Bilingual Therapist (Clinical Advocate)

Agency Overview
Originally founded as Women’s Transitional Living Center (WTLC) in 1976, Radiant Futures is the oldest domestic violence program in Orange County and the third oldest in the nation. Originally established as an emergency shelter, Radiant Futures has since evolved into a multiservice organization dedicated to ending the cycle of violence through a trauma-informed, survivor-driven approach. Today, we are equipped to respond to the nuanced needs of survivors of both domestic violence and human trafficking, and we continue our tradition of evolving to meet their needs through the constant pursuit of innovative programs and evidence-based best practices.
Our programs fall under three major categories: Bridge Housing, Supportive Services, and Community Education and Advocacy. Through our three-fold approach, Radiant Futures strives to meet the needs of survivors of any gender, their children, and survivors often not served by other programs. Uniquely tailored to the needs of survivors and their families, our programs are rooted in the understanding that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to safety, recovery, and self-sufficiency.
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Associate Director of Clinical Services, the Clinical Advocate is responsible for providing a comprehensive assessment and therapeutic interventions for individuals and families affected by domestic violence and exploitation. Utilizing a trauma-informed care approach, the Clinical Advocate will ensure holistic and compassionate care is provided to survivors and survivor family systems.  The Clinical Advocate will take an ecological approach in case-planning and treatment delivery, and will utilize both prevention and intervention approaches.  The Clinical Advocate will address the needs identified by the participant and will be available to meet with participants wherever it is safe and convenient for the participant.
Essential Duties

• Provide individualized, flexible, support and advocacy to survivors within the community or at Radiant Futures.
• Utilize evidenced-based practices and interventions to address needs of participants, related to trauma, mental health, and substance abuse.
• Provide supportive clinical case management to fully support the needs of participants and participant families/support systems.
• Provide crisis counseling and referrals for center and community participants and Helpline callers.
• Engage in assessment and collaborative treatment planning with participants, to determine the most appropriate mode of service delivery.
• Deliver high-quality services utilizing evidenced-based and culturally sensitive interventions that are strengths-based and participant-led.
• Provide counseling and referrals for center and community participants who cause and have caused harm.
• Regularly develop and evaluate Safety Plans with participants.
• Responsible for scheduling and maintaining a caseload of both center and community-based participants.
• Plan and facilitate center and community-based educational/support groups.
• Input data entry on appropriate program data into the database(s) (Ex: Apricot, SharePoint, etc.).
• Provide advocacy services and support to survivors of domestic violence and exploitation.
• Educate participants about dynamics of domestic violence, human trafficking, and available options and resources.
• Support and engage in activities related to Radiant Futures’ Strategic Plan and other agency-wide efforts.
• Participant in staff meetings, conferences, and other meetings as needed.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualities & Qualifications

• Degree in one of the following: Master of Social Work (MSW), MA in Professional Clinical Counseling (PCC), MA in Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT).
• Bilingual in Spanish, preferred.

• 2 years previous professional experience in social services; experience working with survivors of trauma, specifically domestic violence and/or human trafficking preferred.
• Experience with Strengths Model Case Management preferred.
• Knowledge of the field of domestic violence and other abuse.
• Experience serving diverse communities.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• California State 40-Hour Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking Training Certified within 6 months of hire.

• 40-Hour Domestic Violence Training Certified within 6 months of hire.
• Has not been a participant of Radiant Futures services for at least three (3) years.
• Possession of a current and valid California driver’s license, a car, liability insurance which meets California State minimum requirements and an acceptable driving record.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

Compensation & Benefits

• This is a full-time, non-exempt position, with a hourly rate of $28.00

• We provide 2 weeks PTO to start which increases over time (3 weeks after 2 years, 4 weeks after 5 years, 5 weeks after 10 years); 2 wellness paid days, 1 civic engagement paid day and 11 paid holidays.
• Alternate work schedule (4 days/ 10 hours) option available.
• Generous benefits including 100% covered in Radiant Futures’ sponsored health, dental, vision, and AD&D insurance with Employee Assistance Program; and 403(b) retirement plan with up to 4% match after 1 year.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At Radiant Futures, we believe outstanding people are the key to our success. We value a diverse and inclusive workplace, and strongly encourage people of color, LBTQIA+ individuals, gender non-conforming individuals, and formerly incarcerated people to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, we recruit and hire with the understanding of systemic oppression and lived reality of people with marginalized identities. We also recruit and hire without regard to race, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, veteran status, or age.
 

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