Licensed Mental Health Therapist - LCSW - LPC - LMFT

Headlight.Health; California (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading benefits

401(k) contributions

Clinical support and autonomy

Job summary

Headlight.Health, located in California, is seeking qualified clinicians to diagnose and treat mental health disorders. The ideal candidates will establish trusting relationships with patients and create individualized treatment plans while working in supportive, collaborative teams.

A Master’s Level Degree, a full and active license, and at least 2 years of clinical experience are required. Candidates should possess excellent communication and organizational skills. Join us to transform mental healthcare and improve lives, one session at a time.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience providing diagnostic assessment and therapy services.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are a plus.
• Minimum requirement of 12 months in a clinical setting after full licensure.

Responsibilities

• Establish positive rapport with patients.
• Create individualized treatment plans.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of patient progress.

Skills

Diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s Level Degree or higher

Full licensed in relevant fields (LMFT, LCSW, etc.)

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

NextGen familiarity

Job description

About Headlight

Join a team that’s transforming mental healthcare. Founded by psychiatrists, Headlight is more than a company: it’s a movement. We are on the front lines of the mental health crisis, transforming the way people access care and the way clinicians deliver it. We are transparent about our capabilities and treatments, champion innovation, and use data to implement better ways of delivering care.

Our mission is simple but powerful: Improving lives, one session at a time.

Benefits and Support

• Clinician‑Led Expertise – founded and led by clinicians with a Clinical Leadership team at the forefront of decisions.
• Admin Work on Autopilot – we handle insurance, billing, and marketing so you can focus on seeing clients.
• Innovative Technology – Blueprint AI captures session notes, allowing clinicians to focus on client interaction.
• Competitive Benefits – industry‑leading benefits, sick leave, 401(k) contributions, and more.
• Clinical Support – consult with Clinical Consult Groups or schedule case consultations with our leading clinicians.
• Clinical Autonomy – make decisions about patient care with backing from experienced Executive Therapists and Psychiatrists.
• Collaborative Teams – small teams of 10–12 with a licensed clinical lead for assistance.
• Make things easier.
• Forge genuine connections.
• Elevate the standard.
• Access – typical wait time reduced to an average of 8.9 days, 80% of clients seen within two weeks.
• Retention – 92% return rate versus 70% in the broader industry.
• Continuity – 94% continuity rate for clients who attend at least four sessions versus 36% in the broader industry.
• Client Engagement – 81% attendance rate versus 65% industry average.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish positive, trusting rapport with patients.
• Diagnose and treat mental health disorders.
• Create individualized treatment plans according to patient needs and circumstances.
• Meet with patients regularly to provide counseling, treatment, and adjust plans as necessary.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of patient progress.
• Involve and advise family members when appropriate.
• Plan outreach and referral activities in surrounding communities.

Qualifications

• Master’s Level Degree or higher (Required) in related fields.
• Full, unencumbered license (LMFT, LCSW, LPC, LPCC, Psychologist) valid in the office location; applicants without a valid, active license will not be considered.
• 2+ years of experience providing diagnostic assessment and therapy services.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are a plus, but not required.
• Maintain professional licensure and/or certification throughout employment.
• Ability to work as a team member and cooperatively.
• Superb organizational skills.
• Ability to guide, direct, or influence people.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and their families.
• Electronic Health Record (EHR) proficiency; familiarity with NextGen is highly desirable.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations.
• Minimum requirement of 12 months in a clinical setting after full licensure.
• We are not hiring associate/intern level therapists.

If you need any accommodations for your interview, please email [e-mail] prior to scheduling.

Diversity and Inclusion

Headlight is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness. We cultivate a diverse, inclusive workplace and support a clinician base that reflects the diversity of our clients. Our environment is discrimination‑and harassment‑free.

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