Bilingual Clinician

Location: White Plains, NY
Work type: Full Time
Posted: 2026-07-15

Job description

Overview:Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) is an award-winning nonprofit, nonsectarian human services organization founded in 1943. Today, it has grown to be the largest provider of licensed outpatient community behavioral health services and one of the largest human service agencies in Westchester County. WJCS delivers innovative programs and services and compassionate care to more than 20,000 people of all ages and backgrounds throughout the county. We are currently seeking a bilingual (English/Spanish) Clinical Social Worker or Mental Health Counselor to join our team. In this role, you will provide trauma-informed mental health services to individuals through the DA’s office (located in White Plains, NY), as well as members of the community seeking care through a licensed mental health clinic. Services are provided to children, adolescents, adults, and families who have experienced a wide range of traumatic events, including child and elder abuse, sexual and physical assault, domestic violence, homicide-related loss, and other forms of victimization. Training, supervision, and ongoing professional development in providing trauma-informed intervention services for children and adults is provided by the agency. The salary range for this full-time position is $75,000 - $85,000, determined by licensure. Responsibilities:As a valued member of our team, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:<ul style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;'>Provide trauma-informed treatment in various modalities, including individual, family, and group therapy for ongoing treatment cases.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;'>Provide trauma therapy, supportive counseling, criminal justice support and other related follow-up services to crime victims.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;'>Deliver services in-person, via telehealth, and by telephone.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;'>Maintain a small caseload of clients who have experienced other types of non-crime trauma, including individuals affected by COVID and racial injustice, and those who are from the LGBT and undocumented communities.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;'>Accompany victims to court when requested.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;'>Develop Victim Impact Statements with clients.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;line-height:15.0pt;'>Advocate on behalf of victims with healthcare providers, community organizations, schools, courts, and other service systems.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;'>Research and provide information and referrals to victims.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Conduct comprehensive intake assessment and develop written treatment plan with the client (collaborative documentation).</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Monitor and update the treatment plan and work with client to fulfill the goals of the treatment plan.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;line-height:15.0pt;'>Complete clinical documentation, treatment plans, progress notes, and agency reports accurately and within required timeframes.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Learn, understand, and use evidence-based practice techniques. </li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Provide crisis intervention as needed. </li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Meet or exceed monthly productivity requirements. </li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Maintain necessary patient related contacts with other agencies and resources (courts, schools, etc.), via phone, correspondence or in-person visits. </li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Professionally represent the agency at community meetings and in the media.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;'>Attend agency in-service trainings and staff meetings; receive supervision.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:black;'>Consult with other members of the interdisciplinary team in a professional and collegial manner.</li></ul> Requirements:We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications:<ul style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited school of social work, or Masters in Mental Health Counseling.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Possession of license to practice in New York State (LMSW or LCSW, or LMHC) issued by the New York State Education Department.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Fluency in both English and Spanish, with strong verbal and in written communication skills.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Exceptional interpersonal relationship skills; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Familiarity with the criminal justice system and victim services.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Three-five years of experience counseling victims of crime, preferred.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Knowledge of trauma-informed care and principles and clinical best practices.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Knowledge of/skill with at least one evidence-based practice for treating adults and one for children.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Ability to use time effectively in order to meet or exceed monthly productivity requirements.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Knowledge of community resources and referral systems.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Ability to conduct interviews to obtain social and medical information necessary to perform diagnostic evaluation.</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'>Ability to observe for the purpose of analysis and treatment.</li></ul> What WJCS has to offer you:In addition to meaningful work and a supportive team environment, we offer a competitive benefits package, including:<ul style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:#262321;background:white;'>Generous paid time off</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:#262321;background:white;'>Comprehensive Health Benefits, Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:#262321;background:white;'>403(b) Plan and an Agency-Paid Pension Plan</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:#262321;background:white;'>Ongoing Professional Development and Training</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:#262321;background:white;'>Employee Assistance Program</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:#262321;background:white;'>Tuition, day-care, and personal emergency reimbursements</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:#262321;background:white;'>Disability and life insurance</li><li style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:#262321;margin-bottom:8.0pt;background:white;'>Staff appreciation events and employee mental health and wellness initiatives</li></ul> WJCS INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Bilingual Clinician

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