Make a Difference in the Life of a Child.
Bashor Children's Home is seeking compassionate and committed Youth Care Workers to join our team. In this role, you'll provide direct care and supervision for youth in a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment. You'll play a critical role in fostering emotional growth, teaching life skills, and helping youth build a brighter future.
Key Responsibilities
Build and maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing environment for youth.
Supervise and support youth to ensure their physical and emotional well-being.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to create and implement individualized care plans.
Teach and model positive coping skills, emotional regulation, and life skills.
Lead group activities that support social, recreational, and personal development.
Monitor and document daily behavior, progress, and any incidents.
Respond effectively to crisis situations, using de-escalation and emergency protocols when needed.
Communicate regularly with youth and staff regarding progress and concerns.
Participate in team meetings, trainings, and continuous learning opportunities.
Follow all agency policies, procedures, and professional ethical standards.
Qualifications
High School diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Experience or training in trauma-informed care, behavior management, or therapeutic environments is preferred.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to build trust and rapport with youth from diverse backgrounds.
Dependable, calm under pressure, and effective at problem-solving.
Willingness to work a consistent schedule, including rotating weekends and on-call shifts.
Must pass background checks and drug screening as required.
Schedule & Compensation
Full-Time Shifts:
First shift: 6AM - 2:30PM | $18.05/hour
Second Shift: 1:30 PM - 10:00 PM | $19.87/hour
PRN (As Needed): PRN Base Rate: $15.45/hour
First Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Second Shift: 1:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Third Shift: 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM
Weekend Premium: Additional $3.00/hour for weekend shifts
Shift Structure:
Full-time staff on 1st and 2nd shifts work a 4-days-on / 2-days-off rotation
All full-time staff share on-call responsibilities and weekend rotations
Why Join Bashor?
Supportive, mission-driven team environment
Opportunities for professional development and advancement
Comprehensive benefits for full-time staff
The chance to make a lasting impact in the lives of vulnerable youth
If you're passionate about working with youth and want to be part of a team that helps children and families grow and heal, we'd love to hear from you.
$18.1-19.9 hourly 21d ago
Youth Care Worker, Transitional Foster Care
Ccwestmi
Intensive in-home counselor job in Grand Rapids, MI
As an Unaccompanied Children (UC) Transitional Foster Care (TFC) Case Manager, this position is primarily responsible for providing casework and supportive services to children in foster care, foster families, and biological families referred to refugee and immigrant services TFC program. This position must provide child-facing services on-site.
This position is expected to function effectively with moderate supervision while following the guidelines given on procedures, along with agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements.
Hourly Salary Range: $17.16/hr - $20.19/hr
Are you passionate about discovering new ways to help empower people and make a difference in their lives?
If you've got what it takes to support us in our mission to provide help and create hope through innovative, collaborative, and diverse programs within the community, then we've got the right opportunity for you.
About Catholic Charities West Michigan
Catholic Charities West Michigan (CCWM) is a community-based agency providing programs in Western Michigan and offering a variety of services in family preservation, behavioral health, child welfare, and community outreach.
CCWM is committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all staff are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.
CCWM encourages persons of diverse backgrounds and faiths to apply for employment.
Essentials Duties and Responsibilities
Provides direct supervision of youth clients in care, including always maintaining line-of-sight.
Establishes a family-like environment that includes modeling supporting behaviors and expectations.
Assist young clients with participating in daily schedule and routine, including preparing and organizing educational and recreational/leisure activities.
Provides child-facing services on-site.
Transports clients on an as needed basis.
Supervises children during field trips.
Drives for Agency business.
Performs other special assignments at the supervisor's request.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the staff member is regularly required to talk and/or hear. The staff member is regularly required to sit, walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. The staff member is occasionally required to stand, climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The staff member on occasion may be asked to move or lift items up to 40 pounds in weight.
Work Environment:
This position is primarily office based, however, on occasion it may require travel to other agency as required by position responsibilities and/or agency management. The position is on-site - must be willing to work entirely in person, however, there may be times that ad hoc or situational telework is needed. This position will be routinely exposed to typical office noise levels and/or exposure to various weather conditions.
The position on occasion may require travel to other agency offices and/or client homes as required by position responsibilities and/or agency management. This position will be routinely exposed to typical office noise levels and/or exposure to various weather conditions.
The qualifications listed above are guidelines for selection purposes; alternative qualifications may be substituted if sufficient to perform the duties of the job.
Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment.
Ability to relate to diverse populations and cultures while communicating with clients and the public in a courteous and effective manner.
Ability to work effectively on a multi-disciplinary treatment team.
Ability to build rapport with clients to help them adjust to new life circumstances.
Ability to provide excellent and compassionate customer service.
Ability to work independently and exercise good judgement, and a high level of confidentiality.
Computer and typing skills sufficient to perform essential job functions.
This position requires reliable transportation.
Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record with zero work restrictions.
Must have personal auto insurance as required by law with minimum bodily injury coverage limits of $250,000 per person/$500,000 per incident or $500,000 combined.
Must be willing to work irregular hours including evenings, holidays, and weekends.
This is an on-site role that requires regular, full-time attendance at the office.
Successfully pass an annual TB test and document preference to receive or decline Hepatitis immunization.
Must show documentation proof of immunity to vaccine-preventable diseases transmitted by the respiratory route.
Must submit to agency approved background checks.
Recommended Employment Qualifications
Education:
A high school diploma or GED is required.
Experience:
A minimum of 1 year of prior employment work experience in the child welfare field working with children and/or adolescents in a social service setting is required.
A minimum of 1 year of prior employment direct care work experience in a mental health field or working with vulnerable youth is preferred.
Bilingual Spanish/English fluency is highly preferred.
Professional Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
Valid CPR and First Aid certified upon hire or within 60 days of hire is required.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Our Mission
Inspired by the Church's social teachings, Catholic Charities West Michigan fosters individuals and families to flourish by providing help and creating hope.
Our Vision
Catholic Charities West Michigan is called to create a just and compassionate community where all people can achieve their divine purpose.
Our Values
Sanctity of All Life
Compassion
Integrity
Respect
Equity
CCWM is an equal opportunity employer, subject to all federal and state laws as applicable to a religious Agency.
$26k-34k yearly est. Auto-Apply 10d ago
Summer Day Camp Counselor-Intern
Ke Camps
Intensive in-home counselor job in Ada, MI
Job Description
KE Camps is the leading provider of summer camps for country clubs nationwide. We partner with over 230 private clubs all over the country to implement traditional-style day camps for elementary-aged children. Our Staff are the backbone of our programs and therefore, we pride ourselves on giving them an incredible amount of support. As a staff member, we guarantee you will feel a part of the KE Camps Team!
Our Camp Counselor positions have the potential to serve as competitively paid internships that meet your course credit needs.
First and foremost, your primary responsibilities will be as a Camp Counselor. As an Intern, you will be expected to fulfill your regular daily job responsibilities and it will be up to you to complete your internship responsibilities and to ensure that they do not interfere with your work obligations. Contact your college advisor in advance and ask them if you can use your summer camp job as a practicum, internship or for other course credits. If KE Camps can meet your internship requirements, your on-site Camp Director will be your field supervisor and oversee your course work. You will also be connected to a KE Camps contact at our HQ in Skillman, NJ. To receive credit, you must complete the course, practicum or internship per your college's parameters and complete your summer employment.
As a Camp Counselor, you will be an active participant in all camp activities and will assist your Camp Director with a variety of daily tasks, all with the goal of creating a memorable and meaningful camp experience for your campers. Our Counselors interact with our campers throughout the entire day, helping them make friends, try new things, and generally caring for their well-being. The role of a Counselor is to participate, build relationships and have fun while ensuring the physical and emotional safety of every child.
Camp Counselor Qualities
Ability to help children grow in character, experiences and insights
Ability to guard the health and well-being of campers at all times
Capable of sustaining energy for participation in a full day's worth of activities
Prior experience working with children
Enthusiastic, Responsible, Dependable, Consistent, Level-Headed, Flexible, and Calm in all situations
CPR/First Aid Certified OR willing to become certified before the summer begins
Camp Counselor Responsibilities
Work with group of campers and provide a fun, safe and exciting camp experience
Cooperate with fellow Counselors and Camp Director
Greet families and campers upon arrival
Support Camp Director in establishing rules and emergency procedures with campers
Participate in all camp activities
Supervise daily swim time in a hands-on manner from within the water (lifeguard certification not required)
Help out where needed and lead activities when asked to by the Camp Director
Complete other duties, as assigned
Benefits of Interning with KE Camps
Build Critical Skills - You will gain skills sought after by employers. 21st Century Skills such as creativity, problem solving, flexibility, collaboration, organization, planning and communication are just a few of the strengths you'll build throughout the summer.
Networking Opportunities - You will build professional contacts with other staff and camp alumni. You'll have the opportunity to create connections that can provide a link to future internships and job opportunities in a variety of careers.
Hands on Leadership Experience - You will supervise a group of campers, lead programs and positively influence the next generation. This is a hands-on leadership experience in which you will engage in active decision-making, behavior management, and team development.
Our camp is located at Egypt Valley Country Club in Ada, MI. Camp will run Monday-Friday from June 15 through July 31 - staff members must be available to work the full camp season.
Find out more at ****************
$30k-44k yearly est. 15d ago
Summer Day Camp Counselor-Intern
Kecamps
Intensive in-home counselor job in Ada, MI
KE Camps is the leading provider of summer camps for country clubs nationwide. We partner with over 230 private clubs all over the country to implement traditional-style day camps for elementary-aged children. Our Staff are the backbone of our programs and therefore, we pride ourselves on giving them an incredible amount of support. As a staff member, we guarantee you will feel a part of the KE Camps Team!
Our Camp Counselor positions have the potential to serve as competitively paid internships that meet your course credit needs.
First and foremost, your primary responsibilities will be as a Camp Counselor. As an Intern, you will be expected to fulfill your regular daily job responsibilities and it will be up to you to complete your internship responsibilities and to ensure that they do not interfere with your work obligations. Contact your college advisor in advance and ask them if you can use your summer camp job as a practicum, internship or for other course credits. If KE Camps can meet your internship requirements, your on-site Camp Director will be your field supervisor and oversee your course work. You will also be connected to a KE Camps contact at our HQ in Skillman, NJ. To receive credit, you must complete the course, practicum or internship per your college's parameters and complete your summer employment.
As a Camp Counselor, you will be an active participant in all camp activities and will assist your Camp Director with a variety of daily tasks, all with the goal of creating a memorable and meaningful camp experience for your campers. Our Counselors interact with our campers throughout the entire day, helping them make friends, try new things, and generally caring for their well-being. The role of a Counselor is to participate, build relationships and have fun while ensuring the physical and emotional safety of every child.
Camp Counselor Qualities
* Ability to help children grow in character, experiences and insights
* Ability to guard the health and well-being of campers at all times
* Capable of sustaining energy for participation in a full day's worth of activities
* Prior experience working with children
* Enthusiastic, Responsible, Dependable, Consistent, Level-Headed, Flexible, and Calm in all situations
* CPR/First Aid Certified OR willing to become certified before the summer begins
Camp Counselor Responsibilities
* Work with group of campers and provide a fun, safe and exciting camp experience
* Cooperate with fellow Counselors and Camp Director
* Greet families and campers upon arrival
* Support Camp Director in establishing rules and emergency procedures with campers
* Participate in all camp activities
* Supervise daily swim time in a hands-on manner from within the water (lifeguard certification not required)
* Help out where needed and lead activities when asked to by the Camp Director
* Complete other duties, as assigned
Benefits of Interning with KE Camps
* Build Critical Skills - You will gain skills sought after by employers. 21st Century Skills such as creativity, problem solving, flexibility, collaboration, organization, planning and communication are just a few of the strengths you'll build throughout the summer.
* Networking Opportunities - You will build professional contacts with other staff and camp alumni. You'll have the opportunity to create connections that can provide a link to future internships and job opportunities in a variety of careers.
* Hands on Leadership Experience - You will supervise a group of campers, lead programs and positively influence the next generation. This is a hands-on leadership experience in which you will engage in active decision-making, behavior management, and team development.
Our camp is located at Egypt Valley Country Club in Ada, MI. Camp will run Monday-Friday from June 15 through July 31 - staff members must be available to work the full camp season.
Find out more at ****************
$30k-44k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Intern - Master's Level Social Worker, Inpatient and PHP
Eaccares
Intensive in-home counselor job in Grand Rapids, MI
Cost Center
145 PHP Adult
Scheduled Weekly Hours
16
Work Shift
First Shift (United States of America)
Shift & Status
Internship start dates include May 2026 and August 2026.
Who Are We?
We at Pine Rest believe in the power of healing and that everyone in our community has the right to expert care for mental health and substance use disorders. We are much more than just the third largest non-profit behavioral health system in the country, our 220-acre main campus, and our network of clinical sites across Michigan. We are a tight-knit community of healers who witness the impact of our life-changing work each day.
Each day, we are closing the gaps in access to care. We are innovating through leading-edge research, testing, programs, and treatment modalities that others replicate across the country. Our services include a state-of-the-art psychiatric urgent care center and a soon-to-be-built pediatric behavioral health center, outpatient, inpatient, partial hospitalization (day programs), assessment and testing, residential, addiction treatment and specialty services such as crisis response, employee assistance programs, forensic psychiatry and psychology, and neuromodulation. On-the-job educational programs for nurses, psychologists, advanced practice providers, psychiatrists, and chaplains are equipping the next generation of care providers.
We are passionate about serving and are honored to be a part of this incredible work.
What Will you Do?
As an Intern at Pine Rest, you'll be part of tight-knit team that believes in the healing power of your expertise and compassion. The Intern - Master's Level Social Worker will have shared responsibility and accountability with the Internship Supervisor and designate leaders for a group of patients/clients and directs care to these patients/clients via the development of the treatment approach including specific discipline interventions. They will ensure that the appropriate level of care is determined and confer with the family referral source as to the status of the patient throughout treatment. Intern - Master's Level Social Worker must demonstrate excellent customer service and have enthusiasm about the program and the Pine Rest organization.
Our Interns are driven to make an impact in the lives of those we serve and are motivated by the healing they witness first-hand each day. They are dedicated to excellent customer service, enthusiastic about the care we offer, and foster a sense of belonging and empowerment in a diverse workplace.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Assesses and prioritizes patient/client treatment needs including discharge needs.
Implements plan of care and collaborates with the clinical team to assure a uniform plan of care.
Provides individual, group, and family therapy or interventions; psychosocial assessment, including assessment of co-occurring disorders.
Provides input to the interdisciplinary treatment plan, functioning as a team member.
Establishes therapeutic relationship with assigned patients/clients including engaging, deescalating, screening, and managing crises.
Serves as a liaison between community resources, family, patient/client, and hospital- or clinic-based providers of care.
Assures appropriate length of stay based on continual reassessment of patient's/client's progress towards goals.
Responsible to monitor for and report to the manager, attending physician, or appropriate team leader any potential risk to patient safety that could lead to an adverse outcome.
Responsible to document and report all necessary information according to established policies and procedures.
Utilizes processes to conserve financial resources.
Creates a customer/client friendly environment by following quality improvement standards, maintaining professionalism, initiating and maintaining positive relationships with departments, co-workers and external customers.
Works in various clinical settings with diverse patient/client populations with complex needs.
Commitment to demonstrating the Hospital and Residential Services Model of Care.
What Does the Role Require?
Education/Experience:
Currently enrolled in an accredited Master's Level Social Work program.
Notice:
Pine Rest provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
All new employees are subject to a criminal background check and education verification which may include sending a copy of your high school diploma, GED, or college transcripts.
NOTICE: Successful completion of a drug screen prior to employment is also part of our background process.
$31k-43k yearly est. Auto-Apply 9d ago
Intern - Master's Level Social Worker, Inpatient and PHP
Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services 4.8
Intensive in-home counselor job in Grand Rapids, MI
Cost Center
145 PHP Adult
Scheduled Weekly Hours
16
Work Shift
First Shift (United States of America)
Shift & Status
Internship start dates include May 2026 and August 2026.
Who Are We?
We at Pine Rest believe in the power of healing and that everyone in our community has the right to expert care for mental health and substance use disorders. We are much more than just the third largest non-profit behavioral health system in the country, our 220-acre main campus, and our network of clinical sites across Michigan. We are a tight-knit community of healers who witness the impact of our life-changing work each day.
Each day, we are closing the gaps in access to care. We are innovating through leading-edge research, testing, programs, and treatment modalities that others replicate across the country. Our services include a state-of-the-art psychiatric urgent care center and a soon-to-be-built pediatric behavioral health center, outpatient, inpatient, partial hospitalization (day programs), assessment and testing, residential, addiction treatment and specialty services such as crisis response, employee assistance programs, forensic psychiatry and psychology, and neuromodulation. On-the-job educational programs for nurses, psychologists, advanced practice providers, psychiatrists, and chaplains are equipping the next generation of care providers.
We are passionate about serving and are honored to be a part of this incredible work.
What Will you Do?
As an Intern at Pine Rest, you'll be part of tight-knit team that believes in the healing power of your expertise and compassion. The Intern - Master's Level Social Worker will have shared responsibility and accountability with the Internship Supervisor and designate leaders for a group of patients/clients and directs care to these patients/clients via the development of the treatment approach including specific discipline interventions. They will ensure that the appropriate level of care is determined and confer with the family referral source as to the status of the patient throughout treatment. Intern - Master's Level Social Worker must demonstrate excellent customer service and have enthusiasm about the program and the Pine Rest organization.
Our Interns are driven to make an impact in the lives of those we serve and are motivated by the healing they witness first-hand each day. They are dedicated to excellent customer service, enthusiastic about the care we offer, and foster a sense of belonging and empowerment in a diverse workplace.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Assesses and prioritizes patient/client treatment needs including discharge needs.
Implements plan of care and collaborates with the clinical team to assure a uniform plan of care.
Provides individual, group, and family therapy or interventions; psychosocial assessment, including assessment of co-occurring disorders.
Provides input to the interdisciplinary treatment plan, functioning as a team member.
Establishes therapeutic relationship with assigned patients/clients including engaging, deescalating, screening, and managing crises.
Serves as a liaison between community resources, family, patient/client, and hospital- or clinic-based providers of care.
Assures appropriate length of stay based on continual reassessment of patient's/client's progress towards goals.
Responsible to monitor for and report to the manager, attending physician, or appropriate team leader any potential risk to patient safety that could lead to an adverse outcome.
Responsible to document and report all necessary information according to established policies and procedures.
Utilizes processes to conserve financial resources.
Creates a customer/client friendly environment by following quality improvement standards, maintaining professionalism, initiating and maintaining positive relationships with departments, co-workers and external customers.
Works in various clinical settings with diverse patient/client populations with complex needs.
Commitment to demonstrating the Hospital and Residential Services Model of Care.
What Does the Role Require?
Education/Experience:
Currently enrolled in an accredited Master's Level Social Work program.
Notice:
Pine Rest provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
All new employees are subject to a criminal background check and education verification which may include sending a copy of your high school diploma, GED, or college transcripts.
NOTICE: Successful completion of a drug screen prior to employment is also part of our background process.
$32k-38k yearly est. Auto-Apply 9d ago
Licensed Clinical Counselor
Cleanslate Centers 4.6
Intensive in-home counselor job in Elkhart, IN
About CleanSlate:
At CleanSlate Centers, your work goes beyond clinical sessions-it creates real change. We are a national leader in evidence-based outpatient addiction treatment, committed to providing patients with the care and support they need to reclaim their lives. As a Licensed Clinical Counselor, you'll provide compassionate, individualized care to patients struggling with substance use disorders, helping them build a future rooted in stability and hope.
The Role:
You'll guide patients through their recovery journey using evidence-based interventions, person-centered treatment planning, and therapeutic counseling. You'll also collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure each patient receives holistic support-meeting not just clinical needs but emotional, social, and behavioral ones, too.
What You'll Do:
Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and create individualized treatment plans
Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions focused on recovery and behavior change
Maintain thorough and timely documentation of treatment progress in accordance with regulations
Modify treatment plans based on clinical feedback and evolving patient needs
Respond to crises and provide immediate support or intervention
Collaborate closely with medical providers, case managers, and community partners
Support patient aftercare planning and coordinate referrals to additional resources
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, trainings, and clinical case reviews
Advocate for patients' needs within the treatment system and community
What We're Looking For:
Master's degree in Addiction Counseling, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field
Current and unrestricted state licensure to practice independently as a behavioral health professional (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent)
Experience in substance use disorder treatment preferred
Proficiency in evidence-based counseling practices and treatment planning
Strong communication skills and the ability to foster trust and rapport
Familiarity with ethical, regulatory, and confidentiality standards in behavioral health
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a treatment team
Why CleanSlate?
Monday-Friday schedule - no weekends or holidays
Generous PTO, floating holiday, and paid company holidays
Medical, dental, and vision benefits + 401(k) with company match
Company-paid life and disability insurance
Professional Development Support: CEU PTO and allowance for licensure renewal and continuing education
A collaborative, mission-driven workplace committed to making a difference
Qualifications
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This position formulates and implements individual and group interventions in the areas of reintegration planning and substance abuse treatment. The specialist will conduct evaluations using evidenced-based evaluation rating tools, will implement case and treatment plans and will delivery evidence-based substance abuse programming. The specialist will develop and implement therapeutic and behavioral interventions to improve a persons' in our care (PIOC) success in completing program requirements.
Salary Information
This position is in pay schedule and range 12-64 with a starting pay of $29.94/hour - $34.34/hour.
This position may receive a $1.00 to $2.00 per hour add-on pay based on the type of SAC credential possessed at the time of hire.
Candidates with no prior permanent employment with the State of Wisconsin in the past 5 years may be eligible to accept a sign-on bonus of $3,000. The sign-on bonus will be paid in two installments: $1500 on the first paycheck and $1500 with the paycheck for the pay period in which the employee attains permanent status (usually 1 year). (UW System employment isn't disqualifying.)
To receive the bonus, a candidate must sign an agreement indicating they will remain in that position for a year. If the candidate leaves their position prior to completing the one year, they may be required to reimburse the initial payment.
In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:
* Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
* Insurance: Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
* An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment.
* An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
* The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
* Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
* DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
* Please click here for a summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore employment benefits on the website.
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Job Details
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.
The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.
The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.
For more in-depth information on employment with the State of Wisconsin, please see the State Employee Handbook.
Qualifications
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Applicants must possess a current Substance Abuse Counselor credential issued by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services in the form of a:
* Substance Abuse Counselor In-Training certificate (SAC-IT) (130)
* Substance Abuse Counselor certificate (SAC) (131) or a
* Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor certificate (CSAC) (132)
An applicant may also apply to be considered if:
* You have applied for a SAC-IT credential with DSPS
* Your application status on the DSPS site shows all criteria met or your only unmet criteria is the Employment Verification Form.
* You submit your PAR # to confirm your application status.
Anyone hired with a pending SAC-IT application must obtain the SAC-IT credential during the first 12 months of employment.
How To Apply
The initial screening prior to interview is based on a review of your license(s)/credential(s). You will affirm your possession of the required credential and enter your credential number/PAR# into a text box.
To apply: Click on "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process to submit your application.
Submitted information will be evaluated and qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
You will be asked about your Substance Abuse Counselor credential in the application process, and there will be a field for you to enter your credential number. Please enter it as it appears on the DSPS website as this is how we will verify your credential. If your credential is listed under a former name, please include the former name.
If you are in the process of applying, please enter your PAR # instead. If your application does not have all criteria listed as met except Employment Verification, please wait to apply.
Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete the application process in order to be considered.
Current State of Wisconsin employees: If you arrived at this posting through the Wisc.Jobs site, you will need to go to your Employee Self Services portal and apply through the "Careers" tile on the front page.
Questions can be directed to Jordan Hampton, HR Specialist- Senior, at ****************************
The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Please find more on the Department of Corrections' Equity and Inclusion initiative.
If you are interested in a particular facility, make sure you confirm which city the facility is located in when you make your location selections.
Deadline to Apply
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the deadline date: Wednesday March 11, 2026. At that time, we anticipate creating a new job opening to continue recruiting for this classification, and individuals will need to reapply to be considered. Applications are processed every other week, usually on Thursdays. After your application is processed, you will receive an eligibility designation. The register created from this announcement will be used to fill vacancies, statewide, as they occur for up to 6 months. In the application process, please check only the locations for which you are truly interested.
$29.9-34.3 hourly 42d ago
In-Home Behavioral Health Counselor
Pokagon Band of Potwatomi Indians
Intensive in-home counselor job in Dowagiac, MI
The Pokagon Band Behavioral Health team is growing! We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Behavioral Health Counselor. Our stellar benefits package includes 15 paid holidays, generous PTO, premium health insurance with low co-pay and deductible, retirement plans, and more! We provide a vehicle for travel and support for licensure renewal and continuing education.
Commitment to Citizen Service
Service encompasses all aspects of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indian's governmental operations. Every employee shares the responsibility to provide exemplary service, dignity, and respect to all Tribal Citizens, the Tribal Council, and staff members. To this end, all employees have an obligation to identify and report any service problems, issues, or concerns and through designated channels, initiate, recommend, and actively participate in solutions.
Position Summary: Provide home-based family services, including counseling, crisis intervention, skill building, advocacy, and advise and facilitate patient focused counseling within the Integrative Care Model. Guide individuals served through the available programs with a focus on quality care and personal attention to patient needs. This position will specifically service women of childbearing age at risk for or involved with opioid and or stimulant abuse, and their infants and children, to include those mother/infants/families that may be actively involved with CPS, who relate to evidence based high quality services across the continuum of prevention to recovery support.
Essential Functions:
Counsel patients, individually or in family sessions in the home, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changes.
Screen for DSM-IV-TR diagnosis, test and assess mental and behavioral health and substance abuse and dependence.
Coordinate counseling efforts for the Healthy Start Home Visiting program, specifically servicing those mothers who are affected with Post-Partum Depression and/or anxiety.
Provide intensive case management services to pregnant women with identified/or at risk for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD), and/or Stimulant Use Disorder (SUD), mother-infant dyads with a Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) or Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome (NOW) at birth and families caring for NAS/NOW/OUD/SUD infants
Advocate for patients for the protection of their rights and entitlements as recipients of services and as persons eligible for services.
Collaborate with patients and family members to develop treatment plans based on research, clinical experience, and client histories focused on outcome-oriented factors.
Explore options and set goals with patient and team of providers; connect patient with Tribal, State, and Federal Governmental services with the goal of achieving positive outcomes.
Assure provided behavioral health services are complementary and deliver the coordinated synergies to achieve positive outcomes for each individual served. Assure services are: patient-centered, empower the patient, culturally appropriate, flexible, focus on strengths of the patient, normalized and incorporated into natural support systems of the patient, meet special needs and are consistent and accountable to the individual being served.
Coordinate counseling efforts with mental health professionals or other health professionals, such as doctors, nurses, or social workers.
Chart progress throughout treatment and maintain progress notes. Prepare reports and enter data into computerized and physical Pokagon Band record keeping systems.
Plan follow-up or aftercare programs for patients to be discharged from programs.
Participate in weekly team staffing meetings, integrative treatment team meetings, individual supervision, and case conferences as needed.
Assess and assist with various emergency mental health or behavioral health crisis situations where patients or other individuals may be at risk of hurting themselves or others.
Attend events throughout and beyond service delivery area to provide program services education in the community and improve referral sourcing.
Collaborate with outside providers, school systems, outside governmental bodies (DHHS, Legal, etc.).
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications and researching governmental rulings. Maintain required continual Education credits to maintain required licensures.
Non-Essential Functions:
Appear in court when required or request to act as expert testimony.
Participate at cultural events to promote services and/or assist in crises at events or in community.
Perform other related functions as assigned.
Equipment:
Standard office equipment.
Systems used: MS Office Applications, Internet, Electronic Medical Records
Position Requirements:
Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related behavioral science discipline required. Degree must be from an accredited institution whose program of study has been recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or the United States Department of Education.
Licensed Professional Counselor or Mental Health Professional credentials in the state of Michigan, Indiana, or another state with the ability to meet qualifications for licensing in Michigan if license is in another state preferred. Individuals with limited license will be considered if they are working towards licensure with the understanding that full licensure is achieved within24months.Supervisionavailablefor limited license providers to meet state requirements.
Minimum of one (1) year recent experience providing counseling services directly to individuals with preference in home-based services, including family crisis intervention.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to alleviate stress and anxiety and be supportive of persons and work tactfully, collaboratively, diplomatically and with highest level of confidentiality required.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
Proficiency with MS Office applications preferred.
Experience working with Native American communities; knowledge of Native American traditional practices and values and Native American issues preferred.
Indian Preference
Pokagon Band Preference Code applies.
Physical Requirements:
Use of office equipment, such as computers, fax, and copiers.
Ability to perform a range of physical motions, including but not limited to: sitting for long periods of time, standing, walking, driving, and climbing stairs.
Frequently required to talk and hear.
Work environment:
Work is performed primarily in patient homes.
Requires working flexible hours, including evenings, occasional weekends and holidays.
Requires extensive use of Tribal vehicle to travel to patient homes and throughout the community.
Involves potential exposure to tobacco smoke, domestic animals, household pests, and other conditions common to domestic environments.
Competencies:
Adaptability
Fostering Communication
Teamwork
Acting with Empathy and Compassion
Exemplifying Integrity
$39k-58k yearly est. Auto-Apply 1d ago
Summer Day Camp Counselor-Intern
Kecamps
Intensive in-home counselor job in Benton Harbor, MI
KE Camps is the leading provider of summer camps for country clubs nationwide. We partner with over 230 private clubs all over the country to implement traditional-style day camps for elementary-aged children. Our Staff are the backbone of our programs and therefore, we pride ourselves on giving them an incredible amount of support. As a staff member, we guarantee you will feel a part of the KE Camps Team!
Our Camp Counselor positions have the potential to serve as competitively paid internships that meet your course credit needs.
First and foremost, your primary responsibilities will be as a Camp Counselor. As an Intern, you will be expected to fulfill your regular daily job responsibilities and it will be up to you to complete your internship responsibilities and to ensure that they do not interfere with your work obligations. Contact your college advisor in advance and ask them if you can use your summer camp job as a practicum, internship or for other course credits. If KE Camps can meet your internship requirements, your on-site Camp Director will be your field supervisor and oversee your course work. You will also be connected to a KE Camps contact at our HQ in Skillman, NJ. To receive credit, you must complete the course, practicum or internship per your college's parameters and complete your summer employment.
As a Camp Counselor, you will be an active participant in all camp activities and will assist your Camp Director with a variety of daily tasks, all with the goal of creating a memorable and meaningful camp experience for your campers. Our Counselors interact with our campers throughout the entire day, helping them make friends, try new things, and generally caring for their well-being. The role of a Counselor is to participate, build relationships and have fun while ensuring the physical and emotional safety of every child.
Camp Counselor Qualities
* Ability to help children grow in character, experiences and insights
* Ability to guard the health and well-being of campers at all times
* Capable of sustaining energy for participation in a full day's worth of activities
* Prior experience working with children
* Enthusiastic, Responsible, Dependable, Consistent, Level-Headed, Flexible, and Calm in all situations
* CPR/First Aid Certified OR willing to become certified before the summer begins
Camp Counselor Responsibilities
* Work with group of campers and provide a fun, safe and exciting camp experience
* Cooperate with fellow Counselors and Camp Director
* Greet families and campers upon arrival
* Support Camp Director in establishing rules and emergency procedures with campers
* Participate in all camp activities
* Supervise daily swim time in a hands-on manner from within the water (lifeguard certification not required)
* Help out where needed and lead activities when asked to by the Camp Director
* Complete other duties, as assigned
Benefits of Interning with KE Camps
* Build Critical Skills - You will gain skills sought after by employers. 21st Century Skills such as creativity, problem solving, flexibility, collaboration, organization, planning and communication are just a few of the strengths you'll build throughout the summer.
* Networking Opportunities - You will build professional contacts with other staff and camp alumni. You'll have the opportunity to create connections that can provide a link to future internships and job opportunities in a variety of careers.
* Hands on Leadership Experience - You will supervise a group of campers, lead programs and positively influence the next generation. This is a hands-on leadership experience in which you will engage in active decision-making, behavior management, and team development.
Our camp is located at Point O' Woods Golf & Country Club in Benton Harbor, MI. Camp will run Tuesday-Friday during the weeks of June 23, July 7, and July 21 - staff members must be available to work the full camp season.
Find out more at ****************
$30k-44k yearly est. 44d ago
Summer Day Camp Counselor-Intern
Ke Camps
Intensive in-home counselor job in Benton Harbor, MI
Job Description
KE Camps is the leading provider of summer camps for country clubs nationwide. We partner with over 230 private clubs all over the country to implement traditional-style day camps for elementary-aged children. Our Staff are the backbone of our programs and therefore, we pride ourselves on giving them an incredible amount of support. As a staff member, we guarantee you will feel a part of the KE Camps Team!
Our Camp Counselor positions have the potential to serve as competitively paid internships that meet your course credit needs.
First and foremost, your primary responsibilities will be as a Camp Counselor. As an Intern, you will be expected to fulfill your regular daily job responsibilities and it will be up to you to complete your internship responsibilities and to ensure that they do not interfere with your work obligations. Contact your college advisor in advance and ask them if you can use your summer camp job as a practicum, internship or for other course credits. If KE Camps can meet your internship requirements, your on-site Camp Director will be your field supervisor and oversee your course work. You will also be connected to a KE Camps contact at our HQ in Skillman, NJ. To receive credit, you must complete the course, practicum or internship per your college's parameters and complete your summer employment.
As a Camp Counselor, you will be an active participant in all camp activities and will assist your Camp Director with a variety of daily tasks, all with the goal of creating a memorable and meaningful camp experience for your campers. Our Counselors interact with our campers throughout the entire day, helping them make friends, try new things, and generally caring for their well-being. The role of a Counselor is to participate, build relationships and have fun while ensuring the physical and emotional safety of every child.
Camp Counselor Qualities
Ability to help children grow in character, experiences and insights
Ability to guard the health and well-being of campers at all times
Capable of sustaining energy for participation in a full day's worth of activities
Prior experience working with children
Enthusiastic, Responsible, Dependable, Consistent, Level-Headed, Flexible, and Calm in all situations
CPR/First Aid Certified OR willing to become certified before the summer begins
Camp Counselor Responsibilities
Work with group of campers and provide a fun, safe and exciting camp experience
Cooperate with fellow Counselors and Camp Director
Greet families and campers upon arrival
Support Camp Director in establishing rules and emergency procedures with campers
Participate in all camp activities
Supervise daily swim time in a hands-on manner from within the water (lifeguard certification not required)
Help out where needed and lead activities when asked to by the Camp Director
Complete other duties, as assigned
Benefits of Interning with KE Camps
Build Critical Skills - You will gain skills sought after by employers. 21st Century Skills such as creativity, problem solving, flexibility, collaboration, organization, planning and communication are just a few of the strengths you'll build throughout the summer.
Networking Opportunities - You will build professional contacts with other staff and camp alumni. You'll have the opportunity to create connections that can provide a link to future internships and job opportunities in a variety of careers.
Hands on Leadership Experience - You will supervise a group of campers, lead programs and positively influence the next generation. This is a hands-on leadership experience in which you will engage in active decision-making, behavior management, and team development.
Our camp is located at Point O' Woods Golf & Country Club in Benton Harbor, MI. Camp will run Tuesday-Friday during the weeks of June 23, July 7, and July 21 - staff members must be available to work the full camp season.
Find out more at ****************
How much does an intensive in-home counselor earn in Kalamazoo, MI?
The average intensive in-home counselor in Kalamazoo, MI earns between $43,000 and $75,000 annually. This compares to the national average intensive in-home counselor range of $40,000 to $66,000.
Average intensive in-home counselor salary in Kalamazoo, MI