Temporary Clinician (Bilingual English/Spanish)

Bethany Christian Services; Modesto (CA); Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Training opportunities

Professional development

Zusammenfassung

Bethany Christian Services seeks a licensed clinical social worker or equivalent to provide group and individual therapy, complete intakes, and documentation for clients in the program. You will translate communications, report to court as needed, and collaborate with the treatment team to support families and children in care.

You must hold a Master’s in Social Work, be bilingual in English and Spanish, and maintain active licensure with experience in trauma-informed care and child-family

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Social Work and clinical experience required.
• Active professional licensure in the state of work location.
• Bi-lingual English and Spanish required.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed treatment modalities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Conduct weekly group therapy sessions and individual sessions per treatment plan.
• Complete client intakes, closing summaries, and psychosocial documentation on time.
• Provide reports and testimony in court when requested.
• Administer intake psychosocial assessments within 24–48 hours of arrival.
• Translate communications for clients and staff; attend team meetings.
• Maintain documentation and use data systems for client services.
• Develop community referrals and stay updated on regulatory requirements.
• Participate in trainings, and fulfill other duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

MSW degree

LCSW or LCPC

Bilingual English/Spanish

Trauma-informed

Licensure required

Microsoft Office

Ausbildung

Master's in Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

Rooted in our Christian faith, Bethany Christian Services works to ensure children are safe, loved, and connected through family. Across 29 states, we strengthen families, support foster care and adoption, and walk alongside refugees with compassion. Here, living out your faith means using your gifts to bring hope and make a lasting impact.

How Your Role Makes a Difference

• Conduct weekly group therapy sessions twice per week with clients in the program, while meeting the pre-defined and stipulated minimum billable hours in office requirements per week as defined by supervisor and program expectations;
• Conduct weekly individual sessions with clients or as outlined in the therapeutic treatment plan;
• Complete and report on client intakes, closing summaries, and psychosocial documentations in a timely manner and in accordance with agency standards;
• Provide reports and testimony in court, as requested;
• Administer the intake psychosocial assessment within 24-48 hours of client's arrival to the program;
• Administer the trafficking assessments within the defined number of days of the client's arrival to the program;
• Provide additional counseling sessions with children and their families either by phone or skype, as needed, to assist in the reunification process;
• Attend meetings with the treatment team and actively participate in meetings;
• Meet weekly with the Program Coordinator and/or Program Manager to share updates on client's progress;
• Attend training provided internally and in the community and apply newly gained knowledge in providing services;
• Translate both written and verbal communication for program clientele and staff;
• Attend weekly meetings with supervisor to consult on cases, to review case plan and direction, and to evaluate client participation and progress;
• Maintain clear and concise documentation of treatment efforts;
• Effectively utilize appropriate systems for data gathering, submission, and tracking client services rendered in accordance with time-bound expectations based on contract requirements, agency expectations, and program policy;
• Establish and maintain referral and community resources;
• Stay abreast of all agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements related to social services;
• Stay up-to-date on treatment modalities and complete trainings as required by funding sources, by attending conferences, seminars and journal reading;
• Essential job responsibilities may vary based on the specific needs of each program/department;
• May be required or asked to participate in a Bethany sponsored event;
• Complete other duties as assigned.

What Will Make You Successful

• Master's degree in Social Work with clinical experience in the program or Master's degree in Psychology, Sociology, or other relevant behavioral science area in which direct clinical experience is a program requirement from an accredited college;
• At least two (2) years of post-master's program experience in child and family services or counseling preferred with an active LCSW or LCPC
• Bi-lingual English and Spanish required;
• Must have a broad knowledge of basic principles, concepts, and methodology of social work as acquired through a master's level degree;
• Active professional licensure in the state of the work location, or registered and actively gaining hours towards licensure;
• Prior knowledge and experience with trauma informed treatment modalities;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Demonstrated experience working with children and families from diverse cultures with sensitivity to cultural differences and norms;
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport with clients to help them adjust to new life circumstances;
• Demonstrated ability with providing excellent clinical, therapeutic, and crisis intervention skills;
• Must have an ability to provide excellent and compassionate customer service;
• Ability to work independently and exercise a high level of confidentiality;
• Must be able to pass required medical examinations and have the physical ability to fulfill the essential job functions, including physical restraints of a resident;
• Successfully pass an annual TB test and document preference to receive or decline Hepatitis immunization;
• Must have an ability to provide excellent and compassionate customer service;
• Must be able to show proof of immunity to vaccine-preventable diseases transmitted by the respiratory route:
  • TDap or Tdap: Complete primary vaccination series. If primary vaccination series completed in childhood, one Tdap dose in adulthood.
  • Results of medical examination (as required by State Licensing, including results of TB tests and immunization records).
• Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
• Must be 21 years old with a valid driver’s license with at least 3 years of driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany;
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate insurance coverage;
• Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries;
• Exhibit integrity and good moral character to provide appropriate care;
• Possess the relevant experience and/or qualifications to work with these clients and clients with special needs; and be properly trained and licensed, as necessary;
• Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Commitment to Unity.
  

We Invest in You

• Experience a team environment with other professionals who are motivated by faith, support one another, pursueexcellence, and are in it for the long haul
• Access to training, professional development, and career growth opportunities

Salary disclosure for residents of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Washington D.C., Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington & New York* Note: Bethany’s compensation plan accounts for geographical differentials