Bilingual Clinician

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 seeking a bilingual Clinical Social Worker to join our Victim Services team. In this role, you will conduct thorough assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide evidence-based trauma-focused therapy to clients. 

The salary range for this full-time position is $65,000 - $75,000, based on experience and licensure. 

Responsibilities

As a valued member of our team, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial intake assessments, and collaboratively develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans tailored to each client’s trauma-related needs.
• Regularly monitor and evaluate client progress, updating treatment plans to reflect evolving goals, challenges, and achievements, and actively engage clients in goal-setting and treatment adjustments.
• Demonstrate proficiency in and consistently apply a wide range of evidence-based trauma-informed practices and therapeutic modalities to ensure effective and culturally sensitive care.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough clinical documentation, including progress notes, treatment updates, court reports, and monthly PMI reports, ensuring compliance with agency, legal, and funding requirements.
• Provide trauma-informed treatment across multiple modalities, including individual therapy, family therapy, and group sessions, utilizing appropriate interventions based on client presentation and treatment goals.
• Deliver crisis intervention services with skill, sensitivity, and professionalism, ensuring client safety and stabilization during acute episodes.
• Maintain ongoing, collaborative communication with the Victims Services team and other relevant stakeholders to coordinate care, share critical information, and support integrated treatment efforts.
• Supervise and mentor student interns, providing guidance, oversight, and constructive feedback to support their clinical development.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including medical providers, social workers, and legal professionals in a respectful, professional manner to ensure comprehensive client care.
• Provide emergency response and coverage for hotline services, ensuring prompt and compassionate intervention during crises.

Requirements

We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Social Work from an accredited school of social work
• Possession of license to practice social work in New York State (LMSW or LCSW) 
• Knowledge of current principles and techniques of social work
• Experience with trauma-focused care, particularly for those impacted by crime or violence
• Ability to conduct interviews to obtain social and medical information necessary to perform evaluation
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish, both orally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Willingness to work within client’s social context, including home, school or community setting, when needed

What WJCS has to offer you

• In addition to meaningful work and a supportive team environment, we offer a competitive benefits package, including:
• Generous paid time off
• Comprehensive Health Benefits, Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• 403(b) Plan and an Agency-Paid Pension Plan
• Ongoing Professional Development and Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition, day-care, and personal emergency reimbursements
• Disability and life insurance
• Staff appreciation events and employee mental health and wellness initiatives

WJCS INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER