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Remote Mental Health Therapist - LCSW, LPCC, LMFT

Daybreak Health
🇺🇸Remote - United States$70–$85/hr11h ago
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Summary

Remote mental health therapist providing teletherapy services to students ages 11-24 throughout California as part of Daybreak Health's mission to expand access to school-based mental healthcare. Clinicians work with a flexible caseload and stable referral base across 60+ partner school districts.

Key Responsibilities: Deliver evidence-based individual teletherapy to students with mild-to-moderate mental health conditions, build trusted relationships with students and families, and provide psychoeducation to parents/caregivers. Collaborate with schools and community partners while maintaining a minimum caseload of 5 sessions per week.
Skills & Tools: Strong telehealth capabilities with reliable high-speed internet connection, experience working with youth and families in clinical or school settings, and commitment to culturally responsive, equity-focused care. Must demonstrate ability to build therapeutic relationships and provide evidence-based interventions.
Qualifications: Licensed mental health professional with LCSW, LPCC, or LMFT credentials in California. Clinical or school-based experience working with youth and families required.
Location: Remote throughout California (fully remote, work from anywhere in the US)
Compensation: $70 – $85/hour (1099 Independent Contractor, per session plus no-show and late-cancel pay)

Job Description

Overview

Join our mission to revolutionize access to mental healthcare for students nationwide through innovative, school-based solutions. We currently partner with over 60 school districts, including Kaiser Permanente, reaching more than one million students across the U.S. Our clinicians benefit from a stable caseload and consistent referrals.

We are seeking licensed mental health clinicians to provide teletherapy services to students ages 11-24 throughout California. As a Remote Mental Health Therapist, you will deliver high-quality care while collaborating with schools, caregivers, and community partners to ensure student success.

Key Benefits

  • Competitive Compensation:
    • 1099: $70–$85 per session (plus no-show & late-cancel pay)
  • Flexible Schedule: Set your hours Monday–Friday (3-8 PM) with optional weekends (9am-5pm)
  • Caseload Commitment: 5 to 30 clients a week, your choice. We've found that clinicians with a caseload of 10 clients a week is a sweet spot!
  • Contract Perks (1099): Low weekly caseload minimum (5 sessions), bilingual pay, cross-license bonuses in states we are active in
  • Administrative support: We handle billing, credentialing, and scheduling so you can focus on care
  • Fully Remote Role: Work from anywhere in the US with a reliable Internet connection
  • Professional Development: CE credits, malpractice insurance, and ongoing training opportunities
  • Supportive Clinical Community: Peer consultation, collaborative network, and team discussions

Qualifications

  • Licensed Professional with LCSW, LPCC, or LMFT credentials in the State of 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
  • Availability for at least 5 hours weekly during peak hours (3-8 PM M-F) for 1099 contractors

Role & Responsibilities

  • Provide evidence-based individual teletherapy to students ages 11–24 with mild-to-moderate mental health conditions
  • Build trusted relationships with students and families
  • Provide psychoeducation to parents/caregivers

Minimum caseload: 1099 contractors have a minimum of 5 sessions per week.

Employment Type: 1099 Independent Contractor

Our Commitment to Diversity

Daybreak Health embraces diversity and inclusion and is committed to equity and opportunity for all. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

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.

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