YMCA YFS Newcomer Mental Health Specialist

2 weeks ago

Silver Spring, United States YMCA of Metropolitan Washington Full time
About Us:

The YMCA is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the mental health and well-being of newcomers to our community. We understand the unique challenges that immigrants and refugees face when adjusting to a new environment, and we are committed to providing culturally sensitive and effective mental health support.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a passionate and qualified Newcomer Mental Health Specialist to join our dynamic team. As a specialist in this role, you will play a crucial part in offering mental health services tailored to the needs of individuals who have recently arrived in our community. You will collaborate with a diverse group of professionals to ensure that our services are accessible, culturally competent, and contribute to the overall well-being of newcomers.

Responsibilities:
  • Under the supervision of a board-approved clinical supervisor, the employee provides crisis intervention and assessment and supportive counseling and coaching to youths and families referred.
  • Leads or co-leads psychoeducational and support groups (child and adult groups)
  • Consults with parents, school staff, and clinicians regarding youth's progress/participation
  • Attends school and parent meetings as needed (e.g: EMT/ARD/suspension, etc.)
  • Provides mental health support to Newcomer immigrant youth and families at multiple MCPS school sites
  • Maintain accurate and confidential client records in electronic health record and cloud-based spreadsheet daily
  • Stay informed about current research, best practices, and resources related to newcomer mental health
Qualifications and Skills:
  • Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field
  • Experience working with the school system (preferred)
  • Experience working with youth and parents from immigrant and refugee populations, demonstrating cultural competence and sensitivity.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to establish rapport and build trust with diverse individuals.
  • Ability to learn to apply crisis management skills to clients in crisis
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
  • Fluency in English/Spanish is required.
We offer the following benefits:

We appreciate your talents, hard work and professional dedication and will reward you with a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including a 10% employer-funded retirement plan. In addition, we provide 403(b) retirement savings plan; high quality healthcare; free YMCA membership for you and your family; a generous paid time off package; numerous professional development opportunities; an exciting and collaborative work environment; and the ability to work with creative, talented and diverse individuals

Join us in making a positive impact on the mental health and well-being of newcomers to our community

Other details
  • Pay Type Salary
  • Min Hiring Rate $60,000.00
  • Max Hiring Rate $65,000.00
  • Required Education Master's Degree


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