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DePelchin is committed to selecting and employing the best and most qualified person available for each job opening without unlawful discrimination of any kind. Additionally, DePelchin is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), marital or parental status, veteran status, religion, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, or political affiliation.

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At DePelchin, we strive to ensure that each employee feels supported, safe, heard, and valued. We asked our employees what matters most, and they tell us that working at DePelchin is a rewarding experience because the work we do impacts the lives of children and families. Our employees have a passion for our mission and are committed to a culture of C.A.R.I.N.G. in which they are Committed to Excellence, Accountable for their actions, are Respectful, operate in Integrity, are Nice, and Generous. These core values are the foundation for how we do our work and achieve our mission to “Strengthen the lives of children by enhancing their mental health and physical well-being.”

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DePelchin encourages wellness and promotes preventive care, by offering benefits and resources to help its employees lead healthy, balanced lives. Our benefit package includes:

Medical, dental and vision plans for employee and eligible dependents
403(b) retirement plan with match
Paid life insurance
Generous paid time off plan (PTO)
9 paid holidays each year
Extended time off for FML qualified events (ETO)
Family Medical Leave (FML)
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Wellness Initiatives
Convenient central location with free parking
Credit Union
Employee Assistance Program
Service Award Program

Programs, resources and benefit eligibility vary based on scheduled hours worked, location, and length of service at DePelchin.

Bilingual Mental Health Counselor II

Houston, TX

Full Time

Mental Health Services

Entry Level

Position: Bilingual Mental Health Counselor

Classification: Full-time, Exempt

Reports to: Program Coordinator

Location: Houston, TX

Benefits: Robust benefits package, generous PTO, matching retirement

Position Description:

The Mental Health Counselor will provide evidence based therapeutic interventions and services to children and their families which will enable them to deal with a range of behavioral and emotional problems identified. The Mental Health Counselor will also provide intakes, assessments, individual, and family counseling in-home, in-office, at designated school campuses in the Houston area, community or virtual settings. The Mental Health Counselor may also work in collaboration with community partners to provide these services.

Experience/Skills Required:

Master’s in social work or related human services field.
Fully licensed as an LMSW; or
Provisionally licensed as an LPC-Associate, or LMFT-Associate.
Passed licensure examination to obtain LMSW, LMFT-Associate, or LPC-Associate.
Employment is contingent upon obtaining full/provisional licensure within 90 days of hire.

Experienced/Skills Preferred:

Entry level acceptable with one year's experience.
Experience in case management, crisis intervention, or child welfare.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to relate well to children and families in crisis.
Comfortable with complexity, advocacy, and mediation.
Strong ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Good paperwork and organizational skills.
Ability to submit all documentation electronically and in the office timely.
Knowledge of social work practices.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
Ability to work collaboratively with fellow staff and referral sources.
Ability to maintain a professional, confidential working environment.
Ability to work with culturally diverse populations and work force.
Ability to work flexible hours which vary according to client needs.

Work Conditions:

Environment: Home-based office, Schools, Community/Virtual settings
Range of Schedule: Mon -Fri, 7:00 am to 8:00 pm (vary according to client schedule)
Travel: Some positions may require required to drive and require reliable transportation and valid Texas driver license

DePelchin is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity Workplace.

DePelchin is committed to selecting and employing the best and most qualified person available for each job opening without unlawful discrimination of any kind. Additionally, DePelchin is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), marital or parental status, veteran status, religion, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, or political affiliation.

DePelchin Children’s Center supports and sustains children and the families who care for them. We provide comprehensive services focused on ensuring all children are part of safe, caring homes. We deploy evidence-based practices and strategies to prevent maltreatment, preserve healthy families, and bring healing to children who have experienced trauma by enhancing their physical health and mental well-being.

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