BHD COUNSELOR II

Job Description

Job Description

Do you have a strong passion for making a positive impact on the lives of others? We are actively seeking a committed individual to join our dynamic team as a Behavioral Health Counselor Level II!

Chinatown Service Center (CSC) Overview

In 1971, the Chinese Methodist Church embarked on a mission to support newly arrived Chinese immigrants, laying the foundation for what we are today. The Chinatown Service Center (CSC) is a nonprofit organization providing multilingual health and social services, employment training, and counseling in Greater Los Angeles. We are expanding our team to continue our legacy of compassion and empowerment. For further information on CSC, Visit our website at

CSC'S MISSION STATEMENT:

To provide outstanding services and advocacy that promote a better quality of life and equal opportunities for immigrants and other communities.

CSC'S VISION STATEMENT:

Thriving Lives in Empowered Communities

CSC'S BH COUNSELOR- LEVEL II'S PURPOSE:

P rovide individual, group , and/or family therapy to clients and/or famil ies; provide clinical assessment, field-based , and outreach services to clients and their families; case management and advocacy services .

General Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide strengths-based, family-centered therapeutic services, including individual, family, and group therapy.
• Assess and monitor client and family progress, adjusting treatment as needed.
• Collaborate with the Department of Children and Family Services and the Multi-disciplinary team.
• Deliver services in the community or field, meeting program and funding source requirements.
• Maintain client files in compliance with agency policy, showing cultural and linguistic needs sensitivity.
• Interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Meet Agency requirements for billing reimbursable services.
• Attend staff meetings, contribute to program development, and participate in community outreach with the BHD Prevention team.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's or Doctorate Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, or Psychology.
• Licensed-eligible: board-registered MFT-Intern, ASW, MSW, or Licensed professional.
• 1-2 years' postgraduate experience with adolescents and families in various therapeutic modalities.
• Knowledge of social, cultural, and intergenerational dynamics of Chinese/Asian immigrants and refugees.
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills with children, youth, and families.
• Bilingual/bicultural knowledge in English and Chinese (Cantonese and/or Mandarin) is preferred.
• Availability to work some evenings and weekends.

CSC's Employees Enjoy :

• Daytime work hours;
• Competitive Pay within the Nonprofit industry, commensurate with experience;
• Semi-Monthly paychecks;
• Collaborative and supportive work environment;
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development;
• Assistance with CMEs/CEUs required in your role with CSC;
• Assistance with State Professional License Renewals;
• Group Health, Dental, Life and AD&D, for those who work thirty (30)+ hours consistently;
• Paid Holidays for regular Full-time and Part-time status;
• Bonus Paid Holiday for their Birthday, for regular Full-time and Part-time status;
• Accrued Paid Sick Leave for all levels of employment;
• Accrued Paid Vacation for those who work thirty (30)+ hours consistently;
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 200% matching up to an elected contributions of 4%;
• 457(b) Nonqualified Plan for those who meet the minimum "highly compensated" annual salary required;
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP);
• Tuition Reimbursement opportunities for job-related coursework at an accredited Community College, State College, or University;
• Annual time to find, enroll, reenroll, or appear at the event(s) for Child(ren) School/Childcare programs;
• Leave of Absence with job protections and more .

If you are a committed advocate with a strong sense of serving the community and a desire to make a positive impact, we encourage you to apply for this meaningful opportunity to Join Chinatown Service Center (CSC) in our mission to build a resilient and united community against hate and violence. Let's create a future where thriving lives and empowered communities are the norm. Together, we can make a lasting difference!

Chinatown Service Center (CSC) is a non-discriminatory Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) who is able to provide reasonable accommodations upon request.