Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Global Refuge
Job overview
The Clinician role at Global Refuge involves providing direct therapeutic services to clients, including individual and group therapy, to support newcomers seeking safety and integration.
Responsibilities and impact
The Clinician will provide therapy, administer assessments, coordinate services with case managers, participate in staff meetings, support foster parents, maintain clinical documentation, provide crisis intervention, ensure confidentiality, and supervise interns as needed.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a competitive salary based on market data, medical, dental, and vision benefits from day one, generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, fully paid parental and FMLA leave, and a 403(b) retirement plan with company contributions and matching.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a Master's degree in Social Work or related behavioral science with clinical experience or a Bachelor's with 5 years clinical experience, licensure or eligibility for licensure in Maryland or Virginia, preferred experience with refugee or immigrant populations, language skills in Spanish, Dari/Pashto, or French preferred, strong communication skills, ability to work under stress, computer skills, valid driver's license, and pass a criminal background check.
Work environment and culture
Global Refuge values compassion, grace, and commitment to newcomers, rooted in Lutheran heritage, fostering a mission-driven and supportive work environment.
Company information
Global Refuge, formerly Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service, is a nonprofit founded in 1939 serving over 750,000 refugees and immigrants through resettlement, support services, and partnerships.
Job location and travel
The job is located in Maryland and/or Virginia, with requirements for valid driver's license and vehicle use for transporting minors if needed.
Unique job features
The role involves working in a mission-driven nonprofit focused on refugee support with opportunities to impact vulnerable populations and provide culturally sensitive clinical care.
Company overview
Global Refuge, formerly known as Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS), is the largest faith-based nonprofit in the United States dedicated to serving immigrants, asylum seekers, and refugees. Founded in 1939 and headquartered in Baltimore, MD, the organization provides resources, guidance, and community support to help newcomers integrate and thrive. Global Refuge operates various programs, including asylum services and employment assistance, and has earned a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator. The organization is funded through donations and partnerships, and it recently opened a new Welcome Center in Baltimore.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your clinical experience providing direct therapeutic services, including individual, group, and family therapy, which aligns with the core duties at Global Refuge.
Emphasize your skills in administering behavioral and mental health assessments, coordinating services with case managers, and your ability to work with diverse populations, especially refugees and immigrants if applicable.
Apply through multiple platforms such as Global Refuge's official corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and ensure it reaches the right hiring managers.
Connect on LinkedIn with clinicians, case managers, or HR personnel at Global Refuge’s clinical division; start conversations by referencing their commitment to refugee support or asking about their experience working with newcomer populations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'therapeutic services,' 'behavioral assessments,' 'clinical supervision,' 'crisis intervention,' and 'refugee populations' to improve your chances of passing initial screenings.
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