Bilingual (English/Spanish) Residential Counselor
Second Story for Teens in Crisis is an adolescent group home located in Vienna, VA. We are looking for an individual of any experience level to work as a full-time bilingual (English & Spanish) Residential Counselor. This position is an excellent entry-level introduction to case management and crisis counseling in the mental health/social services field. The ideal candidate will be organized, reliable, compassionate, and eager to learn with strong communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills. Pay is $22 per hour.
Responsibilities:
Support residents through the daily house schedule
Conduct individual and group counseling sessions
Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy living environment
Execute clinical case management, including case notes and treatment plans
Answer crisis hotline calls
Conduct intakes and discharge
Provide oral and written translation services to residents and families as needed
Schedule (non-negotiable):
Sunday: 8:30am-4:30pm
Monday: 3pm-11pm
Tuesday: 10am-5pm
Wednesday: 8:30am-5:30pm
Thursday: 3:30pm-11:30pm
Friday: OFF
Saturday: OFF
Qualifications:
REQUIRED: Must be fully fluent in Spanish
REQUIRED: Must have a bachelor’s degree (preferably in psychology, social work, human services, or a related field)
REQUIRED: Must be willing to undergo a background investigation prior to employment and become certified in CPR/First Aid and Medication Administration
PREFERRED: Prior experience in the mental health field, especially with teens
PREFERRED: Prior experience with oral and/or written translation
Second Story offers a competitive benefits package, including paid vacation and sick leave; annual merit-based salary increases for employees in good standing; free health insurance for staff (and reduced rates for family members); a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) that fully covers your individual deductible; low-cost dental and vision insurance; employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance; access to an employee discount program; plus, (after one year of service) enrollment in a Simple-IRA retirement plan with employer matching.
Second Story is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace and does not discriminate based on age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Day shift
Evening shift
Weekends as needed
Education:
Bachelor's (Required)
Language:
Spanish (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Vienna, VA 22182 (Required)
Work Location: In person