Licensed Mental Health Therapist – California Licensed

Headlight

. Establish positive, trusting rapport with patients .

Posted 10/30/2026part-timeRemote • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $70 - $90 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders, creating individualized treatment plans, and conducting ongoing assessments of patient progress. Maintains a valid mental health license while utilizing Electronic Health Record systems to manage patient data effectively.

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Master’s Level DegreeLMFT LicenseLCSW License2+ Years Experience in Therapy ServicesElectronic Health Record Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Diagnostic AssessmentIndividualized Treatment PlansCounselingClinical DocumentationPatient Progress Assessment

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsSuperb Organizational SkillsAbility to Work CooperativelyAbility to Guide and Influence

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Health Record SystemsWord Processing SoftwareSpreadsheet SoftwareDatabase ManagementPresentation Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Mental Health License

Industry Keywords

Mental Health DisordersTherapy ServicesClinical SettingPatient Data ManagementBilingual (English/Spanish)

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish positive, trusting rapport with patients
Diagnose and treat mental health disorders
Create individualized treatment plans according to patient needs and circumstances
Meet with patients regularly to provide counseling and treatment
Adjust treatment plans as necessary
Conduct ongoing assessments of patient progress
Involve and advise family members when appropriate
Plan outreach and referral activities in surrounding communities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s Level Degree or higher (Required) in related fields
Full, unencumbered LMFT, LCSW, LPC, LPCC or Psychologist license based on office location; valid, active license required
Applicants without a valid, active license will not be considered
Not hiring associate/intern level therapists
2+ years' experience with providing diagnostic assessment and therapy services
Minimum requirement of 12 months in a clinical setting after becoming fully licensed
Maintain professional licensure and/or certification throughout employment
Electronic Health Record (EHR) proficiency
Demonstrated experience using electronic health record systems to manage patient data, document clinical information, and access patient histories
Strong computer literacy with proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations
Ability to adapt to new technologies and troubleshoot common issues
Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are a plus, but not required
Ability to work cooperatively as a team member
Superb organizational skills
Ability to guide, direct, or influence people
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and their families

Benefits

Comp & perks

Insurance, billing, and marketing handled by Headlight
Innovative technology including Blueprint AI for session notes
Industry-leading benefits
Sick leave
401(k) contributions
Clinical consultation groups and case consultations
Clinical autonomy with guidance from experienced Executive Therapists and Psychiatrists
Collaborative team environment and supportive community
Small clinical teams of 10 to 12 with a licensed clinical lead