Remote Mental Health Clinician — California State (W2 or 1099)

<p></p> <p><strong>Transform Youth Mental Health with Daybreak Health</strong></p> <h1>Overview</h1> <p>Join our mission to make quality mental healthcare accessible to every student who needs it. At Daybreak Health, you'll be part of a movement dedicated to removing barriers to care and empowering young people to thrive emotionally and mentally.</p> <p>We partner with over 60 school districts—including Kaiser Permanente—reaching more than one million students nationwide. Our clinicians enjoy the stability of consistent referrals and a meaningful caseload, allowing you to focus on what matters most: <em><strong>making a real difference in students' lives</strong></em>.</p> <p>We're seeking compassionate, licensed mental health clinicians to provide teletherapy to students ages 11-24 throughout California. In this role, you'll deliver high-quality, evidence-based care while working alongside schools, families, and community partners to help students thrive. Every session you lead has the power to change a young person's trajectory—and that's just the beginning of the impact you'll make.</p> <h1>Employment Options</h1> <h2><strong>W-2 Part-Time Position</strong></h2> <ul> <li><strong>Competitive Salary:</strong> $55,000–$115,000 annually with reliable bi-weekly pay</li> <li><strong>Exceptional Benefits Package:</strong> Medical, dental, and vision coverage with Daybreak covering 90% of medical premiums and 100% of dental and vision for employees, plus 65% for eligible dependents. Choose between Kaiser and Anthem (Blue Cross Blue Shield) health plans</li> <li><strong>Generous Time Off:</strong> 80 hours of PTO, 11 paid holidays, and 4 mental health days to support your well-being</li> <li><strong>Professional Growth Support:</strong> CEUs, malpractice insurance, and 401(k) retirement savings plan</li> <li><strong>Manageable Caseload:</strong> At least 25 weekly time slots, with a minimum of 17 completed sessions per week (averaged monthly) to retain base salary and benefits</li> </ul> <h2><strong>1099 Independent Contractor Position</strong></h2> <ul> <li><strong>Compensation:</strong> $70–$85 per session, plus guaranteed pay for no-shows and late cancellations. Bilingual clinicians earn an additional $5 per session</li> <li><strong>Flexible Manageable Caseload:</strong> Minimum of just 5 sessions per week—perfect for work-life balance</li> </ul> <h2><strong>Additional Benefits (Both Roles)</strong></h2> <ul> <li><strong>Fully Remote:</strong> Work from anywhere in the U.S.</li> <li><strong>Flexible Schedule:</strong> Set your hours Monday–Friday, 3–8 PM PST, with optional weekend availability from 9 AM–5 PM PST.</li> <li><strong>Administrative Support:</strong> We handle billing, credentialing, and scheduling—so you can focus on care</li> <li><strong>Supportive Clinical Community:</strong> Peer consultation, collaborative networks, and team discussions</li> <li><strong>Professional Development:</strong> Continuing education credits and ongoing training</li> </ul> <h1>Role Responsibilities</h1> <ul> <li>Foster strong, supportive relationships with students to create a safe therapeutic environment</li> <li>Provide evidence-based individual teletherapy to students ages 11–24 experiencing mild-to-moderate mental health conditions</li> <li>Provide psychoeducation to parents/caregivers</li> </ul> <h1>Qualifications</h1> <ul> <li><strong>Licensed Professional</strong> with <strong>LCSW</strong>, <strong>LPCC</strong>, <strong>LMFT, or LP</strong> credentials in the <strong>State of California</strong></li> <li><strong>Passion for youth mental health</strong>: Demonstrated commitment to providing culturally responsive, equitable care that honors diverse backgrounds and experiences</li> <li><strong>Experience working with teens and youth</strong> ages 11-24 in clinical or school settings</li> <li><strong>Comfortable with telehealth</strong>: Experience providing telehealth services</li> </ul> <h1>Our Commitment to Diversity</h1> <p>Daybr ... (truncated, view full listing at source)