Somali Outreach Mental Health Specialist

BUCKEYE RANCH•Columbus, OH

5d•$40,664 - $54,745•Onsite

About The Position

The Buckeye Ranch is seeking a Mental Health Specialist to join our Somali Outreach program. The Somali Outreach Mental Health Specialist will provide Outreach to the Somali Community to help educate families and the larger community about mental health as it applies to current community issues, facilitate educational forums and groups to address acculturation and cultural diversity, and link to appropriate services. Provide support and education to our partner schools while conducting youth groups and individual sessions with identified clients. In addition, this role will provide direct service, coordination, and linkage to resources for identified Buckeye Ranch clients and their families. Learn about The Buckeye Ranch For decades, The Buckeye Ranch has been restoring hope and providing healing for children, youth, and families in Central Ohio. Our continuum of care addresses every stage and aspect of what children may be experiencing after traumas caused by mental illness, abuse, or neglect. With help from The Buckeye Ranch, they’re empowered to overcome obstacles, tap into their resilience, and move forward toward healthy, fulfilling lives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a human service-related field.
An active driver’s license and proof of car insurance.
Fluent in Somali and/or Arabic, as well as English.
QMHS required
Applicants are considered for all positions in accordance with statutes and regulations concerning non-discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, non-disqualifying disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Two years of previous experience as a Mental Health Specialist, Behavior Aide, Counselor, Therapist, or Social Worker
Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor or license eligibility preferred

Responsibilities

Complete referrals for programming and assist families in completing regular diagnostic assessments as needed.
Participate as an actively contributing member of treatment teams, departmental committees, large group supervision, and other Ranch and external working groups as assigned or appropriate.
Maintains regular contact with individuals, families, and other treatment providers. Appointments must be made at times that families can participate; evening work is expected.
Provides support and education to refugee clients and families during the resettlement process while also evaluating the families current support system.
Assist the client and family in learning how to cope with current circumstances, cultural adjustment or assimilation, or mental health needs.
Help families link with community Refugee resources and programs that are tailored to the Refugee population with the goal of preserving the family.
Provide support to our partner schools, (lunch bunch groups, peer groups, academics assistance) classroom assistance.
Organize recreational activities for summer and school breaks.
Intervene on the behalf of the client and family as they navigate through agencies and systems.
Serving as the primary point of communication to families, and internal and external clients.
Coordinate workshops, presentations, and other regularly scheduled prevention activities.