MUST HOLD AN INDEPENDENT OR ASSOCIATE LICENSURE IN IOWA

Licenses Accepted: LMSW, MHC, TLMFT, LISW, LMHC, LMFT

Work Type: 100% Remote (W-2)

At Charlie Health, we prioritize an exceptional employee experience. Our Operations team handles all of the administrative complexities, so our clinicians can focus on what they like to do best: providing high-quality mental health care.

We also believe clinicians deserve an exceptional compensation and benefits package.

Compensation

• Full-Time Salary: $75,000-$85,000
• Part-Time Rate: $50-$75/hour
• Signing Bonuses!

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness stipend
• Free online CEUs
• Malpractice liability insurance
• PTO (vacation, sick time, select federal holidays)
• Reimbursement for new license applications
• Opportunity for cross-licensure sponsorship (if eligible)
• Transparent scheduling- know your schedule ahead of time
• Dedicated operational, HR, and IT support
• Complimentary yoga sessions
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program

The Provider Experience at Charlie Health:

• Flexibility: Work from home or anywhere. We are 100% remote!
• Consistency: We will make sure to keep your calendar as full as you want it to be. You can expect predictable weekly schedules and steady caseloads
• Support: Full-time Admissions & Assessment team so that our talented clinicians can focus on providing exceptional care to our clients.
• Collaboration: All clinicians participate in case discussions, allowing you to leverage the expertise of others to develop new skills and perspectives.
• Client Relationships: With a maximum of 8 clients in a group, we allow you the opportunity to build strong relationships with clients and do in depth work to create sustainable healing.
• Free CEUs: Ongoing professional development

About the Role

Charlie Health is hiring a few exceptional Licensed Mental Health Therapists/Counselors to provide remote, telehealth services to our adolescent and young adult clients. We’re eager to work with forward-thinking mental health and substance use professionals to enhance our programming and provide the best possible care to our clients.

Provide telehealth services to adolescents and young adults in a virtual setting. Positions available as part-time or full-time W-2.

• Part-Time: Minimum 12 hours/week; flexible scheduling
• Full-Time: 40 hours/week; evening and Saturday availability required

About You

• Well versed and confident integrating multiple modalities (DBT, CBT, EMDR, MI certification a plus)
• Experienced with teens and young adults
• Passionate and skilled in group services
• Collaborative, creative, and engaging on video
• Available evenings to meet client needs
• Committed to self-care and addressing the rural mental health crisis

Qualifications

• Licensed or pre-licensed mental health clinician (all disciplines welcome)
• Master’s degree in mental health or related field
• Experience with youth/young adults highly preferred
• Availability between 12-40 hours/week depending on part-time or full-time W2
• Familiar with cloud-based tools (Gmail, Slack, Zoom, Dropbox), EMR, and outcomes software #LI-Remote

At Charlie Health, we value being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to cultivate an environment where individuals can be their authentic selves. Being an Equal Opportunity Employer means every member of our team feels as though they are supported and belong. We value diverse perspectives to help us provide essential mental health and substance use disorder treatments to all teens and young adults.

The Ascend Story 

Founded to transform mental health care access, Ascend Healthcare delivers integrated psychiatric and behavioral health solutions with a commitment to equity, compassion, and operational excellence. We partner directly with health centers to build fully integrated, sustainable behavioral health programs—bringing deep clinical expertise, operational support, and long-term stability. 

Our work environment fosters: 

• Collaboration and teamwork 
• Patient-First Mindset 
• Work from home opportunities 
• Career Growth and Professional Development Training 

Why Ascend? 

You’ll be joining a team delivering innovative, compassionate care to communities that need it most. At Ascend, your work drives real impact—and your career grows alongside it. We believe in a “no wrong door” treatment model that finds ways to say “yes” to any patient referral rather than a multitude of exclusionary criteria found elsewhere. 

Position Summary:

We are looking for a Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LCSW, LMFT, LPC) to provide counseling and therapy treatment to our patients. Services will be provided remotely, through telemedicine, to patients throughout Iowa. We are a "say yes" first clinical provider and look to treat patients where they are and guide them along their journey to recovery and stabilization.

*Clinician must be active or willing to obtain a Iowa License*

Key Areas of Ownership:

• Provides patient care modalities of evidence-based practices to best meet the clinical needs of the patients. Examples include; CBT, DBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Psychoeducation (Symptom Recognition), Trauma Therapy, Addiction Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Bereavement/Grief Counseling, etc.
• These specific treatment modalities will be implemented in both the individual and group therapy setting, with a focus of engaging patients in their treatment plan.
• Review and signature of patient clinical Psychosocial assessment, diagnosis, treatment plan, and consents as needed for the patient in a timely manner. Maintenance of the clinic record, including documentation of activities performed as part of the service delivery process.
• Documents all services and patient activities appropriately. Ensures documentation complies with best clinical practices, contracts, regulatory and other legal
• Conducts crisis intervention for the individual and family based on the individual’s safety plan.
• Participate in regular case planning with the involved Multidisciplinary Team as new information is gathered to ensure the most clinically appropriate patient disposition.
• Participate in individual and group supervision as required. Participate in ongoing education, including in-services, training, and other activities to maintain and improve competency. Demonstrate competency through post-testing, skill observation, and performance as assessed by direct supervisor
• Provides case management services to promote recovery and community reintegration as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:  

• Active, unrestricted mental health license in state of primary residence and state of medical services being provided 
• Comfortable working in a remote environment 
• Willingness to work primarily with pediatric patients
• Patient-first mindset 

Physical Requirements: This is a fully remote position but may require in-person attendance as company needs arise. Please be aware the below physical requirements should be considered prior to applying to the position: 

• Prolonged Sitting: Ability to sit for extended periods during working hours. 
• Manual Dexterity: Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for using a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment. 
• Visual Requirements: Adequate vision for reading computer screens and documents. 
• Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills for virtual meetings and correspondence. 
• Hearing: Sufficient hearing ability for participating in phone calls or virtual meetings. 
• Work Environment: Access to a quiet, dedicated workspace free from distractions with reliable internet connectivity.  

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• 5, 8-hour or 4, 10-hour shifts
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance