Employment
Looking for a career in the social services or mental health sector? Find your passion and come join the SPIRITT Family! Here at SPIRITT Family Services, we are interested in meeting people that have the knowledge, skills, education, and desire to work with children and families. SPIRITT’s associates belong to a network of trained, experienced, caring and committed individuals working in the areas of substance abuse, mental health, violence, trauma and child abuse prevention. For information about employment opportunities at SPIRITT Family Services, please send your resume and cover letter to careers@spiritt.org.
To apply for any of the job openings listed below, please email your resume to careers@spiritt.org and indicate the position for which you are interested. Qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Disclaimers: If the position you are interested in is not listed, this means that we are no longer accepting an application for this position. Many times our posted notices are re-posted to other sites and the information on those sites may not be up to date. Due to the high volume of responses we receive, we are regrettably unable to provide status updates and verification that your application was received.
SPIRITT Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Temporary Community Mental Health Case Worker
Program: Behavioral Health Services
Location: South El Monte
Status: Temporary, Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Language: Bilingual Preferred
Pay Range: $23 - $28
Job Description
SUMMARY
The Mental Health Case Worker provides trauma-informed, family-centered intensive case management, community engagement, psychoeducation, care coordination, advocacy, and supportive services to children, youth, and families facing behavioral health, social, and economic challenges. Working closely with multidisciplinary mental health and substance use disorder (SUD) treatment teams, this position helps families access services, overcome barriers, build resilience, and achieve improved health and well-being outcomes.
Responsibilities:
- Provide intensive case management and care coordination services.
- Conduct assessments and develop individualized service plans.
- Deliver psychoeducation and supportive interventions to youth and families.
- Connect participants to behavioral health, healthcare, housing, educational, employment, and community resources.
- Conduct community outreach and engagement activities targeting underserved populations.
- Advocate for participants and families with schools, healthcare providers, child welfare agencies, and community partners.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and treatment planning.
- Support crisis intervention efforts and appropriate referrals.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential documentation, including assessments, service plans, progress notes, referrals, and outcomes.
- Monitor participant progress and contribute to program performance and contract outcomes.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, Counseling, Sociology, or a related field.
- Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care and strengths-based practices.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Valid California Driver's License, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance.
- Ability to pass required background clearance and TB screening.
Preferred
- Experience in behavioral health, case management, child welfare, youth development, or community-based services.
- Knowledge of community resources and public service systems.
- Bilingual English/Spanish
We value the well-being of our employees and are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- 15 Paid Holidays annually (With extra Personal and Wellness Holiday)
- 14 Vacation Days, with increases based on years of service
- 1 hour for every 30 hours worked sick time (with 120 hours max)
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan available on day one, with employer matching
- 100% Employer-Paid Medical Benefits for staff
- Employee wellness programs, including mental health support and work-life balance initiatives
SPIRITT is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
DMH Clinician
Program: DMH-contracted programs (CYWS/CY-FSP)
Location: Whittier
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Language: Bilingual Preferred
Pay Range: $68,000-$78,000
Job Description
SUMMARY
The Clinician conducts assessments and develops client and family driven service/treatment plans and coordinates mental health services with other providers. Treatment is provided through individual, group and family therapy both on site and in the community (including schools, homes and other facilities where available and assigned). In addition, the Clinician is responsible for providing referrals for medical evaluations/psychiatric treatment and/or additional treatment needs. The Clinician is responsible for researching and providing resource/linkage and referral follow-up to clients and collaborating with clinicians and/or other advocates, interagency and externally, to better assist clients with maximum support.
Responsibilities:
- Assess clients; develop client- and family-driven treatment plans; provide integrated mental health, substance abuse, and child abuse prevention/treatment services; and coordinate internal and external care.
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy on site and in community settings, including schools and homes.
- Support team members and families in Client and Family Team (CFT) meetings; identify trauma-related needs and individualized interventions with clients.
- Create a safe, respectful environment honoring family voice and choice; help CFT participants understand the needs underlying children’s behaviors and symptoms.
- Submit clinical event reports to DMH within 24 hours. Notify the Program Manager of special incidents within one hour and submit Special Incident reports within 24 hours.
- Communicate about caseloads with social workers, probation, and DMH liaisons; participate in monthly DMH case reviews.
- Provide 24-hour, after-hours crisis support and case consultation to staff and program participants.
- Maintain accurate client records and required quality assurance checklists; complete scheduled peer and quarterly documentation audits, including monthly chart reviews for contract compliance.
- Work with the Program Manager to address overdue tasks and service-hour expectations; maintain required caseload productivity and service quality.
- Provide clinically indicated or relief coverage across Child/Youth FSP, DMC, and Outpatient programs, including SPA 3 and SPA 7; arrange caseload coverage during absences.
- Research resources, provide linkages and referrals, and follow up on medical, psychiatric, additional treatment, and case management needs.
- Collaborate with clinicians, advocates, families, support systems, and internal and external partners to meet client needs.
- Serve as the Single Fixed Point of Responsibility for assigned cases; complete DMH assessments and Client Care Coordination Plans, and guide family Plans of Care and Safety Plans.
- Respond promptly and courteously to clients and families; consult the Program Manager and Clinical Supervisor on case-related legal questions, including treatment consent.
- Consult monthly with the psychiatrist on shared cases and document consultations in the electronic health record.
- Link clients to a lower level of care one month before graduation from mental health services; assist with transportation when requested and approved by the Program Manager.
- Maintain accurate timekeeping, weekly case notes, reports, letters, and client files; record and submit hours daily and help prepare contract reports.
- Attend assigned trainings and individual and group clinical supervision to coordinate client and family treatment goals.
- Help plan and facilitate structured family programs and educational activities.
- Stay informed about mental health laws, treatment modalities, HIPAA, confidentiality, and child and adult abuse regulations.
- Attend staff and interdepartmental meetings to review caseloads and regulatory compliance; professionally represent the agency at assigned County, community, and interagency events.
- Help develop and achieve team, program, and agency goals, including annual goals informed by surveys; support agency-wide and initiative wide outcome and impact evaluations.
- Follow agency policies, procedures, and funding and contract requirements.
Requirements
Credentials
- Registered with the California Board of Behavioral Science working toward licensure as professional counselor (LCSW, LMFT, or Licensed Clinical Psychologist)
- Maintain good standing with the licensing board and provide copy of current registration
- Evidence of supervision by a licensed clinician if unlicensed and applicable
- Provide copies of academic transcripts and degree (s) received
Clinical Skills
- Strong organization, planning, and prioritization skills; ability to meet documentation deadlines required by funding contracts.
- Possess good judgment and able to work independently and as a team
- Possess excellent oral and written communications skills to communicate and document work activities
- Possess adequate coursework and knowledge of legal and ethical issues regarding child & family counseling and other emotional, social and behavioral health concerns
- Possess training and adhere to child and adult dependent abuse reporting procedures
- Knowledge and ability to provide integrated services for children, adults and families
- Knowledge and ability to provide services in the alcohol and/or drug related field and to various ethnic/cultural groups in the community
- Knowledge and ability to provide specific services as required by Contract (s) (see attached)
- Knowledge and/or familiarity with DMH/Medical billing process
- Computer proficiency, including word processing, Microsoft Office Suite, and Electronic Health Record Systems.
- Experience working in crisis setting with individuals and families.
- Able to manage change and work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent interpersonal skills including self-awareness, conflict resolution, open to feedback and supervision, and able to take personal responsibility for job performance
- Able to promote a positive work environment and maintain professional boundaries
Employment Requirements
- Provide copies of valid drivers’ license and proof of current auto insurance
- A fingerprint check for criminal history background and must obtain clearance from a law enforcement agency.
- Evidence of entitlement to work in the United States in accordance with provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act
- Ability to read, write, speak and understand English. Additional language abilities preferred.
- Tuberculosis Screening Test one year prior to commencement of employment and every three years thereafter.
We value the well-being of our employees and are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- 15 Paid Holidays annually (With extra Personal and Wellness Holiday)
- 14 Vacation Days, with increases based on years of service
- 1 hour for every 30 hours worked sick time (with 120 hours max)
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan available on day one, with employer matching
- 100% Employer-Paid Medical Benefits for staff
- Employee wellness programs, including mental health support and work-life balance initiatives
SPIRITT is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Child & Family Specialist - Child/Youth FSP
Program: Child/Youth FSP
Location: South El Monte
Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Language: Bilingual Preferred
Pay Range: $24 - $27
Job Description
SUMMARY
The Child & Family Specialist works specifically with the children and family in their home, school environment and respective community. They are responsible for working with adults and children in home and out-of-home placements and their families to provide a variety of services ranging from behavior management, transportation, respite care, school aid, crisis intervention, self-help skill building, vocational training and other services as needed to help them achieve permanency. Exemplify agency core values (Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Collaboration, and Excellence) and adhere to agency mission and vision.
Responsibilities:
- Work closely with program staff, to support the family and address their needs towards achieving individual/family goals
- Provides services to clients and their families in multiple environments, including but not limited to schools, homes, group homes, and in the community
- Collaborates with care coordinators assigned to each case to determine appropriate plan of care for each client/family
- Provides mental health services, including rehabilitation and collateral and other services, including behavior management, transportation, respite care, school aid, crisis intervention, self-help skill building, vocational training to clients and their families as deemed necessary and appropriate through the assessment process and in collaboration with the Client.
- Carries a caseload and provides case management services to clients and their families including resource linkage and referral and system of care navigation
- Ability to appropriately document services provided to clients and billing of services
- Attend community meetings/conferences and interagency meetings to represent agency/program in a professional manner as assigned by Program Manager
- Participate as a member to provide direct services to the child and family as identified/documented on the client care plan
- Participates in working towards supporting the client in meeting their needs and achieving their goals.
- Work closely and collaboratively with service team/providers and community partners
- Communicates and coordinates regularly with others involved with the family to best advocate for the client
- Be available to staff/clients during work and/or after hours for crisis/case consultation (when assigned by Program Manager)
- Adheres to HIPAA requirements and regulations for all program participant
- Attends all CARF and agency trainings
- Adhere to Agency Policies and Procedures
Requirements
- Bachelor Arts in Human Services, Social Work or Psychology and at least one-year experience working with high risks youth or a high school diploma (or GED) plus three years’ experience working with high-risk youth
- Knowledge, understanding and skills in working with socially and emotionally disturbed adolescents in a residential or outpatient setting including but not limited to probation youth, mental health and social services programs
- Ability to organize, plan and prioritize tasks
- Possess good judgement and able to work independently and as a team
- Possess good oral and written communications skills to communicate and document work activities
- Possess ability to relate to children and caregivers and help support families in working with schools, county agencies and other health care and social service providers
- Possess training and adhere to child and adult dependent abuse reporting procedures
- Knowledge of community resources, especially related to mental health, education, medical and other social service sectors
- Knowledge and ability to provide specific services as required by Contract
- Operate a personal computer and routine word processing skills
- Provide a copy of academic transcripts and degree (s) received
- A fingerprint check for criminal history background and must obtain clearance from a law enforcement agency.
- Provide copies of valid driver’s license and proof of current auto insurance
- Evidence of entitlement to work in the United States in accordance with provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
- Effective oral and written communications skills and ability to read, write, speak, and understand English. Additional language abilities are preferred.
- Tuberculosis Screening Test one year prior to commencement of employment and every three years thereafter
Skill Requirements:
- Possess adequate coursework and knowledge of legal and ethical issues regarding provision of FSP services and other emotional, social and behavioral health concerns
- Ability to provide integrated services for children, adults and families
- Ability to provide services to various ethnic/cultural groups in the community
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Experience working in crisis setting with individuals and families.
- Organized and able to meet documentation deadlines as required by funding contracts
- Able to manage change and work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent interpersonal skills including self-awareness, conflict resolution, open to feedback and supervision, and able to take personal responsibility for job performance
- Able to promote a positive work environment and maintain professional boundaries
- Computer literate and familiar with Microsoft Office Suite and Electronic Health Record Systems
We value the well-being of our employees and are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- 15 Paid Holidays annually (With extra Personal and Wellness Holiday)
- 14 Vacation Days, with increases based on years of service
- 1 hour for every 30 hours worked sick time (with 120 hours max)
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan available on day one, with employer matching
- 100% Employer-Paid Medical Benefits for staff
- Employee wellness programs, including mental health support and work-life balance initiatives
SPIRITT is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Certified Substance Abuse Counselor
Program: Outpatient Substance Use Treatment
Location: Whittier
Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Language: Bilingual Preferred
Pay Range: $23 - $29
Job Description
SUMMARY
SPIRITT Family Services is seeking a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor to provide compassionate, trauma-informed outpatient Substance Use Disorder treatment services through the Los Angeles County Drug Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System. This role supports individuals and families at designated SPIRITT Family Centers while upholding our mission to promote wellness, healing, resilience, and thriving communities.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct ASAM and related assessments and provide care coordination under the DMC program.
- Provide individual and group counseling sessions within scope of practice.
- Maintain an assigned caseload and facilitate weekly group treatment services across cohorts.
- Complete assessments, treatment plans, SOAP progress notes, CAL-OMS entries, and other required documentation within established timelines.
- Participate in weekly clinical supervision with an LPHA and consult regularly on client care.
- Submit billable units accurately and on time.
- Support drug testing procedures, including observed urine sample collection and laboratory submission processes.
- Provide education and referrals related to medication-assisted treatment.
- Maintain working knowledge of Los Angeles County treatment provider requirements, SAGE, and PCNX electronic health records.
- Build positive relationships with external agencies, community groups, and internal SPIRITT programs.
- Maintain accurate calendars, schedules, timekeeping records, reports, letters, and client files.
- Travel regularly between agency sites as needed.
Requirements
- Registered or Certified Substance Use Disorder Counselor in accordance with Department of Health Care Services and Substance Abuse Prevention and Control guidelines.
- Knowledge of legal and ethical issues related to substance use and mental health treatment.
- Ability to use evidence-based practices such as Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including accurate and timely documentation.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and electronic health record systems.
- Current valid driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, and ability to travel between sites.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
- Availability to work a variety of day, evening, and weekend hours.
We value the well-being of our employees and are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- 15 Paid Holidays annually (With extra Personal and Wellness Holiday)
- 14 Vacation Days, with increases based on years of service
- 1 hour for every 30 hours worked sick time (with 120 hours max)
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan available on day one, with employer matching
- 100% Employer-Paid Medical Benefits for staff
- Employee wellness programs, including mental health support and work-life balance initiatives
Join a team that prioritizes your growth, health, and passion for community service.
SPIRITT is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.