Lead Clinician (Bilingual)

Residing Hope; Deltona (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive insurance

Paid holidays (10 per year)

Tuition reimbursement

Training opportunities

Job summary

Residing Hope in Florida seeks a licensed clinical professional to supervise mental health services for youth in the Caminos program. This full-time, exempt role follows a Monday–Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm schedule with on-site work, on-call support, and a commitment to evidence-based care.

The position requires a Master’s degree in a behavioral health field, an active LMFT-LS/LMHC-LS/LMSW-LS license, and experience with crisis intervention, assessments, and group counseling in residential

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Human Services or related field; or Master’s/doctorate in psychology, social work, counseling, or related behavioral health field.
• Active license in LMFT-LS, LMHC-LS or LMSW-LS in the state.
• Minimum two years’ experience in social work, counseling, or related field.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all clinical staff and operations for the Caminos program.
• Ensure continuation of mental health services in the absence of other clinical staff.
• Provide supervision hours for registered interns in the Caminos program.
• Conduct intake, admissions, and diagnostic assessments with clients and document results.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Clinical supervision

Crisis intervention

Crisis assessments

Education

Master’s Degree in Human Services or related field

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

Job description

This is a full time, salary, exempt position that works Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; flexible; weekend available and on‑call.

Do you believe that every child deserves a healthy, happy, nurturing environment in which to grow? Are you an individual who desires to dedicate your career to enriching the lives of children and families? If so, we look forward to you joining Residing Hope where you can make a positive difference to children and families in need.

How We Help Children In Need

At Residing Hope, we believe that children and families should be empowered to experience the transforming love of Christ through evidence‑based care and holistic services. This is reflected in our work as we care for children in crisis, including those abused, abandoned or neglected. We give love, hope, and a place to live to more than 500 children through group homes, foster care, an independent living program, and specialized therapy.

Why the Children’s Home?

• Competitive insurance plans, including health, dental, vision, life insurances, and more
• Work life balance, including flexible scheduling, generous paid time off plans and ten paid holidays per year
• Retirement benefits with up to a 5% contribution match
• Educational tuition reimbursement and certification incentives
• Incredible training opportunities
• Discounted tuition rates to our onsite Montessori school

What You Need

• Master’s Degree in Human Services or related field of study and two (2) plus years’ experience in social work, counseling, or related field preferred; or any combination of training, education and experience which would provide the required knowledge, abilities and skills to successfully perform in this role.
• Per the Office of Refugee Resettlement, this position is required to have a Master's or doctorate degree in psychology, social work, counseling, marriage and family counseling, or another relevant behavioral health discipline from an accredited program, university, or college where clinical experience is a program requirement and includes 2 years of postgraduate direct service delivery experience, supervisory experience, and licensed to provide clinical services in the state where the care provider is located.
• Experience and education must meet Office of Refugee Resettlement Hiring of Key Personnel requirements.
• Active license in LMFT‑LS, LMHC‑LS or LMSW‑LS, required.
• Ability to read, write and speak proficiently in both English and Spanish, required.
• Ability to provide proof of, obtain, and/or maintain the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) currently required immunizations (which are subject to change per ORR guidance).
• Proof of Immunizations:
• 2 doses—Varicella
• 2 doses—MMR
• 1 dose—Tdap
• 1 dose—Influenza
• Yearly requirement of Influenza and TB testing
• Valid driver license with a clean driving record, required.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Supervise all clinical staff and operations for the Caminos program.
• Responsible for the continuation of mental health services for all youth in the program in the absence of other clinical staff.
• Provide registered intern supervision hours to any registered intern staff in the Caminos program.
• Conduct intake, admission, and diagnostic assessments, including crisis assessments when needed, with clients, and document results according to Caminos/Residing Hope programs standards to maintain quality assurance standards. Conducts screenings and assessments to identify special needs, developmental, medical, or mental health concerns as well as criminal history, gang involvement, trauma, risk assessments, and/or trafficking‑related concerns in accordance with mandated timeframes.
• Responsible for providing youth with individual counseling sessions at least one time weekly, providing additional support as clinically necessary. Provides crisis intervention and supports.
• Responsible for ensuring group counseling sessions are provided in the residential milieu at least twice weekly. Facilitate weekly psycho‑educational and therapeutic client groups.
• Responsible to ensure that Line of Sight and Sound Supervision standards are being met at all times while with youth.
• Works with youth and family/sponsor to establish short‑term goals and objectives.
• Active participation in mandatory case review and planning meetings, demonstrating the ability to present an accurate and concise client summary to both internal and external team members.
• Complete required documentation and reports within the defined timelines.
• Act in the capacity as Clinician on Call.
• Is responsive to staff and residents when there is a need for crisis counseling.
• Perform all other job duties and responsibilities, as assigned.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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