About this role
The Association for Individual Development (AID) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to empower people with physical, developmental, intellectual, mental health challenges; those who have suffered a trauma; and those at risk, to enjoy lives of dignity and purpose. We are looking for a Therapist QMHP BH Bilingual who demonstrates this mission and wants to work for an organization that makes a difference in the community.
What you will be doing?
- The bilingual Therapist QMHP is responsible for the provision of case management and counseling services to clients who are diagnosed with persistent mental illness and translate into Spanish when needed.
- Therapist QMHP are expected to work with a team of behavioral health service providers within the agency to ensure a positive client centered approach.
- The Bilingual Therapist is responsible for developing and implementing individual treatment plans utilizing the IM+CANS to maximize the clients independent community living skills.
- The Bilingual Therapist must complete documentation of mental health services provided in accordance with state and agency standards as applicable.
- The Bilingual Therapist is expected to promote client wellness through coaching, counseling, consultation, motivational enhancement, and information and referral services to clients facing various health challenges, as needed.
- This job position may have some work components that can be performed remotely. Remote work arrangements are not a right or entitlement of employment. They are discretionary and subject to demonstrated performance and operational needs. Approval may be rescinded at any time at the sole discretion of management.
- Attendance at scheduled work hours including evening hours
- Provide effective individual, couples, & family counseling, as assigned
- Complete clinical assessments that meet the requirements of program funders and applicable administrative rules
- Refer clients for community-based case management services as needed
- Complete required documentation (IM+CANS, documentation including encounters, consents) on a timely basis
- Meet minimum service hours provision/billing standards.
- Acquire and maintain required certifications and trainings
- Abide by AIDs Code of Ethics, policies, and procedures
- Maintain professional judgment and performance regardless of personal issues
- Complete treatment plan development meetings with clients.
- Obtain input from consumers and other stakeholders on how to improve service provision
- Provide outcome evaluation data to supervisor
- Maintain a positive professional working relationship with agencies and other stakeholders
- Maintain a positive professional working relationship with coworkers
- Provide documentation to primary staff to assist client in maintaining public entitlements as applicable.
- Assist clients in obtaining/maintaining public entitlements
- Participate in agency committees as assigned
- Provide counseling/therapy services to clients who prefer to engage in services in their home, community, or office setting.
- Employee promotes awareness and respect for the diversity of our clients, employees, families and other stakeholders.
What will we provide Full Time employees. Benefits_Summary.pdf
- 21 Days of Paid Time Off plus 10 Paid Holidays
- Paid training
- Tuition reimbursement
- Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, Critical Illness and accident insurance
- 401K with a 3.5% company contribution after one year.
Qualifications
What will you bring to the table?
Education: Masters degree in a human service field required
Experience: At least 1 year of experience in behavioral health preferred
Skills: Fluent verbal and written Spanish and English, Required
Equipment: Computer with working knowledge of Microsoft Windows applications Copy machine Telephone with voice mail system
Additional Requirements:
- Complete CEUs required to maintain clinical licensure, if applicable
- Flexibility to work evening hours
- Use of personal automobile
- Maintain automobile liability insurance as defined by AIDs
- personnel policies
- Maintain valid Illinois drivers license
- Meet/maintain driving record standards as defined by AIDs insurance carrier.
If we seem like a good fit, consider joining our growing team of compassionate, hardworking, and caring individuals, and start your path toward a fulfilling career that you can be proud to work.