ChicagoCAC employees are expected to perform their job duties and act in a manner consistent with the Core Values of the organization.

Responsibility Summary

The Bilingual Human Trafficking Therapist (BHTT) provides individual, family and group therapy and case management to human trafficking clients within agency policies and procedures and practices. Responsibilities include providing direct and family therapy and a variety of casework duties. The BHTT works with Human Trafficking Specialist to assess for social service needs of clients and makes appropriate referrals. The BHTT reports to the Human Trafficking Program Manager. In addition, the BHTT is responsible for creating an inclusive environment that demonstrates equity and belonging to our clients, ChicagoCAC staff, and partners.

DEI&AB Culture Commitment: BHTT is responsible for creating an inclusive environment that demonstrates equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging to our clients, ChicagoCAC employees, and partners. The position also assists in ChicagoCAC’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility and Belonging (DEIAB) initiatives.

Primary Responsibilities:

Discretion

The Bilingual Human Trafficking Therapist has a mid-level range of discretion and independent decision-making.

Supervisory Responsibilities

The Bilingual Human Trafficking Therapist has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Relationships

The Bilingual Human Trafficking Therapist works closely with the Human Trafficking Program Manager, Human Trafficking Specialist, Family Hope Center team, Advocacy Team, and Family Support Specialists.

Qualifications

Minimum requirement of a Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or another human service related field. Must be license eligible (LCPC, LCSW). Minimum of three years of experience providing trauma-focused, evidence-based therapy to children and adolescents. Strong problem-solving, organizational, written, oral, and communication skills needed. Demonstrated awareness of multiple cultures and cultural impact on the delivery of service a must. Flexibility in schedule based on the needs of clients is required. Travel to client’s homes or schools for delivery of service is required. Evenings required. Bilingual (Spanish) required.

In addition to making a significant impact on children’s and families’ lives, ChicagoCAC offers amazing benefits for our staff, which include:

• BCBS HMO and PPO healthcare coverage options with an opportunity to add family members to plans.
• Free life insurance at 2x your salary up to a maximum of $200,000.
• Additional pay of 10% of your salary up to $7,500 per year (available after 6 months of employment) to use towards a menu of benefits such as: additional health benefits, dental, vision, long-term disability short-term disability, 403b plan, a Roth option, legal coverage, dependent care, flexible spending, and taxable spending.
• Taxable spending may be used for health club membership, fitness activities, tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, among other options.
• Paid Time Off (“PTO”): PTO starts accruing the first day of employment and accrues at a rate of 35 days in a 12-month period.
• PTO days are used for all days off, including holidays and sick time so you have maximum flexibility in the use of your PTO.
• Timing of vacations may be dependent on client needs, as that’s our first priority.
• PTO goes up to 40 days after 5 years.
• Additional PTO for FMLA-related reasons up to 20 days.
• A remote work policy that provides flexibility in work hours so long as operational needs are met.
• Regular expert training on evidence-based therapy modalities, which includes being able to earn Continuing Education Units.
• A wonderful facility dog (Mac) who provides comfort and support to our kids and loves staff visits when he’s not working.
• The ability to wear jeans and enjoy afternoon milk and cookies every Friday! 
  If you share our passion for providing hope and healing to children and families who have experienced abuse and trauma, and possess the qualifications we’re looking for, please submit an application!

ChicagoCAC’s Compensation Philosophy:
We believe in fair compensation for your work. Our salary scale is comparable to salaries you would find in Chicago, IL. We believe our compensation program is designed to support, reinforce, and align our values, business strategy, and operational & financial needs with a goal of growth and profitability.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
ChicagoCAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer: BIPOC, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQIA people are strongly encouraged to apply.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact our People & Culture Department at (312) 492-3700.

Salary commensurate with experience.