(LICSW) Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - Telehealth

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)  — Remote | Brightside Health

At Brightside Health, we’re redefining remote therapy and telehealth with evidence-based, human-centered mental health care. As a LICSW, you’ll deliver transformative, evidence-based virtual therapy to individuals seeking real change. With our proven care models, 86% of our members experience meaningful improvements within just 12 weeks.

About Brightside : Brightside Health is a tech-enabled healthcare company transforming remote mental health care through evidence-based programs and a full continuum of services, including general therapy, suicide prevention care, and SUD IOP. LICSWs love Brightside for fully remote, flexible schedules, steady referral stream, and exceptional clinical support—including free CEUs, CAMS-care training, and case consult groups. We offer built-in psychoeducation tools, billing and client support, and a collaborative environment.

Role overview : We are seeking passionate, licensed independent clinical social workers to deliver high-quality telehealth care within our general mental health program. In addition to general care, LICSWs have the opportunity to opt into specialized programs, including our Suicide Prevention Program, Teen Program, and our upcoming Mental Health IOP (Intensive Outpatient Program). If you're committed to evidence-based practices and excited to deliver culturally responsive care to adults or even teens, we'd love to hear from you.

What you’ll do :

Deliver weekly evidence-based virtual therapy sessions via live video

Apply the Unified Protocol (UP) framework and CBT to guide treatment

Monitor client progress virtually through automated assessments and goal-based measures

Collaborate with psychiatric providers and fellow therapists for comprehensive care

Maintain accurate, timely documentation through our AI-enhanced EMR

Why join Brightside?

Unprecedented impact : Make a real impact with an innovative, mission-driven remote therapy team

Clinical support : Grow professionally with leadership support and continuous education opportunities, including billing and care coordination support

Professional growth opportunities : Serve across diverse service lines, including our Suicide Prevention Program and expanding Teen Therapy Program

Custom-built tools : Be part of a tech-enabled virtual mental health care model and enjoy our streamlined EMR integrated with treatment software, assessment tools, progress monitoring, and AI transcription for seamless documentation

Collaborative approach : Thrive in a collaborative culture rooted in innovation, inclusivity, and compassion

Ongoing referrals : Grow your ideal caseload with Brightside’s steady and reliable stream of client referrals

What we offer :

100% remote, flexible 1099 contractor positions

Create your own schedule (Monday-Sunday, 7am-9pm)

No on-call work

Free CEUs and CAMS training for suicide risk treatment

Dedicated operational support : billing, IT, and insurance assistance

Free malpractice insurance coverage

Health insurance recommendations via Stride Health

AI-driven EMR to streamline documentation and enhance clinical care

Opportunities to work with our Suicide Prevention and Teen Therapy Programs

Qualifications :

Master's or Doctorate in Social Work (MA, MS, MSW, PhD, PsyD)

Independent clinical license (LICSW)

Minimum 1 year of independent licensure (2+ state licenses a big plus)

2+ years of recent experience delivering CBT and evidence-based therapy to adults

Comfortable treating a diverse range of populations and mental health conditions

Tech-savvy and enthusiastic about integrating digital solutions into clinical practice

Experience working with higher-risk populations and / or adolescents preferred

Apply Today! Shape the future of evidence-based remote mental health care — apply today and make a lasting difference with Brightside Health.

Learn more at : www.brightside.com / careers

We know that diversity fosters innovation, inclusivity, and better care. We are committed to equity and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply, even if your experience isn’t an exact match. Brightside is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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