Counseling Assistant

Highfields, Inc.

Counseling Assistant providing in-home or community-based mental health support for families with children. Flexible schedule with remote documentation as needed.

Posted 4/30/2026full-timeRemote • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $41,808 - $48,505 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Counseling Assistant works with the master level clinicians to provide in-home or community-based mental health treatment planning, case management, referrals, crisis planning and support for families with children.
Services provided to clients in Jackson and Hillsdale counties during traditional and non-traditional hours allowing for a flexible schedule.
Paperwork and documentation may be performed remotely, as there is no expectation to be in the office.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in mental health related field.
State licensure commensurate with position requirement (Consideration given if currently in process of obtaining or ability to obtain.)
One year or more experience in coordinating services for children and families.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to show sensitivity to the service populations’ cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.

Benefits

Comp & perks

4 weeks paid time off (accrual start on first day)
11 paid holidays in addition to paid birthday and paid floating holiday
Paid mileage
Flexible schedule
License supervision
Paid licensing practice exam, seminar, and final exam
Paid training opportunities
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (after 30 days)
Short-term disability
401(k)
Student Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer

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Soft Skills

sensitivity to cultural characteristicssensitivity to socioeconomic characteristicscase managementcrisis planningtreatment planning

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in mental health related fieldState licensure