Bilingual Mental Health Counselor

Sevita; Lowell (MA); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with (

paid time off

Sign-on bonus: $6,000

Job summary

Sevita’s Mentor South Bay program seeks a licensed or license-eligible Mental Health Counselor to provide trauma-informed therapy to youth and families in home and community settings across Massachusetts and Connecticut.

The role offers a flexible mix of in-office, telehealth, and community-based services, with a starting salary around $60,000 and a $6,000 sign-on bonus. A strong, mission-driven team supports professional growth.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling, Counseling Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Social Work (LCSW), or related field.
• Completion of a full-time clinical internship in a mental health setting.
• Licensed or license-eligible in MA.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Strong communication, organizational, and clinical skills with a compassionate, client-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy for individuals, couples, and families of all ages — from young children and adolescents to adults and geriatrics.
• Manage a diverse caseload (25 billable hours weekly) that may include trauma, co-occurring disorders, addictions, anxiety, depression, and more.
• Deliver services in-office, via telehealth, and in community settings such as schools, shelters, residential programs, and individual’s homes.
• Expand access for underserved populations by reducing barriers, preventing missed appointments, and building trust in natural environments.

Skills

Bilingual: Spanish

Licensed or license-eligible in MA

Full-time clinical internship

Strong communication skills

Client-centered approach

Education

Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling or related field (e.g., Counseling Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Social Work LCSW)

Job description

Mentor South Bay

provides Early Intervention, Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), Behavioral Health and Mental Health Outpatient services across Massachusetts and Connecticut. For over 35 years, we’ve provided a collaborative, team-based approach dedicated to helping children, adults, and families reach their fullest potential. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families, join our mission-driven team and experience a career well lived.

Mental Health Counselor

Bilingual: Spanish

Salary: Starting at $60,000 annually, with higher pay available based on relevant experience and demonstrated Spanish language proficiency. Spanish fluency is required for this position.

Sign On Bonus: $6,000

Are you a licensed or license-eligible Mental Health Counselor who wants your work to truly matter? Join a mission-driven team providing trauma-informed mental health services to youth in foster care and the families who support them.

In this role, you’ll deliver home- and community-based counseling services focused on emotional healing, placement stability, and long-term family success.

What You’ll Do

• Provide therapy for individuals, couples, and families of all ages — from young children and adolescents to adults and geriatrics.
• Manage a diverse caseload (25 billable hours weekly) that may include trauma, co-occurring disorders, addictions, anxiety, depression, and more.
• Deliver services in-office, via telehealth, and in community settings such as schools, shelters, residential programs, and individual’s homes.
• Expand access for underserved populations by reducing barriers, preventing missed appointments, and building trust in natural environments.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling, Counseling Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Social Work (LCSW), or related field.
• Completion of a full-time clinical internship in a mental health setting.
• Licensed or license-eligible in MA.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Strong communication, organizational, and clinical skills with a compassionate, client-centered approach.

Why Join Us?

• Full compensation and benefits package for employees working 32+ hours/week, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off.
• Ongoing professional development, including monthly CEU trainings, supervision hours toward licensure, and $200 annually for additional training.
• Supportive team culture with strong clinical supervision and nationwide career advancement opportunities.
• Rewarding, meaningful work impacting the lives of children, adolescents, and families.
• Hybrid schedule with flexibility to balance office, telehealth, and community-based services.

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law