Interschool Bilingual Therapist

The Youth First Care Program is a school-based program through Sheppard Pratt that embeds mental health therapists directly within Prince George’s County Schools. By providing services on-site and free of charge, the program helps overcome common barriers to therapy, such as transportation and cost, making mental health support more accessible to students.

What to expect.

We are seeking a bilingual (English and Spanish) licensed counselor or social worker to provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed mental health support to youth and families within Prince George’s County Schools. In this role, you will deliver culturally relevant interventions, collaborate with clinical teams, case managers, and community partners, and help address common barriers to treatment. You will also develop and implement interventions that promote holistic wellness from a client-centered, school-based, and community-focused perspective.

Specific Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments to tailor treatment plans and engage with clients, families, and support systems.
• Facilitate wellness activities and educational outreach, focusing on stigma reduction and mental health awareness.
• Address barriers to treatment engagement and contribute to the development of culturally relevant prevention materials.
• Act as a liaison for obtaining culturally sensitive services and participate in case management and team planning.
• Provide clinical assessments, therapy, crisis services, and maintain comprehensive documentation.
• Deliver services in various settings, including offices, client homes, and other community environments.

What you'll get from us.

• At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:
• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
• Free clinical supervision to those working towards licensure
• Licensing and certification preparation assistance
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
• 403b retirement match
• Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Grand rounds, CME opportunities, and on-site lectures