Associate Mental Health Therapist

Valera Health; Buffalo (NY); Remote; USD 50,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Continuing education

PTO

Malpractice insurance

Job summary

A tele-mental health provider is seeking compassionate therapists to deliver evidence-based care to diverse patient populations. The role involves remote work, with competitive compensation ranging from ~$50K to $89K. Candidates must hold an active LMSW in New York and have at least a year of clinical experience. Interested individuals can expect a supportive work environment focusing on patient outcomes and flexibility in scheduling. Join our mission to make quality mental healthcare accessible to everyone.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience using evidence-based treatment.
• Experience with EMR documentation and treatment planning.
• Reliable technology access for confidential sessions.

Responsibilities

• Render evidence-based treatment to a spectrum of patients.
• Provide mental health assessments, counseling, and referrals.
• Complete documentation according to guidelines.

Skills

Evidence-based treatment

Mental health assessments

Telehealth experience

Collaboration

Spanish fluency

Education

Active LMSW in New York

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

Are you looking for a career that aligns your passion and values with your purpose? Then we are looking for you!

At Valera Health we are at the forefront of tele-mental health. We are committed to delivering compassionate mental health care that is accessible and affordable to all. To learn more about Valera, check us out HERE.

At Valera Health, we believe exceptional mental healthcare starts with supporting exceptional providers. Founded by clinicians who know how hard it is to find quality care for everyone, especially underserved communities, we’ve built something different—a place where you can focus entirely on what you do best: providing compassionate, evidence-based care to those who need it most.

As a therapist with Valera, you'll treat the complex cases others turn away—from mild anxiety to schizophrenia and bipolar disorder—while our dedicated administrative team handles all the scheduling, billing, and prior authorizations. This means you can practice at the top of your license alongside psychiatrists, medical assistants, and care coordinators, delivering care that truly transforms lives.

Ready to be part of something bigger? Join our mission to make quality mental healthcare accessible to everyone.

Join the Valera Community

Enjoy competitive compensation and benefits because your expertise deserves to be valued. Deliver exceptional, inclusive mental healthcare that truly meets patients where they are. Become part of a supportive provider community with a compassionate care team genuinely dedicated to patient outcomes. Collaborate within our vetted in-house network of health coaches, therapists, nurse practitioners, and psychiatrists with diverse expertise. Focus on clinical work while we provide the technology and EMR systems for efficient, effective care delivery. Receive comprehensive support including malpractice insurance, healthcare benefits, continuing education, PTO, and competitive per-visit compensation. Access clinical training opportunities to expand your skills (with available CEUs). Set your own schedule and work remotely while earning steady, predictable pay.

Job Duties

• Render evidence-based treatment to a spectrum of patients.
• Provide an array of mental health services to promote individualized patient recovery primarily through telehealth video or telephone.
• Conduct intakes, individual, group, and family therapy when applicable.
• Provide mental health assessments, counseling, referrals, and intervention services.
• Complete and maintain documentation in a timely and accurate manner and according to Federal, State, and company guidelines.

Requirements

• Active LMSW in New York.
• Minimum 1 year of 1:1 clinical experience using evidence-based treatment.
• Experience with EMR documentation and treatment planning.
• Reliable technology access: high-speed internet and private workspace for confidential sessions.
• Willingness to obtain additional state licenses.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Fluency in Spanish, Mandarin, or Cantonese.
• Training in EMDR, DBT, or other specialized modalities.
• Telehealth or remote experience.
• Self-motivated with strong independent work skills and collaborative team spirit.
• Excellent engagement and assessment abilities with diverse patient populations.

Compensation

At Valera, we believe that pay transparency during the interview process is a critical part of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our recruiters will review our compensation model on our first call with you to be able to make an informed decision. In addition to a highly competitive benefits plan, Valera's W-2 therapists' compensation plan totals ~$50K-$89K, which consists of a base salary plus a monthly productivity incentive. An onboarding incentive will also be added to the first three paychecks during a clinician's ramp-up period.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We hire people from all backgrounds because that’s what it takes to build a team that can reach and support those in need of high-quality behavioral healthcare. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.