Therapist QMHP BH Bilingual (57125)

Association for Individual Development; Kendall Township (IL); On-site; USD 30,401 - 43,299; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$1000 sign-on bonus

21 days of paid time off

Paid training

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with a company contribution

Job summary

The Association for Individual Development is looking for a Bilingual Therapist QMHP in Illinois. You will empower people with various challenges through case management and counseling services, ensuring client-centered approaches.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree, is fluent in Spanish and English, and has experience in behavioral health. Benefits include a $1000 sign-on bonus, extensive paid time off, and health benefits.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in behavioral health preferred.
• Flexibility to work evening hours.
• Maintain a valid Illinois driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management and counseling services to clients.
• Develop and implement individual treatment plans.
• Complete clinical assessments that meet program funder requirements.

Skills

Fluent verbal and written Spanish

Fluent verbal and written English

Education

Master’s degree in a human service field

Tools

Microsoft Windows applications

Job description

Job Details

• Level: Experienced
• Job Location: Saravanos 529 - Yorkville, IL 60560
• Position Type: Full-Time
• Education Level: Graduate Degree - Masters
• Salary Range: $26.75 - $26.75 Hourly
• Travel Percentage: Regularly
• Job Shift: Any
• Job Category: Health Care
• Sign on Bonus: $1000

Overview

The Association for Individual Development (AID) is a non‑profit organization whose mission is to empower people with physical, developmental, intellectual, mental health challenges; those who have suffered a trauma; and those at risk, to enjoy lives of dignity and purpose. We are looking for a Bilingual Therapist QMHP who demonstrates this mission and wants to work for an organization that makes a difference in the community.

Responsibilities

• The bilingual Therapist QMHP is responsible for the provision of case management and counseling services to clients with persistent mental illness and translate into Spanish when needed.
• Therapist QMHP works with a team of behavioral health service providers within the agency to ensure a positive client‑centered approach.
• The Bilingual Therapist develops and implements individual treatment plans utilizing the IM+CANS to maximize the clients’ independent community living skills.
• Complete documentation of mental health services provided in accordance with state and agency standards.
• Promote client wellness through coaching, counseling, consultation, motivational enhancement, and information and referral services to clients facing various health challenges.
• This position may include remote work components; remote arrangements are discretionary and subject to performance and operational needs.
• Maintain attendance at scheduled work hours including evening hours.
• Provide effective individual, couples, and family counseling as assigned.
• Complete clinical assessments that meet the requirements of program funders and applicable administrative rules.
• Refer clients for community‑based case management services as needed.
• Complete required documentation (IM+CANS, encounters, consents) on a timely basis.
• Meet minimum service hours provision/billing standards.
• Acquire and maintain required certifications and trainings.
• Abide by AID’s Code of Ethics, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain professional judgment and performance regardless of personal issues.
• Conduct treatment‑plan development meetings with clients.
• Obtain input from consumers and other stakeholders to improve service provision.
• Provide outcome evaluation data to supervisor.
• Maintain a positive professional working relationship with agencies, stakeholders, and coworkers.
• Assist clients in obtaining and maintaining public entitlements.
• Participate in agency committees as assigned.
• Provide counseling/therapy services to clients who prefer to engage in services in their home, community, or office setting.
• Promote awareness and respect for the diversity of clients, employees, families, and other stakeholders.

Benefits

• $1000 sign‑on bonus for full‑time employees.
• 21 days of paid time off plus 10 paid holidays.
• Paid training.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, STD, LTD, critical illness, and accident insurance.
• 401(k) with a 3.5% company contribution after one year.
• Benefits information available in Benefits_Summary.pdf.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in a human service field required.
• Experience: At least 1 year of experience in behavioral health preferred.
• Skills: Fluent verbal and written Spanish and English required.
• Equipment: Computer with working knowledge of Microsoft Windows applications, copy machine, telephone with voicemail system.

Additional Requirements

• Complete CEUs required to maintain clinical licensure, if applicable.
• Flexibility to work evening hours.
• Use of personal automobile.
• Maintain automobile liability insurance as defined by AID’s personnel policies.
• Maintain a valid Illinois driver’s license.
• Meet/maintain driving record standards as defined by AID’s insurance carrier.

If we seem like a good fit, consider joining our growing team of compassionate, hardworking, and caring individuals, and start your path toward a fulfilling career that you can be proud to work.