Bilingual Mental Health Therapist (Spanish-Speaking)

Fred Finch Youth & Family Services; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bilingual stipend (Spanish)

PTO 21 days

9 holidays

401(k) matching

Degree Assistance Program

Affordable health premiums

Job summary

Fred Finch Youth & Family Services is seeking a Bilingual Mental Health Therapist to deliver evidence-based clinical interventions in home-based settings for youth and their families. The role supports CASA clients through comprehensive treatment planning, individual and family therapy, and crisis intervention, under supervision.

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in a related field and be bilingual in Spanish, with eligibility for California licensure pathways.

Qualifications

• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish; candidates must pass a language evaluation test to qualify for the bilingual stipend.
• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in social work, psychology, counseling, marriage and family therapy, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral health clinical intervention and recovery services to assigned participants and their families; develops treatment plans and performs individual, group, and family therapy, routine and emergency assessment, crisis intervention, and related treatment services; manages an assigned caseload of children, youth and/or young adult participants; provides consultation to other staff, programs, and agencies.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

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

Job description

Brief Description

Fred Finch Youth & Family Services is a great place to work. Year after year, our employees make the difference in helping those with mental health issues. Our team is currently looking for a

Brief Description

Fred Finch Youth & Family Services is a great place to work. Year after year, our employees make the difference in helping those with mental health issues. Our team is currently looking for a Bilingual Mental Health Therapist, whether you are just starting your career or a seasoned professional, you’ll be able to find the right position to help others.

About The Program

Alameda County In-Home Stabilization offers short-term, intensive home-based therapeutic services for youth, ages 3 to 20 and their families. By providing immediate treatment and ongoing support, including individual and family counseling, case management and 24-7 crisis call availability for up to six months, the program aims to prevent the need for placement of youth in group homes or higher-level facilities, preserving the family and home environment. The In-Home program uses innovative strategies to minimize safety risks while increasing the youth’s hope, resilience and problem-solving capabilities. In-Home clinicians also provide Intensive Care Coordination for youth and their families. This includes the coordination of treatment teams and facilitating child and family team meetings to ensure that the entire team is working towards the child and family's goals.

Our Culture and Mission

We envision Fred Finch as a healing-centered organization where our diverse staff at all levels feels at home. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive, grow, and explore opportunities. Together, we actively work on diversity within our organization and the communities we serve.

Fred Finch Youth & Family Services partners with individuals and communities to provide culturally responsive services that cultivate mental and physical resilience and wellness.

What You Will Do

Under administrative and clinical supervision (Mental Health Therapist I) or consultation and direction (Mental Health Therapist II), provides behavioral health clinical intervention and recovery services to assigned participants and their families; develops treatment plans and performs individual, group, and family therapy, routine and emergency assessment, crisis intervention, and related treatment services; manages an assigned caseload of children, youth and/or young adult participants; provides consultation to other staff, programs, and agencies related to treatment needs and plans; and performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

Bilingual proficiency in Spanish; candidates must pass a language evaluation test to qualify for the bilingual stipend.

Education And Experience

Mental Health Therapist I-II: Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in social work, psychology, counseling, marriage and family therapy, or a related field; and

• Mental Health Therapist I: One (1) year of internship experience providing mental health services in a behavioral health, clinic, residential, school-based, or community-based setting for children, youth, or young adults.
• Mental Health Therapist II: Two (2) years of post-master’s experience providing professional mental health services in a behavioral health, clinic, residential, school-based, or community-based setting for children, youth, or young adults

Licenses and Certifications

• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License, a satisfactory driving record, and a properly registered and insured vehicle, to be maintained throughout employment.
• Mental Health Therapist I: Possession of a valid registration as an Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW), Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC) issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS), to be maintained throughout employment. Some programs may consider candidates who are able to obtain registered status within the first six (6) months after hire
• Mental Health Therapist II: Possession of valid licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS), to be maintained throughout employment.

Compensation

This position may be filled at one of two levels. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

• Mental Health Therapist I: $70,304 – $89,434.15 per year
• Mental Health Therapist II: $77,112 – $98,416.62 per year

Benefits At a Glance

• 9% stipend for staff who are Bilingual in Spanish speaking, as long as these continue to be needs in the program. Candidates must pass an evaluation exam in order to qualify.
• 21 PTO days per year
• 9 nationally observed holidays
• 401(k) matching up to 6%
• Up to $10,000 in the Degree Assistance Program
• Affordable monthly health care premiums
• To learn more about our full benefits package, click here

If you’re a Spanish-speaking clinician who wants to help families heal at home, we’d love to hear from you! Join our team as: Mental Health Therapist

Fred Finch Youth & Family Services (FF) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FF does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.