At Talkspace, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging-centered workplace where everyone can thrive while making a difference in mental health. Want to help over two million people receive quality mental healthcare? Come join our mission to get therapy into the hands of everyone!

We’re looking for a part-time, contract Therapist (Independent Contract Provider) who is passionate about reaching individuals who need mental healthcare but lack easy access to it. This role is perfect for those seeking the opportunity to work with a diverse client base while enjoying the flexibility and rewards of private practice—without the hassle of administrative work. Let Talkspace handle the insurance billing, marketing, and administrative costs, so you can create your own schedule and focus fully on providing impactful care!

What you'll do:

• Treat clients remotely in your state(s) of licensure on the secure (HIPAA compliant) Talkspace platform
• Conduct client sessions using video, audio, and live messaging services
• Respond to asynchronous client messages each week, in a timely manner
• Complete your required clinical documentation after each client session

About you

• Current license to practice independently without supervision in the state of Indiana
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
  • Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
• Individual professional malpractice liability insurance policy
• Individual NPI number
• Comfortable learning new online tools and technology 
• Reliable internet connection and video-capable device

Perks

• Clients Ready for You: Talkspace provides new client referrals
• Flexible Schedule: Set your own schedule with no minimum requirement for your weekly hours or caseload size
• No Membership Fees: No provider fees
• Accept Insurance Without Hassle: Talkspace will take care of all aspects of client insurance including credentialing, billing, and claims
• Everything in One Place: Sessions, clinical documentation, resources, and compensation tracking on one platform
• Fully Paid Training: Master the Talkspace platform before your first session
• Clinical Support: Provider Support and IT teams available for any technical or platform related questions
• Free CEUs: NBCC and ASWB accredited continuing education credits via Talkspace-provided Learning Communities
• Health Perks: Access Stride Health to support your health and financial well-being

Compensation

• $70 per hour for live chat, audio, or video sessions (this rate is prorated for 45 and 30 minute sessions)
• Additional compensation for asynchronous messaging
• Earn a new client engagement bonus, varying by plan type

Please note: If you treat clients in multiple states, different rates will apply accordingly. Rates could be subject to change and may vary over time based on the market and shifts in demand.

Why Talkspace

Talkspace is a leading virtual behavioral healthcare provider committed to helping people lead healthier, happier lives through access to high-quality mental healthcare. At Talkspace, we believe that mental healthcare is core to overall health and should be available to everyone. 

Talkspace pioneered the ability to text with a licensed therapist from anywhere and now offers a comprehensive suite of mental health services, including therapy for individuals, teens, and couples, as well as psychiatric treatment and medication management (18+). With Talkspace’s core therapy offerings, members are matched with one of thousands of licensed therapists within days and can engage in live video, audio, or chat sessions, and/or unlimited asynchronous text messaging sessions. 

All care offered at Talkspace is delivered through an easy-to-use, fully-encrypted web and mobile platform that meets HIPAA, federal, and state regulatory requirements. More than 151 million Americans have access to Talkspace through their health insurance plans, employee assistance programs, our partnerships with leading healthcare companies, or as a free benefit through their employer, school, or government agency.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Talkspace welcomes and celebrates talent from all backgrounds, perspectives, and walks of life to foster an innovative and diverse workforce. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every qualification or if your path has been nontraditional — such as not completing a formal degree program, taking a career break, or having a prior criminal record — if you believe you could make a great addition to this team. Come as you are and learn about the exciting opportunities on our team.

Individuals seeking employment at Talkspace are considered without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, veteran or military status, unfavorable military discharge, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

How do we define Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging at Talkspace? 

Diversity

Diversity encompasses the unique attributes of our employees as individuals. We value and embrace the richness arising from their varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, which include, but are not limited to, age, ability, ethnicity, gender, race, and cultural background.

Equity

Equity refers to a fair and impartial workplace, aiming to ensure equal growth and advancement opportunities for all employees. This involves amplifying underrepresented voices, addressing unconscious biases, and providing inclusive, culturally competent mental health care.

Inclusion

Inclusion signifies the practice of granting equal access to opportunities and resources for all employees, particularly those who might otherwise be excluded or marginalized. It ensures that everyone feels a sense of belonging, value, support, and respect as an individual.

Belonging

Belonging reflects the affinity and positive relationships that develop among employees from diverse backgrounds when businesses actively promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Reports To: Director of Clinical Services

About Luminary Hospice:

At Luminary Hospice, we are a mission-driven organization that empowers our team members to shape our culture in order to allow them to provide the highest quality support to patients and families throughout their entire end-of-life journey. 

Our mission is to deliver personalized care that radiates compassion and preserves dignity for all that we are honored to serve on their end-of-life journey. We are centered on caring for the whole person – with expert medical care, pain management as well as emotional and spiritual support along with resources, information, and emotional support for families and caregivers.  

About the role:  

The Masters of Social Worker contracted or employed through the organization is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for medical social work services and for adherence to all conditions in the Service or Employment Agreement.  

Job Responsibilities: 

1. Assesses the psychosocial status of patients and families/caregivers related to the patient's terminal illness and environment and communicates findings to the registered nurse and other members of the interdisciplinary group.  Provides an assessment in the patient's identified residence and assistance when this is not safe, and another plan is required. 
2. Carries out social evaluations, including family dynamics, caregiver abilities, communication patterns, high risks for suicide, neglect, or abuse, and plans intervention based on evaluation findings.  Counsels patient and family/caregivers as needed in relationship to stress, and other identified coping difficulties. Provides crisis intervention when necessary. 
3. Assesses for, and educates interdisciplinary groups, on any special needs related to the culture of the patient and family. Includes communication, role of family, space, and any special traditions or taboos. 
4. Maintains clinical records on all patients referred to social work. 
5. Educates patients and families on, and assists in, the preparation of advanced directives. 
6. Provides information and referral services for organization patients and families/caregivers regarding practical and environmental needs. 
7. Provides information to patients and families/caregivers and community agencies. 
8. Serves as liaison between patients and families/caregivers and community agencies. 
9. Maintains collaborative relationships with organization personnel to support patient care. 
10. Maintains and develops contracts with public and private agencies as resources for patients and personnel. 
11. Participates in the development of the individualized plan of care, involving the patient and family, and attends regularly scheduled interdisciplinary group meetings, assisting the team in recognizing the effects of the psychosocial stresses on the symptoms of the terminal illness. 
12. Assists physician and other team members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health problems and death/dying issues. 
13. Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. 
14. Assists family and patient in planning for funeral arrangements, and financial, legal, and health care decision responsibilities.
15. Other duties as delegated by the Clinical Supervisor.  

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.  

Job Qualifications: 

1. A graduate of a master’s program in social work (MSW) accredited by the Council on Social Work Education  

OR  

1. A graduate of a bachelor’s program in social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.  Meets personnel qualifications stated in §418.114(b)(3). 
2. Minimum of one (1) years of experience in health care, hospice experience preferred. Understands hospice philosophy, and issues of death/dying. 
3. Experience in hospice care preferred. 
4. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills. 
5. Possesses and maintains current CPR Certification. 
6. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.  

Physical Demands: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit or stand. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. 

Equal Employment Opportunity: 

Luminary Hospice is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. All employment decisions at Luminary Hospice are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. 

Compensation and Benefits: 

Luminary Hospice offers a competitive compensation package, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings options, and more. Our benefits are designed to support your health, well-being, and long-term financial goals. 

This position is PRN - flexible hours available.  

What are the benefits?

 We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefit package designed to support your well-being, growth and work-life balance:

• Competitive pay
• 401k retirement plan with a company match
• Flexible scheduling/autonomy – time to spend with patients
• Education and training programs; technology and mileage reimbursement ($.67/mile)
• End-of-Life Death Doula Certificate program for all employees
• Health/financial wellness programs
• Zen rooms for employees in every branch

What are the job responsibilities?

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW) to join our interdisciplinary team and provide comprehensive psychosocial support to patients and families facing end-of-life issues. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in social work, counseling, and palliative care, with a deep understanding of the complexities of grief, loss, and bereavement. The candidate will be open to travel as necessary within the designated area, and any other duties as assigned by leadership.

Key responsibilities of Social Work include:

• Comprehensive Psychosocial Assessment
• Counseling and Supportive Interventions
• Advance Care Planning and Decision Support
• Resource Referral and Coordination
• Bereavement Support and Follow-up

In addition, this role may assist in providing comprehensive bereavement support to families and caregivers following the death of a hospice patient as needed. Candidates with experience in grief counseling, bereavement support, and community outreach are encouraged to apply.  

 What do you need?

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program and a licensure for the state of Indiana
• Minimum of one-year of experience in social work, grief counseling, bereavement support or related in a healthcare field, preferably in hospice or palliative care.
• Clean driving record, and valid driver’s license and auto insurance

Full job description can be provided upon request. 

Reports To: Director of Clinical Services  

About Luminary Hospice: 

At Luminary Hospice, we are a mission-driven organization that empowers our team members to shape our culture in order to allow them to provide the highest quality support to patients and families throughout their entire end-of-life journey. 

Our mission is to deliver personalized care that radiates compassion and preserves dignity for all that we are honored to serve on their end-of-life journey. We are centered on caring for the whole person – with expert medical care, pain management as well as emotional and spiritual support along with resources, information, and emotional support for families and caregivers.  

About the role:  

The PRN Masters of Social Worker contracted or employed through the organization is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for medical social work services and for adherence to all conditions in the Service or Employment Agreement.  

Job Responsibilities: 

1. Assesses the psychosocial status of patients and families/caregivers related to the patient's terminal illness and environment and communicates findings to the registered nurse and other members of the interdisciplinary group.  Provides an assessment in the patient's identified residence and assistance when this is not safe, and another plan is required. 
2. Carries out social evaluations, including family dynamics, caregiver abilities, communication patterns, high risks for suicide, neglect, or abuse, and plans intervention based on evaluation findings.  Counsels patient and family/caregivers as needed in relationship to stress, and other identified coping difficulties. Provides crisis intervention when necessary. 
3. Assesses for, and educates interdisciplinary groups, on any special needs related to the culture of the patient and family. Includes communication, role of family, space, and any special traditions or taboos. 
4. Maintains clinical records on all patients referred to social work. 
5. Educates patients and families on, and assists in, the preparation of advanced directives. 
6. Provides information and referral services for organization patients and families/caregivers regarding practical and environmental needs. 
7. Provides information to patients and families/caregivers and community agencies. 
8. Serves as liaison between patients and families/caregivers and community agencies. 
9. Maintains collaborative relationships with organization personnel to support patient care. 
10. Maintains and develops contracts with public and private agencies as resources for patients and personnel. 
11. Participates in the development of the individualized plan of care, involving the patient and family, and attends regularly scheduled interdisciplinary group meetings, assisting the team in recognizing the effects of the psychosocial stresses on the symptoms of the terminal illness. 
12. Assists physician and other team members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health problems and death/dying issues. 
13. Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. 
14. Assists family and patient in planning for funeral arrangements, and financial, legal, and health care decision responsibilities. 
15. Other duties as delegated by the Clinical Supervisor.  

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.  

Job Qualifications: 

1. A graduate of a master’s program in social work (MSW) accredited by the Council on Social Work Education  

OR  

1. A graduate of a bachelor’s program in social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.  Meets personnel qualifications stated in §418.114(b)(3). 
2. Minimum of one (1) years of experience in health care, hospice experience preferred. Understands hospice philosophy, and issues of death/dying. 
3. Experience in hospice care preferred. 
4. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills. 
5. Possesses and maintains current CPR Certification. 
6. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.  

Physical Demands: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit or stand. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. 

Equal Employment Opportunity: 

Luminary Hospice is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. All employment decisions at Luminary Hospice are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. 

Compensation and Benefits: 

PRN roles are not eligible for benefits.