Bilingual Clinician

Location: New Rochelle, NY Hours: M-F 9 am to 5 pm (35 hours) Salary: LMSW/LP's/LCAT $65,000 LMHC/LCSW/LMFT $75,000 (plus bilingual stipend) English/Spanish    This role starts in late August 2026   OVERVIEW OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES:   The Bilingual Clinician is responsible for delivering culturally and linguistically responsive behavioral health services—including individual, group, and family therapy—to children, adolescents, and adults in both English and Spanish. This role involves conducting clinical assessments, developing treatment plans, implementing evidence-based interventions, and collaborating with families, school personnel, and community partners. The Bilingual Clinician ensures that Spanish-speaking clients and families receive equitable and effective care across office and community-based settings.   PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:   Screen, assess, and evaluate all incoming referrals; provide initial assessments in both English and Spanish, as appropriate. Provide individual, group, and family therapy in English and Spanish, in office and community settings. Deliver evidence-based treatment approaches tailored to culturally diverse children and families. Conduct psychosocial assessments and produce written reports as needed. Develop collaborative treatment plans and treatment plan reviews with clients and families. Work with program staff to identify intervention needs and determine appropriate strategies. Maintain complete and timely clinical documentation in electronic medical records in accordance with bilingual service standards. Meet program productivity expectations based on scheduled hours. Complete periodic insurance-related reports, authorizations, and re-authorizations. Coordinate services with external providers and refer families to community resources, especially those serving Spanish-speaking populations. Organize and participate in multidisciplinary case conferences. Design and implement group programming and activities. Provide psychoeducation in English and Spanish regarding mental health conditions, treatment plans, and medication management (as directed by prescribing providers). Attend required professional development trainings, conferences, and in-services. Respond to crisis situations and high-risk cases per agency protocol, ensuring accurate reporting and timely intervention. Actively participate in agency, clinic, school, and community meetings, as well as supervision and clinical case reviews. Supervise interns, if qualified and approved.   ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONAL / ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT:   Participate in case coordination and network meetings with other service providers and agencies. Serve on agency and school-based committees, as agreed upon with supervisor. Collaborate with student support teams and school staff to assess and respond to behavioral and emotional needs of youth. Support a culturally responsive and family-centered model of care. Serve as a liaison between families and institutions (e.g., school, community agencies) and advocate for client needs. Contribute to quality assurance and program improvement efforts.     QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES:   Fully bilingual in English and Spanish (spoken and written); able to provide clinical services in both languages. Experience providing individual, group, and family therapy to children, adolescents, and adults. Strong knowledge of psychiatric diagnoses and treatment of mental illness. Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and independently. Competency in treatment planning and clinical documentation. Proficient with electronic health records and managed care systems. Flexible, organized, and committed to high standards of care. Skilled in culturally sensitive and trauma-informed clinical practices.   EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Master’s degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, or related field (required). Licensed or Limited Permit (LCSW, LMSW, LMHC, LMFT, or equivalent) in New York State. Direct experience working with Spanish-speaking communities is required. Minimum of 2 years clinical experience with children, adolescents, adults, and families. IND2024