Mental Health Therapist I​/II​/III; Behavioral Health Court; Bilingual English​/Spanish

Bilingual Required (English/Spanish)

Compensation
: $30-$35

Work Hours
:
Mon-Fri (a minimum of 2 evenings until 7:30pm and 1 evening until 6pm and minimum of 3 days in the office) (nights and weekends as needed)

Work Location
:
San Diego (County-wide Program) - Home Office:
Oceanside

Under the supervision of the Youth Development Director and working in a team effort directed by the Youth Development Program Manager, will provide comprehensive case management, behavioral health and screening services, and facilitate referrals and engagement in designated programs to at-risk clients and their families with the overall goal of increasing self-sufficiency, fostering resilience, and building connections to community resources. Services include, but are not limited to, in-home and on-site support, parent training, crisis intervention, counseling, case management, and substance abuse treatment referrals and support.

The YD Team Specialist/BHC Therapist will participate in multi-disciplinary team assessments with multiple North County Lifeline programs and other professionals to develop case management goals, treatment plans and therapeutic interventions. The YD Team Specialist/BHC Therapist must exhibit cultural sensitivity and a trauma informed approach to services with program participants and staff. Weekly individual and group clinical supervision is provided by a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC).

Conduct mental health assessments, screenings, and eligibility determinations for youth and families.

Provide clinical case management services, including care coordination, service planning, advocacy, and linkage to community resources

Develop and implement individualized, strength-based treatment plans and case plans.

Provide individual, family, and group counseling utilizing evidence-based and trauma-informed practices.

Deliver crisis intervention, stabilization services, and safety planning to support youth and family well-being.

Maintain a caseload and provide services in office, home, school, court, and community settings.

Coordinate referrals and connect youth and families to behavioral health, substance use treatment, educational, employment, housing, and community resources.

Collaborate with families, schools, courts, treatment providers, and multidisciplinary teams to support client engagement and successful outcomes.

Establish, maintain, and strengthen collaborative working relationships with Probation as a key partner in supporting youth, families, and successful program outcomes

Facilitate youth groups and educational workshops focused on life skills, leadership development, anger management, job readiness, and violence prevention.

Conduct outreach and engagement activities to increase participation in services.

Attend court hearings, case conferences, supervision, trainings, and program meetings as required.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including assessments, treatment plans, case notes, progress reports, and outcome tracking in ETO or other required systems.

Ensure compliance with HIPAA, confidentiality standards, agency policies, and contract requirements.

Assist with program development, resource identification, and community partnerships.

Transport clients and family members as needed to support treatment and service goals.

Exercise sound clinical judgment, work independently, and perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications of MA level education in the areas of Psychology, Social Work, or related field; two years experience providing services to youth and families or equivalent; and current registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) of California. Bilingual required. Candidate must possess the ability to make sound clinical decisions independently. Must be able to apply clinical judgment, ethics and accountability to formulate and implement treatment plans and other clinical documentation.

Demonstrates the ability to handle stressful and crises tactfully and appropriately. Strictly adheres to the principles and practices of the counseling profession as elucidated by the Board of Behavioral Sciences. Demonstrates the ability to practice a wide variety of treatment modalities, and to exercise discretion and independent judgment in all areas of job performance including adherence to appropriate…