LCSW Clinical Talk Therapist (Synchronous AHPC) - Remote

Thriveworks Clinical - California, P.C.; California; Remote; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed bi-weekly pay

Free individual clinical supervision

Paid orientation and annual increases

PTO

401k with 3% match

CEU reimbursement

Job summary

Thriveworks is seeking an Independently Licensed LCSW for remote, telehealth therapy in California. Full-time role with ramp stipend for 30+ hours/week availability. Candidate may reside anywhere in the USA but must be licensed in California.

The clinician will deliver high-quality care, collaborate with operations and clinical teams, and support participants toward improved wellbeing. Remote work requires a secure space and tech readiness.

Qualifications

• Licensed LCSW with ability to practice without supervision.
• Experience with children is preferred, not required.
• Informed on state tele-health policies.
• Comfortable with technology and conducting sessions via tele-health.
• Able to build a therapeutic relationship in a virtual platform.
• Polished, professional virtual presence.
• Identify markers for level of care to meet patient needs.
• Experience with treating a variety of conditions as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Able to use scheduling, notes, chats, and other digital tools.
• Work remotely in a secure, private location; access to devices and internet.

Responsibilities

• Provide 30–37 hours of direct counseling per week.
• Take collaborative notes during sessions.
• Develop and document treatment plans as required.
• Attend weekly health team meetings.
• Advocate for participants in clinical decisions and access to care.
• Support outreach, communications, and marketing efforts for services.

Skills

Licensed LCSW

Telehealth

Bilingual

Therapeutic relationship

Virtual presence

Education

Licensed LCSW

Tools

Telehealth platform

Job description

LCSW Clinical Talk Therapist (Synchronous AHPC) - Remote Thriveworks is currently seeking Full-Time Independently Licensed LCSW to provide telehealth sessions in California*. This role is eligible for a competitive ramp stipend for clinicians offering 30+ hours of availability per week. *Candidate can live in any state in the USA but MUST be licensed in the state of California

Who We Are Thriveworks is a trusted mental health provider with 340+ locations and a nationwide hybrid care model. We serve over 175,000 clients annually through more than 1.7 million sessions, and those numbers are growing. As a clinician-founded and clinician-led organization, we offer the tools, support, and community you need to build a fulfilling, long-term career.

Compensation: Fee for service position ranging from up to $115,400 based on licensure type/level, session volume, and bonus opportunities.

About the Job The LCSW is an active member of the Corporation’s clinical team and is responsible for moving us toward a world-class clinical experience. This role impacts multiple stakeholders, including Participants, Clinical Specialists, and the Health Care Industry at large.

The Specialist delivers the best quality of care to the Participant to help them reach the agreed-upon goals for an improved quality of life and wellbeing. The Specialist partners closely with the Operations team to improve experiences of processes of efficiency and ease of access, as well as with the Clinical team to improve the delivery of clinical care and support.

Key Responsibilities

Productivity standards may vary by customer contract; however, below are the general standards that will apply:

• 30-37 hours of direct counseling care per week
• Collaborative note-taking during sessions
• Treatment plans and other documentation as required
• Treatment team meetings with the customer, as applicable
• Weekly Synchronous Health team meeting
• Advocates for the Participant in decisions regarding meeting their clinical needs
• Liaises closely with Customer Success activities and requests, advocating for the customer’s needs to be met
• Brings successful models and techniques from other experiences and bodies of evidence to best support participants
• Supports the development of materials for communication, outreach, and marketing of Synchronous Health’s services to participants, clinicians, partners, and within the industry at large (i.e., conference presentations, attending networking events, active in professional organizations, etc.)
• Serve as the first point of contact for escalation for participants who are displeased with any aspect of their experience
• Reports to the Operations manager as the second point of escalation if participants’ concerns are unresolved
• Keep abreast of new developments in clinical care, including analog and digital techniques
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Licensed LCSW (license must be able to practice without supervision)
• Experience working with children is preferred, not required, highly desirable.
• Informed on state tele-health policies
• Comfortable with technology and conducting sessions via tele-health
• Capability to build a therapeutic relationship in a virtual platform
• Polished, professional virtual presence
• Strong ability to identify markers for the appropriate level of care to meet patient needs
• Experience with treating a variety of conditions and disorders as part of a comprehensive treatment plan with an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to use technologies as part of practice for administrative and clinical support (i.e. scheduling, notes, chat, web-based or app-based interventions)
• Ability to work remotely, in a secure, private location (an outpatient office or home office is acceptable; coffee shops are not acceptable)
• Access to a smartphone, a laptop, and an internet connection
• Must pass a background check
• Bilingual a plus

Benefits

• Guaranteed, bi-weekly pay (no need to wait on reimbursement)
• FREE individual clinical supervision provided
• Paid orientation and annual pay increases
• PTO
• No-show protection and caseload build within 90 days of credentialing
• Credentialing, billing, scheduling, and marketing support
• Health, dental, life, liability, and disability insurance options
• 401k with 3% employer match
• CEU reimbursement and free in-house training
• Opportunities for paid resident supervisory roles
• A vibrant clinical community—online and in person
• Monthly peer consultations and professional development
• A clear path for career growth and internal promotion

A Place to Belong and Thrive

Thriveworks is a certified Great Place to Work and a community built on inclusion, growth, and support. Whether you’re seeking mentorship, advancement, or a place where your impact matters, you’ll find it here. 93% of our team reports feeling included, and 87% say their work has purpose—and we think that says a lot.

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.

Begin a career at Thriveworks! 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.