Bilingual Clinician_JOR

National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP); Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Healthcare for you and family

Pet insurance

401(k)

Mileage reimbursement

Phone allowance

Student loan repayment assistance

CEU trainings

Job summary

National Youth Advocate Program is seeking a clinician to make a meaningful difference for children, youth and families. The role involves assessments, counseling, advocacy, and mental health stabilization to support reunification with sponsor families and safe community living.

You will collaborate with foster caregivers, youth, and community partners, and provide on-site services with an active clinical caseload. Travel may be required to deliver services in the community.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Master's or Doctorate in a behavioral field.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure; non-licensed staff must pursue licensure within 3 years of employment date.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required to serve children and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessments, counseling, advocacy, mental health stabilization and support toward unification with a sponsor family.
• Collaborate with cross-functional service team to provide trauma-informed mental health services.
• Provide child-facing services on-site.
• Maintain an active clinical caseload per program ratio and meet service delivery thresholds.
• Conduct mental health assessments; provide individual and group counseling; crisis intervention as needed.
• Facilitate family sessions and travel for community-based services as needed.
• Complete required documentation and training in a timely manner.
• Screen for human trafficking concerns and provide crisis intervention.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Computer skills

Flexible hours

Valid driver’s license

Education

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

Licensed or eligible for licensure

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• 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!

Working 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!

The Clinician for La Jornada works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the children and youth for the assigned program. This position works closely with children, youth, foster parents, and community partners, providing assessments, counseling, advocacy, mental health stabilization and support toward the goal of unification with a sponsor family and living safely and successfully in the community.

Responsibilities

• 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 behavioral discipline 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

Qualifications

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 offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency.

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