Clinical Social Work Visa Sponsorship Jobs in California
California is one of the most active states for clinical social work visa sponsorship, with major health systems like Kaiser Permanente, UCLA Health, and Dignity Health regularly hiring internationally. The San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego concentrate the most opportunities, spanning community mental health centers, hospitals, and county social services agencies.
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Get Access To All JobsAt 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 therapists in the Encinitas 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
- 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, LPCC, 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
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.
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 therapists in the Encinitas 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
- 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, LPCC, 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
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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Which companies sponsor visas for clinical social workers in California?
Large integrated health systems are the most consistent sponsors for clinical social workers in California. Kaiser Permanente, UCLA Health, Cedars-Sinai, Dignity Health, and UCSF Medical Center have sponsored clinical social work roles in the past. County behavioral health departments, including Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health and San Francisco DPH, also hire internationally for licensed clinical social worker positions.
Which visa types are most common for clinical social work roles in California?
The H-1B is the most common visa for clinical social workers in California, as the role generally qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a master's degree in social work. Some nonprofit hospitals and county agencies qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers, which allows filing outside the annual lottery. The O-1A is an option for clinicians with demonstrated professional recognition, though it requires substantial documentation.
Which cities in California have the most clinical social work sponsorship jobs?
Los Angeles has the highest concentration of clinical social work sponsorship opportunities, driven by its large public health infrastructure and major academic medical centers. San Francisco and the broader Bay Area follow closely, with strong demand from UCSF Health, county mental health programs, and community organizations. San Diego also has notable activity through UC San Diego Health and Veterans Affairs facilities.
How to find clinical social work visa sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it straightforward to search for clinical social work roles in California without sorting through positions that don't sponsor. You can filter by location to focus on cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco, or San Diego, and identify which employers are actively open to international candidates in clinical social work.
Are there state-specific considerations for clinical social workers seeking sponsorship in California?
California requires licensure through the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, and international applicants must have their foreign social work credentials evaluated before applying for the LCSW. This can add time to the hiring process, so employers sponsoring international candidates typically expect applicants to already hold or be eligible for California licensure. Candidates with an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program generally have a clearer path through the evaluation process.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored clinical social work jobs in California?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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