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Bilingual Mental Health Counselors (SW, LCAT, MHC...etc)

Counseling In Schools · New York, NY · 1 mo ago
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About the role

Counseling In Schools (CIS) is a community‑based organization founded in 1986 that promotes the emotional and social growth of children so they can thrive in school and succeed in life. CIS partners with NYC public schools, shelters, and communities, providing licensed mental health and youth‑development professionals who integrate into school settings to support children, families, teachers, and administrators. The organization is seeking a Bilingual Spanish‑speaking Master’s‑level Social Worker, Art Therapist, or Mental Health Counselor (LMSW/LCSW/LMHC) to work in elementary, middle, and high schools across the five boroughs.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct clinical sessions and outreach in Spanish.
  • Maintain clinical documentation (written and digital).
  • Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Exhibit strong organization, time‑management, and multi‑tasking abilities.
  • Act as a self‑starter, taking initiative and staying motivated.
  • Work collaboratively in a team‑based setting.
  • Preferred: experience in school‑based programs.
  • Preferred: experience in crisis intervention and de‑escalation.

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Creative Arts Therapy, Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or a related field.
  • Bilingual in Spanish (ability to conduct sessions and outreach in Spanish).

Skills

  • Professional written and verbal communication.
  • Strong organization, time management, and multi‑tasking.
  • Self‑starter with initiative and motivation.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
  • Experience with clinical documentation (written and digital).

Requirements

This is a full‑time, in‑person position located in Brooklyn, NY.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off: 15+ days plus paid holidays.
  • Health Care Coverage: fully company‑sponsored plan with medical, dental, and vision options.
  • Transit Check Program: pre‑tax dollars for transportation expenses.
  • 401(k) Plan with company contributions.
  • Life Insurance coverage.
  • Referral Bonuses for successful hires.

Pay

Salary range: $57,000 – $65,000 per year.

Schedule

Position follows the NYC DOE school calendar, reporting to the school from September through June.

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