Clinician I (438) (Education)

Kings View is a nonprofit leader in providing behavioral health services to the underserved community, is currently seeking a driven Clinician I to join our mission to provide compassionate services to those with limited resources. Our ideal candidate will have a passion to promote social justice and societal awareness, respect for human dignity, and lead with integrity while listening and responding to the community in need.


Clinician I (438)Porterville, CA


The Clinician I serves as an effective liaison between Kings View and community partners while providing direct mental health services to consumers under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor. This position requires entry-level ability in diagnostic evaluation, assessment, treatment planning, psychotherapy, and the use of various therapy modalities. The Clinician I plays a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely documentation of consumer records and maintaining productivity goals.


How will I contribute

Provide direct mental health services to consumers, including assessments, treatment planning, and psychotherapy.
Serve as a liaison between Kings View and community partners, facilitating communication and collaboration as needed.
Maintain clear, accurate, and concise consumer records, ensuring documentation is completed on the same day as the service 80% of the time.
Ensure adherence to documentation requirements in the County HHSA Management Information System by completing Electronic Service Activity Logs (ESALs) at the end of each shift.
Work to meet a 70% productivity goal, ensuring a consistent and efficient service delivery.
Provide professional linkage and consultation with outside entities to support consumers and enhance the continuum of care.
Assist in coordinating services for clients, ensuring their mental health needs are met across different agencies and programs.
Assist the Clinical Supervisor/Manager with various tasks and responsibilities as requested or required.
Collaborate with team members to ensure the highest quality of care is provided to consumers.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall functioning and success of the program.
May encounter risk of working with persons with SMI (serious mental illness) that may include, but not limited to persons in mental health crisis, persons that may be intoxicated or impaired by drugs or alcohol, persons who may be DTO (danger to others), DTS (Danger to Self), or GD (Gravely Disabled). If such situations arise, staff will be required to call local emergency personnel to help deescalate the crisis, use crisis intervention techniques, and consult with supervisor as soon as practically possible.

What I bring

Master's degree: Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field.
Current Associate Licensure ASW, AMFT, APCC. Must have a National Provider Identification (NPI) number or obtain an NPI number prior to start date.
1 year experience or training in diagnostic evaluation, assessment, treatment planning, and psychotherapy.
Ability to organize tasks efficiently, manage time effectively, and communicate clearly. The role requires operating office equipment, learning new software quickly, and maintaining attention to detail in all tasks. Adaptability to new technologies and handling basic administrative functions with minimal supervision are also important. May require the ability to obtain credentialing through the local County Managed Care Department.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams. Detail-oriented, organized, and reliable. Strong communication skills and a proactive attitude are essential for assisting with various tasks. Flexibility, a willingness to learn, and the ability to handle multiple responsibilities are important characteristics for success in the role.
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

The Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
401k plan
Vacation time
Twelve (12) Paid Holidays
Education Reimbursement Program up to $1000 per year
Referral Program
Employee Assistance Program
An environment of like-minded people reaching for the same goal
Serving the underserved community
A sense of purpose

Who We Are

Since 1951, Kings View leads the community in providing behavioral health services to the underserved population. We have a strong tradition of commitment, and we focus on serving rural communities where health resources are often limited. Our people treat the community with care and compassion. We stand by our cornerstone and philosophy of valuing each person's worth, dignity and wholeness in body, mind, and spirit. Our principal core values echo throughout the organization and into our patient-focused programs. At Kings View we are dedicated to continuing our demonstration in the unparalleled commitment to wellness and recovery within each community we serve. Join us and apply today.