Behavioral Health Clinician- Remote in CA

Vera Whole Health; Sacramento (CA); Remote; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

13 Paid Holidays

PTO

Fully remote role with schedule.flex

Collaborative, integrated care environ

Opportunities for mentorship and_prof.

Job summary

MPG is seeking an experienced Behavioral Health Clinician to join our integrated primary care team in a fully remote role. The position provides independent assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for patients with mental health and substance use conditions across outpatient and virtual settings, with most patients located in California.

Active California license required; licensed clinicians will work Pacific Time Zone hours and collaborate with psychiatry, primary care, and junior staff while

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field.
• Active, unrestricted California license.
• Willingness to obtain licensure in additional states.
• 3+ years post-licensure.
• Experience providing psychotherapy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and establish DSM‑5‑TR diagnoses.
• Develop individualized treatment plans for diverse mental health and substance use conditions.
• Provide individual and group psychotherapy using evidence‑based modalities such as CBT, DBT, ACT, MI, PST.
• Manage patient risk through safety assessments and crisis intervention.
• Mentor junior clinicians and ensure timely EHR documentation.
• Collaborate with psychiatry, primary care, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Deliver virtual care aligned with evidence‑based symptom management models.

Skills

Active CA license

3+ years post-licensure

Evidence-based modalities

Independent practice

Strong communication

Education

Master’s degree or higher in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Job Description Summary

Behavioral Health Clinician (Remote – California License Required) Schedule: Full‑time, 32 hours/week Location: Fully Remote (Must work Pacific Time Zone)

Pay Range: $32.21 – $40.27/hr

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), 13 Paid Holidays, PTO

Bilingual: Not required, but preferred

About the Role

MPG is seeking an experienced Behavioral Health Clinician to join our integrated primary care team. This fully remote position provides independent assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for patients with mental health and substance use conditions across outpatient, virtual, and primary care settings.

You will manage a complex patient panel, deliver evidence‑based psychotherapy, collaborate closely with primary care and psychiatry, and support junior behavioral health staff. Because most patients are located in California, an active, unrestricted California clinical license is required.

Clinicians deliver care through video visits, primarily in California, using evidence‑based symptom‑management models.

How will you make an impact & Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and establish DSM‑5‑TR diagnoses
• Develop individualized treatment plans for diverse mental health and substance use conditions
• Provide individual and group psychotherapy using evidence‑based modalities such as
• CBT ,
• DBT ,
• ACT , motivational interviewing, and problem‑solving therapy
• Manage patient risk through safety assessments, crisis intervention, and higher‑level‑of‑care coordination
• Partner with psychiatry, primary care, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver integrated, whole‑person care
• Participate in clinical quality initiatives, case consultations, peer review, and outcomes monitoring
• Mentor Behavioral Health Consultants and junior clinical staff
• Maintain timely, accurate EHR documentation in compliance with licensing and regulatory standards
• Coordinate with psychiatric consultants and PCPs to manage patient panels and communicate recommendations
• Deliver virtual care aligned with evidence‑based symptom‑management models

What You Bring

• Master’s degree or higher in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field
• Active, unrestricted California license
• (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or equivalent)
• Willingness to obtain licensure in additional states
• 3+ years post‑licensure
• providing psychotherapy across diverse populations
• Advanced training or competency in at least one evidence‑based modality (CBT, DBT, ACT, MI, PST, trauma‑focused therapy, etc.)
• Experience with high‑acuity situations including crisis intervention and safety planning
• Strong EHR documentation skills and familiarity with regulatory and payor requirements
• Ability to work independently across multiple care settings with minimal supervision
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and comfort managing complex cases
• Ability to work
• Pacific Time Zone hours

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Generous PTO
• Fully remote role with schedule flexibility
• Collaborative, integrated care environment
• Opportunities for mentorship and professional growth

# MPMPGCompensation Range:$32.21 to$48.32

The anticipated base salary range represents the Company's good‑faith estimate of the compensation it reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, skills, qualifications, geographic location, internal equity, and business needs.