Mental Health Professional

Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation; Rancho Mirage (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation reimbursement

Job summary

The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation seeks a Mental Health Professional (MHP) to provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for individuals with mental health and co‑occurring substance use disorders.

The role blends direct clinical services with psychoeducation, program facilitation, and collaborative work across care teams.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in behavioral health required.
• CA license to independently practice mental health/SUD services (LMFT/LCSW/LPCC).
• CPR certification from ARC or AHA, current or within 30 days.
• NPI number required.

Responsibilities

• Clinical assessment and treatment of patients.
• Group facilitation and psychoeducation.
• Family systems and recovery‑oriented care.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration, crisis intervention, and safety.
• Education, consultation, program support, supervision, and professional development.

Skills

CA Licenses (LMFT/LCSW/LPCC)

CPR Certification

NPI number

2+ years SUD MH experience

Education

Master's Degree in behavioral health

Job description

Oct 01, 2026

Responsibilities

***$7,000 sign on bonus available for new applicants***

*** Relocation Reimbursement also available***

The Mental Health Professional (MHP) provides assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders. This role delivers a blend of direct clinical services, psychoeducation, program facilitation, and interdisciplinary collaboration, while supporting patients, families, and teams across the continuum of care.

• Clinical Assessment and Treatment
• Group Facilitation and Psychoeducation
• Family Systems and Recovery-Oriented Care
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Crisis Intervention, and Safety
• Education, Consultation, Program Support, Supervision, and Professional Development

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in behavioral health
• License to independently practice mental health and SUD services in state working in:
  • CA: LMFT, LCSW, LPCC
• Minimum 2 years freedom from chemical dependency
• Current CPR certification or obtain within 30 days (fully remote work employees exempt).
  • Certification must be from American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Individual National Provider Identification (NPI) number

Preferred Qualifications:

• One or more years of providing therapy in a mental health/chemical dependency treatment environment.

Overview

The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is the largest nonprofit addiction recovery organization in the United States. It is also one of the most mission-driven places you will find. The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation team is passionate about providing hope and ultimately healing. As a living, growing and evolving institution, the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is - at our core- a people-powered organization. Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is comprised of 1600+ employees, seventeen treatment sites and produces $190 million dollars in annual revenue. This exemplary organization serves nearly 25,000 people annually and is committed to provide hope and healing for those experiencing addiction to alcohol and other drugs.

What makes this organization unique is its total ecosystem approach to prevention, education, research, advocacy and treatment. All of the parts of the organization work together to inform, develop and deliver evidence- based practices that help people reclaim their futures and restore their hope.

Being "a best place to work" is a strategic goal of Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation and it's a goal that every employee plays an active role in helping to achieve. Our culture is a reflection of how encouraged and energized we each feel about contributing our ideas and performing to our greatest ability. Join us and do meaningful work.

We deeply value our employees. Working at Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation includes a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive Health, Dental and Vision Plans
• Retirement savings plan with employer match
• Paid time-off
• Tuition reimbursement

The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our colleagues is critical to our success as a force of healing and hope for individuals, families and communities affected by addiction to alcohol and other drugs; and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

Salary new (max and min)

USD $81,088.00 - USD $103,619.00 /Yr.