Job Details

In Amelia Center at Arlington Building

Work schedule will be Full-time on the Day Shift, M-F 9 to 5.

Summary:
The Group Counseling Coordinator is responsible for coordination of all psycho-educational, therapeutic and support groups offered through The Amelia Center, in addition to carrying a full individual and family counseling caseload. Experience providing counseling for Perinatal loss issues is preferred. He/She will keep records, evaluations and statistical information for the purpose of reporting on all groups. A current license in Counseling or Social Work is required.

Other information:
An understanding of the grief process and experience in working with grieving children and families is required. Must have a working understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Credentials with Equivalent Qualifications:
Essential:
* Licensed Professional Counselor or any of the following equivalent qualifications below:
    - Licensed Master Social Worker
    - Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker

Education with Equivalent Qualifications:
Essential:
* Masters Degree in Counseling

Experience with Equivalent Qualifications:
Essential:
* 3 Years job experience as Staff Level with specialization in the field of Behavioral Counseling

History Monday, June 26, 1995, on a railroad track crossing near YMCA’s Camp Cosby in Alpine, Alabama, a train collided with a car carrying four camp counselors. All of them were killed instantly. One of those counselors was a young lady named Amelia Elliott. Because no place like The Amelia Center existed, this tragic accident highlighted the need for support for the children and families grieving the death of these individuals. In a partnership with Children’s of Alabama, Amelia’s parents (George and Jerrie), along with the community and many supportive friends, had a vision to create a place of hope for grieving families. The Amelia Center opened its doors in July 1997. Since then, its team of counselors has provided a place of hope for thousands of grieving individuals. The Amelia Center Today The Vision for The Amelia Center is that all grieving children, parents and families in the greater Birmingham region have access to a caring and compassionate environment that fosters hope and healing. BEREAVED PARENTS PROGRAM Individual Counseling Individual counseling is available at no set fee to parents or grandparents anticipating or grieving the loss of a child or grandchild. CHILD/TEEN PROGRAM Individual Counseling Individual counseling is available at no set fee to children (age 5 and above) and their caregivers. This includes children, teenagers, and young adults (age 19-21) anticipating or grieving the loss of a parent, grandparent, sibling, close relative or friend. We provide a safe place for children and teenagers to creatively express feelings for which they might not even have words. Through art, play, and expression, children and teenagers can find hope. To set up an appointment, or for more information, please contact 205-638-7481. Visit www.ameliacenter.org for more information.