Independent Mental Health Therapist - Massachusetts, Remote

Ascend Healthcare Inc; Massachusetts; Remote; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and LTD

PTO + Company and Floating Holidays

Yearly CEU Stipend

Collaborative Environment

Remote-first setting

Clinician Founded and Operated

Job summary

Ascend Healthcare is a fully remote clinical provider delivering licensed therapy and counseling services via telemedicine to patients through Community Health Center partners. The clinician must hold an active Massachusetts license in addition to a license in their primary state of residence.

This role emphasizes a patient-first approach with evening hours, remote work, and ongoing professional development within a supportive, collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted mental health license in the state of primary residence.
• Comfortable working in a remote environment.
• Willingness to work evening hours.
• Patient-first mindset and professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling and therapy remotely via telemedicine to patients of Community Health Center partners.
• Apply evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and trauma therapy.
• Complete psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and necessary documentation in a timely manner.
• Maintain clinic records and ensure compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements.
• Participate in case planning with the multidisciplinary team and ongoing supervision.
• Provide case management and crisis intervention as needed.

Skills

Remote work

Evening hours

Patient-first mindset

Job description

Ascend Healthcare is committed to providing fully integrated, quality psychiatric and behavioral health services in a compassionate, convenient, and affordable manner. We work with external partners to provide services to patients across the country through integrated psychiatric medication management, substance use disorder treatment, counseling services, peer support and care coordination for seamless patient care. We believe in a “no wrong door” treatment model which finds ways to say “yes” to any patient referral rather than a multitude of exclusionary criteria found elsewhere. This approach reflects our values of improved patient and clinician experience, better outcomes, and lower costs.

The Ascend Story

Founded to transform mental health care access, Ascend Healthcare delivers integrated psychiatric and behavioral health solutions with a commitment to equity, compassion, and operational excellence. We partner directly with health centers to build fully integrated, sustainable behavioral health programs—bringing deep clinical expertise, operational support, and long-term stability.

Our Work Environment Fosters

• Collaboration and teamwork
• Patient-First Mindset
• Work from home opportunities
• Career Growth and Professional Development Training

Why Ascend?

You’ll be joining a team delivering innovative, compassionate care to communities that need it most. At Ascend, your work drives real impact—and your career grows alongside it. We believe in a “no wrong door” treatment model that finds ways to say “yes” to any patient referral rather than a multitude of exclusionary criteria found elsewhere.

Position Summary

We are looking for a Licensed Therapist or Counselor (LPC, LCSW, LMFT) to provide counseling and therapy treatment to our patients. Services will be provided remotely, through telemedicine, to patients of our Community Health Center partners. We are a "say yes" first clinical provider and look to treat patients where they are and guide them along their journey to recovery and stabilization.

• Clinician must be active or willing to obtain a Massachusetts License in addition to holding an active license in state of primary residence.

Key Areas Of Ownership

• Provides patient care modalities of evidence-based practices to best meet the clinical needs of the patients. Examples include; CBT, DBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Psychoeducation (Symptom Recognition), Trauma Therapy, Addiction Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Bereavement/Grief Counseling, etc.
• These specific treatment modalities will be implemented in both the individual and group therapy setting, with a focus of engaging patients in their treatment plan.
• Review and signature of patient clinical Psychosocial assessment, diagnosis, treatment plan, and consents as needed for the patient in a timely manner. Maintenance of the clinic record, including documentation of activities performed as part of the service delivery process.
• Documents all services and patient activities appropriately. Ensures documentation complies with best clinical practices, contracts, regulatory and other legal
• Conducts crisis intervention for the individual and family based on the individual’s safety plan.
• Participate in regular case planning with the involved Multidisciplinary Team as new information is gathered to ensure the most clinically appropriate patient disposition.
• Participate in individual and group supervision as required. Participate in ongoing education, including in-services, training, and other activities to maintain and improve competency. Demonstrate competency through post-testing, skill observation, and performance as assessed by direct supervisor
• Provides case management services to promote recovery and community reintegration as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted mental health license in state of primary residence and state of medical services being provided
• Comfortable working in a remote environment
• Willingness to work evening hours
• Patient-first mindset

Physical Requirements:

This is a fully remote position but may require in-person attendance as company needs arise. Please be aware the below physical requirements should be considered prior to applying to the position:

• Prolonged Sitting: Ability to sit for extended periods during working hours.
• Manual Dexterity: Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for using a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• Visual Requirements: Adequate vision for reading computer screens and documents.
• Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills for virtual meetings and correspondence.
• Hearing: Sufficient hearing ability for participating in phone calls or virtual meetings.
• Work Environment: Access to a quiet, dedicated workspace free from distractions with reliable internet connectivity.

Perks

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and LTD benefits
• PTO + Company and Floating Holidays
• Yearly CEU Stipend
• Collaborative Environment
• Remote-first setting
• Clinician Founded and Operated

Job Type

Full-time

Starting Minimum Salary:

$80,000-$90,000 with primary residence in MA

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• 5, 8-hour or 4, 10-hour shifts
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Ascend Healthcare is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Ascend Healthcare participates in conducting comprehensive background checks and drug screenings for all potential employees as a contingency to gaining employment status.