Mental Health Jobs in Los Angeles, CA
Mental health jobs in Los Angeles are in strong demand, concentrated in Koreatown, Westlake, and the Westside across community health centers, hospital systems, county agencies, and private group practices. Outpatient therapy, case management, and crisis intervention roles see the highest volume. Employers hiring right now include Renewal Health, Los Angeles LGBT Center, and STARS Behavioral Health. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Title:
Recovery CounselorDivision/Program:
Los Angeles: USC Crisis Residential Treatment (VS)Starting Compensation:
19.00- 21.00 USD Per HourWorking Location:
Los Angeles, CA 90033Working Hours/Shift:
Tues-Sat 3 pm to 11:30 pm
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 & Experience
Required: High school diploma or equivalent (GED, HiSET, etc.).
Required: One (1) year of full-time equivalent experience working in a program serving individuals with mental disabilities OR completion of 20 hours of regulated on-the-job training within the first year of employment (in addition to standard annual training requirements).
Licenses & Certifications
Required: Valid California Driver's License.
Preferred: Valid California Class “B” Driver’s License.
Preferred: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
Required within 90 days of hire: ServSafe Food Handler Certification.
Required within 90 days of hire: First Aid certification (from an approved agency, such as the American Red Cross).
How you will make a difference (Job Overview):
The Recovery Counselor is a para-professional treatment team member who is responsible for providing direct care to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of the clients through direct and indirect physical and verbal interaction. Ensure that all safety regulations are followed, and the facilities are maintained in a safe and clean manner. Assist with client laundry, household cleaning and other tasks as needed. This position performs a variety of tasks to ensure that the facility is in a clean, orderly, sanitary, and attractive condition. This position is also required to be added to the Approved Driver list and drive clients in the company vehicle as requested. This position is responsible for providing a high level of customer service through maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment for all clients, visitors, staff, and physicians. This care is provided through direct and indirect physical and verbal interactions with clients, modeling appropriate behaviors for clients, and monitoring daily client activities. This position may be asked to screen incoming clients/visitors for contraband and inventory all client property. This position may also be asked to monitor surveillance equipment. This position may also be asked to control access to the center, answer/direct incoming clients, conduct physical security checks of the center grounds, and respond to fires and/or emergencies at the center. This position maintain vigilance over the general milieu within the facility to facilitate quality client care, optimum facility operations and preserve the safety of all therein. Duties are performed under direct supervision of the Program Director, or designee in most cases, 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: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/
For Additional Information:
Stgarcia@starsinc.comPartner 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:
Recovery CounselorDivision/Program:
Los Angeles: USC Crisis Residential Treatment (VS)Starting Compensation:
19.00- 21.00 USD Per HourWorking Location:
Los Angeles, CA 90033Working Hours/Shift:
Tues-Sat 3 pm to 11:30 pm
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 & Experience
Required: High school diploma or equivalent (GED, HiSET, etc.).
Required: One (1) year of full-time equivalent experience working in a program serving individuals with mental disabilities OR completion of 20 hours of regulated on-the-job training within the first year of employment (in addition to standard annual training requirements).
Licenses & Certifications
Required: Valid California Driver's License.
Preferred: Valid California Class “B” Driver’s License.
Preferred: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
Required within 90 days of hire: ServSafe Food Handler Certification.
Required within 90 days of hire: First Aid certification (from an approved agency, such as the American Red Cross).
How you will make a difference (Job Overview):
The Recovery Counselor is a para-professional treatment team member who is responsible for providing direct care to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of the clients through direct and indirect physical and verbal interaction. Ensure that all safety regulations are followed, and the facilities are maintained in a safe and clean manner. Assist with client laundry, household cleaning and other tasks as needed. This position performs a variety of tasks to ensure that the facility is in a clean, orderly, sanitary, and attractive condition. This position is also required to be added to the Approved Driver list and drive clients in the company vehicle as requested. This position is responsible for providing a high level of customer service through maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment for all clients, visitors, staff, and physicians. This care is provided through direct and indirect physical and verbal interactions with clients, modeling appropriate behaviors for clients, and monitoring daily client activities. This position may be asked to screen incoming clients/visitors for contraband and inventory all client property. This position may also be asked to monitor surveillance equipment. This position may also be asked to control access to the center, answer/direct incoming clients, conduct physical security checks of the center grounds, and respond to fires and/or emergencies at the center. This position maintain vigilance over the general milieu within the facility to facilitate quality client care, optimum facility operations and preserve the safety of all therein. Duties are performed under direct supervision of the Program Director, or designee in most cases, 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: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/
For Additional Information:
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Who's Hiring
- Renewal Health63
- Los Angeles LGBT Center63
- STARS Behavioral Health63
- Amae Health31
- St. Joseph Center31
Mental Health Jobs in Los Angeles: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mental health job in Los Angeles?
Focus your search on Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health, federally qualified health centers, and the large nonprofit behavioral health networks concentrated in South LA, the San Fernando Valley, and East LA. County positions reward bilingual Spanish or Armenian fluency, and many community clinics prioritize candidates with lived experience in the communities they serve. Applying directly through county job portals and nonprofit career pages often moves faster than national boards.
Which companies hire mental healths in Los Angeles?
Companies currently hiring mental healths in Los Angeles include Renewal Health, Los Angeles LGBT Center, and STARS Behavioral Health, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. The local market is shaped by a mix of large public-sector employers, hospital-affiliated outpatient programs, and independent group practices spread across neighborhoods from Long Beach to the San Gabriel Valley.
Are there remote mental health jobs in Los Angeles?
Yes, though it depends heavily on the role: telehealth therapy and care coordination positions have strong remote options, while crisis intervention, residential, and school-based roles are almost entirely on-site. About 25% of mental health openings tied to Los Angeles are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, with the highest share in outpatient counseling and utilization review. Managed care organizations and telehealth platforms based in the LA area tend to post the most fully remote positions.
How can I get a mental health job in Los Angeles with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a community health worker or peer support specialist role with Los Angeles County or one of its contracted nonprofit partners, which often hire candidates without graduate degrees. Organizations in Skid Row, Boyle Heights, and the Antelope Valley regularly bring on entry-level case aides and mental health assistants. Volunteering with a crisis hotline or completing an LA County-contracted internship builds the local referral network that most clinical jobs require.
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