--- title: Field Based Mental Health Clinician at STARS description: STARS is hiring for the Field Based Mental Health Clinician role in Fresno, CA. Pays $75K–$85K per year. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/associate-mental-health-clinician-at-stars-01a133f5-092d-7da9-a962-6fee5b170548 date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join STARS as Field Based Mental Health Clinician in Fresno, CA. Pays $75K–$85K per year. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/ohvqvj.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | STARS | | **Location** | Fresno, CA | | **Salary** | $75K/yr - $85K/yr | | **Type** | Intern | | **Posted** | Oct 12, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for STARS. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for STARS. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $61,000 – $73,000 a year (median $72,000). ## Description # **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. **Job Title:** Associate Mental Health Clinician (ACSW, APCC, AMFT) **Division/Program:** Adult Continuum of Care (ACC) **Starting Compensation:** 75000 - 85000 USD Per Year **Working Location:** Fresno County (Includes Fresno and surrounding cities) **Working Hours/Shift:** 4-day/10-hour schedule (Monday–Thursday or Tuesday–Friday), based on availability. Hours may vary to meet client needs **Why Join Our Team?**  - **Competitive Compensation**: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience. - **Generous Time Off**: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay. **Comprehensive Benefits Package**: - Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage. - Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle. **Professional Growth Opportunities**: - On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities. - Career development programs designed to help you grow. - Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable). **Employee Recognition & Rewards**: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication **What you bring to SBHG:** **Education:** -  Master’s degree in social work, marriage and family therapy, or psychology from an accredited college or university. **Licensure & Registration (by position level):** - Mental Health Specialist II: Active registration with the California BBS as an Associate (AMFT, ACSW, or APCC). - Mental Health Specialist III: Active California licensure as an LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC. **Experience:** - At least one (1) year of direct service experience in a mental health setting (relevant student internship or practicum hours count toward this requirement). - Experience working in a community-based therapy setting is preferred. **Requirements**: - A valid California Driver’s License and compliance with Agency driving eligibility criteria. **How you will make a difference:** This role has the primary responsibility for assessing the immediate and ongoing needs of youth and families and developing treatment plans in collaboration with the treatment team. Provides individual, family, and group therapy services using trauma-informed and client-centered approaches. Facilitates treatment team meetings, supports crisis intervention, and helps connect clients and families with appropriate resources and services. Delivers services in a variety of settings, including homes, schools, community locations, and the office, and participates in an on-call rotation to provide support during crises. **Division/Program Overview:**  - **Population Served:** Serving adults, 18 plus - **Facility & Setting:** Outpatient community-based services and support. Delivers client services throughout Fresno County within designated county limits. May be required to transport clients/client family members utilizing personal vehicle. - **Clinical Services:** Individual Counseling. - **Skills & Services:** Medication management, Housing, Education, and Vocational Support services. - **Role specific Benefits & Reimbursements:** *Mileage reimbursement included at a rate of $0.85 per mile and Monthly stipend included (Cell phone / Internet)* **Learn more about SBHG at**: **For Additional Information:** CencalJobs@Starsinc.com ## Skills - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (Lpcc) - Marriage And Family Therapy - Licensed Marriage And Family Therapist - Client Service - Human Resources - Driving - Licensed Clinical Social Worker ## Benefits - Professional Development - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Employee Programs - Transportation ## Related - [Social Services & Nonprofits jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/social-services-and-nonprofits?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Social Work & Counseling jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/social-services-and-nonprofits/social-work-and-counseling?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Mental Health Therapist jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/social-services-and-nonprofits/social-work-and-counseling/mental-health-therapist?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related pages - [California](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 260764 jobs - [Ambulance Services](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/healthcare/ambulance-services?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 2497 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)