Clinical Counselor Job at WAFA HOUSE INC, Fair Lawn, NJ

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  • WAFA HOUSE INC
  • Fair Lawn, NJ

Job Description

Purpose: Wafa House is seeking a full-time clinical counselor to perform counseling and crisis intervention for clients. The position entails conducting intakes, screening, assessment, establishing an individual treatment plan, monitoring progress and referral to other agencies, as needed. Supervision provided. Responsibilities: Interview client's assessment of needs and strengths Develop treatment plan Provide crisis intervention Provide accurate information and referral Provide counseling to Muslim/South Asian/Arab victims of domestic violence Provide individual counseling to adults, teens, and children Develop safety plan including danger assessment for victims of domestic violence Provide information on local resources Report and track statistical information to the organization on a monthly basis Assist with other needs in the agency Qualifications :

  • Masters Degree in social work or a related field degree preferred, prior experience/training in a similar program preferred
  • Ability to perform accurate assessment of the client's presenting problem and to plan effective treatment for that problem
  • Knowledge of standard documentation requirements for clinical casework
  • Ability to intervene in domestic violence crisis situations, using sound professional judgement, ethical practice and common sense
  • Ability to work effectively with diverse racial, ethnic and socioeconomic populations
  • Proficiency in oral and written communication skills
  • Fluency in the ONE of the following languages is required: Arabic, Urdu, Spanish.
All services are provided at Wafa House are free of charge and in complete confidence to anyone/everyone irrespective of their creed, ethnic, socio-economic background. How to Apply : All qualified individuals wishing to be considered for this position must submit a cover letter in addition to their resume. Job Type: Full-time Salary: $42 per hour Benefits: 401(k) Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Schedule: Monday to Friday Weekends and evenings as needed Education: Master's (Required) Must be fluent in at least one of the following languages: Arabic Urdu Spanish License/Certification: LSW, LCSW, LAC, LPC (Required) Work Location: Multiple locations Flexible work from home options available. Compensation: $30.00 per hour Brief Overview Wafa House is a non-profit agency that was established in 2004. Wafa House is one of the only agencies in the tri-state area that provides culturally sensitive services to the Middle Eastern and South Asian communities. Services are available in English, Arabic, and Urdu. Wafa House has grown to be able to serve many different cultures and we currently serve all counties within New Jersey. Services We Provide Mental Health Counseling: Provided in English, Arabic, and Urdu. These services include marriage and family counseling, individual therapy, play therapy, and substance abuse counseling. Social Services: Case managers assist clients in the following services: Social services and advocacy Diaper Bank Referrals and resources Emergency financial assistance Utilities Transportation vouchers Food insecurities Legal Clinic: Our legal clinic consists of a staff attorney, legal assistants, and Pro-Bono Attorney Network. Types of services we help with include: Protection orders Child support Child custody Sexual Assault cases Divorce matters VAWA and UVISA Wafa House Academy: Training Department: Our mission is to provide culturally sensitive training with respect to domestic violence and sexual assault, aiming to reach all professionals who work with the Middle Eastern and South Asian communities. WAFA HOUSE INC

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Local area, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Afternoon shift, Monday to Friday,

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