Bilingual School-Based Behavioral Health Clinician

Urban League of Rhode Island; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Service of Rhode Island (FSRI) is seeking a Behavioral Health Clinician to conduct triage, evaluations, and counseling in school-based and office settings. This role supports individuals and families with evidence-based practices, coordinating care and ensuring timely documentation.

The position requires a master’s degree in a human service field and RI licensure eligibility, with Spanish language skills highly valued and multilingual considerations compensated accordingly.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in a human service related field.
• Valid RI license or license eligibility as Social Worker, Therapist, or Mental Health Counselor.
• Ability to speak Spanish to best support clients and families.
• Bilingual/ASL skills may add compensation.
• Multilingual abilities may add compensation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct triage, evaluations, and treatment planning for behavioral health and recovery services.
• Provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy in school-based and office settings.
• Perform initial evaluations using standardized tools.
• Link individuals to services and coordinate care.
• Complete session notes within 48 hours and maintain required documentation.
• Participate in supervision and staff trainings; support trauma-informed care.
• Engage in crisis intervention and on-call emergency coverage as needed.

Skills

Empathy

Authenticity

Communication skills

Spanish language proficiency

Multilingual/ASL awareness

Education

Master’s degree in a human service related field

Licensed or eligible to be licensed in Rhode Island as a Social Worker, Therapist or Mental Health Counselor

Job description

Family Service of Rhode Island (FSRI) is seeking a Behavioral Health Clinician to conduct triage, evaluations, and counseling in school-based and office settings. This role supports individuals and families with evidence-based practices, coordinating care and ensuring timely documentation.

The position requires a master’s degree in a human service field and RI licensure eligibility, with Spanish language skills highly valued and multilingual considerations compensated accordingly.