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

CALM•Solvang, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

CALM is a community-based mental health agency serving Santa Barbara County. The Bilingual Therapist provides psychotherapeutic treatment, rehabilitation, and care coordination in English and Spanish to children up to age 21 and their families. Services are provided in person, on-site or in the field as needed, to help clients meet mental health goals and improve functioning related to trauma, parent-child relationship concerns, and other social-emotional challenges. The therapist uses developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive, and evidence-based interventions; supports children and families through assessment, treatment planning, and ongoing evaluation; and collaborates with families, health care providers, and community organizations. The role includes participation in training, supervision, meetings, and quality improvement activities. Home visits and transportation may be required under certain contractual agreements. The position is based in Santa Barbara and offers a $10,000 sign-on bonus, paid at 90 days, six months, and one year of active service. The salary range is $34–$52 per hour, depending on experience, with a $1–$3 per hour bilingual stipend for employees who use a second language.

Requirements

Master’s or doctoral degree.
Must be registered or licensed with the California 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 English and Spanish proficiency required.
Strong commitment to CALM’s mission, vision, and strategic plan.
Strong commitment to 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 different 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 home visitation or transportation duties apply.
Criminal record clearance from the Department of Justice.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of clinical experience working with children and families 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, cultural, and protective factors.
Collaboratively develop treatment plans with measurable and observable goals.
Provide psychoeducation and parenting support to strengthen protective factors and mitigate the impact 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.
Promote consistent client care and address engagement issues to support continuity of services.
Maintain current knowledge of relevant topics, including child development, trauma-informed care, secondary traumatic stress, and Adverse Childhood Experiences.
Meet clinical productivity standards.
Participate in evaluation and continuous quality improvement by incorporating feedback and outcome data into service delivery.
Participate in regular administrative and clinical supervision and agency-wide or program meetings.
Complete documentation promptly and in accordance with agency policy.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and, when applicable, serve as a liaison among families, health care providers, and community-based organizations.
Maintain an active clinical license or registration with the applicable California licensing board.
Conduct client home visits and transportation when required by certain 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% 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 flexible spending accounts.
Employee Assistance Plan with access to mental health, legal, and financial resources.
Monthly data stipend of $35.
10 days of PTO in 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, ASWs, AMFTs, and APCCs.
Access to Therapist Aide.
Weekly sponsored clinical supervision and support.
Use of CALM space at no charge for staff who maintain 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.