Provide individual and group therapy to clients with mental illness, supporting their goals for educational, social, and emotional development while ensuring client independence.
About the Role Clarvida isseekingan innovative and purpose‑driven individual to join our team as a Pre‑Licensed Therapist at our Bakersfield location. This full‑time role offers a$1,000 sign‑on bonus,competitive hourly pay $32-37hr, full benefits, and opportunities for growth and licensure supervision. As a Pre‑Licensed Therapist, you will provide individual and group counseling services to clients with serious and persistent mental illness, helping clients toward greater independence and aiding their social, educational, vocational, and emotional development.Adult program.
Responsibilities
Ensure mental health treatment maximizes client independence and empowers families
Provide individual, group, and family therapy for clients across ages and needs
Assistclients with educational, social, and vocational goal planning and adjustment
Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning and support program development
Perform crisis intervention, teach educational or life‑skills classes, and do outreach when needed
Carry administrative tasks:maintaindocumentation, medical records, and meet productivity requirements
Transport clients or travel as necessary for community or clinic‑based work
Maintain HIPAA, ethical standards, and professional boundaries with clients and staff
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field from an accredited school
Registered as an Associate Marriage & Family Therapist (AMFT), Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC), or Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW) in California
Valid California driver’s license, auto insurance, and proof of education
Minimum of two years’ experience working with mental health patients (inpatient or outpatient)
Direct clinical and case management experience; familiarity with rehabilitation philosophy
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Intermediate computer skills
Compensation & Benefits
Full benefits package
$1,000 sign‑on bonus
Paid vacation (increasing with tenure)
Separate sick leave that rolls over annually
Up to 10 paid holidays per year
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
Licensure supervision and continuing education support
Access toDailyPay– early wage access
401(k) retirement plan
Pet insurance, employeeassistanceprogram (EAP)
Perks@Clarvida– discounts on travel, entertainment, shopping, etc.
Work Location Wasco, CA – Outpatient clinic setting serving clients with serious and persistent mental illness
Employment Type Full‑time
How to Apply If you are pre‑licensed, committed to mental health care, and ready to help clients grow toward greater independence, we encourage you to apply. Click “Apply Now” to start your journey withClarvida.
About Clarvida Clarvida is a leading behavioral health provider delivering trauma‑informed, person‑centered care across multiple states. We support individuals and families through evidence‑based outpatient services, clinical supervision, and a mission to empower wellness, dignity, and recovery.
Equal Opportunity Employer Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
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Perks & BenefitsExtracted with AI
Health Insurance:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Learning Budget:
Licensure supervision and continuing education support
Other Benefit:
Access to DailyPay – early wage access
