Social Work Counselor Jobs in Hockessin, DE

A Social Work Counselor plays a crucial role in the social service industry by providing essential services to aid and improve the lives of individuals, families, and communities. They assess their clients' needs, situations, strengths, and resources to assist and empower them in resolving their problems and improving their wellbeing. Their responsibilities may also include crisis intervention, case management, client advocacy, counseling, and prevention programs. Social Work Counselors work in various settings such as hospitals, schools, community agencies, and social service organizations.

Essential skills for a Social Work Counselor include empathy, active listening, organization, critical-thinking, and communication skills. They should have a strong understanding of social diversity and cultural competency as well. A bachelor's degree in social work (BSW) is typically required, while a master's degree in social work (MSW) may be necessary for some positions. Most states require Social Work Counselors to obtain a license or certification. Prior roles a person may have before becoming a Social Work Counselor include Social Work Assistant, Case Manager, and Community Outreach Worker.

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Licensed Mental Health Counselor

  • Wilmington, DE (10 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 16 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (10 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 16 days ago

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Wage: Between $120-$131 an hour Licensed Mental Health Counselor Are you ready to launch or expand your private practice?...

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Virtual)

  • Wilmington, DE (10 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (10 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 30+ days ago

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Wage: Between $120-$131 an hour Licensed Mental Health Counselor Are you ready to launch or expand your private practice?...

OP Intake Counselor

  • Broomall, PA (21 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Broomall, PA (21 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 18 hours ago

Could you be our next OP Intake Counselor at our Mirmont Outpatient Center at Broomall? Why work as a OP Intake Counselor with Main Line Health? Make an Impact!...

Outpatient Therapist

  • Media, PA (16 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Media, PA (16 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 18 hours ago

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: MA in Psychology or Masters in Social Work with two (2) years direct clinical experience with children and youth and families....

Family Based Therapist - Masters Level

  • Malvern, PA (19 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Malvern, PA (19 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 1 day ago

**Being a Family Based Therapist at Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health has its Advantages!...

Community Support Specialist / Day Activities Staff

  • Wilmington, DE (10 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (10 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 3 days ago

Overview Position: Community Support Specialist / Day Activities Staff Department: Developmental Disabilities Program Supported Employment/Community Options New Castle County DE Availability of...

Substance Use Disorder Therapist, Per Diem

  • Glen Riddle Lima, PA (18 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Glen Riddle Lima, PA (18 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 3 days ago

You will also provide psycho-educational lectures, crisis intervention, case management services and treatment and discharge planning....

Family Based Therapist - Master's Level

  • Malvern, PA (19 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 4 days ago
  • Malvern, PA (19 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 4 days ago

If you answered YES to either of these questions, then consider joining our Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health team!...

Licensed Mental Health Counselor/Therapist (New Pay Rates)

  • Hockessin, DE
  • 6 days ago
  • Hockessin, DE
  • 6 days ago

This is a remote, part-time position for independently licensed therapists and counselors....

Family Service Specialist

  • New Castle, DE (11 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 6 days ago
  • New Castle, DE (11 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 6 days ago

Professional health or human service work may include but is not limited to determining eligibility for and availability of community resources; assisting and connecting clients and their families to...

Home Hospice Chaplain NEW

  • West Chester, PA (14 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 7 days ago
  • West Chester, PA (14 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 7 days ago

Home Hospice Chaplain Job ID: 272906 Category: Other Work Type: FT Location: West Chester, PA, United States Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the...

Family Based Therapist

  • Downingtown, PA (17 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 8 days ago
  • Downingtown, PA (17 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 8 days ago

Exciting News!!! Now through September 2024, Child and Family Focus is offering a $500 sign on bonus*; $250 to be paid on the first check, $250 to be paid on the paycheck following 6 months of...

School Based Therapist - 10 Month Position

  • Aston, PA (14 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 8 days ago
  • Aston, PA (14 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 8 days ago

Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques, in individual and group settings Create, maintain, and update client documentation to address client specific needs....

E00116 - Primary Therapist E

  • Devon, PA (22 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 8 days ago
  • Devon, PA (22 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 8 days ago

"The best part about being an Addiction Therapist at RCA is that I get to be part of a new solution for patients who have only known hopelessness and despair." -- Meg F., Addiction Therapist RCA's...

Elementary School Counselor

  • New Castle, DE (11 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 8 days ago
  • New Castle, DE (11 miles from Hockessin, DE)
  • 8 days ago

Works with students on an individual basis to address behavioral health needs related to peer, family and community relationships, physical health, and social-emotional adjustment....

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Social Work Counselor Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Introduction to Social Work
Examine the historical development of social work and learn the knowledge, values, and skills that characterize the social worker. Take the next step to make a difference in the lives of...
Mental Health in Social Work
Deepen your understanding of mental health in social work through a focus on history and treatment, within a culturally-grounded and trauma-informed approach to mental health and client recovery....
Areas of Social Work Practice
This course will orient the learner to the context for social work, including the diversity of human needs, human services, social policy, and legislation. Learners will also gain information...

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Salary for Social Work Counselor Jobs in Hockessin, DE

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Highest Education Level

Social Work Counselors in Hockessin, DE offer the following education background
Master's Degree
52.8%
Bachelor's Degree
31.6%
Doctorate Degree
5.0%
Associate's Degree
4.5%
High School or GED
3.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.5%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Social Work Counselors in Hockessin, DE
2-4 years
39.3%
Less than 1 year
27.4%
None
17.4%
1-2 years
8.4%
8-10 years
7.6%



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