Mental Health Therapist (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC)

Wellpath • Hanford, CA

5d

About The Position

The Mental Health Professional provides direct clinical services to persons served under the direction of clinical leadership. The role conducts mental health screenings and assessments, completes treatment plans, and delivers individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and consultation services. The position completes clinical documentation, supports pre-release planning for CalAIM-eligible individuals, and provides training, consultation, and information to facility staff as required.

This part-time role involves working with people who may have severe mental illness, substance use and withdrawal concerns, and crisis needs. Candidates should be comfortable with brief, solution-focused interventions, crisis management, boundary setting, interdisciplinary collaboration, and emotional resilience. The work also focuses on 5150/5250 mechanics, Title 15 and BSCC Standards, and CalAIM continuity of care.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or another related mental health discipline.
• Licensed or license-eligible in the state of practice, such as LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LMHC, or Psychologist.
• Maintain all licensures, certifications, and continuing education requirements.
• Reside in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of experience preferred.
• Experience with substance use disorders and Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) preferred.
• Comfort with crisis management, severe mental illness, brief solution-focused interventions, substance use and withdrawal awareness, boundary setting and manipulation awareness, interdisciplinary collaboration, and emotional resilience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical, consultation, and counseling services in accordance with policies, procedures, and professional standards.
• Conduct mental health screenings and assessments and complete treatment plans, including ASAM tools when needed.
• Respond to sick call requests and referrals, and provide crisis intervention services.
• Complete required clinical documentation and document services in CorEMR as appropriate.
• Support pre-release planning and quality assurance activities.
• Provide training and consultation to facility staff.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• DailyPay
• Tuition assistance and dependent scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including free counseling and health coaching
• Company-paid life insurance
• Tax-free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time