BILINGUAL CLINICIAN
About The Position
The Bilingual Clinician provides clinical services at Abraxas Academy, implements clinical services policies and standards, and supports clinical development for the facility. The clinician works with assigned clients and provides individual and group therapy in accordance with licensing agency guidelines and organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. The role includes developing treatment plans and monthly progress reports, analyzing client records and progress, ensuring documentation is complete and compliant, and reviewing and modifying individualized treatment plans as needed. The clinician also collaborates with facility clinical and treatment staff and the education department to support youth participating in work programs and help ensure they meet restitution and court-related obligations. The position is full-time, with a Monday–Friday schedule, and requires availability to work weekends. Paid training is provided. The work takes place in a secure, controlled-access residential facility, where the clinician must remain active during an eight-hour residential shift and respond appropriately to safety emergencies.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing, or another related field.
- One year of clinical experience.
- Must be bilingual and speak Spanish.
- Must be at least 21 years old.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Must complete physical examinations that include TB and drug testing.
- Must pass federal and state background checks and applicable pre-employment screening, which may include employment or personal references and driving records.
- Ability to work with computers and software typically used by the department.
- Ability to stand, walk, and remain active and engaged throughout an eight-hour residential shift.
- Ability to work in a secure, controlled-access residential facility and respond quickly and appropriately to safety emergencies.
- Must be available to work weekends.
Nice To Haves
- Relevant experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide clinical services to assigned clients according to licensing agency guidelines and ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory and licensing requirements.
- Perform individual and group therapy.
- Develop treatment plans and monthly reports documenting client behavior, attitude, achievement, education, and overall progress in the program.
- Analyze and interpret client records, behavior, progress, and treatment plans in relation to treatment services.
- Complete documentation in a timely manner and ensure it meets regulatory requirements.
- Ensure objectives in clients’ individualized treatment plans are addressed and modify plans as needed.
- Work with the clinical director, case managers, treatment supervisors, senior treatment supervisors, and education department to help ensure youth in work programs fulfill restitution, court costs, and fines obligations.
Benefits
- DailyPay access to earned wages before payday.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance available after 30 days of employment.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Paid time off.
- Employee assistance program.
- Wellness programs.
- Employee referral bonuses.
- Company-paid training.
- Professional development and certification opportunities.
- Leadership development programs and career advancement opportunities.
