Are you a person of compassion? An advocate for justice? Someone who stands up for the rights of the vulnerable and speaks out for the marginalized, the exploited and the forgotten? Do you believe in our calling as Christians to welcome the least of these and love our neighbor?
If you answered ‘yes’, to any of the above, World Relief, and millions of people around the world need you.
At this pivotal moment in time, we are rapidly expanding and growing our team to meet the increasing needs of our world. We are looking for people who want to use their gifts and talents to make a real and tangible difference in our world and the lives of the suffering.
If you’re looking for a purpose-driven career in which you can grow your talents, while also standing up for the rights of the vulnerable, we want you to join us today.
ORGANIZATION SUMMARY
World Relief is a global Christian humanitarian organization whose mission is to boldly engage the world’s greatest crises in partnership with the church. The organization was founded in the aftermath of World War II to respond to the urgent humanitarian needs of war-torn Europe. Since then, for 80 years, across 100 countries, World Relief has partnered with local churches and communities to build a world where families thrive and communities flourish.
Today, organizational programming focuses on humanitarian and disaster response, community strengthening and resilience, and refugee & immigrant services and advocacy.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Counseling Team Manager oversees Counseling Team programming at the Chicago location, including managing the Counseling Team staff and providing direct client services. This role operates and executes within the vision and direction laid out by the Director of Counseling. Counseling Services empower immigrant children, individuals, and families by providing comprehensive therapeutic support services, including individual counseling, family counseling, and group interventions.
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES::
Responsible for the hiring, training, supervision, and oversight of Chicago Counseling staff. This will include:
o Providing documentation quality control
o Signing provisionally licensed and intern clinician documentation as assigned
o Ensuring adherence to all Medicaid, HIPAA requirements [DG1.1][CC1.2]
o Enforcing service number requirement adherence
o Providing professional supervision
o Providing clinical supervision or oversight of otherwise provided supervision
o Managing interns or overseeing intern management
Monitor referral assignments and caseload of Chicago Counseling staff
Oversee referrals and coordination of care to external partners for specialized care
Manage planning and implementation of therapeutic services
Oversee office management in partnership with the operations team
o Communicating with Operations Team to manage facility and supply needs
o Ordering supplies in accordance with program budget
o Requesting maintenance and communication with the property manager
o Ensuring team adherence to general cleanliness and order of space
Assist with monitoring grant requirements and submitting grant reports[DG2.1][CC2.2]
Adhere to all Medicaid provider requirements in accordance with state and federal law[DG3.1][CC3.2]
Adhere to all HIPAA and HITECH requirements in accordance with state and federal law
Contribute to the development and updating of staff handbooks and manuals
Coordinate programming with other internal programs as is appropriate
Communicate with other internal programs and partner organizations
Use innovative strategies to develop and expand existing programs
Attend quarterly stakeholder meetings with other resettlement agencies and partner agencies[DG4.1][CC4.2]
Actively participate in department meetings, staff development opportunities, program trainings, community activities, and organizational events
Other duties as assigned
JOB REQUIREMENTS::
Mature and personal Christian faith
Committed to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief
Desire to serve and empower the Church to impact vulnerable communities
Able to affirm and/or acknowledge World Reliefs Core Beliefs , Statement of Faith , Christian Identity and National Association of Evangelicals' For the Health of The Nation document
Master’s degree and full licensure required (or full licensure eligible within 3 months of hire)
Excellent interpersonal and relational skills
Passionate about working with immigrants children, families, and adults therapeutically[DG5.1][CC5.2]
Demonstrated knowledge of professional code of ethics, foundational therapeutic tenants of World Relief identified in MHPSS handbook, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions[DG6.1][CC6.2]
Demonstrated ability to work sensitively and effectively in a cross-cultural setting
Demonstrated abilities in program management including future planning
Detail-oriented and able to follow through independently on projects and assignments
Demonstrated ability to multi-task, problem solve, and exercise critical thinking skills
Demonstrated ability to remain flexible and work in a fast-paced environment
Personal Christian faith and a heart for serving vulnerable people
Committed to Mission, Vision, and Values of World Relief
Fully licensed or Fully licensed eligible for LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, or PsyD
Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
Valid Driver’s License and good driving record
Ability and willingness to drive a 15-passenger van in urban traffic
Ability to work occasional early mornings, evenings or weekends as necessary[
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS::
Knowledge about the refugee/immigrant experience is preferred
Fluency in Spanish is highly preferred
Manager experience is preferred
For the complete job description and to apply, visit:
https://jobs.lever.co/wr/420f5df3-d821-4238-a902-de2175a7c064
HOW TO APPLY:
Apply online: https://jobs.lever.co/wr/420f5df3-d821-4238-a902-de2175a7c064