Bilingual Therapist

At Esperanza Shelter, HOPE drives everything we do. For over 40 years, we've provided the Santa Fe community with secure shelter, counseling, advocacy, and comprehensive services for those affected by domestic violence. Through prevention education, therapy, life skills training, and group support, we create an environment where survivors can rebuild their lives with dignity and compassion. The ideal candidate is a strong and effective communicator who is proficient with technology, demonstrates patience in challenging situations, and is self-motivated to serve our community.

We offer an incredible benefits package designed to support your well-being. You start accruing generous paid time off on your first day and enjoy 12 paid holidays annually, including your birthday! We invest in our team's health with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. Employee health insurance is 100% company-paid, and we provide 100% company-paid health insurance for dependents under 15. You'll also have access to an amazing Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for additional support when needed. For your financial future, we offer a 403(b) retirement plan to help you secure long-term stability.

Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico

Compensation: $31 per hour

Status: Full-time (40 hours/week), Non-exempt

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Reports to: Director of Clinical Services

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Job Summary

The Bilingual Therapist is responsible for counseling adults, children, and adolescents who have experienced domestic abuse. Counseling for this role will take place in various locations at our agency, including the residential shelter and Community Support Center. This role requires a trauma-informed approach combined with patience, centeredness, flexibility, and the skills to do crisis interventions, brief counseling, and longer-term individual and group therapeutic interventions.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides individual counseling from a trauma-informed perspective
• Facilitates counseling and support groups
• Participates in weekly clinical supervision
• Maintains up-to-date case documentation
• Provides internal and community referrals
• Reports on service utilization while maintaining confidentiality

Essential Job Functions

• Conducts clinical intakes
• Provides counseling to children who have experienced domestic abuse using trauma-informed expressive arts and child-centered play methods. Supervision and training will be provided as needed.
• Maintains expressive arts and playrooms at rooms at shelter and the Support Center, keeping supplies organized and up-to-date and making suggestions for improvement.
• Able to facilitate a support group if needed
• Uses electronic databases to ensure case documentation is up-to-date and reflective of services provided.
• Participates in weekly staff meetings to consult on cases and provide recommendations regarding appropriate intervention/prevention methods.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required:

• Master’s degree in counseling or clinical social work
• Possess current licensure in good standing as either; LMHC, LPCC, LMSW, LCSW
• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English with the ability to read, write, interpret, and translate.
• Minimum of one years’ experience working as a child counselor (preferred but not mandatory).

Competencies

• Ability to participate as part of a team serving victims of domestic abuse.
• Ability to work independently and make sound judgements.
• Ability to work with families in crisis from various cultures and backgrounds.
• Ability to provide professional services at all times to promote a respectful environment for the clients.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong verbal, written, and communication skills.
• Communicate effectively in stressful situations.
• Coach parents in methods of non-violent discipline and positive parenting skills.
• Domestic abuse and advocacy experience and education preferred.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• On-site position at Santa Fe location
• Professional office environment
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs
• Standard office equipment use

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

Work Location: In person