What are the responsibilities and job description for the Therapist/Counselor position at Hamdard Center for Health and Human Services?
Company Overview
Hamdard Health Alliance is a dedicated not-for-profit healthcare and supportive service provider committed to positively impacting the health and well-being of individuals and families within diverse communities. Established to address gaps in mental health support for South Asian and Middle Eastern populations, the organization offers comprehensive medical, mental health, and community-centered services through its Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) designation.
Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and highly skilled Therapist/Counselor to join our multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in clinical mental health practices, with expertise in providing evidence-based therapies across a variety of populations. This role involves delivering direct patient care through individual, group, and family counseling, utilizing a range of therapeutic modalities to support clients' mental health and overall well-being.
Duties
- Provide an assessment of the client’s mental health and substance abuse needs to develop a service plan.
- Provide supportive counseling and advocacy for clients suffering from co-occurring disorders, including substance abuse.
- Provide DSM-5 diagnoses and the ability to utilize research-based treatment modalities effectively.
- Understanding and practicing the professional ethics code of conduct and HIPAA compliance.
Qualifications
- Master's degree in social work or counseling
- Eligible to take LCSW/LCPC exam within 90 days of employment, a plus
- Substance abuse experience is a plus but not required
- Experience providing behavioral health services to adult and/or adolescent clients.
- Experience with MAT-based services is a plus, but not required
- Compliance with organizational TB, influenza, MMR, HepB, Tdap, and Varicella vaccination policies is required.
Join our team as we strive to provide culturally responsive mental health services that make a meaningful difference in our community’s lives through compassionate care grounded in evidence-based practice.
Pay: $55,000.00 - $63,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Addison, IL 60101
Salary : $55,000 - $63,000