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Pre-Licensed Therapist

Clarvida - California
Santa Ana, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/6/2026
Clarvida’s success is built on the strength of our people: individuals who bring the right skills and a deep commitment to our mission of improving lives and communities. Our employees are empowered to bring their full potential to the table, ensuring long-term success for our team and those we serve. 
 
Clarvida is seeking an innovative and purpose driven individual to join our team as a Pre-Licensed Therapist for our STAY Program in Santa Ana.

SUMMARY:
Ensure mental health treatment services are provided in a way that maximizes client independence and family empowerment. Provide individual and group counseling services to assist individuals in achieving more effective personal, social, educational, and vocational development and adjustment.

EDUCATION/LICENSING REQUIREMENTS
  • Master’s degree from accredited school in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field
  • Must be registered as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, or Associate Clinical Social Worker
  • Proof of: valid California driver’s license and auto insurance, as well as proof of education are required
  • Minimum of two years’ experience with mental health patients (inpatient and outpatient)
  • Must have direct clinical, case management experience and knowledge regarding rehabilitation philosophy
  • Strong clinical and interpersonal skills, and excellent written and verbal skills
  • Intermediate PC skills required
 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
  •  Provides crisis intervention consultation and other activities directly related to the interventions process
  •  Provides individual (adult and children), group and family therapy
  •  Provides occupational, education, and other information to enable individual to formulate realistic educational and vocational plans
  •  Participates in interdisciplinary treatment planning
  •  Participates in program development and staff in-services
  •  Participates in staff meetings as required
  •  Performs administrative functions consistent with the needs of the program
  •  Conducts counseling or therapeutic interviews to assist individual to gain insight into personal problems, define goals, and plan action reflecting interest, abilities, and needs
  •  Documents in medical record according to requirements of company and regulatory agencies
  •  Evaluates data to identify causes of problem of individuals and to determine advisability of counseling or may refer to other specialist or institutions
  •  Maintain and ensures HIPAA, ethical standards and professional boundaries with all staff and clients
  •  Follows up results of counseling to determine reliability and validity of treatment used
  •  May be required to provide a minimum number of hours weekly, as specified by supervisor or director
  •  May provide consultation/education to community service clubs, organizations, school districts, human service agencies, hospitals, and various county departments
  •  May provide linkages to intensive interventions to develop skills aimed at mediating the effects of mental crisis, trauma, or depression
  •  May teach various educational classes (parenting, domestic violence, anger management, etc.) and provide on-site therapy in schools
  •  Monthly Productivity Requirement is 100 hours or as determined by supervisor/program
  •  May be required to spend up to 80% of time counseling individual (adult and children), group and family therapy; students or working with parents/caretakers on and/or off-site
  •  Transport clients to accommodate community relationships. Use of personal car or vehicle is required
  •  May handle as assigned of On-Call Phone / After Hours duties
  •  Other duties as assigned or necessary to support the client, program and the company

 
Perks of this role: 
  • Competitive pay starting at $36/hour
  • Qualifies for Public Service Load Forgiveness
 
What we offer:
 
Full Time Employees:
 
  • Paid vacation days that increase with tenure
  • Separate sick leave that rolls over each year*
  • up to 10 Paid holidays*
  • Medical, Dental, Vision benefit plan options
  • DailyPay- Access to your daily earnings without waiting for payday*
  • Training, Development and Continuing Education Credits for licensure requirements
All Employees:
  • 401K
  • Free licensure supervision
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance program
  • Perks @Clarvida - national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Cellphone stipend
 
Work Location 
Santa Ana, CA – On-site 
Employment Type 
Full-time 
 
How to Apply 
If you’re passionate about mental health care and helping clients achieve independence and empowerment, we encourage you to apply. Click “Apply Now” to join our dedicated team focused on growth, compassion, and community impact. 
 
About Clarvida 
Clarvida is a trusted provider of behavioral health and human services across multiple states. Our trauma-informed, recovery-focused approach supports individuals and families with culturally responsive and evidence-based care. 
 
Learn more:  www.clarvida.com/mission-vision-and-values  
Explore other opportunities:  www.clarvida.com/working-at-clarvida  
 
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. 
 
Fraud Alert 
Clarvida does not charge application fees or conduct interviews via messaging apps. Legitimate job communications come only from Clarvida.com emails or verified LinkedIn accounts. 

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