Part-Time Bilingual Therapist

Ayuda

About The Position

PURPOSE STATEMENT: To provide therapy and support to Ayuda’s clients as a member of the Social Services team. ORGANIZATIONAL PROFILE Ayuda is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing direct legal, social and language access services, education, and outreach to low-income immigrants in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Since 1973, Ayuda has provided critical services on a wide range of issues, in the process acquiring nationally recognized expertise in several fields including immigration law, language access, domestic violence and human trafficking. Ayuda has office locations in Washington, DC, Silver Spring, MD and Fairfax, VA. WHY DO YOU WANT THIS JOB? Because, just like everyone at Ayuda, you believe: In seeing communities where all immigrants succeed and thrive in the United States. In the overall success of our organization and all our programs. That families should be healthy and safe from harm. That all people should have access to professional, honest, and ethical services, regardless of ability to pay or status in this country. That diversity and equality make this country better. WHAT WILL THIS JOB ENTAIL? Provide individual and group therapy; services provided in various offices Conduct client intakes and safety planning, assess client needs, and develop individualized service and treatment plans Provide clinical recommendations and advocacy in the best interests of the client Participate in regularly scheduled clinical supervision with other Ayuda clinician(s) Document services provided and collect and maintain required information for specific funding reporting Collaborate with?Ayuda’s?legal department to provide holistic services to clients Conduct internal and external training as needed Ensure Ayuda representation at local coalition meetings and participate in advocacy initiatives Completes duties as assigned by Director of Social Services to meet the demands facing immigrant communities.

Requirements

Must be legally able to work in the United States and maintain proper work authorization throughout employment. Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position presented in a general office environment.
Master’s degree or higher in the social services related field (Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, etc.)
Licensed Therapist in Maryland or DC (see below)
Maryland: LGPC, LMSW, LGSW
DC: LGSW, LGPC
Fluent in English and Spanish
Knowledge of social services within the DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia area, specifically those for immigrants

Nice To Haves

Licensed Therapist in Maryland AND DC (see below)
Maryland: LCPC, LCSW
DC: LPC, LISW, LICSW
Experience working with immigrant survivors of trauma
Desire to work with interdisciplinary team in representing the best interest of client
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Outstanding interpersonal skills
Excellent time-management and organizational skills
Adaptable to shifting priorities and working in different offices
Demonstrated capacity to work independently and collaboratively

Responsibilities

Provide individual and group therapy; services provided in various offices
Conduct client intakes and safety planning, assess client needs, and develop individualized service and treatment plans
Provide clinical recommendations and advocacy in the best interests of the client
Participate in regularly scheduled clinical supervision with other Ayuda clinician(s)
Document services provided and collect and maintain required information for specific funding reporting
Collaborate with?Ayuda’s?legal department to provide holistic services to clients
Conduct internal and external training as needed
Ensure Ayuda representation at local coalition meetings and participate in advocacy initiatives
Completes duties as assigned by Director of Social Services to meet the demands facing immigrant communities.

Benefits

Platinum-level medical insurance plan 100% employer-paid
Dental and vision insurance 100% employer paid
Long-term disability insurance 100% employer paid
Life and AD&D insurance 100% employer paid
Pre-tax 401(k) with Employer match on first 3% of salary
Vacation Days: 21 days per year until year 3, 27 per year in years 3-7 and 33 days per year after 7 years employment. Employees begin with 3 days of vacation leave.
New employees begin with 5 days of Health & Wellness (sick) leave and accrue an additional 5 hours per pay period plus emergency medical leave up to 12 weeks per year
12 weeks paid parental leave
24 days paid holidays and staff wellness days, including Winter Break the last week of the year
Job-related professional development fees (including annual state bar dues and professional memberships)
Flexible work schedules
Employees with federal student loan debt may be eligible to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the Department of Education. For more information, go to https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.