Dependently Licensed Social Worker - Fee For Service

Thrive Counseling, LLC; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Student loan repayment assistance

Paid time off

401(k) with employer matching

CEU reimbursement

Job summary

Thriveworks in Cleveland, OH seeks provisionally licensed clinicians pursuing Ohio licensure as a LISW to provide telehealth and face-to-face sessions. The role requires in-office probation, then a 50/50 hybrid schedule, with a focus on evidence-based care for a broad client base.

Compensation up to $51,700 with benefits including health insurance, loan repayment support, PTO, and supervision. Flexible scheduling and a supportive clinical community are provided.

Qualifications

• Approved by the board as a LSW.

Skills

Board-approved LSW

Independent licensure in Ohio

Hybrid work readiness

Telehealth familiarity

EHR comfort

Patient load management

Team collaboration

Education

60-credit hour program

Tools

Telehealth platforms

EHR systems

Job description

About the Job

Thriveworks is currently seeking provisionally licensed individuals pursuing Ohio Licensure as a LISW in Cleveland, OH to provide a mix of telehealth and face‑to‑face sessions.

About the job Thriveworks is a mental health care company founded by clinicians in 2008 and still led by them today. With 340+ locations and a nationwide hybrid care model, we serve over 175,000 clients annually through more than 1.7 million sessions, and we’re growing. In addition to working directly with clients, we partner with health systems and primary care providers because we believe mental health is inseparable from physical health. As a clinician‑led organization, we’re built to support the people who do this work with the tools, community, and stability you need to build a career that lasts.

About the Role

We’re hiring licensed clinicians to provide compassionate, evidence‑based care to our more than 175,000 clients across the country.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Approved by the board as a LSW
• Must be seeking independent licensure and living in Ohio
• Must reside within 45 minutes of the office location.
• Ability to work in the office for the probationary period and then work a hybrid model (50% in office and 50% remote).
• A graduate of an approved 60-credit hour program
• Graduate or Post‑graduate work experience in a counseling setting treating depression and anxiety is required
• Graduate or Post‑graduate work experience independently conducting intakes and diagnosing (preferred) according to the current DSM‑5 under a licensed supervisor.
• Consistently available to clients for a minimum of 25 sessions with 30 hours of availability weekly
• A behavioral health generalist who is open to treating a variety of clients, including couples and children
• Invested in helping your clients achieve measurable progress
• Confident working with modern clinical technology, including telehealth and EHR tools
• A good teammate - we’re building a clinical community and value positive contributors

Compensation

Up to $51,700 based on licensure type, session volume, and bonus opportunities. Full‑time clinicians are eligible for health insurance, student loan repayment assistance, paid time off, and other employer-sponsored benefits.

Benefits

• Guaranteed bi‑weekly pay for completed sessions
• FREE group and individual clinical supervision provided
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid time off
• Short- and long‑term disability insurance
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• CEU reimbursement and free in‑house training
• Student loan repayment assistance

What We Offer

We handle the administrative work so you can focus on what you do best: providing exceptional care. That means credentialing, billing, scheduling, and marketing support taken care of for you, plus paid orientation and training to get you started. You’ll build a full caseload within 90 days of credentialing, with flexible scheduling available seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET.

Our Community

Being a clinician can feel isolating, especially in a telehealth world. We’re built to make sure it doesn’t. You’ll have access to live clinical support, monthly case consultations, and a vibrant online and in‑person community of more than 2,700 licensed providers. All clinical leadership is promoted from within, so the people supporting you have been exactly where you are.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity

Thriveworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our people are our most valuable assets. We embrace and encourage differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. We encourage and welcome diverse candidates to apply for any position you are qualified for to bring your unique perspective to our team.

Eligibility

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship, either now or in the future.

Career Environment

We work to create a supportive, enjoyable environment that therapists, counselors, psychologists, clinical supervisors, and clinicians seeking supervision for licensure never want to leave. As a result, our clinical team members build long‑standing careers at Thriveworks and lasting relationships with clients.