Bilingual Team Specialist
Under the supervision of the Counseling Program Supervisor and using a wide variety of counseling modalities, the Team Specialist exercises sound judgment in the treatment of children, youth, families, individuals and groups. Functions as part of a multi-disciplinary team, while making appropriate independent clinical decisions for the benefit of the client(s). Possesses advanced knowledge that is primarily intellectual in character and includes exercising discretion and independent judgment. Provides expertise in areas such as sexual abuse, physical abuse, mental health, relational violence, substance abuse, physical health, education, vocational training, and community resources. Serves as a consultant in their areas of expertise and is available for home visits as necessary. Works in a culturally sensitive manner and abides by the legal and ethical standards of the profession.
- Develops and implements clinical treatment plans.
- Provides assessments, coordinates referrals and intakes.
- Provides case conferencing in coordination with other professionals.
- Provides crisis management consultation and education.
- Follows all legal and ethical guidelines pertaining to the treatment of youth and families as per state and county requirements (e.g., child abuse reporting, duty to warn, confidentiality, grievance procedures, serious incidents and elder abuse).
- Participates in multi-disciplinary team meetings to develop appropriate interventions for youth and families, and serves as a consultant for the team in their various areas of expertise.
- Participates in individual and group supervision both within Lifeline and within other organizations as needed.
- Participates in quality assurance review and corrects any issues identified.
- Facilitates center-based prevention/positive development and treatment groups
- Provides individual, couple and family face-to-face counseling utilizing evidence-based practices such as Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Traumatic Incident Reduction, with family systems, solution-focused, trauma-informed and strength-based approach.
- Assists with program outreach.
- Collaborates and maintains professional relationships with law enforcement, schools, other mental health agencies and other community based agencies.
- Makes appropriate referrals as necessary.
- Participates in wraparound treatment planning, implementation and collaborations.
- Complies with all documentation requirements as stated in contract.
- Provides all services in a culturally sensitive manner.
- Adheres to program-specific fiscal responsibilities
- Participates in contract related and continuing education trainings.
- Must demonstrate knowledge of trauma informed, client driven, and culturally competent care.
- Completes all other duties as assigned.
- Your well-being matters at Lifeline Community Services!
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick time
- Paid holidays (13 days)
- Exceptional medical, dental, vision, chiropractic and acupuncture coverage
- Free health and wellness programs
- Free Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance program
- Great employee incentive award programs
- Training and education assistance
- Matched 403b retirement plan
- Flexible Spending Account
- Menu of optional benefits, including short term disability, critical illness, accident, hospitalization and cancer policy