Mental Health Clincian

Sacramento Native American Health Center, Inc; Hanford (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Sacramento Native American Health Center, Inc seeks a Clinician to provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed psychotherapy and care coordination under BBS supervision. This role balances direct client care with documentation and progress toward licensure requirements.

The Clinician will deliver services in-person and via telehealth, collaborate with psychiatry and case management, and ensure privacy and HIPAA compliance while supporting patient access and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in a behavioral health field (e.g., MFT, PCC, MSW).
• Active California BBS registration or eligibility within 60 days of hire.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed, culturally responsive care and mandated reporting.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group psychotherapy within scope of BBS registration.
• Complete biopsychosocial assessments, safety plans, treatment plans, and progress notes on time.
• Coordinate care with internal teams and external partners with patient consent.
• Deliver services in-person and via telehealth with a professional setting.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Culturally responsive care

Risk assessment

Mandated reporting

EHR proficiency

Excel/Sheets basic

Education

Master’s degree in a qualifying behavioral health field

Job description

• Location 530 Kings County Drive,#102,Hanford, CA, 93230,United States
• Base Pay $40.11 - $67.97 / Year

Description

Position Summary

The Clinician delivers culturally responsive, trauma-informed psychotherapy and care coordination under BBS-eligible supervision. This role balances direct client care, high-quality documentation, and ethical practice while advancing toward licensure requirements. The Clinician supports patient access, engagement, and clinical outcomes through effective treatment planning, collaboration, and timely follow-through. Salary range commensurate with licensing, language ability, and additional certifications.

Direct Care & Engagement

Provide individual, family, and group psychotherapy within scope consistent with BBS registration status and payer requirements.

Complete biopsychosocial assessments, safety plans, treatment plans, and progress notes accurately and on time.

Conduct risk screenings and escalate per protocol (suicide risk, abuse/neglect, duty to protect/warn).

Coordinate care with internal teams (e.g., psychiatry, case management) and external partners (e.g., schools, PCPs, CBOs) as appropriate and with consent.

Deliver services via in-person and telehealth; maintain a professional, private environment for remote sessions.

Documentation, Quality & Compliance

Document all services in the EHR (e.g., TherapyNotes) within 72 hours, including diagnosis, codes, and medical necessity elements per payer standards.

Follow HIPAA/PHI safeguards, privacy practices, and mandatory reporting requirements.

Participate in chart audits; resolve documentation defects and implement corrective actions.

Supervision & Professional Development

Maintain active California BBS registration (AMFT/APCC/ASW or trainee status) in good standing.

Attend and prepare for required individual and/or group supervision; maintain weekly supervision logs and learning goals.

Integrate supervisor feedback and complete required trainings (Law & Ethics, HIPAA, safety, evidence-based practices).

Access, Throughput & Teaming

Maintain productivity/encounter targets; manage cancellations/no-shows using reminders, outreach, and same-day fill strategies.

Participate in huddles, case conferences, and in-services; share trends and solutions.

Uphold organizational values—professionalism, empathy, accountability, and teamwork.

Standard of Care Note: Where payer, BBS, and organizational standards differ, the stricter requirement controls.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in a qualifying behavioral health field (MFT, PCC, MSW, or equivalent).

Current California BBS registration (AMFT/APCC/ASW) or eligibility to obtain within 60 days of hire; maintains BBS Law & Ethics timelines as required.

Knowledge of trauma-informed, culturally responsive care; risk assessment; mandated reporting.

Strong written and verbal communication skills; organized, detail-oriented documentation practices.

Proficiency with EHRs and productivity/reporting tools; basic Excel/Sheets competency.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in community mental health and/or managed care.

Familiarity with CBT, DBT, MI, TF-CBT, and other evidence-based practices.

Telehealth experience; clinical documentation proficiency.

Physical Demands & Work Environment (ADA)

Prolonged computer/phone use; frequent sitting/standing; occasional lifting up to ~25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations are available to enable essential functions.