Licensed Mental Health Clinician

Nexus HR; Fountain Valley (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental

Vision

Health

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Continuing education support

Job summary

Nexus HR is seeking a Licensed Mental Health Clinician for their team in Fountain Valley, CA. You will provide individual and family therapy while working within an outpatient primary care setting. This role requires 1-2 years of clinical experience and a mastery in communication, particularly with diverse populations. An active LMFT/LCSW/LCP/LPCC license in California is essential, along with bilingual proficiency in English and Vietnamese. The position offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of clinical experience in a primary care or integrated setting.
• Experience working with diverse patient populations is preferred.
• Familiarity with Medi-Cal and managed care populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, couples, and family therapy in an outpatient primary care setting.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
• Collaborate with primary care providers to coordinate integrated care.

Skills

Bilingual in English and Vietnamese

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Clinical experience with diverse patient populations

Education

Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy or related field

Active and unrestricted LMFT/LCSW/LCP/LPCC license in California

Job description

Licensed Mental Health Clinician - Westminster, CA

Compensation: $72,000 - $85,000 Per Year DOE

Overview

Nexus HR is looking for a compassionate and experienced Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) / Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) / Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP) / Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) to join our client’s primary care team in Westminster, CA.

About the Job

This role integrates behavioral health services within an outpatient primary care clinic setting, supporting patients with mental health, emotional, and family-related concerns. The clinical provider will work closely with primary care providers in a collaborative, team-based environment to deliver holistic, patient-centered care. This is a fast-paced setting with a strong focus on whole-person care. Bilingual proficiency in English and Vietnamese is required to effectively serve the patient population.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide individual, couples, and family therapy in an outpatient primary care setting
• Conduct psychosocial assessments, diagnosis, and treatment planning
• Deliver evidence-based interventions for conditions such as anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and behavioral concerns
• Collaborate with primary care providers (PCPs) and medical staff to coordinate integrated care
• Participate in case conferences and care team meetings
• Educate patients and families on coping strategies, behavioral health, and wellness
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the electronic health record (EHR)
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
• Provide crisis intervention and referrals to higher levels of care when appropriate
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, state regulations, and clinic policies

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of clinical experience (primary care or integrated setting preferred)
• Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy or related field
• Active and unrestricted LMFT/LCSW/LCP/LPCC license in the State of California
• Bilingual in English and Vietnamese (required)
• Experience working with diverse patient populations
• Strong understanding of behavioral health integration in medical settings
• Experience with brief intervention models
• Familiarity with Medi-Cal and managed care populations
• Ability to work efficiently within short visit timeframes
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Dental
• Vision
• Health
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Continuing education support