Mental Health Specialist II

About the role

Partner with us in making a positive change! Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare. The position is located in Irvine, CA.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients at start of engagement/treatment and as needed.
• Develop and maintain treatment plans.
• Conduct family collateral and discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related mental health field (recent graduates welcome).
• Licensure: Registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) as an Associate (AMFT, ACSW, or APCC).
• Compliance & Safety: Must be 18 years of age or older; valid California Driver’s License with acceptable record; First Aid certification from an approved provider (or ability to obtain upon hire).

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Generous time off (ample vacation and holiday pay).
• Comprehensive benefits package: employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; additional voluntary benefits.
• Professional growth opportunities: on-the-job training, paid CEU opportunities, career development programs, supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
• Employee recognition and rewards: a culture that celebrates and rewards hard work and dedication.

Pay

Starting compensation: $67,000 – $77,000 USD per hour.

Schedule

Working hours/shift: Tuesday – Saturday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM.

For additional information: mlawrence@starsinc.com