Therapist

Company: ComoCare
Location: Visalia
Posted on: January 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description About Us ComoCare is a behavioral health provider built to support community health centers and the people they serve. We deliver in-person intensive outpatient therapy (IOP) to communities that have historically been underserved in behavioral health care. Como partners with federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) to provide integrated behavioral health care where the patient receive whole-person care in one setting. Our team uses proven, evidence-based approaches to help individuals facing challenges such as substance use, mood disorders, and trauma — all in partnership with the trusted local health centers that know their patients best. At Como, we’re driven by one goal: making high-quality behavioral health care accessible to everyone who needs it. Role Description As a Therapist at Como, you’ll play a central role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to patients participating in our IOP. You’ll lead group therapy sessions, build strong therapeutic relationships, and collaborate with our care team to ensure each patient’s treatment plan supports lasting improvement and recovery. As a Como therapist, you will support refining the clinical curriculum as the program evolves and expands. ComoCare Provider of California Professional Corporation (the “Professional Corporation”) seeks a licensed California clinician to provide high-quality clinical medical services to patients of the Professional Corporation. The Clinician will exercise independent medical judgment in all clinical matters and will practice in accordance with applicable federal and California laws, professional standards, and ethical obligations. The Professional Corporation has engaged a management services organization (“MSO”) to provide the Professional Corporation with certain non-clinical administrative and management services. Nothing in this relationship alters or limits the Clinician’s independent clinical judgment or professional obligations. Responsibilities include, but not limited to, the following: · Provide high-quality, evidence-based individual and group therapy within Como’s intensive outpatient program (IOP) model · Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care that meets each individual’s unique behavioral health needs · Support patients through the full course of care — from intake to completion — ensuring strong engagement and retention · Monitor progress, outcomes, and adherence to care plans while maintaining accurate clinical documentation · Collaborate with other members of the care team to coordinate holistic support for each patient · Contribute to the ongoing refinement of Como’s clinical curriculum and care delivery model based on real-world insights · Communicate and partner with the patient’s FQHC care team, including but not limited to the patient’s primary care provider and existing behavioral health provider, to ensure each patient receives the appropriate care and resources · Track and help drive key performance indicators (KPIs) including clinical quality, retention, completion, and patient satisfaction (NPS) Professional & Compliance Responsibilities · Maintain an unrestricted California license and all required DEA registrations, certifications, and any applicable hospital privileges. · Comply with Professional Corporation policies related to patient care, documentation, confidentiality, HIPAA, and professional conduct. · Adhere to ethical standards established by applicable medical boards and professional organizations. Scope of Authority · The Clinician shall have sole authority and responsibility over all his/her clinical decisions and patient care matters · The Clinician shall not be subject to control or direction by the MSO with respect to the practice of medicine, clinical judgment, or professional decision-making · The Clinician shall not engage in any activity that would cause the Professional Corporation or MSO to violate California’s corporate practice of medicine restrictions. Reporting: This role will report to the Clinical Director Required Qualifications · Licensed behavioral health clinician (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LCPC, or equivalent) or other clinical license as required by state regulations · 4–5 years of experience providing behavioral health services in outpatient or community-based settings · Experience facilitating both group sessions and one-on-one counseling · Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary care teams for behavioral health patients, including primary care · Demonstrated ability to build rapport, establish trust, and deliver trauma-informed care · High empathy quotient with a strong commitment to patient-centered care · Bilingual or multilingual capabilities, including Spanish · Excellent communication, documentation, and collaboration skills Preferred Qualifications · Experience working within community health centers or similar settings · Background in intensive outpatient (IOP) or partial hospitalization (PHP) programs · Familiarity with evidence-based treatment modalities such as CBT, DBT, MI, or ACT · Experience using electronic health records (EHR) systems · Self-starter with the ability to thrive in a collaborative, mission-driven environment · Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy Some of the benefits of our comprehensive benefits package includes: · Health, Dental, Vision insurance · Competitive pay · Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave You will collaborate with like-minded health care professionals who, like you, understand the importance and value of Como’s high-quality, behavioral health care. Como is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally-protected characteristics. Como is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email careers@comocare.com for assistance. Reasonable accommodation will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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