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Counselor
Job Location:
Job Location:
McKinney, TX - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 22 - 25
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
30 September 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
The Samaritan Inn is a comprehensive housing stability program that supports individuals in realizing dignity and gaining independence.
Position Title: Counselor
Reports to: Counseling Team Lead
Pay Rate: $22 - $25/hour
About the Organization:
The Samaritan Inn was founded in 1984 as a 10-bed single mens homeless shelter. Since then it has grown to become one of the largest shelters for our unhoused neighbors in North Texas. We serve single men women and families with the capacity to serve up to 226 residents. We ensure housing stability through prevention access and comprehensive support affirming dignity strengthening independence and cultivating a community rooted in care.
Summary of the Job:
The Counselor provides mental health counseling and support services to homeless residents through individualized treatment plans with a focus on emotional well-being goal-setting and long-term stability. The role fosters therapeutic relationships and utilizes clinical expertise to promote positive change and reduce recidivism.
Essential Functions:
- Provide individual couples group and crisis counseling to address emotional and social concerns.
- Develop and implement treatment plans tailored to each residents needs and clinical presentation.
- Build and maintain effective therapeutic relationships; terminate services appropriately based on clinical progress.
- Collaborate with community service providers for coordinated care and resource referrals.
- Maintain timely accurate and confidential client records in accordance with agency standards.
- Refer residents to appropriate external resources or specialists when needed.
- Submit required reports and documentation as directed.
- Attend and contribute to weekly clinical meetings and interdisciplinary case consultations.
- Uphold the highest standards of professional ethics and maintain healthy boundaries with all residents.
Required Education/Experience:
- Masters degree in counseling Clinical Psychology or Social Work.
- Eligible for permanent professional licensure in the State of Texas (e.g. LPC-Associate LMSW or equivalent).
- Strong understanding of homelessness and its contributing factors.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience working in a nonprofit shelter or social service environment.
Core Competencies / Soft Skills:
- Strong problem-solving and reflective listening abilities.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional ethical standards.
- Receptivity to clinical supervision and feedback.
- Adaptability in high-demand fast-paced settings.
- Ability to identify and respond to crisis and stress indicators in self and others.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- General proficiency with computers and client management systems.
Compensation & Benefits:
The Samaritan Inn provides a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance retirement contributions and paid time off.
Work Environment:
- Work is performed in an office and shelter setting.
- Must be able to ascend and descend stairs and ramps multiple times daily using feet and legs; arms and hands may assist with balance.
Disclaimer and Equal Opportunity Statement: The Samaritan Inn has made every effort to accurately and thoroughly describe this position. However The Samaritan Inn reserves the right to modify add or remove duties at its sole discretion at any time with or without prior notice. This job description does not imply that these are the only duties essential or otherwise to be performed by the employee in this role. It is not an employment contract implied or otherwise and employment remains at will. Job requirements and responsibilities are subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities. The Samaritan Inn is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity of thought and experience. We do not discriminate based on race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation or gender identity) national origin age disability genetic information veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the application and employment process. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability please contact . All offers of employment at The Samaritan Inn are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and reference checks. |
