Licensed Team Lead - Mental Health 643

Ultipro; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Free CEUs

Tuition Discount

Medical Insurance

Job summary

Telecare seeks an entry-level licensed management professional in California to supervise multidisciplinary teams, coordinate service needs, and collaborate with other services and agencies. Under the Clinical Director/Administrator, you will complete assessments and determine the appropriate level of services for new members.

You will participate in a structured on-call rotation, remaining accessible to respond to work-related needs per protocols.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in mental health setting.
• Licensed mental health professional as confirmed by state regulatory/licensing board.
• One year supervisory experience or supervisory training within six months of employment.
• Sensitivity to multi-cultural populations.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• CPR, CPI, and First Aid certification on date of employment or within 60 days and maintain throughout employment.
• Post-offer physical examination, 2-step TB test, background clearances, sanctions, and license verification required.
• If driving is required, valid driver license, motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance.
• Must be willing to use personal vehicle to drive clients to appointments with weekly IRS rate mileage reimbursement.
• Willingness to use company vehicle and attend meetings with weekly mileage reimbursement.

Responsibilities

• Supervises multidisciplinary teams under Clinical Director/Administrator.
• Completes assessments and determines appropriate level of services for new members.
• Participates in a structured on-call rotation and responds to work-related needs per protocols.
• Coordinates service needs and collaborates with other services and agencies.

Skills

Mental health experience

Supervisory experience

Cultural sensitivity

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Driver's license

Personal vehicle willingness

Education

Licensed mental health professional

Job description

“They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean. Without them,I’dbe waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live...” - Client from Telecare

What You Will Do to Change Lives

Under direct supervision of the Clinical Director/Administrator, this entry-level licensed management position supervises multidisciplinary teams, coordinates service needs, and collaborates with other services and agencies. Completes assessments and determines the appropriate level of services for new members. Employees in this role are required to participate in a structured on-call rotation, remaining accessible and prepared to respond to work-related needs within a designated timeframe. Rotations are scheduled in advance. While on-call, employees must actively monitor communications (e.g., phone, email) and respond in accordance with operational protocols.

Shifts Available:

Full-Time | DAYS | Shifts: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM | Days: Tuesday - Saturday

Expected starting wage range is$80,090.33 - $108,823.48. 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 iscommensuratewith relevant experience above theminimumrequirements.

What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)

• One (1) year of experience in mental health setting
• Licensed mental health professional as confirmed by state regulatory/licensing board (e.g., LCSW, MFT, RN, or LPCC) from the state of operation
• One (1) year supervisory experience or supervisory training within six (6) months of employment
• Sensitivity to multi-cultural populations and issues
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be CPR, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), and First Aid certified on date of employment or within 60 days of employment and maintain current certification throughout employment
• All opportunities at Telecare are contingent upon successful completion and receipt of acceptable results of the applicable post-offer physical examination, 2-step PPD test for tuberculosis, acceptable criminal background clearances, excluded party sanctions, and degree or license verification. If the position requires driving, valid driver license, a motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance is required at time of employment and must be maintained throughout employment. Additional regulatory, contractual or local requirements may apply.
• 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.(weekly mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate)
• Willingness to use the company vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups, etc.
• Willingness to use your personal vehicle to attend meetings, etc.(weekly mileage reimbursement at the IRSrate)

What’s In ItForYou*

• Paid Time Off: Eligible employees (20+ hours/week) earnPTOeach 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.

Kern Youth CSU provides short term crisis stabilization services for youth experiencing acute mental health distress. We offer rapid assessment, psychiatric support, and stabilization in a safe, supportive setting, while working closely with families and support systems to plan next steps. Our team helps connect youth to ongoing services and community resources to support continued recovery and growth.

EOE AA M/F/V/Disability

*May vary by location and position type

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

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

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