Clinician

Holy Family Institute; Moon Township (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Holy Family Institute (HFI) is a 125-year-old Catholic organization serving children and families in the Pittsburgh region. We operate 15 programs and provide coordinated care across counties.

The Bilingual Clinician will conduct mental health assessments for Unaccompanied Children in care, provide ongoing individual, group, and crisis intervention, and participate in on-call rotations and psychiatric emergencies. This is a full-time exempt role with flexibility.

Qualifications

• Masters or bachelor’s degree with clinical experience requirement.
• LSW/LCSW/LMFT/LPC licensure preferred; licensure eligible required.
• Fluency in English and Spanish read/write/speak required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health assessments for Unaccompanied Children in care.
• Provide individual, group, and crisis counseling.
• Participate in on-call rotation and psychiatric emergencies.
• Complete all documentation accurately and on time.
• Develop discharge and support plans and coordinate ISP development.
• Collaborate with minors, families, sponsors, and providers.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Crisis intervention

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Social Work / Psychology / Sociology

Bachelor's degree in psychology / sociology

Job description

BILINGUAL CLINICIAN (SPANISH AND ENGLISH)

Program: Shelter

Reports to: Clinical Manager

Hours: Full-time, salary, exempt position with flexibility.

HFI MISSION DUTIES:

Holy Family Institute (HFI) is a 125-year-old Catholic organization with an impeccable history of serving children and families in the Pittsburgh Region. We are one of Pittsburgh’s largest social service organizations operating 15 programs in three counties. We are an independent organization guided by Catholic Social Teachings and serving people of all faiths and backgrounds.

GENERAL STATEMENT:

The Clinician shall conduct mental health assessments for all UC (Unaccompanied Children) in care, as well as provide ongoing individual, group, and crisis intervention and be available for on-call rotation and psychiatric emergencies.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Communicates respectfully, manages conflict constructively, acknowledges limitations, and applies a solution-focused approach to challenges.
• Manages responsibilities effectively by meeting deadlines, delegating appropriately while maintaining accountability, and responding calmly to crises and unexpected situations.
• Completes all required documentation accurately and on time, including assessments, progress notes, case reviews, and safety plans, in compliance with program standards.
• Supports reunification by establishing individualized goals, identifying barriers, participating in team planning, and developing appropriate discharge and support plans.
• Coordinates services and ISP development by facilitating meetings, ensuring goal-aligned services, providing counseling, making referrals, and collaborating with internal and external providers.
• Maintains consistent communication and collaboration with minors, sponsors, families, and interdisciplinary teams to support effective care and decision-making.
• Provides direct clinical support through individual and group counseling, promotes positive participation in program activities, and connects minors to community resources.
• Demonstrates professional leadership by maintaining a positive image, building strong relationships, making balanced decisions, and collaborating effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Engages in ongoing professional development by participating in supervision, maintaining confidentiality and compliance (HIPAA), and completing required trainings and certifications.
• Completes other duties assigned by supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology or other relevant behavior science in which clinical experience is a program requirement and must also have 5 years clinical employment experience, OR a master’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology or other relevant behavior science in which clinical experience is a program requirement.
• Candidates who have an LSW, LCSW, LMFT, or LPC are strongly preferred.
• It is preferred that candidates with a master’s degree to also have 2 years of postgraduate direct service delivery experience. All candidates must be Licensed or eligible for licensure.
• Must obtain Act 33, 34 and FBI Clearances.
• Fluency in both English and Spanish (read, write and speak) required.

COMMITMENT TO SOCIAL JUSTICE

Holy Family Institute and its affiliated organizations are committed to an environment that respects and values every human being and individual differences. We will invest time and resources to create an inclusive environment for all of our stakeholders. This means we will respect diversity that includes race, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic status, education, disability, language, and sexual orientation. We also believe that we should be “Faithful Listeners” and embrace diversity of ideas, perspectives, and values. We believe in providing access, opportunity, fair treatment, and advancement for all people. Believing that “God is Found in Everyday Activities” we will do our best to eliminate barriers that prevent full participation in our programs and services. We believe “Loving Relationships” means that all are welcome, all are neighbors, and there are no exceptions. With this belief we aim to create an environment in which any individual or group can feel welcomed, respected, supportive, and valued.

Holy Family Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer