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Job Description

Full-time Clinical Counselor

Job description

Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Clinical Counselor to join our team at Wafa House. This position offers FREE Supervision . The ideal candidate will have experience working with survivors, providing professional counseling services to individuals to support client’s mental well-being. They help clients manage and overcome mental and emotional issues, develop treatment plans, and work towards personal and therapeutic goals. This role requires a deep understanding of therapeutic techniques, excellent communication skills, and a compassionate and culturally sensitive approach to client care.

About Wafa House

Wafa House is a culturally specific nonprofit organization which specializes in serving the needs of survivors of domestic violence in the Arab, South Asian, and Muslim communities. Wafa House offers a range of services with a culturally sensitive approach including clinical mental health services, social services, and legal services. At Wafa House, our mission is to serve and strengthen individuals who need financial and emotional support and help them feel a sense of community.

Duties and Responsibilities

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  Conduct initial intake assessment to assess clients’ needs and determine treatment plan
• Provide crisis intervention and psychotherapy to clients
• Monitor the progress through informational and detailed clinical progress notes
• Develop safety plans with danger assessment for victims of domestic violence
• Complete psycho-social assessments for clients
• Strategize for client’s well-being
• Implement psychoeducation within the respective area of presenting problem
• Assessing and diagnosing clients experiencing symptoms of psychological distress
• Working with clients to set goals and develop treatment plans for their presenting issue

Miscellaneous

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  Perform other duties as assigned
• Show commitment to the organization’s values and principles
• Show commitment to the vision and the mission of Wafa House.

Qualifications

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  LPC, LAC, LSW, LCSW, or MSW required
• Supervision included*
• Prior experience/training in a similar position
• Ability to perform accurate assessment of the client’s presenting problem
• Knowledge of standard documentation requirements for clinical casework
• Ability to intervene in domestic violence crisis situations, using sound professional judgment, ethical practice and common sense
• Ability to work effectively with diverse racial, ethnic and socioeconomic populations
• Proficiency in oral and written communication skills
• Required: Arabic, Spanish or Urdu language proficiency
• Demonstrated ability in delivering patient treatment across all platforms
• Telehealth/virtual
• Join our team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals seeking mental health support. Apply now to be part of our compassionate and dedicated clinical counseling team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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  401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

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  8 hour shift- monday through friday

Language:

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  Arabic, Urdu, or Spanish (Required)

Ability to Commute:

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  Fair Lawn, NJ (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

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  Fair Lawn, NJ: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid

Send Resume and cover letter to hr@wafahouse.org

Wafa House is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and make hiring decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, gender, religion, or other protected statuses.

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