Counselor Bi-lingual (Spanish Speaking)

University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB); Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 67,000 - 74,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave package

Health insurance

Tuition remission

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Teleworking options

Job summary

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) invites applications for a Part-Time Counselor Bi-lingual (Spanish Speaking) in the Department of Pediatrics. The role focuses on providing mental health and social support services to patients and families within a pediatric setting.

Strong bilingual Spanish communication skills are preferred, with a Master’s degree in Social Work or Psychology and licensure in Maryland being advantageous.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work or Psychology is required.
• Experience as a counselor or similar role is not required but preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred for this role.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals and groups to identify and reduce social, emotional, and environmental factors affecting illness.
• Assess risk through screening and interviews; determine best therapeutic course.
• Develop treatment plans and provide counseling services; coordinate with other clinicians.
• Document progress notes, evaluations, and reports for accountability.
• Supervise or train trainees when applicable; participate in program development.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

Master's degree in Social Work or Psychology

Job description

The University of Maryland School of Medicine has an exciting opportunity for a Part-Time Counselor Bi-lingual (Spanish Speaking) to join their Department of Pediatrics.

SCOPE OF ROLE

Accomplishes responsibilities by applying specialized and theoretical knowledge, principles, and concepts of a professional discipline normally acquired through advanced education or specialized training. Resolves issues and significant matters on behalf of management by utilizing independent judgment, discretion, creativity, and analytical thinking. Contributes to development and evaluation of goals and objectives. Creates solutions to ensure legal and policy compliance. May supervise, mentor, or coordinate work of others (positions that supervise are responsible for service delivery, quality assurance, and employee performance). May independently manage or administer programs, processes, projects, or resources.

Applies intermediate level knowledge, concepts, principles, and skills. Decision making occurs within general guidelines and requires significant interpretation. Supervisor defines work guided by goals and objectives. Supervisor assists with unusual situations. Solutions require considerable analysis and evaluation of various alternatives. Independently anticipates needs and requirements to resolve non-routine matters.

Benefits

Exempt Contingent II

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. Contingent Category II staff receive a generous leave package that includes over 2 weeks of vacation each year, paid holidays, sick time, and time for community service; subsidized comprehensive health insurance and supplemental retirement options; professional learning and development programs; limited tuition remission for employees enrolled at UMB; life insurance and long-term disability; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

Primary Duties

• The Counselor works under the supervision of a licensed professional and assist individuals and/or groups in identifying, understanding and decreasing the impact of social, emotional and environmental factors associated with illness, through the provision of a broad variety of direct social services and programs. Work under the supervision of a LCSW-C or LCPC when any care provision is involved.
• Assess risk by screening and interviewing clients. Identify psychosocial condition and needs, and determine best course of therapeutic treatment.
• Evaluate, refer, and counsel individuals, couples, or groups to assess needs and address issues. Provides preventive, protective, or supportive services to individuals or groups who are in or threatened by situations detrimental to their well-being.
• Document client(s) progress. Perform chart reviews and generates notes on evaluations, therapy sessions, reports and other accountability measures.
• Development of treatment plans and healthcare evaluations for a variety client issues.
• Consult with other therapists, case managers and, if applicable, researchers. Provide work coordination and training to graduate and undergraduate level trainees in their clinical work.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work or Psychology

Experience

None

Preferred Experience

Bilingual in Spanish

Supervisory Experience

N/A

Certification/Licensure

Licensed Master Social Work - (LMSW) or Licensed Graduate professional Counselor (LGPC) in the State of Maryland

Other

No substitution of experience for minimum education requirement

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

HIRING RANGE

$67,000 - $74,000, commensurate with education and experience.

UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification.

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact [e-mail]. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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