Unlicensed Clinician - Mental Health 637

Main Template; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 6,821,000 - 8,408,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Free CEUs

Tuition discounts

Medical Insurance

401K/ESOP

Job summary

Telecare is seeking an Unlicensed Clinician - Mental Health in Bakersfield, CA to provide direct care and coordinate services for clients and families. The role includes interfacing with county offices and housing providers, and requires a Master’s in Social Sciences, CA BBS registration, and one year of direct clinical experience.

The position is full-time, on-site, with a starting wage range and geographic pay differentials.

Qualifications

• Registered with the CA Board of Behavioral Sciences (ASW/AMFT/APCC) and active.
• Master’s Degree in Social Sciences is required.
• One year of direct service experience with mentally ill individuals.
• Valid driver's license with personal vehicle insurance listed as driver.
• Willingness to use personal vehicle to transport clients as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health support services to clients and families as part of the program.
• Coordinate and collaborate with team members and external agencies (e.g., Probation, Behavioral Health, housing, inpatient providers).
• Assist in coordinating mental health services and ensure smooth service delivery.

Skills

Direct service exp

Driver's license

BBS registration

Education

Master's Degree in Social Sciences

Job description

Unlicensed Clinician - Mental Health 637

Job Category: Direct Care

Requisition Number: UNLIC031008

• Posted : October 19, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Bakersfield, CA - Kern CARE Court
Bakersfield, CA 93309, USA

Description

“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

The Clinician Unlicensed provides mental health support services to members served and their families at the program. The Clinician also assists in the coordination of all mental health support services provided by the Team. This includes coordinating and collaborating with team members and outside agencies such as, the Conservator’s Office, Public Guardian’s Office, Probation Department, County Behavioral Health Services, and housing and inpatient providers.

Shifts Available:

Full-Time | AM | Shifts: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM | Days: Monday - Friday

Expected starting wage range is $71,760.00 - $88,447.23. 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 with the CA Board of Behavioral Sciences: Must have ASW, AMFT, or APCC. Must be valid and current.
• A Master’s Degree in Social Sciences
• One (1) year direct service experience with mentally ill individuals
• Valid and current driver’s license, and personal vehicle insurance with your name listed as a driver.
• Willingness to use your personal vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups, etc.

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.
• 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

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.

CARE Court ACT will deliver time-limited, community-based, holistic support to people who meet CARE criteria and agree to participate in these services. Our person-centered approach to care meets people wherever they are in their recovery — addressing the complex needs of the individual and connecting them to resources to thrive in their community. Our program is based on the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) model and Housing First Principles. This means that our goal is to help members become independent, productive, and integrate back into their community. We also connect members to the proper resources that can help them achieve their goals.

EOE AA M/F/V/Disability

*May vary by location and position type

Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.

Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Associate of Social Work, Associate Marriage and Family Therapy, Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, Clinical

If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.

Preferred

Masters or better in Social Work.

Preferred

Associate MFT

Associate Prof Clin Coun

Associate Clinical SW

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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