Bilingual Mental Health Clinician

Valley Star Behavioral Health, Inc. 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. Sylmar, Los Angeles, CA Listed 2 weeks ago Job Title Mental Health Specialist II ( Fluent in Spanish) Division/Program Olive View Crisis Residential Treatment – Starting Compensation 70,304 – 73,819.20 USD Per Year Working Location Sylmar, CA Working Hours/Shift No details provided 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) Education & Compliance | Required for all levels: Education: Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related mental health field. Driver’s License: Valid California Driver’s License with a driving record that meets company eligibility policies. First Aid: Current First Aid certification from an approved agency (such as the American Red Cross) or the ability to obtain certification within 90 days of employment. Licensure Requirements Mental Health Specialist II (MHS II): Active registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) as an Associate (AMFT, ACSW, or APCC). Mental Health Specialist III (MHS III): Active licensure with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) as a Licensed clinician (LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC). How You Will Make a Difference (Job Overview) This position assesses clients at the start of treatment (reviews as needed), develops and maintains treatment plans, and conducts family collateral and discharge planning. The MHS II is a clinical treatment team member who is also responsible for providing direct care to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of the clients through direct and indirect physical and verbal interaction. MHS II will also be engaged in admission and diagnostic formulation, screening incoming referrals, and work with referring parties (i.e. Social Workers, Nurses, hospital liaisons and etc.) to ensure appropriate client care and treatment planning. Duties are performed under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, but some tasks are accomplished independently. Division/Program Overview 16-bed facilities Designed for adults with mental health challenges or a recent crisis who need intensive treatment. 24/7 programs as an alternative to urgent care or hospitalization. Individuals can live on-site in a homelike setting for a short term while they receive counseling and learn basic living and interpersonal skills. Able to receive physical and psychological evaluation, mental health, and case management services, in addition to assistance locating permanent housing. Learn more about SBHG at For Additional Information View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Prelicensed