Mental Health Therapist

Behavioral Health Specialist

Vivo HealthStaff is recruiting for a Behavioral Health Specialist in California. This is a full-time position providing therapy and behavioral health support in a clinical, team-based setting.

We are seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Psychologist to join a multidisciplinary care team dedicated to serving medically complex and aging patients. The Behavioral Health Specialist will oversee a caseload of patients, provide therapeutic interventions, and contribute to care planning and behavioral health coordination within a clinic-based model.

Position Details:

• Job Title: Behavioral Health Specialist
• Location: California (on-site or hybrid depending on clinic)
• Schedule: Full-Time, Monday to Friday
• Employment Type: Permanent

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct behavioral health assessments to identify the mental health needs, preferences, and goals of clinic patients
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to develop patient-specific behavioral health goals and care plans
• Deliver and document behavioral health services including symptom management, individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and resource coordination
• Provide psychotherapy services using modalities appropriate to the patient population (e.g., counseling, psychosocial interventions, expressive therapies)
• Collaborate with medical and social work teams to ensure a cohesive approach to patient care
• Provide staff education and support related to behavioral health needs and best practices

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Social Work or Doctorate in Psychology
• Active California license as an LCSW or Licensed Psychologist
• At least five (5) years of experience conducting therapy, behavioral health assessments, and managing care planning needs
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with older adults or medically complex patients
• Strong clinical documentation and organizational skills

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off including 17 PTO days, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave
• Advancement opportunities and internal mobility
• Collaborative team culture with mission-driven work
• Supportive orientation and clinical onboarding