Clinical Therapist at Sanctuary Centers of Santa Barbara, Inc – Santa Barbara, California

Join a Mission-Driven Team Focused on Whole-Person Care

Sanctuary Centers of Santa Barbara is a nonprofit organization with nearly 50 years of experience serving the most vulnerable members of our community. Through our Integrated Health Clinic and Enhanced Care Management (ECM) program, we offer person-centered medical and social care coordination for Medi-Cal members with complex needs.

General Purpose

The Clinical Therapist, Integrated Health (IHC) & Co-Occurring Disorders (COD) provides psychotherapy services across two settings: (1) an integrated primary care clinic delivering brief outpatient psychotherapy to individuals of all ages, and (2) a co-occurring disorders program providing mental health and substance use treatment, including group and individual services, to higher-acuity populations. This role supports whole-person care through coordinated, multidisciplinary service delivery.

Accountability

Reports to the Chief Health Systems Officer and/or designated Program Director.

Who We're Looking For

• Passionate about improving health outcomes for high-risk, underserved populations.
• Skilled in navigating complex systems and coordinating care across the medical, behavioral, and social sectors.
• Experienced in medical case management and trauma-informed engagement.
• Organized, proactive, and collaborative—with excellent written and verbal communication.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off: 3 weeks vacation starting, paid birthday + 8 holidays
• Free Basic Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Career growth within a collaborative, mission-driven team

Salary Description

Position will be Fulltime and pay hourly. Starting pay rate will range between $38-43/hour.

Key Responsibilities

IHC Responsibilities:

- Provide brief, evidence-based psychotherapy for mild to moderate conditions
- Conduct screenings and assessments
- Collaborate with medical and behavioral health providers
- Participate in case conferences
- Document services in compliance with payer and regulatory standards

COD Responsibilities:
- Provide individual and group therapy for co-occurring disorders
- Develop and implement treatment plans
- Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation
- Maintain documentation and client records
- Participate in program meetings

Cross-Setting:
- Maintain professional, ethical standards
- Provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed care
- Coordinate care across disciplines

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in related field
• Licensed or registered with BBS
• Experience in mental health and substance use treatment preferred
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Valid California Driver’s License and vehicle insurance.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.