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Thriveworks
California · Remote OK

Remote Associate Clinical Social Worker (Seeking LCSW) - Fee For Service

Social WorkerFull-Time

Compensation

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Thriveworks is currently seeking provisionally licensed individuals pursuing California Licensure as an LCSW in California to provide telehealth sessions. This role is eligible for a competitive ramp stipend for clinicians offering 30+ hours of availability per week.

About the Job

Thriveworks is a mental health care company founded by clinicians in 2008 and still led by them today. With 340+ locations and a nationwide hybrid care model, we serve over 175,000 clients annually through more than 1.7 million sessions, and we're growing.

In addition to working directly with clients, we partner with health systems and primary care providers because we believe mental health is inseparable from physical health.

As a clinician-led organization, we're built to support the people who do this work with the tools, community, and stability you need to build a career that lasts.

About the Role

We’re hiring licensed clinicians to provide compassionate, evidence-based care to our more than 175,000 clients across the country. You may be a good fit for this role if you’re:

  • Approved by the board as an ACSW
  • Must be seeking independent licensure and living in California
  • A graduate of an approved 60-credit hour program
  • Graduate or Post-graduate work experience in a counseling setting treating depression and anxiety is required
  • Graduate or Post-graduate work experience independently conducting intakes and diagnosing (preferred) according to the current DSM-5 under a licensed supervisor.
  • Consistently available to clients for a minimum of 25 sessions with 30 hours of availability weekly
  • A behavioral health generalist who is open to treating a variety of clients, including couples and children
  • Invested in helping your clients achieve measurable progress
  • Confident working with modern clinical technology, including telehealth and EHR tools
  • A good teammate — we’re building a clinical community and value positive contributors

Compensation

Up to $59,200 based on licensure type, session volume, and bonus opportunities. Full-time clinicians are eligible for health insurance, student loan repayment assistance, paid time off, and other employer-sponsored benefits.

How We Support You

We handle the administrative work so you can focus on what you do best: providing exceptional care. That means credentialing, billing, scheduling, and marketing support taken care of for you, plus paid orientation and training to get you started. You'll build a full caseload within 90 days of credentialing, with flexible scheduling available seven days a week from 7 a. m. to 10 p. m. ET.

Benefits

  • As a W2 employee, you'll be eligible to receive:
  • Guaranteed bi-weekly pay for completed sessions
  • FREE individual clinical supervision provided
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Paid time off
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
  • CEU reimbursement and free in-house training
  • Student loan repayment assistance

Our Community

Being a clinician can feel isolating, especially in a telehealth world. We're built to make sure it doesn't. You'll have access to live clinical support, monthly case consultations, and a vibrant online and in-person community of more than 2,700 licensed providers. All clinical leadership is promoted from within, so the people supporting you have been exactly where you are.

Ready to Join Us?

Apply today to become part of a team that’s changing mental health care for clients and clinicians alike.

Interested in joining Team Thriveworks? We're thrilled to meet you!

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Our recruiters and other team members will only email you from thriveworks@myworkday.com or an @thriveworks.com email address.

  • Our recruiters and other team members may also contact you via text or phone to schedule an interview.
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  • Our interviews will take place over Google Meet (not Microsoft Teams, Zoom, or any other platform).
  • We will never ask you to purchase or send us equipment.

If you see a scam related to Thriveworks, please report it to infosec@thriveworks.com. You can contact employment@thriveworks.com with any questions or concerns.

Thriveworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our people are our most valuable assets.

We embrace and encourage differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique.

We encourage and welcome diverse candidates to apply for any position you are qualified for to bring your unique perspective to our team.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship, either now or in the future.

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Key Responsibilities

Provide compassionate, evidence-based telehealth mental health sessions to a diverse caseload of clients. Manage clinical documentation and maintain consistent availability for client sessions while collaborating within a clinical community.

Requirements

Must be an Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW) seeking independent LCSW licensure in California. Requires a graduate degree from an approved program and experience treating depression and anxiety.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical social workMental health counselingDiagnosisIntake assessmentCase managementTreatment planning

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Remote Associate Clinical Social Worker (Seeking LCSW) - Fee For Service at Thriveworks a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) — ranked against 2,010 active Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.

Social Worker Career Context

Thriveworks holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 75/100, 524 active listings.

Social Work by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.4 / 10 · above average in licensed clinical social worker (lcsw)ranked against 2,010 Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedSocial Work median $85k (middle half $75k–$98k)353 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentloan repaymentUS social worker listings (all specialties): 9% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 5% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Social Work listings2,543 in the last 30 days1,350 the 30 days before (+88%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Thriveworkssilver tier, 75/100Top Employers work-life index524 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (2,010 Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) listings), Top Employers work-life index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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About Thriveworks

Mental Health Care
Lynchburg, VA
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Guaranteed bi-weekly pay for completed sessions
FREE individual clinical supervision
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with employer matching
Paid time off
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
CEU reimbursement and free in-house training