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Pre Licensed Therapist

Clarvida - California·Ridgecrest, California

$33 - $36/hrFull TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 1 month ago
Practice for this role

Pre Licensed Therapist · $33 - $36/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -15% vs. median posted rate for behavioral health roles in California ($39.00/hr, n=5286)
  • 9 similar openings in the Ridgecrest area
$6.00/hr · p10p90 · $14,331/hr
this role: $33.00/hrmedian $39.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 5,286 posted behavioral health roles in California rates. This role sits in the 38th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 15% below the California median for behavioral health roles.

The Pre-Licensed Therapist will provide individual, group, family, and couples counseling to assist clients in achieving personal and social development. They are responsible for ensuring mental health treatment services are delivered in a manner that maximizes client independence and family empowerment.

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.

About your

Role: We are seeking a Pre-Licensed Therapist for our Ridgecrest location. As a Pre-Licensed Therapist, you will work to ensure mental health treatment services are provided in a way that maximizes client independence and family empowerment. Providing individual, group, family and couples counseling services to assist individuals in achieving more effective personal, social, education and vocational development and adjustment.

Pay

$33-36/hr Does the following apply to you?

Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related field from an accredited school Valid Registration as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, Associate Professional Clinical Counselor or Associate Clinical Social Worker Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working with mental health patients (inpatient and outpatient) Valid CA driver’s license and active auto insurance

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 Ridgecrest, CA – On-site Employment Type Full-time Salary $33-36/hr

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.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling and possess a valid registration as an AMFT, APCC, or ACSW. A minimum of two years of experience in mental health settings and a valid driver’s license are required.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Treatment planning
  • Individual counseling
  • Family counseling
  • Group counseling
  • Crisis intervention
  • Case management
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Behavioral health
  • Clinical documentation
  • Clinical supervision
  • Social work
  • Psychological assessment
  • Couples counseling
  • Mental health treatment
  • Client empowerment
  • Recovery-focused approach

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401k
  • Paid vacation
  • Medical insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Sick leave
  • Training
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • DailyPay
  • Employee assistance program
  • Pet insurance
  • Licensure supervision
  • Cellphone stipend
  • Continuing education credits

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$33 - $36/hr
Location
Ridgecrest, California
Posted
Jul 27, 2026
Application
Employer website
Clarvida - California logo

Hiring organization

Clarvida - California

For more than 50 years, Clarvida has provided trusted behavioral and mental healthcare services to children and adults throughout the United States. Through a broad range of services—such as outpatient therapy, foster care and child and family services, autism services, and...

IndustryHealth and Human Services
TypePrivately Held
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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Market context

California behavioral health roles stay in steady demand

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.

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