Behavioral Health Counselor

Stars Behavioral Health Group; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical, dental, and视on

Vision coverage

Paid CEU opportunities

Generous time off

Job summary

Stars Behavioral Health Group in Lancaster, CA is seeking a Behavioral Health Family Specialist who speaks Spanish to provide family-centered wraparound services and behavioral support within a high fidelity program. This full-time on-site role runs Mon-Fri 8 AM-5 PM and offers competitive pay and benefits.

You will collaborate with youth therapists and family teams to address behavioral challenges, teach coping skills, and help families navigate services, aiming for positive outcomes for

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates degree in a Mental Health, Human Services, or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in a mental health, human services, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships with youth and caregivers and provide practical guidance and strategies.
• Engage youth and caregivers to explore behaviors, practice new skills and build lasting connections.
• Deliver direct behavioral interventions and skill-building for youth and caregivers.
• Coordinate with the youth therapist and Family Team to support goals.

Skills

Spanish speaking

Education

HS diploma

Associates degree

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Partner with us in making a positive change!Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.Job Title:Behavioral Health Family Specialist - Spanish Speaking RequiredDivision/Program:Star View Teammates - High Fidelity WraparoundStarting Compensation:23.74 - 24.96 USD Per HourWorking Location:Lancaster, CAWorking Hours/Shift:Mon - Fri: 8 AM - 5 PMWhy Join Our Team?Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.Comprehensive Benefits Package:Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.Professional Growth Opportunities:On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.Career development programs designed to help you grow.Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedicationWhat you bring to SBHG (Qualifications):EducationFS I: High School diploma or equivalent (e.g. GED, HiSET, etc.) requiredFS II: Associates degree in a Mental Health, Human Services or closely related fieldFS III: Bachelor’s degree in a mental health, human services, or closely related fieldExperienceFS I: Three (3) years experience working with severely emotionally disturbed children and familiesFS II: Two (2) years experience working with severely emotionally disturbed children and familiesFC III: One (1) year experience working with severely emotionally disturbed children and/or familiesLicensure & Certification:Valid California Driver’s License and maintenance of a driving record that meets the company driver eligibility policyLanguage Skills:Spanish Speaking RequiredHow you will make a difference:The Family Specialist builds trusting relationships with both the child/youth (Youth) and their parent/ caregiver(s) (Caregivers), while providing practical guidance and strategies that address behavioral challenges and support emotional growth. In this role, the Family Specialist also helps uncover unmet needs, teaches coping skills, and bridges gaps to repair relationships and build understanding amongst family members. The Family Specialist engages both the youth and the caregiver(s) to explore behaviors, practice new skills, and create lasting connections. The Family Specialist offers direct behavioral interventions and skill-building for the youth and caregivers. The Family Specialist is the family’s primary behavioral support partner, working in coordination with the youth therapist and the Child and Family Team to support the youth and caregiver(s) in achieving their goals.Division/Program Overview:Programs: High Fidelity Wraparound services: Comprehensive Behavioral & Social Support Services , Crisis response, team-based approachPopulation Served: Children, Youth, and Families battling trauma, mental illness, neglect, or substance abuse |Facility & Setting: Multidisciplinary program sites serving SPA 1,2,3,4,6,7,8Clinical Services: Trauma-informed care, mental health treatment, behavioral interventions , and parental skill enhancementLength of Stay: Based on need, average stay is 18 monthsSkills & Transition:Strengths-based empowerment, resilience building, and long-term recovery/re-integration supportFamily support, skill development, advocacy, and comprehensive community resourcesLearn more about SBHG at: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/For Additional Information:[e-mail]