Remote Therapist - LCSW or LPC - New Jersey Licensed

Lensa; City of Syracuse (NY); Remote; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in behavioral health care is seeking a Remote Therapist with an active New Jersey license. This role involves delivering evidence-based care, managing a caseload, and working flexible hours. Join a passionate team dedicated to improving lives through telehealth.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits packages

Incentives

Stock options

401k

Qualifications

• Availability for 10+ hours/week with a consistent schedule.
• Eligibility or ability to enroll as a Medicare provider.

Responsibilities

• Deliver remote, evidence-based short-term care.
• Monitor progress and communicate with participants.
• Maintain confidentiality per HIPAA standards.

Skills

Compassion

Collaboration

Education

Active, unrestricted LCSW or LPC license in New Jersey

Job description

Remote Therapist - LCSW or LPC - New Jersey Licensed

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Opportunities with AbleTo, part of the Optum family of businesses, focus on improving lives through technology-enabled behavioral health care. Join us in making care more accessible and affordable through telehealth available nationwide. Be part of a passionate team dedicated to helping people get better and stay better.

You’re a compassionate therapist eager to make a difference, valuing patient time over paperwork, and seeking a collaborative environment with support from coaches and supervisors. You aim to help participants develop actionable skills and healthy habits through evidence-based protocols.

Key Details

• 1099 Contract Opportunity
• Manage a caseload of at least 10 participants
• Work 10+ hours weekly within 9am-8pm local time, flexible schedule once set
• Compensation: $40-$60 per session hour, dependent on state

Note: Remote work from anywhere in the U.S. is permitted, but you must be licensed in New Jersey.

Primary Responsibilities

• Deliver remote, evidence-based short-term care
• Monitor progress, communicate with participants, document notes
• Assist participants with resources, consent, and authorization
• Respond to high-risk situations following protocols
• Participate in team meetings and training
• Maintain confidentiality per HIPAA standards

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted LCSW or LPC license in New Jersey
• Availability for 10+ hours/week, consistent schedule
• Eligibility or ability to enroll as a Medicare provider

Preferred Skills

• Experience with CBT, DBT, or solution-focused therapy
• Interest in obtaining multi-state licensure
• Passion for behavioral health impact

Additional Details

Hourly range: $28.61 to $56.06, based on full-time employment, location, experience, and certifications.

Benefits include comprehensive packages, incentives, stock options, 401k, and more.

Application Info

This posting remains open for at least 2 business days or until enough candidates apply. Early closing possible.

UnitedHealth Group is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Candidates must pass a drug test prior to employment.