Remote Mental Health Therapist (LCSW, LPCC, LMFT) / $55K–$116K / Teletherapy for CA Youth

Daybreak Health • Full-time • Remote (Remote from California, United States) • $55,000 - $116,000 / year • 3w ago

Fast Facts

Join Daybreak Health as a Remote Mental Health Therapist, where you will provide teletherapy to California youth and collaborate with schools and families to enhance mental health support.

Responsibilities: Deliver teletherapy, build therapeutic relationships, provide psychoeducation, and contribute to clinical program growth.

Skills: Active LCSW, LPCC, or LMFT license in California; experience with youth in clinical settings; strong telehealth skills; commitment to culturally responsive care.

Qualifications: Experience working with youth and families; associates are not accepted for this position.

Location: Fully remote, must be licensed in California.

Compensation: $55000 - $116000 / Annually

Daybreak Health is on a mission to make high-quality mental health care accessible to every young person in California. We’re looking for California fully licensed LCSW, LPCC, or LMFT clinicians to deliver teletherapy in partnership with schools, families, and community organizations—right from your home office.

Location: Fully remote (must be licensed in California)

Employment Type: W-2 with full benefits OR 1099 contract

Salary/Pay Range:

W-2: $55,000–$116,000 annual (bi-weekly standardized payment)
1099: $70–$90 hourly (plus no-show & late-cancel pay)

What You’ll Do

Deliver evidence-based teletherapy to children and adolescents via our EHR/telehealth platform.
Build strong therapeutic relationships with youth, families, and school partners.
Provide psychoeducation and clinical guidance to parents and caregivers.
Collaborate in case consultations and ongoing professional development.
Contribute to program growth—help refine Daybreak’s clinical offerings.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Flexible Schedule: Set hours Monday–Friday (3 PM–8 PM) + optional weekends (8am-5pm)
Full Benefits (W-2): Medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, CEUs, supervisor support for the W-2 role
Daybreak covers around 90% of medical premiums, and 100% of dental and vision premiums for W2 employees
Daybreak covers around 65% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for all eligible dependents
Choose between two comprehensive health plans: Kaiser and Anthem (Blue Cross Blue Shield)
Contract Perks (1099): Low weekly caseload minimum (5 sessions), bilingual pay, cross-license bonuses for the 1099 role
All-Inclusive Platform: We handle billing, credentialing, scheduling—so you focus on care
Supportive Community: Peer consultation, a collaborative clinical network, equity-focused culture

License & Experience Requirements

Active LCSW, LPCC, or LMFT license in California
Experience working with youth and families in clinical or school settings
Strong telehealth skills and reliable high-speed internet connection
Commitment to culturally responsive care and equity
Associates NOT accepted for the W2 or 1099 position

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Daybreak Health, we embrace diversity and inclusion and are committed to equity and opportunity for all. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including those from diverse communities such as race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, age, religion, and socioeconomic background.