Therapist Mental Health Professional BH Bilingual McHenry

$1,000 Sign on Bonus

The Association for Individual Development (AID) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to empower people with physical, developmental, intellectual, mental health challenges; those who have suffered a trauma; and those at risk, to enjoy lives of dignity and purpose.  We are looking for a Therapist Mental Health Professional BH Bilingual for McHenry County who demonstrates this mission and wants to work for an organization that makes a difference in the community.

Position Schedule-Specific Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5:30pm, with one later evening

What you will be doing?

• The bilingual Therapist MHP is responsible for the provision of case management and counseling services to clients who are diagnosed with persistent mental illness and translate into Spanish when needed. 
• Therapist MHP are expected to work with a team of behavioral health service providers within the agency to ensure a positive client centered approach. 
• The Bilingual Therapist is responsible for developing and implementing individual treatment plans utilizing the IM+CANS to maximize the clients’ independent community living skills. 
• The Bilingual Therapist must complete documentation of mental health services provided in accordance with state and agency standards as applicable. 
• The Bilingual Therapist is expected to promote client wellness through coaching, counseling, consultation, motivational enhancement, and information and referral services to clients facing various health challenges, as needed. 
• This job position may have some work components that can be performed remotely. Remote work arrangements are not a right or entitlement of employment. They are discretionary and subject to demonstrated performance and operational needs. Approval may be rescinded at any time at the sole discretion of management.
• Attendance at scheduled work hours including evening hours
• Provide effective individual, couples, & family counseling, as assigned
• Complete clinical assessments that meet the requirements of program funders and applicable administrative rules
• Refer clients for community-based case management services as needed
• Complete required documentation (IM+CANS, documentation including encounters, consents) on a timely basis
• Meet minimum service hours provision/billing standards. 
• Acquire and maintain required certifications and trainings
• Abide by AID’s Code of Ethics, policies, and procedures
• Maintain professional judgment and performance regardless of personal issues
• Complete treatment plan development meetings with clients. 
• Obtain input from consumers and other stakeholders on how to improve service provision 
• Provide outcome evaluation data to supervisor 
• Maintain a positive professional working relationship with agencies and other stakeholders
• Maintain a positive professional working relationship with coworkers
• Provide documentation to primary staff to assist client in maintaining public entitlements as applicable. 
• Assist clients in obtaining/maintaining public entitlements 
• Participate in agency committees as assigned 
• Provide counseling/therapy services to clients who prefer to engage in services in their home, community, or office setting. 
• Employee promotes awareness and respect for the diversity of our clients, employees, families and other stakeholders.  

​​​What will we provide Full Time employees. Benefits_Summary.pdf

• $1000 sign on bonus for full-time 
• 21 Days of Paid Time Off plus 10 Paid Holidays 
• Paid training
• Tuition reimbursement 
• Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, Critical Illness and accident insurance
• 401K with a 3.5% company contribution after one year.

What will you bring to the table?

Education: Bachelor’s degree in a human service field required 

Experience: At least 1 year of experience in behavioral health preferred 

Skills: Fluent verbal and written Spanish and English, Required 

If we seem like a good fit, consider joining our growing team of compassionate, hardworking, and caring individuals, and start your path toward a fulfilling career that you can be proud to work.