Are you passionate about helping young women discover their identity in Christ, assisting them in finding healing from past hurts and breaking free from faulty mindsets and destructive behaviors? Do you have a desire to partner with other likeminded women to be a conduit of hope, healing, and life transformation to those in search of truth and wholeness? Are you highly organized and a natural leader? If so, you may be a great fit for our Director of Counseling role!
Education: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling, Marriage and Family therapy or related field. Valid licensure as a mental health therapist in the state of Tennessee preferred or eligibility for licensure required. Ability to supervise counselor’s licensure preferred.
In the Director of Counseling role, you will be responsible for but not limited to the following:
Review counseling notes and data reports and make recommendations for corrections when appropriate.
Organize and schedule group counseling as outlined in the Counseling Manual.
Participate in Program Operations Conference meetings with other DOC’s, PD’s and DOHO’s, and Counseling Advisor.
Hold and maintain board-approved supervisor status when possible and provide licensing supervision for eligible counselors/therapists who are pursuing their license per state requirements. Ensure the counselor meets licensing requirements for the appropriate state.
Drive the personal and professional growth of the counseling department as it relates to best practices in counseling and ensure all state legal and ethical requirements are met.
Ensure continuous awareness of all state legal and ethical requirements as it relates to the field of counseling and recommend changes if/when necessary; work with counseling team to ensure they are informed.
Counsel with assigned residents weekly.
Ability to work with minors and/or pregnant residents and their families.
Schedule and assist with resident evaluations for each assigned resident in coordination with the Program Director.
Meet with the medical/wellness team regularly regarding the resident’s medication, medical status, and/or mental health concerns.
Consult with Nutrition Manager and/or Fitness Manager as needed, regarding residents who struggle with eating disorders or who begin showing disordered eating behavior.
Complete all necessary state licensing requirements as outlined in the Counseling Manual, in accordance with state licensing standards.
Some of the benefits you will enjoy as an employee at Mercy Multiplied include:
Health, vision, and dental benefits offered to full-time employees
Life Insurance
401K benefits
PTO, Holidays and generous bonus days at Christmas
Business casual dress code
Work-life balance
Opportunities to exercise your faith working alongside a supportive team of believers
Attend sessions led by dynamic Bible teachers and Christian speakers and authors brought in from all over the world
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Mercy Multiplied exists to provide opportunities for all to experience God’s unconditional love, forgiveness, and life-transforming power. Mercy’s Residential counseling Program is voluntary, biblically-based, and helps young women ages 13–32 break free from life-controlling issues and situations, including anxiety, depression, abuse, eating disorders, self-harm, addictions, unplanned pregnancy, and sex trafficking. These residential services are offered free-of-charge. The Mercy Multiplied Center for Wellness and Counseling is Mercy’s free-of-charge Outpatient counseling Program for men and women aged 13 and older. Our Outreach Services train and resource men and women to effectively support and minister to those who are hurting and struggling through workshops, videos, podcasts, discipleship teaching, and other practical resources.
The staff at Mercy Multiplied is a team of talented, fun, and hardworking people across four U.S. locations who work together to serve one mission: to provide opportunities and resources for all to experience God’s unconditional love, forgiveness, and life-transforming power.
All positions at Mercy Multiplied require mature Christians with a dedicated work ethic. Mercy Multiplied only hires and employs individuals who live a lifestyle conducive to Christian principles. Only qualified candidates need apply (no phone calls please).
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