Associate Mental Health Therapist

Student success starts with mental health.

Daybreak Health partners with districts and schools to provide personalized mental health support to help students reach their full potential. Our teletherapy programs are designed to give each student access to high-quality, affordable, and culturally competent care that meets their unique needs.

We take pride in our partnership with over 60 school districts, impacting over a million students across the U.S., all in pursuit of ensuring every young individual has the foundation for both personal wellbeing and educational success.

Join us to help solve the most defining problem of an entire generation. We’re hiring dedicated associate therapists to provide remote intake services to students! 

Benefits of Joining Daybreak:

• Competitive hourly rate with guaranteed pay for late cancellations and no-shows!
• Earn an exceptional income while setting your own schedule
• Focus 100% on providing care
• We handle all the billing, credentialing, and admin tasks
• Tailored EHR system optimized for telehealth
• Enjoy work-life balance with our flexible telehealth model
• Collaborate with our highly skilled clinician community
• Supervision included for all Daybreak therapistsPosition

About the Role

As a Remote Mental Health Therapist, you will provide teletherapy services to students in our partner school districts. Some areas of responsibilities include:

• Providing evidence-based teletherapy to students that work with Daybreak.
• Collaborating closely with school counselors and other relevant providers.
• Building trusted relationships with students and families.
• Providing psychoeducation and support to parents and caregivers.
• Participating in case consultations and clinical team discussions.
• Contributing to the on-going development of Daybreak Health’s clinical programs.

  Position: Remote Mental Health Therapist (W-2 part-time) 

  Location: 100% Telehealth / Remote and must be based in California 

  Pay Rate: $45/hour

  License Types: ASCW, APCC, AMFT

  Join Daybreak Health to Transform Student Mental Health

  At Daybreak Health, we understand that student success starts with mental health. We partner with over 60 school districts across the U.S. to provide personalized mental health support, helping students reach their full potential. Our teletherapy programs offer high-quality, affordable, and culturally competent care tailored to meet the unique needs of each student.

  We are driven by our mission to ensure every young person has the foundation for both personal wellbeing and educational success. If you’re passionate about making a lasting impact, we invite you to join our team of dedicated therapists.

  Why You'll Thrive at Daybreak Health

  • Excellent Pay: Earn a competitive rate with guaranteed pay for late cancellations and no-shows.
  • Flexible Scheduling: Work from anywhere with our flexible telehealth options and enjoy a flexible schedule.
  • Client Matchmaking: 90% of the students we work with say we matched them to the right clinician.
  • Professional Development: Advance your career with continuing education and supervisor mentorship.
  • Supportive Environment: Focus on your clients while we handle all administrative tasks, including billing and credentialing.
  • Innovative Technology: Access the latest therapy tools to enhance your practice and make paperwork easier. 
  • Community and Culture: Join a supportive therapist community committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging.

  About the Role

  As a Remote Mental Health Therapist, you will provide teletherapy services to students in our partner school districts. Some areas of responsibilities include:

  • Providing evidence-based teletherapy to students that work with Daybreak.
  • Collaborating closely with school counselors and other relevant providers.
  • Building trusted relationships with students and families.
  • Providing psychoeducation and support to parents and caregivers.
  • Participating in case consultations and clinical team discussions.
  • Contributing to the on-going development of Daybreak Health’s clinical programs.

  Requirements

  • Active, independent clinical license in California (ACSW, APCC, AMFT).
  • Experience with telehealth and delivering care to school-aged children.
  • Strong technological skills and familiarity with EHR systems.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work during peak hours (Mon-Fri during the afternoons and/or evenings). Weekend slots are also available. 

Licensure:

• Active associate clinical license: ACSW, APCC, AMFT
• Experience: Experience in a clinical or mental health setting working with school-aged children, with specific experience in intake and assessment preferred.

Skills:

• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems and other relevant software.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of the use of the Zoom platform.
  • Fluency in additional languages (e.g., Spanish, Mandarin) preferred.

Personal Attributes:

• Compassionate and empathetic approach to client care.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically in high-pressure situations.

Are you ready to make a lasting impact on young lives? Join our team of providers who trust Daybreak and experience the power of mission-driven work.