Spanish

North County Lifeline•Oceanside, CA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Lifeline Community Services is seeking a compassionate, bilingual Mental Health Therapist to support youth and families involved in the Behavioral Health Court program throughout San Diego County. The role delivers mental health services, case management, crisis intervention, family support, and community-based care to youth facing significant challenges. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the therapist helps youth and families build resilience, improve well-being, and connect with resources that support long-term success. Clinical supervision is provided by licensed clinicians for eligible associates. Services are provided in a variety of settings, including offices, homes, schools, courts, and community locations throughout San Diego County. The position is based in Oceanside, California, with a hybrid arrangement requiring at least three days in the office. The schedule is Monday through Friday, including at least two evenings until 7:30 PM and one evening until 6:00 PM; nights and weekends may be needed. Pay is $30.00–$35.00 per hour. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required screening and clearance processes, including criminal background clearance and fingerprinting, drug screening, tuberculosis clearance, and verification of a valid California driver's license and acceptable driving record. The described screening process also includes employment verification, reference checks, a DMV driving-record check, a 10-panel non-DOT drug test, and DOJ, FBI, and Child Abuse Index checks.

Requirements

Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field.
Current registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) or licensed clinician status.
At least two years of experience working with youth and families.
Fluency in both English and Spanish.
Knowledge of trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and client-centered care practices.
Strong written communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently while exercising sound clinical judgment.
Valid California driver's license, reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record.
Successful completion of required employment screening and clearances.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with court-involved youth.
Experience in Family Functional Therapy (FFT) or similar evidence-based treatment models.
Familiarity with behavioral health, juvenile justice, or community-based service systems.

Responsibilities

Conduct mental health assessments, screenings, and eligibility evaluations.
Provide individual, family, and group counseling using trauma-informed and evidence-based practices.
Develop and implement individualized treatment and case plans.
Deliver crisis intervention, safety planning, and stabilization services.
Coordinate care and connect youth and families to behavioral health, substance use treatment, educational, employment, housing, and community resources.
Collaborate with families, schools, courts, probation, treatment providers, and community partners.
Facilitate youth groups focused on life skills, leadership development, anger management, employment readiness, and violence prevention.
Attend court hearings, case conferences, supervision sessions, trainings, and program meetings.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and comply with agency, HIPAA, and contract requirements.
Provide services in office, home, school, court, and community settings throughout San Diego County.