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Santa Cruz Community Health

Driven by a 51-year commitment to health care as a human right, Santa Cruz Community Health is a leading nonprofit provider of comprehensive health services.

We operate: Live Oak Health Center, SC Mountain Health Center and SC Women's Health Center. Through the Santa Cruz Women’s Health Center and the East Cliff Family Health Center, SCCHC (a Federally Qualified Health Center) provides comprehensive primary care services in English and Spanish to all ages, genders, ethnicities, abilities and sexual identities and orientations, regardless of their abili

ty to pay. Seeded by the Santa Cruz Women’s Health Center, SCCHC is driven by its originator’s 40-year commitment to social justice and access to health care as human right. Its mission remains constant: to provide quality health services and advocate the feminist goals of social, political, and economic equality. SCCHC’s health centers deliver high-quality care through compassionate, dedicated medical providers, health educators, and administrative staff. SCCHC’s clinics offer primary care, pediatrics, integrated behavioral health, prenatal care and education, chronic disease management, health insurance enrollment, and more.

04/13/2026

We’re Hiring: Intake/Triage Behavioral Health Provider (BHP I or II)

As our Intake/Triage Behavioral Health Provider, you’ll be the front line of behavioral health services—reviewing referrals, conducting intakes, supporting patients in crisis, and connecting them to the care they need. You’ll work side-by-side with medical providers, psychiatry, nurses, and case managers in a collaborative, fast-paced primary care setting.

✨ What you’ll do:
• Serve as the primary point person for risk assessments & crisis intervention
• Screen and intake new behavioral health patients
• Provide urgent support across visits, walk-ins, and calls
• Coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team
• Connect patients to services like Psychiatry, OBAT, and Enhanced Case Management

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and be part of something meaningful. 💼✨

https://lnkd.in/gWCZT68Y

04/10/2026

Community health centers like Santa Cruz Community Health are a cornerstone of care in our region—serving tens of thousands of patients each year with primary care, prenatal services, behavioral health, and more.

But today, access to that care is under threat. Proposed state budget cuts could eliminate critical funding, resulting in devastating losses for community clinics and the patients who rely on them. For SCCH alone, this could mean a $2.3 million annual loss—impacting thousands of patients each year.

Without this support, clinics may be forced to reduce services, cut staff, or close their doors altogether—leaving communities with fewer options and increasing reliance on emergency rooms.

We believe everyone deserves access to high-quality, compassionate care.

Protect patients. Protect access to care.

04/08/2026

💉 Adolescent Immunization Action Week 2026
Protection follows you - at every stage of life.

At Santa Cruz Community Health, we’re committed to helping adolescents stay healthy through recommended vaccines that protect against serious diseases now and in the future.

This week, we’re encouraging families to stay up to date on immunizations and prioritize preventive care for their teens.

Because protection today builds a healthier tomorrow. 💜

04/07/2026

Join our team and make a real impact in our community 💙

We’re hiring an Outreach & Enrollment Specialist at Santa Cruz Community Health (SCCH)! In this role, you’ll help connect community members to essential resources by enrolling patients in Medi-Cal, Covered California, Kaiser Community Health Coverage, and CalFresh. You’ll also support patients with re-enrollment, troubleshoot coverage issues, and meet people where they are through community events, partnerships, and outreach efforts.

Right now, helping people get and keep Medi-Cal and CalFresh means navigating constant policy changes, preventing coverage loss, and ensuring families don’t fall through the cracks when they need care and food the most.

This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about health equity, enjoys being out in the community, and wants to ensure everyone has access to the care and services they deserve.

Be the bridge between our community and life-changing resources.

Apply today and help us expand access to care in Santa Cruz County ✨

https://www.schealthcenters.org/careers/

04/03/2026

💜 We’re hiring!

Join the team at Santa Cruz Community Health and help us make a difference in our community every day.
We’re currently hiring for:

✨ Human Resources Assistant
✨ Outreach and Enrollment Specialist
✨ Behavioral Health Provider

If you’re passionate about expanding access to care and supporting community health, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Learn more and apply: www.schealthcenters.org/careers (link in bio)

04/01/2026

🌱 Rooted. Ready. Relentless.

Our 2025 Annual Report is here! 🌟

This past year, Santa Cruz Community Health remained deeply rooted in our community, ready to meet growing needs, and relentless in our commitment to equitable, compassionate care.

Explore the impact we made together from expanded services to thousands of patient visits, and see how your support helps make it all possible. 💜

Read our 2025 Annual Report. https://www.schealthcenters.org/annual_reports/2025-annual-report/

03/31/2026

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

We are thrilled to welcome 8 outstanding new residents who will be joining us this July! These future healthcare leaders bring passion, dedication, and diverse experiences that will enrich our program and community.

All 8 of our PGY1 spots are officially matched—and we couldn’t be more excited about this very strong group of residents joining us this July.

Huge thanks to Dr. Hennessy and Dr. Rubin, who led our recruitment efforts and helped us match 100% of our positions. The future of community health is bright! 🌟

03/20/2026

“Every moment is an organizing opportunity, every person a potential activist, every minute a chance to change the world.” — Dolores Huerta

As we mark Women’s History Month, we honor the courage and legacy of Dolores Huerta, a trailblazing labor leader, Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient, and the voice behind “Sí, se puede” (“Yes, we can”).

This week, at age 95, Dolores Huerta broke a 60-year silence to share her truth: she was sexually assaulted by Cesar Chavez, her co-founder in the United Farm Workers movement, in the 1960s. For decades, she carried this burden in private, fearing that the truth might harm the movement she helped build. Her decision to speak out now is an act of profound bravery and a call for all of us to stand with survivors.

Huerta’s life has been defined by resilience. In 1988, she survived a brutal beating by police during a peaceful protest, an experience that only strengthened her resolve to fight for justice and against violence in all forms, especially violence against women. She has always championed the right of every woman to live, lead, and organize free from fear.

At Santa Cruz Community Health, our legacy as a women’s health collective grounds our commitment to advancing equity, safety, and dignity for all. We are proud to stand with Dolores Huerta and all survivors, continuing our work to create a community where everyone can thrive without fear.

Violence against women is not just a women’s issue; it is a human rights issue. As we celebrate Women’s History Month, let’s honor Dolores Huerta with action. Stand with us: support survivors in our community, advocate for protection against gender-based violence, and foster safe, equitable workplaces for all. Together, we can build a world where everyone thrives in safety and dignity.

Thank you for standing with us. Thank you for standing with Dolores.

03/12/2026

Before heading to the Emergency Department or urgent care, give us a call first. Our care team may be able to see you the same day and help you get the care you need.

Your health matters, and starting with your primary care team helps ensure you receive the right care at the right time.

Call us to schedule an appointment: (831) 427-3500.

Antes de ir a la sala de emergencias o a atención de urgencias, llámenos primero. Nuestro equipo de atención médica puede ayudarle a programar una cita, incluso el mismo día, para atender sus necesidades de salud.

Su salud es importante. Al comenzar con su equipo de atención primaria, podemos ayudarle a recibir la atención adecuada en el momento adecuado.

Llame para programar una cita: (831) 427-3500.

02/26/2026

We’re excited to welcome Dr. Stephanie Chang as the new Chief Medical Officer at Santa Cruz Community Health! 🎉

Dr. Chang brings strong leadership, clinical excellence, and a deep commitment to community-centered care. “Her strategic vision and collaborative approach make her the right leader for this moment,” said CEO Anita Aguirre.

Join us in congratulating Dr. Chang as she steps into this vital role and continues advancing compassionate, high-quality care for our community. ✨

02/21/2026

Join us this tomorrow for the 48th Annual Roe v. Wade Brunch, “Beyond Roe: Abortion Access and the Road Ahead”, a longstanding tradition of the Reproductive Rights Network of Santa Cruz County, honoring the legacy of Roe v. Wade.

📅 Saturday, February 21, 2026
🕥 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
📍 Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium

This year’s brunch will feature two keynote speakers, Amy Merrill (Plan C) and Rebecca Nall (I need an A), who will discuss the current state of abortion access in the United States and the path forward as we continue the ongoing fight for reproductive freedom.

To honor accessibility and community care, tickets are sliding scale from $0–$25. Students attend free with student ID, as long as they register.

🎟️ Tickets available now — scan the QR code to register, or visit the link in our bio!

02/19/2026

Join us this Saturday for the 48th Annual Roe v. Wade Brunch, “Beyond Roe: Abortion Access and the Road Ahead”, a longstanding tradition of the Reproductive Rights Network of Santa Cruz County, honoring the legacy of Roe v. Wade.

📅 Saturday, February 21, 2026
🕥 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
📍 Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium

This year’s brunch will feature two keynote speakers, Amy Merrill (Plan C) and Rebecca Nall (I need an A), who will discuss the current state of abortion access in the United States and the path forward as we continue the ongoing fight for reproductive freedom.

To honor accessibility and community care, tickets are sliding scale from $0–$25. Students attend free with student ID, as long as they register.

🎟️ Tickets available now — scan the QR code to register, or visit the link in our bio!

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Santa Cruz, CA

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 6pm
	6pm - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm
	6pm - 7pm
Saturday	8am - 1pm

Telephone

+18314273500

Website

http://www.schealthcenters.org/

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