SBMH Bilingual Therapist

Chris 180•Atlanta, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The school-based mental health program works in partnership with many local schools to provide on-site counseling and support. The program serves students of all ages, from pre-k through 12th grade, with a mental health diagnosis and in need of support that goes beyond the scope of what the school can provide. The school-based counseling program offers behavioral health assessments, diagnostic verifications, service plan development sessions, individual counseling, family counseling, group counseling, community support, case management, and psychiatric services. CHRIS 180 Therapists work closely with the caregivers of students being served. They also work closely with school administration and teachers, to provide psychoeducation about diagnoses and offer strategies for how to manage behaviors in the school environment. Position Description The Bilingual School-Based Therapist is a member of the School-Based Mental Health program and is assigned to a local elementary, middle, or high school within the metro Atlanta area. The Therapist primarily provides individual and family counseling services and facilitates group counseling as clinically appropriate. In collaboration with school staff, the Therapist coordinates referrals, intake assessments, and ongoing case updates to support student success. The Therapist also provides training and consultation to school personnel and other stakeholders on trauma-informed practices and strategies to support students effectively. The Bilingual School-Based Therapist must demonstrate competence and proficiency in facilitating clinical services in both English and Spanish.

Requirements

Master’s degree in social work, marriage and family therapy, counseling, or a related field and meet Georgia requirements for licensure.
Fluent in both English and Spanish, including written and verbal communication.
Comfortable providing therapy, psychoeducation, and training services in both languages.
Associate or full licensure in the state of Georgia, or obtain licensure within 6 months of hire
Clinical expertise in child development, dysfunction, counseling, treatment planning and diagnosis
Ability to work independently in the school environment without agency support onsite
Ability to effectively relate to clients, parents/custodians of all social, economic, ethnic and educational backgrounds, with firmness, fairness and concern
Solid decision-making ability as related to the safety and well-being of clients, families, community and staff
Be guided by precedent and established policy and procedure in decision-making.
Ability to communicate using appropriate tone when corresponding verbally or written including proper usage of grammar and spelling
Accountability for work being completed accurately and in a timely manner as well as following up as needed
Commitment to our vision and mission should be demonstrated in work

Responsibilities

Conduct behavioral health screenings, assessments, and clinical evaluations to identify client strengths, needs, trauma history, level of functioning, working diagnosis and appropriate evidence-based interventions
Provide trauma-informed, evidence-based individual, family, and group counseling services for students and families experiencing mental health, co-occurring, or substance use concerns
Utilize evidence-based practices and trauma-informed approaches in all aspects of service coordination and delivery
Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients and families and update at a minimum every 180 days
Monitor client progress and evaluate movement toward treatment goals
Facilitate individual, group and family therapy sessions for students grades K-12 in assigned school(s) utilizing evidence-based interventions.
Coordinate care with school staff, families, internal programs and community providers to make necessary referrals to meet consumer's health, well-being, education, mental health, and employment needs
Facilitate or participate in team meetings for students/clients as needed including 504 or IEP meetings
Advocate on behalf of students or family with other agencies to include service coordination
Facilitate trauma-informed professional development trainings for teachers and school staff to promote prevention and early intervention strategies for all students
Maintain detailed case files and other documentation compliance as outlined by organizational policies and procedures
Complete all clinical documentation and progress notes within 24 hours of date of service
Submit timely and accurate administrative reports monthly
Maintain confidentiality of client information
Maintain appropriate professional boundaries
Follow the CHRIS 180 Code of Ethics and organizational policies and procedures
Follow mandated reporting requirements of GA Code
Support and maintain an environment of emotional and physical safety for clients, staff and other stakeholders at all times
Promote positive image of CHRIS 180 programs at all times
Work as a contributing and collaborative team member at CHRIS 180 and assigned schools
Demonstrate professionalism, strong customer service, and timely communication with clients, families, referral sources, stakeholders, and team members