Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
Wellness resources
Northeast DuPage Family and Youth Services (NEDFYS) is a not-for-profit social service agency with a mission to provide high-quality, accessible mental health services to residents of DuPage County. NEDFYS primarily serves residents in under-resourced communities through individual counseling services and partnerships with other community agencies and schools to provide mental health services for adolescents. NEDFYS also provides crisis intervention services in conjunction with area police departments.
The Therapist/Program Coordinator will work primarily under the auspices of our Newcomer Empowerment and Wellness (NEW) Program, which includes individual and group mental health services and programs for immigrant youth and families. The Therapist’s caseload may include court-involved youth, at-risk youth in juvenile justice and alternative school settings, and youth, parents/guardians, and families referred to NEDFYS by public elementary, middle- and high schools, and other community partners. The caseload will be primarily Spanish-speaking clients.
Job Type: Full-Time
Newcomer Empowerment and Wellness Program (NEW)
Deliver specialized programs tailored to the unique needs of immigrant youth, including workshops, therapeutic groups, support groups, and enrichment activities
Facilitate group sessions for youth, focusing on trauma-informed interventions, cultural identity exploration, coping skills development, and community building
Coordinate workshops for parents, providing psychoeducation, support, and resources to enhance family communication and resilience
Provide bicultural counseling services to a caseload of an appropriate and agreed upon number of individual clients referred through the NEW Program
Develop and implement treatment plans, goals, and behavioral interventions for clients who have experienced trauma
Oversee and support interns and staff in their roles, delegating tasks, providing guidance, and fostering professional development opportunities
Collaborate with community partners to ensure accessibility of services and facilitate referrals to individual therapy for participants requiring additional support
Monitor program outcomes and evaluate effectiveness through pre and post-assessments and ongoing data collection
Attend agency meetings to provide updates on program progress, discuss collaborative efforts, and coordinate services with other departments
Assist the Executive Director and Operations Director in compiling information for funding applications and reports and communications with program funders
Individual and Group Counseling
Provide counseling and case management services to individuals and families
Carry an individual clinical caseload and maintain all related documentation according to agency standards and timeframes
Provide trauma-focused services to at-risk and justice-involved youth
Support and/or facilitate groups as assigned
Complete IM-CANS (Illinois Medicaid Comprehensive Assessment of Needs and Strengths) training and certification process
Complete all required client documentation, case notes and maintain electronic health records in accordance with agency standards
Provide reports, as needed, to outside sources such as court, schools, law enforcement
Adhere to agency policy on confidentiality and HIPAA compliance related to both written and verbal information at all times
Manage schedule, client files, agency data collection, and act as primary contact for all clients on caseload with minimal oversight
Participate in agency staff trainings
Attend supervision meetings regularly as agreed upon with the supervisor
Crisis-Intervention Responsibilities
Provide on-call coverage for a minimum 3 days per month; On-Call Crisis Coverage Shifts are 24 hours.
After receiving Crisis Intervention Training, follow all NEDFYS protocols and procedures regarding crisis intervention.
Requirements
Master’s degree and full clinical licensure (LCSW, LCPC, LMFT) strongly preferred; LSW and LPC considered if within three months of full licensure
4+ years of experience working with high-risk adolescents and families
Fluency in Spanish required
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to partner effectively and work cooperatively with law enforcement personnel for youth crisis intervention
Flexible, organized, and resourceful
Significant knowledge of trauma treatment modalities; required
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Compensation
$30.00-$34.00/hour, depending on education experience, and licensure
Benefits
Medical insurance with employer contributions
Optional dental and vision insurance
Paid time off
401(k) with employer match
Flexible Spending Accounts
Professional development allowance
Mileage reimbursement at state rate
Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility
Employee Wellness Stipend