Bilingual Counselor

Established in 1992, Preventative Aftercare is committed to keeping families together by providing quality home-based services to at-risk children, youth, adolescents and their families in their homes, schools and communities.

Position Overview:

We are looking for community-based in-home Mental Health Workers and Mental Health Professionals (counselors) for the Community Based Program. The applicant must be bilingual in Spanish, Somali, or Napali. The applicant will be tested to confirm proficiency in one of the aforementioned languages. George Junior Republic Preventative Aftercare is committed to assisting youth and families in establishing safety, permanency, stability and well-being. The Counselor in this distinct, community-based position will provide services and trauma informed care to a caseload of seven to ten youth and families in need of counseling for mental health and/or behavioral health and are referred throughout the county by Children & Youth Services and/or Juvenile Probation. The counselor will provide services within the community, schools and homes. The counselor will utilize evidence based practices and various treatment modalities to engage youth and families. Collaboration with schools, mental health agencies, substance abuse services, public assistance programs and other community support organizations is a priority for this position.

Requirements:

*At this time, we are seeking candidates bilingual in English and either Spanish or Somali.

• Mental Health Worker (counselor): Bachelor's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field REQUIRED. A minimum of two years' experience in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field PREFERRED but not required. 
• Mental Health Professional (counselor): Master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field. A minimum of two years' experience in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field PREFERRED but not required. 
• Professional licensure preferred, but not required. 
• Must live in/near the county
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation
• Must be able to work a non-traditional schedule

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Vehicle allowance
• 401(k) with employer match
• 403(b)
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Referral Bonus Program

* George Junior Republic is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or veteran status. Women are encouraged to apply.

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