Behavioral Health Clinician- US-Remote

Vera Whole Health, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

13 paid holidays

PTO

Fully remote role

Schedule flexibility

Mentorship opportunities

Job summary

Vera Whole Health, Inc. is hiring a Behavioral Health Clinician for a fully remote role requiring a California license. You will assess, diagnose, and treat patients with mental health and substance use concerns within a primary care integration, delivering video visits across California.

Strong candidates have a CA license, 3+ years post-licensure, and expertise in CBT/DBT/ACT, with collaboration across psychiatry and PCPs. This is a full-time, remote position with Pacific Time coordination.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field.
• Active, unrestricted California license (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or equivalent).
• Willingness to obtain licensure in additional states.
• 3+ years post-licensure providing psychotherapy across diverse populations.
• Experience with high-acuity situations including crisis intervention and safety planning.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and establish DSM-5-TR diagnoses.
• Develop individualized treatment plans for diverse mental health and substance use conditions.
• Provide individual and group psychotherapy using evidence-based modalities.
• Manage patient risk through safety assessments, crisis intervention, and care coordination.
• Partner with psychiatry, primary care, and interdisciplinary teams for integrated care.
• Maintain timely, accurate EHR documentation compliant with standards.

Skills

EHR documentation

Communication skills

Independent work

Clinical judgment

Crisis intervention

Education

Master's degree or higher in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field

Active, unrestricted California license (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or equivalent)

Job description

Job Description SummaryBehavioral Health Clinician (Remote – California License Required)Schedule: Full‑time, 32 hours/weekLocation: Fully US Remote (Must be able to work Pacific Time Zone)Pay Range: $32.21 – $40.27/hrBenefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), 13 Paid Holidays, PTOBilingual: Not required, but preferredAbout the RoleMPG is seeking an experienced Behavioral Health Clinician to join our integrated primary care team. This fully remote position provides independent assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for patients with mental health and substance use conditions across outpatient, virtual, and primary care settings.You will manage a complex patient panel, deliver evidence‑based psychotherapy, collaborate closely with primary care and psychiatry, and support junior behavioral health staff. Because most patients are located in California, an active, unrestricted California clinical license is required.Clinicians deliver care through video visits, primarily in California, using evidence‑based symptom‑management models.How will you make an impact & RequirementsKey ResponsibilitiesConduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and establish DSM‑5‑TR diagnosesDevelop individualized treatment plans for diverse mental health and substance use conditionsProvide individual and group psychotherapy using evidence‑based modalities such as CBT, DBT, ACT, motivational interviewing, and problem‑solving therapyManage patient risk through safety assessments, crisis intervention, and higher‑level‑of‑care coordinationPartner with psychiatry, primary care, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver integrated, whole‑person careParticipate in clinical quality initiatives, case consultations, peer review, and outcomes monitoringMentor Behavioral Health Consultants and junior clinical staffMaintain timely, accurate EHR documentation in compliance with licensing and regulatory standardsCoordinate with psychiatric consultants and PCPs to manage patient panels and communicate recommendationsDeliver virtual care aligned with evidence‑based symptom‑management modelsWhat You BringMaster’s degree or higher in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related fieldActive, unrestricted California license (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or equivalent)Willingness to obtain licensure in additional states3+ years post‑licensure providing psychotherapy across diverse populationsAdvanced training or competency in at least one evidence‑based modality (CBT, DBT, ACT, MI, PST, trauma‑focused therapy, etc.)Experience with high‑acuity situations including crisis intervention and safety planningStrong EHR documentation skills and familiarity with regulatory and payor requirementsAbility to work independently across multiple care settings with minimal supervisionStrong clinical judgment, communication skills, and comfort managing complex casesAbility to work Pacific Time Zone hoursBenefitsMedical, Dental, Vision401(k)13 Paid HolidaysGenerous PTOFully remote role with schedule flexibilityCollaborative, integrated care environmentOpportunities for mentorship and professional growth#MPMPGCompensation Range:$32.21to$48.32The anticipated base salary range represents the Company's good-faith estimate of the compensation it reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, skills, qualifications, geographic location, internal equity, and business needs.