Youth Villages Seeks Crisis Response Counselors with Master's Degree in Chattanooga
Youth Villages is actively recruiting Crisis Response Counselors in Chattanooga, Tennessee, requiring candidates to hold a Master's degree in a social services discipline or be currently enrolled in an applicable graduate program. The organization's Specialized Crisis Services (SCS) Program provides rapid assessment and intervention for youth up to age 18 experiencing psychiatric emergencies, such as suicidal thoughts, severe depression, or aggressive behavior. Counselors will provide mobile crisis response, conduct thorough, strength-based assessments, and offer ongoing treatment and intervention in the youth's natural environment. The role involves collaboration with adult crisis teams and community consumers, along with participation in weekly meetings and quarterly training sessions. The salary range for this position is $57,000 – $60,000 per year, based on education and clinical license.