Adult Counselor - Bilingual

Denton County Friends of the Family; Area B (Cayoosh/Pavilion); On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Denton County Friends of the Family seeks a compassionate Mental Health Professional to join the Adult Counseling Team, providing individual and group counseling to adult survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.

The role requires EMDR or CPT training when possible; Saturday and 2–3 evening hours weekly are expected to meet client needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Master's degree in counseling or related field.
• Licensed as an LPC, LPC-A, LMFT, LMFT-A, LCSW, or Licensed Psychologist; full licensure preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish/English.
• Demonstrated understanding of the dynamics of relationship violence and sexual assault.
• Pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain a service plan with each client.
• Provide individual and group counseling services to adult survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
• Ensure appropriate and current information and referrals are given to clients.
• Maintain client files and records with confidentiality and accurate and complete documentation.
• Collect and report statistical data reflecting the services provided.
• Maintain relationships with community agencies.
• Participate in DCFOF staff and education meetings as requested.
• Provide clinical supervision of counseling interns as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

Master's degree in counseling or related field

Licensed as LPC, LPC-A, LMFT, LMFT-A, LCSW, or Licensed Psychologist

Job description

Description

We are looking for a compassionate and team-oriented bilingual Mental Health Professional to join our Adult Counseling Team providing individual and group counseling services to adult survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. The ideal candidate would have training and experience in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and/or Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). The schedule for this position requires Saturdays and at least two evenings per week or three evenings per week to meet the needs of the individuals we serve.

Reports to: Adult Clinical Services Coordinator

Supervises: Assigned Interns and Volunteers

Primary Functions:

• Prepare and maintain a service plan with each client
• Provide individual and group counseling services to adult survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault
• Ensure appropriate and current information and referrals are given to clients
• Maintain client files and records with confidentiality and accurate and complete documentation
• Collect and report statistical data reflecting the services provided
• Maintain relationships with community agencies
• Participate in DCFOF staff and education meetings as requested
• Provide clinical supervision of counseling interns as assigned

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by staff assigned to this position. This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Denton County Friends of the Family, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

This position is grant-funded and will continue only if sufficient grant or external funds are available.

Requirements

Prerequisites:

• Minimum of a Master's degree in counseling or related field
• Licensed as an LPC, LPC-A, LMFT, LMFT-A, LCSW, or Licensed Psychologist; full licensure preferred
• Bilingual in Spanish/English
• Demonstrated understanding of the dynamics of relationship violence and sexual assault
• Pass a background check

Preferences:

• EMDR training and experience highly preferred
• CPT training and experience highly preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Ability to easily climb stairs
• Ability to sit for long periods of time