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Mental Health Specialist I

Stars Behavioral Health Group
Coachella, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/8/2026 CLOSED ON 8/6/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Specialist I position at Stars Behavioral Health Group?

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Job Title

Mental Health Specialist I

Division/Program

Coachella: Coachella Center

Starting Compensation

19.00 - 22.07 USD Per Hour

Working Location:

Coachella, CA

Working Hours/Shift

8 Hour AM Shift (Monday - Friday)

Why Join Our Team?


  • Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
  • Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package:
    • Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
    • Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
  • Professional Growth Opportunities:
    • On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
    • Career development programs designed to help you grow.
    • Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).


Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication

What You Bring To SBHG


  • Valid California Driver's License
  • Two (2) years’ experience working in the Mental Health Field; OR
  • Sixty (60) semester hours of college course work in child development, psychology or a related field
  • Ability to work effectively with clients and caregivers from diverse cultural backgrounds
  • Knowledge of Community Resources, especially related to the Mental Health field, is highly desirable to make appropriate linkages


How You Will Make a Difference

This position has primary responsibility for mental health services and case management services to children, adolescents. adults and their families. The Mental Health Specialist provides mental health services including engagement, assessment and evaluation, and other services to clients referred to the Community Services Program. Acts as liaison with external agencies and functions on teams with other clinical & support staff. Documents and bills for mental health and case management services and completes outcomes information.

Division/Program Overview


  • Centers provide outpatient mental health services to children and their families.
  • Working with children of all ages, at home, at school and in the community


Services Include


  • Individual therapy
  • Group therapy
  • Family counseling
  • Case management
  • Rehabilitative/Skill building services
  • Medication management and support


Learn more about SBHG at: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/

For Additional Information

mlawrence@starsinc.com

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