Bilingual Clinician_JOR

National Youth Advocate Program; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (33 days)

Healthcare benefits

Pet insurance

401(k)

Summer hours off

Mileage reimbursement

Phone allowance

Student loan repayment assistance

CEUs and trainings

Job summary

National Youth Advocate Program in Cincinnati, OH seeks a licensed mental health clinician to provide trauma-informed services, assessments, referrals, and on-site child-facing care within our mission-driven team.

Responsibilities include maintaining a clinical caseload, conducting assessments, individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, family sessions, and coordination with community partners; travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Master's or doctorate degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related behavioral discipline.
• Must be licensed or eligible for licensure; non-licensed staff must pursue licensure within 3 years.
• Bilingual English/Spanish fluency required to serve children and families.
• Proficient use of computers and common software (Word, spreadsheets, databases).

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed mental health services including assessments and referrals.
• Provide child-facing on-site services.
• Maintain an active clinical caseload and meet service delivery thresholds.
• Conduct mental health assessments and provide individual and group counseling.
• Provide crisis intervention when needed and facilitate family sessions.
• Travel to foster caregiver homes and coordinate with community partners.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Computer skills

Education

Master's or Doctorate in psychology / social work / counseling

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Cincinnati, OH 45241Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 Salary/yearJob Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesWorking At NYAP

NYAP's commitment to doing what is best for children, youth and their families is a core value and one that we look for in our newest team members.

• 33 Paid days off each year!(11 holidays + 22 days PTO)
• Healthcare Benefits for you and your family
• Pet insurance that provides discounts and reimbursements
• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k), Summer Hours Off (Half-day Fridays and Work Anniversary Trips!)
• Mileage Reimbursement, Phone Allowance, Student Loan Repayment Assistance, CEU’s and ongoing trainings/education

Why Work with Us?Exciting Benefits and Opportunities at NYAP!

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Clinician here for La Jornada will perform duties including, but not limited to:

• Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies.
• Collaborate with the cross-functional service team to provide trauma-informed mental health related services including conducting required assessments, referrals to mental health providers and assessments to identify human trafficking concerns.
• Provide child-facing services on-site.
• Maintain an active clinical caseload pursuant to the assigned program ratio and consistently achieve established service delivery thresholds.
• Conduct mental health assessments; and provide ongoing individual and group counseling services, as well as provide crisis intervention if needed.
• Facilitate family sessions as needed.
• Perform visits at foster caregiver’s homes within pre-established days from the child’s admission as needed.
• Continually monitor the mental well-being of clients and arrange for appropriate services as needed, including arranging for and facilitating external specialized services with community mental health providers.
• Complete Risk, UC Assessments, Human Trafficking, RST assessment, safety plans, post 18 ages out plans, and other assessments as required by the assigned program within expected timeframes.
• Provide consultation and documentation regarding clients’ functioning, mental health status, and treatment needs.
• Participate in staffing with the cross-functional team and stakeholders.
• Provide orientation to children in care.
• When necessary, travel to provide community-based services to, and on behalf of, youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.
• Complete all required documentation and training in a timely manner.
• Consistently achieve established productivity thresholds.
• Coordinate and monitor services for the youth and family in the community, including but not limited to, medical, educational, psychological, and social services.
• Screen for human trafficking concerns and provide crisis intervention services.
• Perform other duties as requested.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's or doctorate degree from an accredited program, university, or college in psychology, social work, counseling, marriage and family counseling, or other behavioraldiscipline in which clinical experience is a program requirement.
• Must be licensed or eligible for licensure. (Non-licensed staff must be actively working towards licensure while employed and attain licensure within 3 years of employment date).
• Bilingual English/Spanish fluency required to serve the children and families.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, internet search, people management programs, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.
• A willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours with a possibility of being on call on nights/weekends, in the service of foster caregivers, families of origin, and people served.
• Must be able to organize, navigate, and physically escort youth to various travel destinations possibly including airlines, trains, and buses. Travel may include out-of-state trips up to 25%-30% to unify youth with families.
• Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/300,000 bodily liability coverage.
• 21 years of age, a valid state driver’s license, a reliable personal vehicle, and a good driving record.

OTHER SKILLS

• Follow ORR, CDC, and State Covid 19 related protocols.
• Capacity to be flexible and responsive to youth served, foster caregivers, system partners, and internal/external stakeholders.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Use of manual dexterity, tactile, visual, and audio acuity.
• Use of repetitive motion, prolonged periods of sitting and standing, and sustained visual and mental applications and demands.
• Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds), bending, pulling, and carrying.
• Ability to travel frequently and drive a vehicle while sitting for extended periods, with frequency varying based on program demands.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who celebrates diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees by prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Key Terms: Counselor, Therapist, LCSW, MSW, LMSW, Human services

Who we are

National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and we continue to grow each year. Our growth allows us to expand and develop new and innovative programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve.

We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth and families.