Traveling Mental Health Therapist

Monte Nido; La Salle (NY); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Monte Nido, a leader in eating disorder treatment, seeks a Traveling Mental Health Therapist to provide clinical services across the U.S. The ideal candidate will be independently licensed and passionate about delivering high-quality care, willing to travel 75% of the time, with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Travel expenses fully covered

Reimbursement for additional state licenses

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required in mental health.
• Independent licensure to practice psychotherapy required.
• At least 2 years of clinical experience in related fields.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical services at residential and day treatment programs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including medical and dietary staff.
• Travel to multiple Monte Nido programs across the U.S.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Culturally responsive care

Client-centered care

Education

Master’s degree in a mental health field

Job description

Grow with us!

Traveling Mental Health Therapist (Independent License Required)

Monte Nido

Remote with 75% Travel | Must be licensed in California, New York, or Oregon

Join Monte Nido as a Traveling Therapist and Help Clients on Their Journey to Recovery

Monte Nido is a national leader in eating disorder treatment, with over two decades of experience providing residential and day treatment (PHP/IOP) care rooted in evidence-based, compassionate clinical practices. Our programs support individuals of all genders through their recovery journey, blending a clinical, medical, nutritional, and relational approach.

We’re hiring a Traveling Mental Health Therapist to support our clinical teams across the country. If you’re an independently licensed therapist with a passion for eating disorder treatment and the flexibility to travel 75% of the time, this could be the perfect opportunity.

This full-time role is ideal for a clinician who enjoys variety, collaboration, and making an impact across multiple Monte Nido treatment centers. You’ll provide in-person clinical coverage where it’s needed most—whether during staff transitions, team expansions, or high census periods—and help ensure continuity of care for our clients and families.

• Travel expenses fully covered
• Reimbursement and support for additional state licenses

Salary range: $80k-$110k

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Total Rewards:

Discover a rewarding career with us and enjoy an array of comprehensive benefits! We prioritize your success and well-being, providing:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage (Benefits At a Glance)
• Retirement
• Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and short-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid time off
• Professional development
• And many more!

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Responsibilities Include:

• Provide direct clinical services (individual, group, and family therapy) at Monte Nido residential and day treatment programs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including medical providers, dietitians, and other therapists.
• Deliver evidence-based, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive care for clients with eating disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.
• Maintain documentation in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.
• Travel to Monte Nido programs across the U.S., primarily in California, Oregon, and New York, with flexibility to obtain licensure in additional states (paid for by Monte Nido).
• Adapt to and uphold the Monte Nido clinical philosophy, integrity, and treatment model when working across multiple sites, ensuring consistency in client care and program standards.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a mental health field (e.g., LMFT, LCSW, LPC, PsyD).
• Independent licensure to practice psychotherapy (must be fully licensed, not pre-licensed).
• Licensed or license-eligible in California, New York, or Oregon.
• At least 2 years of clinical experience, preferably in eating disorders, trauma, or related mental health fields.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 75% of the time (travel and lodging are fully covered).
• Flexible, collaborative, and passionate about high-quality, client-centered care.
• Willingness to learn, embody, and consistently apply the Monte Nido approach to care, maintaining clinical integrity and alignment across all sites.

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