Remote Therapist (South Carolina LMSW)

Job Description

Job Title: Remote Therapist (LMSW) – Part-Time / 1099 Contractor Location: Remote – South Carolina Company: Stages Mental Health Compensation: $20–$40 per completed session, based on service type

About Us

Stages Mental Health is dedicated to providing compassionate, client-centered mental health and psychoeducational services to individuals and families. Since 2021, we have been committed to addressing the unique needs of our clients through accessible, quality behavioral health services. We provide telehealth services to a diverse client population, including insurance-based clients and individuals referred through community agencies and other programs. Position Overview Stages Mental Health is seeking a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) currently licensed in South Carolina to join our team as a part-time Remote Therapist. The clinician will provide psychotherapy and psychoeducational services through telehealth and assist with new client referrals and caseload overflow. This position offers flexibility for clinicians who want to develop and maintain a consistent part-time caseload while having control over their availability. Clinicians provide their preferred availability and may accept or decline referrals based on their availability, capacity, and clinical fit. This is a 1099 independent contractor, fee-for-service position. Hours and referrals are not guaranteed.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and/or group psychotherapy through telehealth.
• Provide psychoeducational services to assigned clients, as appropriate.
• Conduct clinical assessments and participate in individualized treatment planning within the clinician's scope of practice.
• Utilize evidence-based therapeutic approaches to address concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional regulation, relationship difficulties, and other behavioral health needs.
• Maintain accurate and timely progress notes, treatment plans, assessments, and other required documentation in accordance with agency and payer requirements.
• Participate in required clinical supervision for therapeutic services.
• Collaborate with other professionals, case managers, referral sources, and community agencies when clinically appropriate.
• Maintain client confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA requirements and applicable professional, ethical, and legal standards.
• Maintain all continuing education and professional requirements associated with the clinician's license.

Qualifications

• Current and active South Carolina LMSW license in good standing is required.
• Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited social work program.
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and therapeutic skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a remote caseload effectively.
• Comfortable providing services through telehealth.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Reliable internet connection and access to a private, professional environment appropriate for confidential telehealth sessions.
• Ability to meet applicable agency, credentialing, background, and compliance requirements.

Experience with trauma-informed care, CBT, motivational interviewing, psychoeducation, or other evidence-based approaches is preferred. Experience working with insurance-based, DSS, court-referred, or community-based clients is a plus. Bilingual English/Spanish clinicians are encouraged to apply. Schedule & Caseload This position offers a flexible schedule. Clinicians provide their preferred availability and have flexibility in determining the size of their caseload. Stages is seeking a clinician who is interested in developing and maintaining a consistent part-time caseload, rather than occasional or as-needed coverage. Evening and weekend availability is welcomed but not required.

Compensation

This is a 1099 independent contractor, fee-for-service position. Compensation is based on completed services:

• Therapeutic services: $40 per completed session
• Psychoeducational services: $20 per completed session

Therapeutic cases involve additional clinical documentation and supervision requirements. Psychoeducational services have documentation requirements based on the program and referral source. There are no guaranteed hours or guaranteed number of client referrals. Clinical Supervision Appropriate clinical supervision is provided for therapeutic services performed through Stages Mental Health. LMSWs who are currently pursuing or considering LISW-CP licensure are welcome to apply. Supervision specifically for the purpose of accumulating LISW-CP licensure hours is not guaranteed as part of this position and may be discussed individually during the interview process.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit an application and current résumé through ZipRecruiter. Selected candidates will be contacted to discuss clinical experience, availability, preferred caseload, areas of clinical interest, and the types of services they are interested in providing. Stages Mental Health is an equal opportunity organization committed to providing an inclusive professional environment. Join Stages Mental Health and become part of a growing practice committed to providing accessible, compassionate, and effective behavioral health services.

Company Description

At Stages, we strive to offer mental health education that is easy to access and as stress-free as possible.