Bilingual School-Based Therapist (Spanish/English)

Arlington County Government; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $2,500 (hire)

Sign-on bonus $2,500 (after probation)

Job summary

Arlington County Government seeks a Bilingual School Based Behavioral Health Therapist (English/Spanish) to join a school-based outpatient team. The role involves delivering trauma-informed behavioral health services for youth, with duties spanning therapy, case management, and care coordination in school and DHS settings.

Requires a Master's in a clinical field and Virginia licensure pathway; bilingual proficiency is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a clinical discipline with internships/practicum.
• Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency required.
• Licensure process through VA or applicable boards.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct behavioral health therapy, case management, and care coordination for youth.
• Deliver trauma-informed, culturally responsive mental health and substance use services in school and community settings.
• Offer parent education and wraparound coordination as part of a multi-system approach.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

School-based mental health experience

Education

Master's degree in Counseling/Psychology/Social Work

Job description

Arlington County Government seeks a Bilingual School Based Behavioral Health Therapist (English/Spanish) to join a school-based outpatient team. The role involves delivering trauma-informed behavioral health services for youth, with duties spanning therapy, case management, and care coordination in school and DHS settings.

Requires a Master's in a clinical field and Virginia licensure pathway; bilingual proficiency is mandatory.