MH Clinician I - Unlicensed

Description Clinician I (Unlicensed) -

MCRT Location:

Hanford, CA Position Type:

Full-Time |

Exempt Salary Range:

$38.46 - $44.99 per hour Join Our Mission At Kings View, every role contributes to something bigger — improving lives and strengthening communities. We are committed to providing behavioral health and social services to those with limited resources, guided by compassion, excellence, and respect.

Position Overview:

Kings View is seeking a Clinician I (Unlicensed) to join the Hanford Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT). This role provides field-based crisis response services for individuals of all ages experiencing mental health or substance use crises throughout Kings County. The Clinician I responds independently to crisis situations, provides assessment and intervention services, supports stabilization efforts, and assists individuals in remaining safely within their communities.

Key Responsibilities:

Crisis Intervention & Assessment:

Respond to behavioral health crisis calls throughout Kings County Conduct crisis triage, risk assessments, and mental health evaluations Develop safety plans and determine need for 5150/5585 placements Provide onsite therapeutic interventions and de-escalation support Assist with crisis stabilization and diversion from hospitals and jails

Care Coordination & Follow-Up:

Provide case management and aftercare services Coordinate referrals and linkage to community resources Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies Provide consultations and support to law enforcement and first responders

Documentation & Compliance:

Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation Ensure compliance with HIPAA, COA, CCBHC, and CalAIM standards Complete required provider enrollment forms and reports

Program Support:

Participate in on-call rotation as required Support community outreach, trainings, and agency initiatives Assist with Crisis Intervention Officer Training and ride-alongs

What You'll Bring:

Required Qualifications:

Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or related field Current Associate Licensure (ASW, AMFT, APCC) National Provider Identifier (NPI) or ability to obtain prior to start Valid California Driver's License (Class C)

Required Experience:

One (1) year experience providing crisis management and/or mental health services

Required Skills:

Strong crisis intervention and de-escalation skills Ability to assess DTS, DTO, and GD risk factors Strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities Effective communication and documentation skills Ability to utilize electronic health record systems

Preferred Qualifications:

Substance abuse clinical experience preferred Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Professional Attributes:

Calm and composed under pressure Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills Compassionate and client-centered approach Adaptable and collaborative team member

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Background check Drug screening if applicable Live Scan / DOJ fingerprinting if applicable

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Kings View is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ADA Statement:

Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with applicable laws.