Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Jobs in California
Mental Health Nurse Practitioner jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with steady demand across community mental health centers, integrated health systems, correctional facilities, and telehealth organizations at every level from new graduate to senior clinician. The largest concentrations of openings are in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where employers such as Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and UCLA Health have deep and lasting hiring needs. Child and adolescent psychiatry, substance use disorder treatment, and trauma-informed care are the specialties California employers recruit for most consistently. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives by improving access to trusted, affordable, and personalized mental healthcare. Everywhere. Every day. It’s a lofty goal; we know. But we make it happen with the best team in behavioral health.
Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us. As the fastest growing behavioral health practice group in the country, now is the perfect time to join our clinical team!
We are actively looking to hire talented Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in the Goleta area, who are passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence.
Please apply now or contact me directly:
Michael Pitts
Director, Practice Development
Michael.Pitts@lifestance.com
(C) 623-308-4226
(W) 619-810-9495
We offer Psychiatrists:
- Sign on bonus
- Competitive Compensation: $200,000 - $250,000, 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.
Psychiatrists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking Adult Psychiatrists that are:
- Fully licensed CA, unencumbered DEA.
- 103 status preferred.
- Experienced in medication management.
About LifeStance Health
LifeStance is a national provider of mental healthcare services focused on evidenced-based, medically driven treatment services for children, adolescents and adults suffering from a variety of mental health issues in an outpatient care setting, both in-person at its clinics nationwide and through its digital health telemedicine offering. The company employs psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and licensed therapists throughout the US.
LifeStance Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are fully committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our employees.
Our values:
Belonging: We cultivate a space where everyone can show up as their authentic self.
Empathy: We seek out diverse perspectives and listen to learn without judgment.
Courage: We are all accountable for doing the right thing - even when it's hard - because we know it's worth it.
One Team: We realize our full potential when we work together towards our shared purpose.
If you elect to interact with us via our website, please only use www.lifestance.com or www.careers.lifestance.com. Additionally, our recruiters utilize email addresses with the @lifestance.com domain. Other websites and domains are not affiliated with LifeStance Health and may represent threats to your data security.
LifeStance Health complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources Team at ADA@lifestance.com or by calling +1-800-308-0994. Please note: This contact is intended solely for accommodation requests. Inquiries regarding applications, resumes and applicant status should not be sent to this email address as they will not be reviewed or responded to. To apply for a position, please use our official careers page.
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Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- LifeStance Health14

- CHINATOWN SERVICE CENTER2

- Spectrum Healthcare Resources2

- Stanford Medicine Children's Health2

- Vituity2

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services25
- Education2
- Agriculture & Farming1
- Insurance1
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mental health nurse practitioner jobs across California.
- Active California Nurse Practitioner license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing
- Board certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from ANCC or AANP
- Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice with psychiatric-mental health focus
- Prescriptive authority furnishing number required for California controlled substance prescribing
- DEA registration required for schedules involving controlled psychiatric medications
- Experience with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Cerner in clinical settings
Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mental health nurse practitioner in California?
You become a mental health nurse practitioner in California by completing a graduate-level nursing program with a psychiatric-mental health focus, then applying to the California Board of Registered Nursing for a Nurse Practitioner license and a Furnishing Number, which authorizes you to prescribe medications. You must also pass a national certification exam through the American Nurses Credentialing Center or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. A DEA registration is required separately for prescribing controlled substances in clinical practice.
How much do mental health nurse practitioners make in California?
Mental health nurse practitioners in California earn a median of about $168,520 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $120,340 for the lowest 10% to over $240,830 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire mental health nurse practitioners in California?
Employers hiring mental health nurse practitioners in California right now include LifeStance Health, CHINATOWN SERVICE CENTER, and Spectrum Healthcare Resources, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's public health infrastructure, including county behavioral health departments and Federally Qualified Health Centers, also generates consistent openings across the state.
Which California cities have the most mental health nurse practitioner jobs?
San Diego, Los Angeles, and Mountain View have the most mental health nurse practitioner openings in California. Los Angeles and San Francisco drive volume through large integrated health systems and county behavioral health programs, while San Diego's concentration of veterans' services, military-affiliated hospitals, and UC Health facilities makes it a strong secondary market for this specialty.
Are there remote mental health nurse practitioner jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most clinical nursing roles. About 45% of mental health nurse practitioner openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the field's strong adoption of telehealth platforms since expanded licensing flexibilities took hold. Medication management follow-ups, therapy-adjacent consultation roles, and telepsychiatry positions are the segments most likely to be fully remote.
How can I get hired as a mental health nurse practitioner in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a new-graduate psychiatric NP residency or fellowship, and California has several: Kaiser Permanente and UCSF Health both run structured post-graduate NP training programs that include psychiatric-mental health tracks. Community mental health centers and Federally Qualified Health Centers also hire new graduates because of ongoing demand in underserved areas. Coming from a registered nurse background in inpatient psychiatry or emergency behavioral health is the lateral move California hiring managers respond to most favorably, and obtaining your California Furnishing Number before applying removes a common barrier employers cite.
Where can I find and apply to mental health nurse practitioner jobs in California?
You can find and apply to mental health nurse practitioner jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across health systems, community clinics, telehealth providers, and correctional health programs. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialty focus, then apply directly to each employer from the listing.
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