Mayra Pelagio
Program Participant
"Environmental science was the thread that linked my life back in Mexico to my new community in San Jose."
“The Mental Health Career Program has opened the doors to incredible people and an empowering community. It has given me hope that I can get through this journey of career licensing.” — Julio Cesar Zamarripa, Mental Health Career Program Participant
Immigrants Rising’s Career Development Program will provide undocumented professionals in California with the career-specific hands-on training, professional development, and mentoring they need to launch their careers.
Receive supervision, training, and mentorship from licensed therapists and gain hours towards your licensure in California while providing pro-bono mental health services to undocumented individuals.
Program Benefits
General Requirements
Watch the Informational Webinar from Thursday, July 7, 2022
Read the Program Description & FAQ
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