Mental Health Therapist I/II/III (Behavioral Health Court) - Bilingual English/Spanish

Bilingual Required (English/Spanish)

Location: Oceanside, CA (County-wide services throughout San Diego County)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, including a minimum of two evenings until 7:30 PM and one evening until 6:00 PM; nights and weekends as needed
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (minimum of 3 days in office)
Pay Range: $30.00-$35.00 per hour

Join Our Team

Lifeline Community Services is seeking a compassionate, bilingual Mental Health Therapist to support youth and families involved in the Behavioral Health Court program. This position provides a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact by delivering 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 Mental Health Therapist will help youth and families build resilience, improve well-being, and connect to resources that support long-term success. Clinical supervision is provided by licensed clinicians for eligible associates.

What You'll Do

• 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 ensure compliance with agency, HIPAA, and contract requirements.


• Provide services in a variety of settings, including office, home, school, court, and community locations throughout San Diego County.

Qualifications

• 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.


• Minimum 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.

Preferred

• 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.

What We Offer

• Meaningful work supporting youth and families in the community.


• Clinical supervision for registered associates.


• Collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team environment.


• Professional development and training opportunities.


• Mileage reimbursement for approved work-related travel.

Additional Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of:

• Criminal background clearance and fingerprinting


• Drug screening


• Tuberculosis (TB) clearance


• Verification of a valid California driver's license and acceptable driving record

Lifeline Community Services

At Lifeline Community Services, we empower individuals and families to build self-reliant and fulfilling lives. We are committed to providing culturally responsive, trauma-informed services that strengthen communities and create opportunities for lasting change.

Apply today to make a difference in the lives of youth and families throughout San Diego County.