Description
Position at Clarvida - California
Location: San Diego, CA - On-site/Community-Based
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: $40-$42/hour
Date Posted: 09/02/2026
About the Role
The ACT Team Lead is responsible for providing clinical leadership, operational oversight, and direct supervision to a multidisciplinary Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team serving TAY CLIENTS (16-25yrs) with severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI). This role ensures fidelity to the ACT model while supporting staff development, coordinating community-based services, and delivering direct client care through a recovery-oriented and trauma-informed approach.
Responsibilities
• Supervise and lead an ACT team consisting of Pre-Licensed Therapists, Community Integration Specialists, Co-Occurring Specialists, Peer Support Specialists, Housing Specialists, and Employment Education Specialists
• Provide clinical and administrative supervision, coaching, and performance evaluations
• Lead team meetings, case consultations, and interdisciplinary treatment planning
• Ensure adherence to ACT model standards and program requirements
• Oversee assessment, treatment planning, recovery services, and discharge coordination
• Deliver community-based outreach and direct clinical services in clients' homes and community settings
• Respond to client crises, psychiatric symptoms, and urgent care coordination needs
• Assist with onboarding, training, and professional development of new staff
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with state, county, payer, and organizational requirements
• Collaborate closely with the Clinical Director and multidisciplinary team members to support program goals
• Perform other duties as assigned to support department, program, and organizational operations
Required Qualifications
• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related clinical field
• Active clinical license in California required (LCSW, LMSW, LMFT, LPCC, or equivalent)
• Full licensure preferred; associate-level licensure may be considered for exceptional candidates
• Minimum of 1 to 3 years of experience providing behavioral health services to adults with severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI)
• Prior experience in case management, community mental health, or behavioral healthcare settings
• Previous supervisory, leadership, or team coordination experience preferred
• Strong crisis intervention, clinical assessment, and risk management skills
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership abilities
• Knowledge of community resources, recovery-oriented practices, and multidisciplinary treatment approaches
• Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation systems
All Employees
• 401(k)
• Free licensure supervision
• Pet insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Perks @ Clarvida - national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
• Mileage reimbursement
• Cellphone stipend
(Benefits may vary by state or county)
Work Location
San Diego, CA- Community-based services delivered throughout the local service area with regular office-based team meetings.
Employment Type
Full-time
How to Apply
If you are a licensed behavioral health professional passionate about leading multidisciplinary teams and supporting individuals with severe mental illness through community-based care, click "Apply Now" to submit your application.
Learn more: http://www.clarvida.com/mission-vision-and-values/
See other opportunities: https://www.clarvida.com/working-at-clarvida
Keywords
ACT Team Lead, Clinical Supervisor, LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, Community Mental Health, Assertive Community Treatment, Behavioral Health, Crisis Intervention, Clinical Leadership, Mental Health Services, SPMI, Case Management, Recovery-Oriented Care, Clarvida Careers.
