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As a Behavioral Health Clinician with the Dignity Health Medical Foundation, now part of CommonSpirit Health, you’ll help our patients and their families feel comfortable and educated when they’re in the clinic. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to help deliver effective treatments to our patients.
You’ll build trust in these interactions by advocating, supporting, and educating your patients and their families. Your success in this role comes from your empathy and patience to help others during a vulnerable time in their lives.
Success in this role means you:
- Conduct initial intake assessment and evaluations, providing crisis intervention services when needed and assist in detection of high risk patients
- You’re interacting with the patients throughout your day, so you’ll be the eyes and ears to notice any difference in patient health and behavior
- Offer linkages and referrals to appropriate services
- Work independently and are able to successfully be self directed
- Have a strong understanding of mental health diagnoses and evidence-based treatment methods, adherence to the W & I Codes, and professional and ethical behavior at all times
- FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY/STEWARDSHIP: Adheres to time and attendance policy. Utilizes work time efficiently through proper time management, shows flexibility in work schedule so that it meets clinic, client and team's needs, contributes to the efficiency of the office by completing tasks in a timely manner so that other team members can complete their tasks. Participates in problem solving ways to overcome barriers interfering with effective work. 3 = Consistently meets individual position expectations and consistently seeks opportunities to assist others to excel. 2 = Consistently meets individual position expectations 1 = Meets some individual position expectations; with some growth required 0 = Does not meet individual position expectations
- JUDGMENT/DECISION MAKING: Demonstrated an ability to assess a situation, consider alternatives, select and implement an appropriate and tactful course of action. 3 = Consistently chose and engaged in exemplary actions and interventions with at least four documented instances of having taken a superlative course of action. (Clinician to provide examples.) 2 = Consistently chose appropriate course of action with no instances of verified complaints about actions. 1 = Mostly made appropriate decisions and took appropriate action. 0 = Exhibited difficulty formulating a course of action in challenging or unusual situations OR two or more verified complaints about course of action and/or often needs assistance
- Demonstrated an awareness of own abilities and limitations; sought assistance when appropriate (i.e., when a situation appears unmanageable, feels uncomfortable or is new). 3 = Consistently aware of limitations and willing to explore with supervisor/manager on a regular basis 2 = Generally aware of abilities and sought assistance when needed 1 = Frequently unaware of limitations and seldom asked for assistance 0 = Does not perceive any limitations of abilities and never sought assistance or sought assistance too late
- BILLING DOCUMENTATION QUALITY:
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
- Experience in providing a variety of clinical modalities and services to clients of all ages and a broad variety of diagnoses. Required skills include assessment, formulation of treatment plans; intervention planning and follow through, providing documentation of services. Evaluating suicidal and homicidal risk and other high risk situations (i.e. psychotic process; drug/alcohol use/intoxication)
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Masters degree in an appropriate behavioral science discipline. Maintain current continuing education units as required for license renewal
- Current unrestricted license in the State of California as a Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
- DSM IV and 5. Normal and abnormal psychology. Assessment skills and crisis intervention. Treatment planning and intervention skills. Individual and group treatment methods. Sensitivity to and awareness of cultural and ethnic diversity of clients. Ethical and legal issues. Community resources. Billing and documentation requirements Effective verbal and written communication skills. Maintain an appropriate balance between direct client contact and documentation time. Adhere to all client confidentiality requirements and standards. Manage significant electronic paperwork functions necessary to support insurance billing. Ability to manage the case load and schedule to meet productivity expectations; 75% of time must be spent in providing direct client services that can be billed. Ability to effectively resolve conflict and cope with crisis situations. Ability to establish and maintain rapport to engage clients effectively in treatment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Three or more years post-licensure experience preferred due to insurance contract requirements. Experience working in substance abuse treatment, eating disorders and/or experience leading groups and classes is desirable
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Brief, focused therapy Comfort working broad age range from with youth through adults
- Advanced training in any evidence-based practices is a plus.
This is a hybrid in office/work from home position.
Where You'll Work
Dignity Health Medical Foundation established in 1993, is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation with care centers throughout California. Dignity Health Medical Foundation is an affiliate of Dignity Health - one of the largest health systems in the nation - with hospitals and care centers in California, Arizona and Nevada. Today Dignity Health Medical Foundation works hand-in-hand with physicians and providers throughout California to provide comprehensive health care services to the many communities we serve. As Dignity Health Medical Foundation continues to grow and establish new premier care centers we provide increasing support and investment in the latest technologies finest physicians and state-of-the-art medical facilities. We strive to create purposeful work settings where staff can provide great care while advancing in knowledge and experience through challenging work assignments and stimulating relationships. Our staff is well-trained and highly skilled qualities that are vital to maintaining excellence in care and service. One Community. One Mission. One California
Pay Range
$43.10 - $64.11 /hour
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As a Behavioral Health Clinician with the Dignity Health Medical Foundation, now part of CommonSpirit Health, you’ll help our patients and their families feel comfortable and educated when they’re in the clinic. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to help deliver effective treatments to our patients.
You’ll build trust in these interactions by advocating, supporting, and educating your patients and their families. Your success in this role comes from your empathy and patience to help others during a vulnerable time in their lives.
Success in this role means you:
- Conduct initial intake assessment and evaluations, providing crisis intervention services when needed and assist in detection of high risk patients
- You’re interacting with the patients throughout your day, so you’ll be the eyes and ears to notice any difference in patient health and behavior
- Offer linkages and referrals to appropriate services
- Work independently and are able to successfully be self directed
- Have a strong understanding of mental health diagnoses and evidence-based treatment methods, adherence to the W & I Codes, and professional and ethical behavior at all times
- FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY/STEWARDSHIP: Adheres to time and attendance policy. Utilizes work time efficiently through proper time management, shows flexibility in work schedule so that it meets clinic, client and team's needs, contributes to the efficiency of the office by completing tasks in a timely manner so that other team members can complete their tasks. Participates in problem solving ways to overcome barriers interfering with effective work. 3 = Consistently meets individual position expectations and consistently seeks opportunities to assist others to excel. 2 = Consistently meets individual position expectations 1 = Meets some individual position expectations; with some growth required 0 = Does not meet individual position expectations
- JUDGMENT/DECISION MAKING: Demonstrated an ability to assess a situation, consider alternatives, select and implement an appropriate and tactful course of action. 3 = Consistently chose and engaged in exemplary actions and interventions with at least four documented instances of having taken a superlative course of action. (Clinician to provide examples.) 2 = Consistently chose appropriate course of action with no instances of verified complaints about actions. 1 = Mostly made appropriate decisions and took appropriate action. 0 = Exhibited difficulty formulating a course of action in challenging or unusual situations OR two or more verified complaints about course of action and/or often needs assistance
- Demonstrated an awareness of own abilities and limitations; sought assistance when appropriate (i.e., when a situation appears unmanageable, feels uncomfortable or is new). 3 = Consistently aware of limitations and willing to explore with supervisor/manager on a regular basis 2 = Generally aware of abilities and sought assistance when needed 1 = Frequently unaware of limitations and seldom asked for assistance 0 = Does not perceive any limitations of abilities and never sought assistance or sought assistance too late
- BILLING DOCUMENTATION QUALITY:
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
- Experience in providing a variety of clinical modalities and services to clients of all ages and a broad variety of diagnoses. Required skills include assessment, formulation of treatment plans; intervention planning and follow through, providing documentation of services. Evaluating suicidal and homicidal risk and other high risk situations (i.e. psychotic process; drug/alcohol use/intoxication)
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Masters degree in an appropriate behavioral science discipline. Maintain current continuing education units as required for license renewal
- Current unrestricted license in the State of California as a Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
- DSM IV and 5. Normal and abnormal psychology. Assessment skills and crisis intervention. Treatment planning and intervention skills. Individual and group treatment methods. Sensitivity to and awareness of cultural and ethnic diversity of clients. Ethical and legal issues. Community resources. Billing and documentation requirements Effective verbal and written communication skills. Maintain an appropriate balance between direct client contact and documentation time. Adhere to all client confidentiality requirements and standards. Manage significant electronic paperwork functions necessary to support insurance billing. Ability to manage the case load and schedule to meet productivity expectations; 75% of time must be spent in providing direct client services that can be billed. Ability to effectively resolve conflict and cope with crisis situations. Ability to establish and maintain rapport to engage clients effectively in treatment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Three or more years post-licensure experience preferred due to insurance contract requirements. Experience working in substance abuse treatment, eating disorders and/or experience leading groups and classes is desirable
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Brief, focused therapy Comfort working broad age range from with youth through adults
- Advanced training in any evidence-based practices is a plus.
This is a hybrid in office/work from home position.
Where You'll Work
Dignity Health Medical Foundation established in 1993, is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation with care centers throughout California. Dignity Health Medical Foundation is an affiliate of Dignity Health - one of the largest health systems in the nation - with hospitals and care centers in California, Arizona and Nevada. Today Dignity Health Medical Foundation works hand-in-hand with physicians and providers throughout California to provide comprehensive health care services to the many communities we serve. As Dignity Health Medical Foundation continues to grow and establish new premier care centers we provide increasing support and investment in the latest technologies finest physicians and state-of-the-art medical facilities. We strive to create purposeful work settings where staff can provide great care while advancing in knowledge and experience through challenging work assignments and stimulating relationships. Our staff is well-trained and highly skilled qualities that are vital to maintaining excellence in care and service. One Community. One Mission. One California
Pay Range
$43.10 - $64.11 /hour
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Licensed Therapist
Verify your credential qualifies before applying
TN status for therapists requires a qualifying degree in a mental health field, not just a clinical license. Confirm your master's or doctoral credential maps directly to the USMCA's Social Worker or Psychologist category before targeting employers.
Target employers with existing behavioral health infrastructure
Hospital systems, community mental health centers, and large group practices already have HR teams familiar with employment-based immigration. These employers are more likely to draft a compliant TN support letter without needing you to explain the process from scratch.
Search for TN-sponsored therapist roles on Migrate Mate
Filter by TN visa to find Licensed Therapist openings where employers are already open to sponsorship. Migrate Mate surfaces roles matched to your visa category so you're not cold-applying to positions that won't support your status.
Get your state license before your start date
Many states require a license to practice independently, and USCIS expects evidence of professional standing. Applying without a valid state license, or with only a temporary permit, can complicate the employer support letter and raise questions at the port of entry.
Brief your employer on the support letter requirements
The offer letter must specify your professional title, the specialty occupation description, your Canadian or Mexican citizenship, and that the position is temporary in nature. HR teams unfamiliar with TN often omit these elements, which delays entry or triggers a CBP referral.
Plan around Mexican TN processing timelines
Mexican citizens must schedule a consular interview, unlike Canadians who can present at the border. Build at least four to six weeks of lead time into your start date to account for appointment availability and document review at the U.S. consulate.
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Find Licensed Therapist JobsLicensed Therapist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Licensed Therapist role qualify for TN visa status?
Licensed Therapist positions can qualify under the TN category if your role and credentials align with a recognized USMCA occupation such as Psychologist or Social Worker. You'll need at least a master's degree in a relevant clinical field. Roles focused on general counseling without a graduate clinical credential are harder to support, so the job description and your degree must clearly correspond.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for therapist roles?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, so there's no registration gamble in March each year. H-1B selection is random and limited to 85,000 slots annually. For therapists who are Canadian or Mexican citizens, TN is typically faster and more predictable. The tradeoff is that TN is employer-tied and does not lead to permanent residence on its own, unlike H-1B.
What documents does a Licensed Therapist need to present at the border for TN entry?
Canadian citizens entering at a port of entry need the employer's TN support letter, proof of your qualifying degree, your professional license if the state requires one, and a valid passport. You do not file a petition with USCIS in advance. CBP adjudicates TN status on the spot, so your documents need to be complete and internally consistent before you travel.
How can I find Licensed Therapist jobs that already support TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter for Licensed Therapist roles by TN visa category to find employers who are open to sponsoring your status, rather than spending time on applications that will stall when sponsorship comes up. This is particularly useful if you're relocating from Canada or Mexico and need an offer letter before your entry date.
Can I switch employers while on TN status as a Licensed Therapist?
Yes, but TN status is employer-specific. If you change jobs, your new employer must support a fresh TN entry or file a change of status through USCIS. Canadian citizens can present at the border with the new employer's documentation. You cannot simply transfer your existing TN to a new employer the way some other visa categories allow portability after a certain filing threshold.
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