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OMNI Youth Services
Bilingual Mental Health Therapist/Counselor - Spanish/English
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What they do
A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
$33,685 / year median in Illinois
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Bilingual Mental Health Therapist/Counselor - Spanish/English ¿Eres terapeuta bilingüe? Your ability to provide therapy in Spanish can make a meaningful difference. OMNI is seeking a Bilingual Mental Health Therapist/Counselor (Spanish/English) to help expand access to quality mental health care for Spanish-speaking kids, adults and families in our community. We recognize the value bilingual therapists bring to our clients and community and provide an additional $2,000 annual salary differential for Spanish/English fluency. For more than 50 years, OMNI has served diverse communities throughout the northwest suburbs. As a bilingual therapist, you'll join a collaborative clinical team that values culturally responsive care and recognizes the important role language plays in building trust, strengthening therapeutic relationships and reducing barriers to treatment. Whether you're beginning your career or looking to deepen your expertise, OMNI provides the supervision, training and support to help you grow. Why Join OMNI? Your bilingual skills matter here. You'll provide therapy directly in English and Spanish and help increase access to care for Spanish-speaking clients and families. Grow as a clinician. OMNI invests in professional development and advanced evidence-based training, including opportunities in EMDR, Theraplay, Gottman Method and other clinical approaches. Maintain a manageable caseload. Our expectation is approximately 22 clinical service hours per week, allowing time for documentation, consultation, supervision and other responsibilities. Join a diverse, supportive team. You'll work alongside colleagues who understand the communities we serve and value culturally responsive care. Get the support you need. You'll have access to experienced clinical supervision, case consultation and collaborative colleagues. Enjoy flexibility. We offer flexible scheduling and hybrid work options. Get help navigating student loan forgiveness. As a nonprofit employer, OMNI qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Employees also have access to SavvyFi student loan coaching to help navigate student loan repayment and the loan forgiveness process. Hear From Our Team "I love the opportunity to build trusting relationships with families and support them in making positive changes." "The work culture at OMNI is one of a kind—the inclusivity, professionalism, and everyone is passionate about what they are doing." What You'll Do Provide individual, group and family counseling and other supportive services to clients ages 5+ in both English and Spanish. Provide counseling using trauma-informed and evidence-based approaches. Perform comprehensive intake, assessment, treatment planning and diagnosis. Maintain a manageable caseload of approximately 22 clinical service hours per week, allowing time for documentation, consultation, supervision and other responsibilities. Maintain clear, concise and timely client documentation in accordance with OMNI policies and contractual requirements. Complete required reports, case notes, billing documentation and other records on a timely basis. Participate in individual and group supervision and collaborate with clinical staff on case planning. Participate in program planning and development. Maintain communication with schools, police departments, community organizations, referral sources and other collateral contacts as appropriate. Participate in a shared after-hours crisis response rotation, providing phone or in-person support as needed. Rotation coverage is typically required once every three months. $2,000 annual bilingual salary differential for Spanish/English fluency. What We're Looking For Master's degree in social work, counseling or a related human services field with clinical training in individual, family and group modalities. Fluency in both English and Spanish, including verbal and written communication. Current Illinois LSW, LCSW, LPC or LCPC license, or applicable