Bilingual Mental Health Associate Clinician

North Marin Community Services; San Rafael (CA); Hybrid; USD 57,280 - 61,564; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $1,000

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Generous paid time off including 15 holidays

Job summary

North Marin Community Services is seeking an Associate Clinician to provide vital therapeutic services to individuals and families. This role requires a Master's degree and fluency in English and Spanish, along with relevant clinical skills necessary for effective mental health support.

The position offers flexible pay rates based on experience and includes a generous benefits package. Join a dedicated team that focuses on improving community well-being and has a strong organizational commitment to diversity and excellence.

Qualifications

• Ability to conduct clinical assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Knowledge of mental health diagnoses and treatment procedures.
• Ability to manage caseload effectively, whether full-time or part-time.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient psychotherapy to individuals and families.
• Maintain clinical documentation according to regulations.
• Facilitate therapeutic groups and outreach events.

Skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Counseling skills

Clinical assessment skills

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or related field

Job description

North Marin Community Services (NMCS) is the anchor human service non‑profit serving Novato/North Marin for more than 50 years. Our mission is to empower youth, adults, and families in our diverse community to achieve well‑being, growth, and success; we envision a strong community with opportunities for all. A trusted community resource, our quality programs are grounded in stability, expertise, and commitment to effectively address the changing needs of our community. Recognized for our leadership and program excellence, we provide vital resources, educational opportunities, and economic support to individuals and families in our community. Whether in the form of short‑term assistance or long‑term intensive partnership, our interconnected services work together to encourage success at home, at school, and in life for over 10,000 people annually. Join an organization dedicated to a supportive and professional working environment. Located in beautiful Novato/Marin County/CA, our workplace culture is driven by our five values: teamwork and collaboration, equity, excellence, integrity, and learning and continuous improvement.

Hourly, non‑exempt; part‑ or full‑time positions available.

Pay Rate

Associate Clinician I: $41.58 – $42.08/hour

Associate Clinician II: $44.26 – $44.69/hour

Sign‑on bonus of $250 (part‑time) or $1,000 (full‑time). Generous benefits package including medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid vacation and sick time, 15 paid holidays per year, employee assistance program, up to 2% retirement employer match, and childcare discount.

Essential Functions

Provider and Clinical Services

• Conduct clinical assessments, develop, and implement appropriate treatment plans for the diagnosis, treatment, and/or referral of participants with mental health disorders.
• If full‑time (40 hours/week): Maintain an average caseload of 25 clients per month. If part‑time, caseload is prorated.
• Provide outpatient psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families, and groups. Instruct and counsel participants and their families regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens and medication adherence within the scope of practice. May administer specialized therapeutic procedures as appropriate.
• Facilitate groups and outreach events as needed, including therapeutic and psycho‑education/skill‑building groups for youth and adults. May develop groups as needed.
• Provide clinical case management, referrals and links to further services.
• Participate in weekly clinical supervision and case consultation meetings, trainings, and coordination of services team meetings, as assigned.
• Maintain relationships with school staff and agencies providing service to community residents, and work with them to meet participants’ needs. Serve as a liaison between NMCS and school/community partners; report to NMCS leadership regarding partner updates and ensure strong communication.
• Serve as a strong ambassador for the agency.
• Complete any related tasks assigned by the Director of Mental Health Program and/or Clinical Supervisor. Additional duties as assigned.

Documentation

• Prepare intake summaries, treatment/care plans, and case summaries, and maintain ongoing confidential records and progress notes in accordance with state, County, and Medi‑Cal regulations and accepted community standards.
• Maintain records and data for evaluation purposes.
• Ensure all paperwork and charting requirements, as well as reports, are completed and submitted timely, as described within the NMCS Mental Health Program Manual and as assigned by the Director of Mental Health Program and/or Clinical Supervisor.
• Support integrity of service contracts by monitoring eligibility requirements, as necessary.

Bilingual Mental Health Associate Clinician II

• In addition to Associate Clinician I level duties, the Associate Clinician II may also be required to:
• Take additional advanced clinical training as assigned.
• Coordinate, facilitate and monitor therapeutic groups and group needs.

Required Qualifications

• Fluent and able to provide counseling in English and Spanish (assessed via language skills test).
• Master’s degree or higher in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field.
• Valid, current B.B.S. Registered AMFT/ASW (clinical supervision is provided by LMFTs only).
• National Provider Identifier (NPI); can obtain NPI prior to employment start date.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of individual, group, and family psychodynamics as they relate to adults or children; psychological diagnostic methods and terminology; overall human development from infancy through adulthood.
• Knowledge of current principles, techniques, and practices of clinical case work for adults or children; knowledge of health and human services systems in the community including public and private agencies and other community resources.
• Knowledge of principles of mental health education, participant and community advocacy, and systems theory; principles of crisis intervention; needs, problems, and perspectives of people with mental illness, trauma related to immigration, and impacts of economic/housing/food insecurity.
• Knowledge of laws and ethics; understanding of participant’s legal rights.
• Knowledge of caseload management principles, techniques, methods, and objectives.
• Knowledge of community resources, public social service and assistance programs.
• Understanding of clinical assessment skills with reference to the DSM‑V and related clinical interviewing skills.
• Ability to maintain mental health records, including documentation of all actions and contacts in case files.
• Basic knowledge of the effects of stress and adverse childhood experiences.
• Ability to engage participants in the problem‑solving process.
• Ability to work with moderate supervision, follow directions, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and manage stressful situations effectively.
• Ability to get along with people and establish cooperative working relationships with staff at all levels both within and outside the department.
• Demonstrate exemplary customer service, strong communication, and organization skills.
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, and e‑mail software.
• Valid Class C driver’s license and insurability at non‑risk rates (pass a DMV Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check); personal vehicle for home visits (eligible for mileage reimbursement).

Additional Requirements for Associate Clinician II

• Minimum 12 months working as a Registered Associate with BBS required or equivalent experience or completion of 2080 work hours.
• Passing score on Law and Ethics exam and be within 500 hours of licensure test.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior Medi‑Cal experience.
• Significant experience working with immigrant communities; experience working with Black, Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC).
• Experience with substance use disorders.
• Experience working with electronic health records.
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs.

Conditions of Hire

• Fully vaccinated against COVID‑19 unless granted a medical or religious exemption.
• Pre‑employment health exam including proof of vaccinations and TB test clearance.
• Criminal record clearance or exemption from California Department of Social Services. All convictions other than minor traffic violations require an exemption, including convictions that have been expunged.

North Marin Community Services welcomes and encourages all qualified candidates to apply – especially as we recognize that people bring experience and skills beyond just the technical requirements of a job. We also know that self‑doubt can sometimes get in the way of stretching professionally, so if your experience is close to what you see here, please consider applying. We value our differences and respect everyone – regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetics, AIDS/HIV, medical condition, political affiliation, disability, age, status as a victim of domestic violence/assault/stalking, or military/veteran status. If you have a disability and need assistance and/or accommodation with applying for a job, please contact [e-mail] or 415‑892‑1643 ext. 255.