Bilingual Counselor (Spanish/English)

The Salvation Army Newark ARC; The Ironbound (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A community rehabilitation center in New Jersey is seeking a Counselor to provide crisis counseling and weekly group sessions. The ideal candidate should have an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree and a year of experience in addiction rehabilitation. Fluency in Spanish is required. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact on individuals’ lives while working in a supportive, faith-based environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in addiction rehabilitation.
• Knowledge of issues such as spiritual formation and homelessness.

Responsibilities

• Provide biweekly counseling sessions to individuals.
• Conduct weekly counseling, education, and Bible/prayer groups.
• Record and submit statistical information.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of substance abuse

Fluency in Spanish

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in rehabilitation counseling

Job description

Overview

The Salvation Army's Adult Rehabilitation Centers make a difference in people's lives. Through the collection and resale of gently used goods we are able to provide the financial support to assist men and women with a variety of social and spiritual afflictions. The in-residence rehabilitation program focuses on basic necessities with every man or woman being provided a clean and healthy living environment, good food, work therapy, leisure time activities, group and individual counseling, and spiritual direction. All our effort is focused on developing life skills and a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ.

More than just a job, each member of the team contributes to recycling goods that literally recycle and repair broken lives.

The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Counselor to conduct counseling sessions and work cooperatively with Program Staff to provide a caring, respectful atmosphere to those seeking help.

Duties

• The Counselor will meet with a caseload of individuals for biweekly scheduled appointments and provide crisis counseling as necessary.
• The Counselor will also conduct weekly counseling, education, and/or Bible/prayer groups.
• Record and submit statistical information.
• Assist with intake as required.
• Administer compliance screening for prohibited substances.
• Attend staff meetings, retreats, conferences, and other Salvation Army events as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in rehabilitation counseling, pastoral counseling or a related field is preferred.
• A minimum of one year of experience in the field of addiction rehabilitation is preferred.
• Must have a working knowledge of issues such as spiritual formation, substance abuse, homelessness, displacement, etc.
• Strong communication skills.
• Flexibility in work schedule to include evenings and occasional weekend time.

Language Requirements

Must be fluent in Spanish.