Trauma-Informed Youth & Young Adult Counselor (Bilingual)

Iris Family Support Center; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Holidays

401K retirement plan

Direct deposit pay

Dental and vision insurance available

Job summary

SCAN seeks a qualified Counselor to provide outpatient mental health and substance use treatment to adolescents and young adults aged 13–25 in Texas. The role involves assessments, treatment planning, and delivering evidence-based counseling for youth and families.

The Counselor will coordinate care with schools, community partners, and PCPs, while ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with licensing and program requirements. Bilingual English/Spanish is required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling or a closely related behavioral health field is required.
• Valid Texas behavioral health professional license (LPC, LPC Associate, LCSW, or LMSW) is required.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide evidence-based individual, family, and group counseling for youth and young adults.
• Coordinate care with primary care providers, schools, and community partners.
• Maintain timely documentation including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Adhere to ethical standards, confidentiality, and licensing regulations.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Clinical documentation

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree in Counseling or related field

Job description

SCAN seeks a qualified Counselor to provide outpatient mental health and substance use treatment to adolescents and young adults aged 13–25 in Texas. The role involves assessments, treatment planning, and delivering evidence-based counseling for youth and families.

The Counselor will coordinate care with schools, community partners, and PCPs, while ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with licensing and program requirements. Bilingual English/Spanish is required.