Family Counselor

Highfields, Inc.

Family Counselor addressing family dynamics and communication issues within home environment in Jackson and Hillsdale counties. Providing therapies and necessary skills with flexible and hybrid work setup.

Posted 5/7/2026full-timeJackson • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $48,318 - $56,305 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct counseling sessions within a family's home
Assess and address family dynamics, communication issues, and challenges by working directly with all family members in their environment
Conduct comprehensive evaluations, including individual needs, relationships, and environmental factors
Provide counseling sessions, teaching coping mechanisms, parenting skills, conflict resolution strategies, and other necessary skills to strengthen family relationships
Services are provided two to four hours per week as needed
Work with clients located in Jackson and Hillsdale counties
Flexible schedule and ability to complete documentation remotely
Attend staff meetings held in-office

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree in counseling, social work, or directly related field (will consider if bachelor's degree is obtained and are in process of completing master's degree)
State licensure commensurate with required degree (consideration given if currently in process of obtaining or ability to obtain)
One year or more experience in providing counseling services to children and families
Valid driver's license.

Benefits

Comp & perks

4 weeks paid time off (accrual starts on first day)
11 paid holidays in addition to a paid birthday and paid floating holiday
Paid mileage
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
Work-Life balance

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Hard Skills & Tools

counselingevaluationconflict resolutionparenting skillscoping mechanisms

Soft Skills

communicationflexibilityinterpersonal skillsproblem-solving

Certifications

Master's degree in counselingMaster's degree in social workState licensure