Counselor - Bilingual

OMNI For All•Buffalo Grove, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

OMNI, a family-serving organization with over 50 years of community presence, is looking for a dedicated Counselor to join their team. This role focuses on making a significant impact through compassionate, collaborative, and trauma-informed, client-centered care. The position is particularly interested in candidates who are bilingual in English and Spanish. OMNI offers support from experienced clinicians and a leadership team that values professional growth and diverse perspectives. The organization emphasizes teamwork, empathy, shared success, and a mission-driven approach to transforming lives. They also prioritize a positive work environment where team members enjoy their work and feel supported by leadership.

Requirements

Master’s degree in a human services field, preferably social work or counseling, including clinical training in individual, family, and group modalities focusing on family systems and adolescent development.
Fluent in English and Spanish verbal and written communication.
Flexibility and willingness to work evening and/or weekend hours as needed.
Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to clients’ and coworkers’ cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.
High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
Ability to 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 discretion within agency standards.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook.
Current LSW, LCSW, LPC, LCPC or certified in any category offered by IAODAPCA (CADC preferred).
Valid Driver’s License and proof of insurance.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English/Spanish is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide individual, group, and family counseling and other supportive services to assigned clients, serving both English and Spanish speaking clients.
Utilize a trauma-informed and evidenced-based approach in individual, group, and family counseling.
Conduct comprehensive intake, assessment, treatment planning, and diagnosis.
Meet and maintain agency standards for 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, and enter data into the appropriate billing database in a timely manner.
Participate in program planning and development.
Engage in individual and group supervision, including collaboration on case planning with clinical staff.
Maintain regular communication with collateral contacts such as police departments, schools, other agencies, and referral sources.
Provide 24-hour crisis intervention services as needed, responding to emergency assistance requests in-person or via telephone.