Mental Health Clinician Jobs in California
Mental Health Clinician jobs in California represent one of the most active markets in the country, with strong demand from community mental health centers, county behavioral health departments, health systems, and school-based programs at every level from entry-level associate clinician through senior clinical supervisor. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego drive the largest share of openings, anchored by employers such as Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and Telecare Corporation. The most in-demand specialties across California include trauma-informed care, substance use disorder treatment, and child and adolescent mental health. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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“They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean. Without them, I’d be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live...” - Client from Telecare
What You Will Do to Change Lives
Under supervision of a licensed clinician, the Social Work Clinician II provides clinical and casework services to members served and natural supports. This involves person centered recovery planning and collaborating with other services and agencies.
Shifts Available:
Full-Time | NOC | Shifts: 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM | Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Expected starting wage range is $71,760.00 - $80,487.11. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.
What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)
- Registered as an Associate of Social Work with Board of Behavioral Science; must be valid and in good standing with the board.
- A Master’s Degree in Social Work
- One (1) year of direct service experience with individuals with severe mental illness in an inpatient or outpatient setting is required
What’s In It for You*
- Paid Time Off: Eligible employees (20+ hours/week) earn PTO each pay period for vacation and personal needs, with pro-rated accrual for part-time schedules and annual carryover up to set caps.
- Nine Paid Holidays & Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for NOC Shift). Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend NOC Shift)
- Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching, and mentorship
- Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships
- Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- For more information visit: https://www.telecarecorp.com/benefits (https://www.telecarecorp.com/benefits)
Join Our Compassionate Team
Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.
As part of the Telecare family, the Telecare Western Riverside Mental Health Urgent Care will offer 24/7 voluntary treatment to adults ages 18 and above who are suffering a mental health crisis but wish to avoid a locked setting. The program will use a welcoming, home-like environment to help assess the nature of the crisis, soothe and comfort the individual, and connect them with resources to avoid future crisis. Services are recovery-oriented, and will utilize a multi-disciplinary team approach with a high level of peer-to-peer services.
EOE AA M/F/V/Disability
- May vary by location and position type
Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.
Master's in social work, MSW, ASW, Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW
If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.
Education
Required- Masters or better in Social Work
Licenses & Certifications
Required- Reg Board of Behav Sci
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
“They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean. Without them, I’d be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live...” - Client from Telecare
What You Will Do to Change Lives
Under supervision of a licensed clinician, the Social Work Clinician II provides clinical and casework services to members served and natural supports. This involves person centered recovery planning and collaborating with other services and agencies.
Shifts Available:
Full-Time | NOC | Shifts: 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM | Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Expected starting wage range is $71,760.00 - $80,487.11. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.
What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)
- Registered as an Associate of Social Work with Board of Behavioral Science; must be valid and in good standing with the board.
- A Master’s Degree in Social Work
- One (1) year of direct service experience with individuals with severe mental illness in an inpatient or outpatient setting is required
What’s In It for You*
- Paid Time Off: Eligible employees (20+ hours/week) earn PTO each pay period for vacation and personal needs, with pro-rated accrual for part-time schedules and annual carryover up to set caps.
- Nine Paid Holidays & Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for NOC Shift). Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend NOC Shift)
- Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching, and mentorship
- Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships
- Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- For more information visit: https://www.telecarecorp.com/benefits (https://www.telecarecorp.com/benefits)
Join Our Compassionate Team
Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.
As part of the Telecare family, the Telecare Western Riverside Mental Health Urgent Care will offer 24/7 voluntary treatment to adults ages 18 and above who are suffering a mental health crisis but wish to avoid a locked setting. The program will use a welcoming, home-like environment to help assess the nature of the crisis, soothe and comfort the individual, and connect them with resources to avoid future crisis. Services are recovery-oriented, and will utilize a multi-disciplinary team approach with a high level of peer-to-peer services.
EOE AA M/F/V/Disability
- May vary by location and position type
Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.
Master's in social work, MSW, ASW, Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW
If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.
Education
Required- Masters or better in Social Work
Licenses & Certifications
Required- Reg Board of Behav Sci
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Mental Health Clinician Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Telecare Corporation26
- STARS Behavioral Health6
- Nexus HR Services4
- Correctional Healthcare Partners4C
- San Joaquin County3
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Education
- Staffing & Recruiting
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mental health clinician jobs across California.
- Active California licensure as an LCSW, MFT, LPCC, or registered associate status
- Master's degree in social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy, or related field
- Experience providing individual and group therapy in a clinical or community setting
- Familiarity with evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, or trauma-focused therapy
- Ability to complete clinical documentation and maintain compliance with Medi-Cal requirements
- Experience working with diverse populations including adults, youth, or co-occurring disorders
Mental Health Clinician Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mental health clinician in California?
Becoming a mental health clinician in California requires a master's degree in social work, counseling, or marriage and family therapy, followed by registration as an associate with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. After accumulating the required supervised hours, you sit for the California licensure exam to earn your LCSW, LMFT, or LPCC. Working toward licensure as a registered associate is the standard entry point most California employers expect.
Which companies hire mental health clinicians in California?
Employers hiring mental health clinicians in California right now include Telecare Corporation, STARS Behavioral Health, and Nexus HR Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's large county behavioral health systems, integrated health networks, and nonprofit community agencies consistently post openings for both licensed clinicians and registered associates.
Which California cities have the most mental health clinician jobs?
San Diego, Los Angeles, and Fresno have the most mental health clinician openings in California. Los Angeles dominates due to the size of its county behavioral health system and the density of nonprofit and community mental health organizations, while San Francisco and San Diego draw significant hiring from integrated health systems, Veterans Affairs facilities, and school district programs serving large, diverse populations.
Are there remote mental health clinician jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most clinical fields, because telehealth expanded access to licensed therapy across California in a lasting way. About 42% of mental health clinician openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how widely teletherapy has been adopted. Individual therapy, case management, and clinical supervision roles are the positions most commonly offered in a fully remote or hybrid format.
How can I get hired as a mental health clinician in California with little or no experience?
Registering as a Board of Behavioral Sciences associate and applying to county behavioral health departments is the most realistic first step, as California counties actively hire registered associates under supervision. Large California employers such as Telecare Corporation, Shields for Families, and Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services run structured associate-level programs. Entry roles often carry titles like mental health counselor, case manager, or behavioral health technician, and completing a California-based field placement in an underserved community strengthens any application significantly.
Where can I find and apply to mental health clinician jobs in California?
You can find and apply to mental health clinician jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across health systems, county agencies, nonprofits, and telehealth providers. Find the roles that fit your license level and specialty, then apply directly to the employer through the listing.
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