The Bilingual Therapist I will provide crisis intervention, conduct intake assessments, and deliver individual, family, and group psychotherapy to adults with mental illness or substance use issues. Key duties include developing tailored intervention plans, ensuring culturally responsive care using bilingual skills, and maintaining accurate clinical documentation.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be fluent in Spanish and hold a degree as an MSW, MFT, PCC, or Psy.D, along with one to two years of relevant experience working with individuals with mental illness or substance use disorders. Applicants must also be registered with BBS or the Board of Psychology as an AMFT, ACSW, or APCC.
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Job description
Therapist I Bilingual - Spanish (Inglewood Adult Services, RRR Program)
This is a full-time, hybrid position that requires a mixture of field work, office work, and time spent working remotely. You have the option to elect into a 9/80 flex work schedule.
The pay range for this role is between $70,305-$72,305 annually.
$10,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates.
Ask us about loan repayment programs you may qualify for by working at Didi Hirsch.
About Didi Hirsch
Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services has been a national leader in whole-person mental health, crisis care, and substance use services since 1942 and is home to the nation’s first Suicide Prevention Center. We are a nonprofit organization providing care to about 270,000 people annually across our programs. Didi Hirsch has deep roots in community-based mental health and a commitment to providing culturally responsive services that are just and equitable. More than 1,000 dedicated employees and volunteers make Didi Hirsch’s work possible.
Summary
As a bilingual Therapist I, under the supervision of a Lead Clinical Supervisor, you will provide crisis intervention, conduct intake assessments, and deliver individual, family, and group psychotherapy to those with a history of mental illness and/or substance use issues. You will actively engage clients in therapeutic treatment, develop tailored intervention plans, and support their journey toward mental wellness. Using your bilingual skills, you will ensure effective communication and culturally responsive care for diverse populations. Your role will involve collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, maintaining accurate clinical documentation, and applying evidence-based practices to foster positive outcomes for clients and their families.
Primary Duties
Provides intake assessment, crisis intervention, short-term therapy, and life skills groups to adults experiencing mental health and/or co-occurring disorders with the goal of aiding in reduction of barriers towards obtaining and/or maintaining employment.
Independently performs intake assessments and formulates diagnoses and case conceptualization using a culturally competent approach.
Demonstrates collaborative approach within a multidisciplinary team and external systems; interfaces and collaborates with clinic psychiatrist regarding assessment and intake.
Demonstrates ability to utilize a whole person/integrated care approach in assessment, treatment planning and intervention.
Benefits
Loan Repayment Programs
Demonstrates competency in managing crises with minimal guidance.
Assesses treatment progress and adapts interventions as needed.
Uses collaborative documentation during therapy sessions in accordance with Agency standards.
Uses evidence based practice (EBP) to formulate an initial plan of treatment; assesses and monitors condition of client to evaluate treatment and adapts interventions as needed.
Assists with client evaluations, clinical diagnoses and case disposition.
Incorporates new technologies into treatment, including outcome measurements, to improve access, client engagement and effectiveness.
Initiates psychiatric holds for clients presenting a danger to themselves or others and/or are gravely disabled, and in need of hospitalization.
Provides some case management to include referral and linkages to internal and community support services, such as psychiatrists, primary medical care, housing, rehabilitation programs, drug/alcohol services and social activity groups.
Monitors and maintains documentation of client services; ensures compliance with Agency, county, state and federal policies and procedures, standards and guidelines.
Will carry a caseload of clients and meets Agency client service expectations as assigned.
May be asked to provide after hours on call coverage and/or Officer of the Day duties.
Attends and participates in Agency and program/team meetings, individual/group supervision, and related community Agency meetings as required/requested.
Position Requirements
Fluency in required language for assigned program (Spanish).
Holds a degree as an MSW, MFT, PCC, Psy.D, and one to two years experience working with those with a history of mental illness and/or substance use in a social service/mental health environment.
Must be registered with BBS or Board of Psychology as an AMFT, ACSW, APCC. (Unlicensed Psychologists must have a DMH Waiver.)
Current knowledge of all job specific skills including crisis intervention and individual/family therapy, multicultural and socio-economic issues, and documentation standards.
Depending on program/division, demonstrates working knowledge of Evidence Based Practices, Co-Occurring Disorders and/or the Recovery Model of treatment is required.
Knowledge of Agency policies and procedures, HIPAA, policies and documentation guidelines, and county, state and federal regulations relating to service programs for adults, children, and families with a history of mental illness and/or substance use.
Knowledgeable about and actively supports integrated mental health, physical health and substance use treatment for improving care for the whole person.
Advocacy skills to include a holistic approach to integrated health care and case management.
Skills to present ideas, information, and viewpoints clearly, both verbally and in writing.
Able to efficiently use the personal computer to include Microsoft Office Suite and Electronic Health Record.
Ability to utilize analysis, experience, and judgment to make effective business and therapeutic decisions.
Demonstrate commitment to team objectives and Didi Hirsch mission.
Adapt to changing needs by acquiring new skills and knowledge.
Ability to transport clients using personal or Agency vehicle and/or public transportation.
Current California driver’s license, car insurance, and a driving record acceptable to the Agency’s insurance carrier.
Our Vision
A future where everyone has equitable access to care and is empowered to achieve optimal mental health and well-being.
Our Mission
Didi Hirsch provides compassionate mental health, substance use, and suicide prevention services to individuals and families, especially in communities where discrimination and injustice limit access.
Core values
Excellence
We are constantly innovating, learning from the communities we serve, and applying the latest research to advance best practices. We uphold the highest ethical standards to ensure we are providing compassionate and excellent care.
Diversity & Inclusion
We value diversity of background, experience, and ideas. We celebrate differences and prioritize creating a sense of belonging.
Equity
We are dedicated to promoting health equity in our communities, and we work to dismantle disparities and discrimination within both systems of care and society.
Well Being
We are devoted to the well-being of our staff, volunteers, and communities, and believe healthy teams lead to healthy clients.
Advocacy
We advocate across all levels of government and use our voice to reduce barriers to care with the goal of access to high quality, integrated healthcare for all.
Community Engagement
We build partnerships in the community and across sectors to create a more inclusive and responsive mental health ecosystem and enhance greater accessibility to care and support.
