Refugee Program Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Imagine waking up every morning with the chance to change someone's life. Imagine knowing your efforts will benefit both your career and our neighbors around the world. At CWS, our team knows they are making a difference every day. Whether you're in our U.S.-based offices supporting refugees, asylees or unaccompanied children ... implementing hygiene initiatives in Cambodia or rebuilding projects in Central America ... or even connecting remotely from your home on fundraising campaigns, grant reports, or critical communications - you have the opportunity to work towards a world where everyone has food, a voice and a safe place to call home. 

The Refugee Wellness Clinician provides initial assessment, diagnosis, evaluation, case management and treatment services for refugee clients; adults, adolescents, children, and families.

Essential Duties:

• Coordinate wellness intake & assessments for all incoming clients
• Assists Refugee Program Wellness Manager in planning, developing, and implementing health promotion program.
• Provides therapeutic services for refugee individuals, groups, and families.
• Make appropriate internal and external referrals for clients based on their needs and goals
• Provide MSW practicum, BSW practicum, and clinical supervision as needed.
• Serve as primary resource to staff on issues that impact the wellness of the refugee population
• Performs other related duties as requested.
• Works occasional evening/weekend hours on occasion as required based on client needs.

 

Other Essential Duties:

• Advocate on behalf of refugees, and refugee-serving voluntary agencies.
• Attend trainings and conferences as requested by supervisor.
• Keep informed about refugee and immigrant issues, and available services to refugees, using current information to better identify and serve refugee clients.
• Represent the program at meetings and speaking engagements relevant to the responsibilities of the position.
• Undertake other duties as assigned.

 

Education: Master’s degree in a clinical program required. Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) or Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) designation required within 1 year of hire (LCSW-Associates will also be considered).

 

Skills & Experience:  The successful candidate must have experience delivering mental health services to culturally and linguistically diverse populations.

 

• Experience in medical case management
• Deep knowledge of medical and mental healthcare services 
• Thorough knowledge of psychosocial, behavioral, and psychiatric disorders, including substance abuse and chronic medical problems
• Proficient in Psychological First Aid and de-escalation strategies, and able provide crisis intervention with high-risk clients.
• Proficiency in navigating data systems including HIPAA-compliant data management platforms, and working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills, including the ability to develop and follow through with practical solutions.
• Excellent organizational, networking, and communication skills.
• Excellent spoken and written English required. Additional language skills (especially in languages commonly spoken by refugees) are an asset.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and willingness to support CWS’ Platform on Racial Justice as a CWS employee required.
• Communicate detailed and/or technical information clearly, in writing and orally.
• Speak publicly with defined constituencies regarding specific assigned topics.
• Anticipate constituent needs and interests and take proactive steps to respond to them.
• Promote “transparency of information” by sharing relevant information with staff and other stakeholders while protecting client confidentiality.

 

• This is an in-person position located in Greensboro, North Carolina
• The successful candidate must be computer literate, with proficiency in MS Office and internet applications.
• The successful candidate must pass a background check.
• Must be willing to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• This position is primarily in the office and community.
• During busy times other duties may be assigned.

CWS offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
- 403 (b) Retirement Plan
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off (21 Paid Days Off; 27 Days after 2 Years)
- 14 Official Holidays
- Sick Time Off (12 Accrued monthly)
- Life Insurance and AD&D
- Long Term and Short-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Benefits