Bilingual - Lead Clinician - JOR

National Youth Advocate Program; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid days off

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 Phoenix, AZ seeks a Lead Clinician to oversee clinical services, supervise staff, and provide case consultation for minors in care.

The role requires a Master’s or Doctorate in a behavioral health field, state licensure, bilingual English/Spanish, and supervisory experience. Strong admin skills and willingness to travel are essential; the program emphasizes evidence-based practices and collaborative care.

Qualifications

• Must have a Master’s or Doctorate in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field.
• Must be licensed to provide clinical services in the state.
• 2+ years of postgraduate direct service delivery experience.
• Supervisory experience required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish fluency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical and counseling services for minors in care.
• Provide supervision, guidance, and consultation to clinicians.
• Ensure timely clinical assessments within required timeframes.
• Maintain confidential records and documentation.
• Travel as needed to support services.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

Computer literacy

Education

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

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Phoenix, AZ 85020Education Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $85,000.00 - $87,000.00 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.

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

• 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.

Position Summary

The Lead Clinician at La Jornada oversees the Program’s clinical services, trains and supervises clinical staff and provides clinical supervision to the clinical team. The Lead Clinician provides case consultation and support to a multi-disciplinary team on behalf of the minors assigned to the program.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Lead Clinician will perform duties include, but not limited to:

• Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies;
• Ensure that behavioral health specialists complete relevant training on evidence-based practices in mental and behavioral health care delivery.
• Ensure that child-facing services are provided on-site and in a confidential manner.
• Oversee clinical and/or counseling services delivery for unaccompanied alien children (UAC) and provide oversight for the unaccompanied child’s mental and emotional health;
• Provide supervision,guidanceand consultation to assigned clinicians, perform caseassignmentsand occasionallymaintaina limitedcaseload;
• Ensure clinical assessments are completed within allotted ORRtimeframes;
• Complete weekly audit of clinicians’ documentation, ensuring both ORR and CQI compliance;
• Support or activelyparticipatein the delivery of orientations for children incare;
• Attend and provide clinician related trainings, including sexual abuse, sexual harassment and inappropriate sexual behavior, prevention of sexual abuse and Interim Final Rule (IFR)trainings;
• Coordinate clinical and family reunification services for children, including active involvement in dischargeplanning;
• Activelyparticipatein documenting safety plans and Post 18 age outplans;
• Oversee and/ or activelyparticipatein the process of reportingChild Level Events (CLEs)in accordance withexisting policies and procedures,
• Ensure maintenance of UC electronic and physical files, including uploading documents in UC Portal,Evolv, andmaintainingthe corresponding physical file;
• Travel as needed, to provide and support the provision of services to, and on behalf of, youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatoryrequirements;
• Establish andmaintaina strong relationship with assigned foster parents, including ongoing contact with foster parents andassistingduring emergency/ crisissituations;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s or doctorate degree in psychology, social work, counseling, marriage and family counseling, oranotherrelevant behavioral health disciplinefromanaccredited program, university, or college where clinical experience is a program requirement.
• Must be licensed to provide clinical servicesin the state where the care provider islocated.
• Two (2) years of postgraduate direct service delivery experience.
• Musthave supervisoryexperience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish fluency.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, internet search, people management programs, smart phones and tablets, printers, faxmachinesand photocopiers as well as software including word processing,spreadsheetand database programs.
• Minimumautomobile insurance coverage of $100,000/300,000 bodily liability coverage.
• 21 years of age,a validstate driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, anda good drivingrecord.

OTHER SKILLS

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Enthusiastic self-starter.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Works well independently and as a team member.

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 travelfrequentlyand drivevehiclewhile 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 andarecommitted 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.

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 are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth and families.