Clinical Social Work Jobs in California
Clinical Social Work jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in healthcare systems, county behavioral health departments, school districts, and community mental health centers, with openings at every level from associate-level and unlicensed clinicians through licensed clinical supervisors. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego anchor the bulk of hiring, where employers like Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and the County of Los Angeles Department of Mental Health maintain large, ongoing clinical social work workforces. The most in-demand specialties are child and family services, substance use disorder treatment, and integrated behavioral health within primary care settings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We are actively looking to hire talented therapists in the San Diego area, who are passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence.
Is this you?
- Wanting to deliver high quality behavioral healthcare.
- Seeking work life balance.
- Interested in growing professionally.
What we offer Therapists:
- Sign on bonus
- Competitive Compensation: $107,000 - $122,000, compensation model based on productivity.
- Flexible work schedules.
- Generous ‘above market’ compensation with unlimited/uncapped earnings.
- Full benefits package: health, dental, vision, life, 401k (with match), paid parental leave, EAP and more.
- Collegial work environment.
- Newly designed and modern offices.
- Full administrative support.
- Latest in digital technology.
- Strong work/life balance.
Licensed Therapists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking Licensed Therapists that are:
- Fully licensed LMFT or LCSW.
- CA state license.
- Experienced in working with adult, and/or child and adolescent populations.
Please reach out directly to arrange a time to speak by phone and include your CV, thank you.
Michael Pitts
Director, Practice Development
Michael.Pitts@lifestance.com
(W) 619-810-9495
(C) 623-308-4226
We are actively looking to hire talented therapists in the San Diego area, who are passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence.
Is this you?
- Wanting to deliver high quality behavioral healthcare.
- Seeking work life balance.
- Interested in growing professionally.
What we offer Therapists:
- Sign on bonus
- Competitive Compensation: $107,000 - $122,000, compensation model based on productivity.
- Flexible work schedules.
- Generous ‘above market’ compensation with unlimited/uncapped earnings.
- Full benefits package: health, dental, vision, life, 401k (with match), paid parental leave, EAP and more.
- Collegial work environment.
- Newly designed and modern offices.
- Full administrative support.
- Latest in digital technology.
- Strong work/life balance.
Licensed Therapists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking Licensed Therapists that are:
- Fully licensed LMFT or LCSW.
- CA state license.
- Experienced in working with adult, and/or child and adolescent populations.
Please reach out directly to arrange a time to speak by phone and include your CV, thank you.
Michael Pitts
Director, Practice Development
Michael.Pitts@lifestance.com
(W) 619-810-9495
(C) 623-308-4226
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Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Clinical Social Work Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Stanford Medicine Children's Health11
- University of California - San Francisco10
- Clinica Sierra Vista8
- Loma Linda University Health8
- LifeStance Health6
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services59
- Education25
- Non-Profit & Social Services10
- Science & Research2
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals1
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical social work jobs across California.
- Active California Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credential issued by the BBS
- Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited program required
- Experience providing individual, group, or family therapy in a clinical setting
- Proficiency with electronic health records such as Epic, Cerner, or similar platforms
- Knowledge of Medi-Cal documentation standards and California Welfare and Institutions Code
- Bilingual Spanish-English fluency preferred for roles serving California's diverse communities
Clinical Social Work Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical social work in California?
To work as a licensed clinical social worker in California, you must earn a Master of Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program, complete the required supervised clinical hours as an Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW) registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, and pass both the ASWB Clinical Exam and the California Law and Ethics Exam. The BBS oversees registration and licensure throughout the entire process.
Which companies hire clinical social works in California?
Employers hiring clinical social works in California right now include Stanford Medicine Children's Health, University of California - San Francisco, and Clinica Sierra Vista, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's large integrated health systems and county behavioral health departments tend to post the most consistent clinical social work openings year-round.
Which California cities have the most clinical social work jobs?
San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Palo Alto have the most clinical social work openings in California. Los Angeles leads because of the sheer size of its county health system and nonprofit behavioral health sector, while San Francisco and San Diego draw volume from academic medical centers, VA facilities, and large federally qualified health centers serving dense urban populations.
Are there remote clinical social work jobs in California?
Yes, more than most clinical roles allow. About 11% of clinical social work openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting a sustained shift toward telehealth therapy following statewide parity expansions. Individual and group therapy sessions, care coordination, and utilization review positions are the most consistently offered in remote or hybrid formats.
How can I get hired as a clinical social work in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is registering as an Associate Clinical Social Worker with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences immediately after graduating, then targeting county behavioral health departments, federally qualified health centers, and nonprofit community mental health agencies, which routinely hire ACSWs and provide the BBS-required supervised hours. County of Los Angeles, Alameda County Behavioral Health, and large FQHCs like LifeLong Medical Care run structured associate programs. Fluency in a second language and any field placement in substance use or child welfare settings strengthens an early application considerably.
Where can I find and apply to clinical social work jobs in California?
You can find and apply to clinical social work jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to California employers. Search the listings for roles that match your license level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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