Bilingual Therapist in Santa Barbara ($10,000 hiring bonus) - Great Beginnings Team

CALM•Ventura, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

CALM’s Santa Barbara-based Bilingual Therapist provides psychotherapy, rehabilitation, and care coordination in English and Spanish for children up to age 21 and their families. Services are delivered in person, on-site or in the field as needed, to help clients and families meet mental health goals. Treatment focuses on reducing symptoms, addressing functional impairments and mental health concerns—including post-traumatic stress, parent-child relationship problems, and other social-emotional challenges—and restoring healthy functioning. The role supports CALM’s implementation and expansion of Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), an intervention for children aged 0–5 who have experienced trauma or are experiencing mental health, attachment, or behavioral problems. The position participates in training, consultation, and implementation of evidence-based practices. Client home visits and transportation may be necessary under certain contractual agreements. The role is full-time and in person in Santa Barbara. Evening appointments may be needed. The hourly salary range is $34–$52, with a $10,000 sign-on bonus paid at 90 days, six months, and one year of active service. A $1–$3 per hour bilingual stipend is available to employees who use a second language.

Requirements

Master’s or doctoral degree.
Must be registered or licensed with the Board of Behavioral Sciences as an AMFT, ASW, APCC, LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC, or eligible for registration with the California Board of Psychology as a Psychological Associate or Registered Psychologist.
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
Strong commitment to CALM’s mission, vision, strategic plan, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Respect for confidentiality and ability to work with discretion and integrity.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and web-based systems; proficiency with Zoom; and ability to adapt to various software.
Problem-solving and decision-making skills, with sound judgment.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate positively.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Flexibility to accommodate evening appointments as needed.
Reliable transportation. A driver’s license, clean DMV record, personal transportation, and proof of insurance are required when client home visitation and transportation are necessary.
Criminal record clearance from the DOJ.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of clinical experience working with children and families is preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate empathy, genuineness, authenticity, and unconditional positive regard in therapeutic relationships.
Complete clinical assessments and diagnoses to identify clients’ strengths and needs.
Develop case conceptualizations informed by biological, psychological, social, and cultural factors, as well as protective factors.
Collaboratively develop treatment plans with measurable and observable goals.
Provide psychoeducation and parenting support to strengthen protective factors and mitigate the effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences.
Provide developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive therapeutic interventions.
Implement evidence-based modalities with fidelity.
Administer periodic assessments to monitor, guide, and communicate treatment progress.
Participate in training and work toward certification in appropriate modalities.
Provide consistent client care and address engagement issues to ensure continuity of services.
Maintain current knowledge of topics relevant to the role, including child development, trauma-informed care, secondary traumatic stress, and Adverse Childhood Experiences.
Meet clinical productivity standards.
Participate in evaluation and continuous quality improvement efforts, incorporating feedback and outcome data into services.
Participate in regular administrative and clinical supervision, and agency-wide and program meetings.
Complete documentation promptly and in accordance with agency policy.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and, when applicable, liaise among families, health care providers, and community-based organizations.
Maintain active clinical licensure or registration with the California licensing board (BBS or BOP).
Conduct client home visits and provide transportation when required by contractual agreements.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Culture and wellness events.
Schedule flexibility.
100% employer-sponsored life insurance ($50,000 flat).
100% employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees.
60% employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance for dependents.
403(b) retirement plan with a 4% employer match, increasing to 6% after seven years.
Student loan repayment opportunities of up to $50,000 per year.
AD&D, long-term disability, and voluntary benefits.
Medical and dependent care FSA.
Employee Assistance Plan with access to mental health, legal, and financial resources.
Monthly data stipend of $35.
10 days of PTO during the first year, increasing each year, and 80 hours of sick leave.
13 paid holidays and paid holiday closure from December 24 to January 1.
Clinical supervision for doctoral students, ASW, AMFT, and APCC staff.
Access to Therapist Aide.
Weekly sponsored clinical supervision and support.
Use of CALM space at no charge for staff who have a private practice.
Clinical training and advancement opportunities, including certifications in evidence-based modalities.
$1–$3 per hour bilingual stipend for employees who use a second language.
$10,000 sign-on bonus paid at 90 days, six months, and one year of active service.