--- title: Bilingual Mental Health Therapist at STARS description: STARS is hiring for the Bilingual Mental Health Therapist role in Sylmar, CA. Pays $70.3K–$73.8K per year. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/bilingual-mental-health-therapist-at-stars-01a13ce8-4b64-751b-9646-55971f55d178 date: 2026-10-15T00:16:39Z og_description: Join STARS as Bilingual Mental Health Therapist in Sylmar, CA. Pays $70.3K–$73.8K per year. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/p0fntm.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | STARS | | **Location** | Sylmar, CA | | **Salary** | $70.3K/yr - $73.8K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 14, 2026 | ## Description # **Partner with us in making a positive change!** Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare. **Job Title:** Bilingual Mental Health Therapist **Division/Program:** Sylmar: Olive View Crisis Residential Treatment (VS) **Starting Compensation:** 70,304 - 73,819 USD Per Yearly **Working Location:** Sylmar, CA **Working Hours/Shift:** Sun-Thurs 9:00am-5:30pm **Why Join Our Team?**  - **Competitive Compensation**: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience. - **Generous Time Off**: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay. **Comprehensive Benefits Package**: - Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage. - Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle. **Professional Growth Opportunities**: - On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities. - Career development programs designed to help you grow. - Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable). **Employee Recognition & Rewards**: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication **What You Bring to SBHG (Qualifications):**  **Education & Compliance | Required for all levels:**  - **Education:** Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related mental health field. - **Driver's License:** Valid California Driver's License with a driving record that meets company eligibility policies. - **First Aid:** Current First Aid certification from an approved agency (such as the American Red Cross) or the ability to obtain certification within 90 days of employment. **Licensure Requirements:**  - **Mental Health Specialist II (MHS II):** Active registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) as an Associate (AMFT, ACSW, or APCC). - **Mental Health Specialist III (MHS III):** Active licensure with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) as a Licensed clinician (LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC). **How you will make a difference** (Job Overview): This position assesses clients at the start of treatment (reviews as needed), develops and maintains treatment plans, and conducts family collateral and discharge planning. The MHS II is a clinical treatment team member who is also responsible for providing direct care to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of the clients through direct and indirect physical and verbal interaction. MHS II will also be engaged in admission and diagnostic formulation, screening incoming referrals, and work with referring parties (i.e. Social Workers, Nurses, hospital liaisons and etc.) to ensure appropriate client care and treatment planning. Duties are performed under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, but some tasks are accomplished independently. **Division & Program Overview:**  **Facility & Setting:**  - 16-bed residential facility offering a short-term, home-like environment. - 24/7 intensive treatment is designed as an alternative to hospitalization or urgent care. **Clinical Services:** Comprehensive physical/psychological evaluations, mental health counseling, and case management. **Skills & Transition:** Life-skills and interpersonal training, paired with dedicated assistance for locating permanent housing. **Learn more about SBHG at**: **For Additional Information:** Samlopez@starsinc.com ## Skills - First Aid Certification - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (Lpcc) - Licensed Marriage And Family Therapist - Driving - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - First Aid - American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification ## Benefits - Vision Insurance - Professional Development - Employee Programs - Dental Insurance - Health Insurance ## Related - [Social Services & Nonprofits jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/social-services-and-nonprofits?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Social Work & Counseling jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/social-services-and-nonprofits/social-work-and-counseling?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Mental Health Therapist jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/social-services-and-nonprofits/social-work-and-counseling/mental-health-therapist?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related pages - [California](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 275241 jobs - [Ambulance Services](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/healthcare/ambulance-services?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 2573 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)