Bilingual Therapist/Counselor

OMNI Youth Services • Buffalo Grove, IL

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

OMNI is seeking a dedicated, BiLingual Counselor/Therapist to join their team and make a meaningful impact through compassionate, collaborative care. Candidates must be bilingual in English/Spanish. In this role, you will provide individual and family therapy within a trauma-informed, client-centered setting. You will be supported by experienced clinicians and a leadership team that values your growth and perspective.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in human services field, preferably social work or counseling which includes clinical training in individual, family, and group modalities focusing on family systems and adolescent development.
• Fluent in English verbal and written communication.
• Flexibility and willingness to work evening and/or weekend hours if needed to carry out all job responsibilities.
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to clients’ and coworkers’ cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
• Work effectively with diverse workforce and client groups.
• Keen attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Excellent communication, writing, and organizational skills.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and use of discretion in performance of duties operating within the limits of the agency’s standard practice.
• Ability to use Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Must have current LSW, LCSW, LPC, LCPC or certified in any category offered by IAODAPCA (CADC preferred).
• Valid Drivers’ License and proof of insurance.

Nice To Haves

• Fluency in Spanish, both verbal and written, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family counseling and other supportive services to assigned clients, serving both English and Spanish speaking clients.
• Provide individual, group, and family counseling using a trauma-informed and evidenced-based approach.
• Perform comprehensive intake, assessment, treatment planning, and diagnosis.
• Meet and maintain agency’s standard direct service hours and quality of service.
• Maintain client files with clear and concise documentation of treatment efforts in accordance with OMNI policies and contractual agreements using a trauma-informed approach.
• Prepare required reports, case notes, entry into appropriate billing database, and other documentation on a timely basis.
• Participate in program planning and development.
• Participate in individual and group supervision, including collaboration on case planning among all involved clinical staff.
• Maintain regular communication with collateral contacts such as police department, schools, other private or public agencies, and referral sources.
• Provide 24-hour crisis intervention services as needed.
• Respond to requests for emergency assistance from local police department, clients, and residents of the service area in-person or through telephone contact.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible Schedule
• Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long Term Disability - ALL employer paid!
• Hybrid work options
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Paid Leave and Sick Time)
• 14 Paid Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level