Mental Health Therapist Bilingual

Stars Behavioral Health Group; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to improving mental healthcare. As a Mental Health Therapist, you will play a vital role in providing essential services to adolescents and their families, making a real difference in their lives. With a competitive salary and a supportive work environment that encourages professional growth, this is an opportunity to thrive in your career while contributing to meaningful change. Enjoy generous time off, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that celebrates your hard work and dedication. If you are passionate about mental health and ready to make a positive impact, we invite you to apply.

Benefits

Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

Ample vacation and holiday pay

On-the-job training

Paid CEU opportunities

Career development programs

Qualifications

• Two years of mental health experience with high-risk families/children.
• Registered as MFT Intern or ASW in California.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health and case management services to adolescents and families.
• Conduct assessments, evaluations, and individual therapy.

Skills

Mental Health Counseling

Crisis Intervention

Assessment and Evaluation

Family Therapy

Case Management

Education

Master's Degree in Mental Health or Human Services

Job description

Partner with us in making a positive change!

Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.

Job Title: Mental Health Therapist Bilingual

Division/Program: Star View Teammates - Early Psychosis Intervention

Starting Compensation: $73,316.25 - $78,718.50 USD Per Year

Working Location: Lancaster, CA

Working Hours/Shift: Mon - Fri: 8 AM - 5 PM (flexible scheduling)

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  • Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
• Professional Growth Opportunities:
  • On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
  • Career development programs designed to help you grow.
  • Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).

Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication

What you bring to SBHG (qualifications):

• Master's degree in a Mental Health, Human Services, or closely related field.
• Two (2) years’ experience in mental health field, with direct service experience with severely emotionally disturbed families/children; experience with high-risk families/children, including those with dual diagnosis in residential or outpatient settings.
• MHS II: Registered with CA BBS as an MFT Intern or ASW.
• MHS III: Licensed in California as LMFT or LCSW.
• Valid California Driver's License.

How you will make a difference (job overview):

This position has primary responsibility for providing mental health and case management services to adolescents and their families. The Mental Health Specialist (MHS) offers assessment, evaluation, individual and family therapy, collateral work, crisis intervention, skill-building, and treatment planning. Acts as liaison with external agencies and collaborates with team members. Attends Child & Family Team (CFT) meetings and actively participates in the process. May require additional training and certifications as needed.

Division/Program Overview:

• Community-Based and Family Centered programs.
• Offers Wraparound, Intensive Field Capable Clinical Services (IFCCS), and Outreach Triage services across the county.
• Provides 24-hour referral receipt and crisis intervention.
• Serves SED children and adolescents in a client and family-driven program.
• Contracts with DMH, Child Protected Services, and Probation.

Learn more about SBHG at: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/

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