• Masters Degree in Counseling or related field with AZ State Substance Abuse Certification and/or other state certification
• Experience and knowledge of domestic violence and women’s issues
• Experience and knowledge of chemical dependency
• Experience and knowledge of program development and implementation
• Ability to provide client assessment and crisis intervention
• Experience with individual and group counseling
• Ability to maintain working relationships with supervisor, co-workers, clients and community agencies
• Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing
• Ability to utilize effective organizational skills
• Ability to obtain Fingerprint Clearance through the AZ Department of Public Safety

• Report to Shelter Director
• Read Staff Log at the beginning of each shift and update as appropriate
• Review current client files and notes on a regular basis
• Participate as a member of the Clinical Team in providing services
• Provide individual and group counseling for clients residing in the shelter pertaining to domestic violence, chemical dependency and recovery issues
• Assist with staff development and training in chemical dependency
• Perform intake interviews, assessment and crisis counseling as needed
• Perform crisis phone counseling, screening, assessment, and referrals as needed
• Document all pertinent client information in individual client files
• Maintain a full case load of clients and perform aftercare as needed
• Develop and follow through on all individual treatment plans and update treatment goals as indicated
• Coordinate services with other community agencies
• Maintain file compliance and complete paperwork within reasonable time frame
• Staff clients weekly
• Follow through on client issues discussed in weekly staffing of clients
• Follow through on client issues according to Chrysalis’ program guidelines
• Coordinate with other staff as a clinical team member
• Complete required reports with the designated time frame
• Participate in maintaining the work environment and resident living quarters
• Adhere to Chrysalis’ policies and procedures in regards to donations
• Demonstrate respect and appreciation to all volunteers, donors, and other community members and organizations
• Attend and participate in shelter staff meeting and Agency retreats/training sessions
• Adhere to policies regarding shift coverage when taking time off
• Follow and maintain all ethical and professional guidelines as set forth by Chrysalis’ Policies and Procedures, licensure, and the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners
• Attend on-going training as set forth in Chrysalis Policies and Procedures (24 hours of CEU’s per year following the first year of employment)
• Maintain current CPR, First Aid, and TB testing Certification
• Perform additional tasks as required by management

NOTE: Chrysalis Shelter for Victims of Domestic Violence, Inc. is an At-Will Employer and signing this position description in no way constitutes a contract of employment.