Mood Health·Santa Cruz, California
The PMHNP will provide in-person and telehealth psychiatric care to adolescents and adults, conducting evaluations and developing treatment plans. Responsibilities also include prescribing medications and maintaining clinical documentation.
MOOD is an ambitious, mission-driven mental health startup reinventing the care experience to help patients live their best lives. Our goal is to democratize access to high-quality mental health care by making treatment effective, accessible, and personal.
We provide collaborative support, ongoing consultation, and value a workplace culture that is flexible, human-centered, and clinically excellent. We’re growing fast and looking for exceptional clinicians excited to join a passionate team that’s reshaping mental health care.
We’re hiring a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our team in Salinas, CA. This is a W2, in-person role providing psychiatric care to patients aged 11 and up. The role includes a hybrid model: providing in-person care from our Salinas office, with the option to see some patients via telehealth.
As a MOOD provider, you’ll treat a range of conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and schizoaffective disorder. This position is ideal for a clinician seeking meaningful, flexible, and supported psychiatric practice in a dynamic environment.
This is a unique opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking practice, delivering high-quality, compassionate care in a supportive and innovative environment. If you're passionate about improving mental health care and want to help shape the future of psychiatric services, we’d love to hear from you.
At MOOD, we believe great care starts with a great team—and great teams are diverse.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome people of all races, backgrounds, identities, abilities, and experiences.
No matter where you come from, what you believe, or how you identify, you are welcome here.
We’re committed to fair hiring practices and fostering an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.
We believe in the power of differences—and we’re glad you’re considering joining us.
Need accommodations during your application or interview process? Just reach out—we’ve got you.
Pay: $90—$100 USD
Candidates must have an active California PMHNP license and at least 2 years of experience treating adolescents and adults. Experience with conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, and depression is required.
Market context
In California, behavioral-health roles tied to substance use disorder counseling and case management are typically supported by ongoing community and treatment-program demand. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma, at least 2 years of SUD counseling or case management experience, and current Registered or Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor status. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and note that professional development and paid continuing education are listed as benefits.
