Remote Therapist (LSW or LAC)

PAX Health LLC; Fairfield Township (NJ); Remote; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PAX Health LLC is hiring a licensed clinician to provide biopsychosocial assessments and evidence-based therapy. You will manage a caseload, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

The role emphasizes supervision, confidential documentation, and culturally responsive care within a values-driven environment. Provisional licensure is acceptable with supervision.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field required.
• Active and unrestricted provisional license (e.g., LSW, LAC, or equivalent)
• Working toward independent clinical licensure under supervision
• Foundational clinical skills in assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions
• Interest in CBT/DBT or similar modalities
• Experience with diverse populations and mental health conditions preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with EHR systems
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to professional growth, supervision, and ethical practice
• LCADC or CADC is a plus

Responsibilities

• Receive, review, and respond promptly to intake referrals.
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and support diagnostic formulation under supervision.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with guidance from a Clinical Supervisor.
• Provide direct clinical services: individual, group, family, and/or couples therapy.
• Maintain an active caseload with clinical oversight.
• Monitor patient progress; adjust treatment with supervisor collaboration.
• Support discharge and aftercare planning for continuity of care.
• Provide case management and coordinate referrals to external resources.
• Maintain accurate, timely, compliant documentation in the EHR.
• Coordinate services across providers and disciplines.
• Collaborate with prescribers and care team to support outcomes.
• Participate in supervision per licensure requirements.
• Attend treatment and staff meetings and clinical trainings.
• Comply with confidentiality and regulatory requirements.
• Deliver culturally responsive, patient-centered care aligned with PAX Health values.
• Abide by PAX Health ethics and values.
• Perform other duties within the scope of the role

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Clinical skills

Diversity experience

Team collaboration

Professional growth

Ethical practice

Licensure: LCADC/CADC a plus

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Job Description

Description:Receive, review, and respond promptly to assigned intake referralsConduct biopsychosocial assessments and support diagnostic formulation under supervisionDevelop and implement individualized treatment plans with guidance from a Clinical SupervisorProvide direct clinical services, including individual, group, family, and/or couples therapyMaintain an active caseload appropriate to level of experience, with ongoing clinical oversightMonitor patient progress and adjust treatment approaches in collaboration with a supervisorSupport discharge and aftercare planning to ensure continuity of careProvide case management services and coordinate referrals to external resources when neededMaintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation within the Electronic Health Record (EHR)Ensure coordination and integration of services documented across providers and disciplinesCollaborate with prescribers and other members of the care team to support patient outcomesParticipate in individual and group supervision in accordance with licensure requirementsAttend treatment team meetings, staff meetings, and clinical trainingsComply with all local, state, and federal confidentiality and regulatory requirementsDeliver culturally responsive, patient-centered care aligned with PAX Health valuesAbide by PAX Health code of ethics and model valuesPerform other duties as needed within the scope of the role

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field
• Active and unrestricted provisional license (e.g., LSW, LAC, or equivalent)
• Working toward independent clinical licensure under appropriate supervision
• Foundational clinical skills in assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions
• Interest in developing skills in evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, or similar approaches
• Experience working with diverse populations and a range of mental health conditions preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Proficiency with EHR systemsAbility to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to professional growth, supervision, and ongoing learning
• Commitment to ethical practice and patient-centered care
• LCADC or CADC is a plusEqual Opportunity Employer (EOE) Statement for PAX HealthPAX Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees are valued, respected, and treated fairly. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

Physical DemandsThe physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. In the course of performing this job, one typically spends time sitting, walking, standing, driving, listening, speaking, typing, reading and writing. In addition, an employee may be asked to carry or lift up to 20 lbs.