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Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LCSW, LPCC, LMFT) – Remote, California | Contr

Daybreak Health is a K-12 teletherapy provider focused on personalized mental health support for students, enhancing their academic and emotional well-being.

Daybreak Health

Employee count: 51-200

Salary: 146k-177k USD

United States only

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Transform Youth Mental Health with Daybreak Health

Overview

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.

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: making a real difference in students' lives.

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.

Compensation & Benefits

  • $70–$85 per session, plus guaranteed pay for no-shows and late cancellations.
  • Flexible & Manageable Caseload: Start with a minimum of just 5 sessions per week — perfect for work-life balance. Most of our clinicians choose to provide 10 sessions per week, and we encourage you to work toward that as you settle in.

Your Path to W-2 Employment & Full Benefits

At Daybreak, we invest in clinicians who are ready to grow with us. Once you consistently reach 17 completed sessions per week, you'll have the opportunity to transition into our W-2 role, a part-time commitment that comes with the stability and benefits.

As a W-2 employee, you'll receive:

  • 💰 Base salary of $55,000/year with the opportunity to earn over $115,000 annually through monthly session bonuses ($70 per session beyond 17/week)
  • 🏥 Comprehensive health coverage — Daybreak covers up to 90% of your medical premium (dental and vision fully covered); 65% coverage for eligible dependents
  • 🗓️ Work-life balance — 11 paid holidays, 4 mental health days, and 60 hours of PTO per year
  • 📈 401(k) plan
  • 🧠 Professional support — Clinical guidance from experienced team leads and a clinical director to help you meet and exceed your goals

Prefer to stay independent? Clinicians who wish to remain as 1099 Independent Contractors are welcome to do so — we support whatever arrangement works best for your lifestyle and career goals. At Daybreak, flexibility isn't just a perk, it's part of how we work.

Flexibility & Clinical Support

  • Fully Remote: Work from anywhere in the U.S.
  • Flexible Schedule: Set your hours Monday–Friday, 3–8 PM PST, with optional weekend availability from 9 AM–5 PM PST.
  • Administrative Support: We handle billing, credentialing, and scheduling—so you can focus on care
  • Supportive Clinical Community: Peer consultation, collaborative networks, and team discussions
  • Professional Development: Continuing education credits and ongoing training

Role & Responsibilities

  • Foster strong, supportive relationships with students to create a safe therapeutic environment
  • Provide evidence-based individual teletherapy to students ages 11–24 experiencing mild-to-moderate mental health conditions
  • Provide psychoeducation to parents/caregivers

Qualifications

  • Licensed Professional with LCSW, LPCC, LMFT, or LP credentials in the State of California
  • Passion for youth mental health: Demonstrated commitment to providing culturally responsive, equitable care that honors diverse backgrounds and experiences
  • Experience working with teens and youth ages 11-24 in clinical or school settings
  • Comfortable with telehealth: Experience providing telehealth services

Please note: This role is open to fully licensed clinicians only; associate and provisionally licensed clinicians are not eligible.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Daybreak Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our mission to serve students from all backgrounds. We actively encourage applications from people of all races, ethnicities, religions, gender identities, sexual orientations, ages, abilities, and veteran status.

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Salary: 146k-177k USD

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Daybreak Health is dedicated to revolutionizing youth mental health care by providing personalized teletherapy services aimed at helping students navigate social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. Founded in 2020, Daybreak Health emerged from the personal experiences of its co-founder, Alex Alvarado, whose family faced difficulties accessing adequate mental health support for his younger brother. Recognizing that mental health is foundational to educational success, Daybreak partners with school districts to ensure that every student has access to high-quality mental health support tailored to their unique needs.

Through evidence-based teletherapy programs, Daybreak Health strives to positively impact academic outcomes, including behavioral improvements, better grades, and higher attendance. The organization collaborates closely with educators and families, creating a supportive ecosystem that prioritizes mental health and empowers students to thrive. With an emphasis on flexibility and personalized treatment plans, Daybreak is addressing the critical gaps in mental health services for K-12 students, ensuring that all children are equipped to reach their full potential in an increasingly challenging world.

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