NY Licensed Mandarin Speaking 1099 Mental Health Therapist
Listed compensation
$60 per hour
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
- Bilingual English/Mandarin Required
- Start Date: Flexible
- Schedule: This is a FFS 1099 position.
- Choose Your Set Schedule: Our therapy hours of operation is 8am to Midnight seven days a week.
Minimum 8 hours of commitment requested. Ability to flex up and down depending on student volumes. Summer hours are available but not required.
About Us
At Mantra Health, we're dedicated to revolutionizing student mental health care. Partnering with a variety of universities and colleges across the country—including Columbia University, Texas Tech, and the Minnesota State school system—our mission is to provide universal access to high-quality mental health services for students.
Since our founding in 2018, we've built a comprehensive treatment service for young adults with various mental health conditions. We've raised over $34 million to work with students at universities and colleges across the country.
We're particularly proud that nearly two-thirds of students with access to Mantra report that Mantra's program helped them stay in school. From comprehensive tele-therapy to wellness coaching to tele-psychiatry, our diverse team is dedicated to ensuring that students not only survive but thrive.
- Join us in paving the way for a brighter, healthier future for students everywhere.
- What Our Clinicians Say About Working At Mantra Health:
"Very supportive and informative administration team!"
"They have a great EHR and the upper management seems very supportive"
"Mantra's collaborative MDs are well trained to train others with respect. I am impressed by one of the most common goals in common among all staff is to promote mental health among students! Great model!"
Who We're Looking For
We are seeking independently licensed mandarin speaking 1099 therapists licensed in any state to provide virtual therapy to college students. This is a fully remote position within the US. We are eager to welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds who share our commitment to making mental health care accessible and affordable for students across the United States.
Work Weeks And Hours
- At least 8 hrs per week of availability (on average) during the academic year
- Ability to flex up and down depending on student volumes
Compensation
- $95 per intake session completed (60-minute)
- $80 per follow up session completed (45-minute)
- $30 for all no-show appointments
- $60 per hour for attending monthly therapy training and all hands meetings
As a Mantra Licensed Therapist, You Will
Deliver high-quality, meaningful virtual therapy using evidence-based interventions such as Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Action and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), etc.
- Utilize our advanced collaboration portal to connect with students, providing them with the support they need.
- Work closely with campus treatment providers, supervisors, and peers to ensure cohesive care.
- Maintain timely and precise records of all clinical interactions to ensure continuity of care.
- Partner with our administrative support team to enhance overall student care, from initial outreach to resource provision.
- Collaborate with leadership during critical patient scenarios to ensure the best outcomes.
Become an expert in our unique care model, enabling you to effectively support college students and continually refine your therapeutic skills.
Who You Are
Hold active independent clinical licensure (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LMHC-D) in NY. Multi-state licensure is an added advantage as we operate in all 50 states. Must be willing to obtain additional state licenses; administrative and financial support for licensure is provided.
- Ability to conduct thorough biopsychosocial intakes with clear diagnostic assessments.
- Skillfully combine conceptual insights with appropriate treatment plans.
- Adept at treating a diverse cohort of students with respect and understanding.
- Identify and manage escalating risk scenarios effectively.
Equipped with a laptop/desktop computer with quality video camera and a stable internet connection to facilitate virtual therapy.
Why Choose Mantra?
Flexible Schedule: Set your own hours, and enjoy the benefits of 100% remote work.
Growth Opportunities: Take advantage of our cross-licensing sponsorship to expand your professional credentials.
Protected Practice: Benefit from company-sponsored malpractice insurance to ensure your practice is safeguarded.
Collaborative Environment: Opt-in for clinical consultations and relish the support of our embedded administrative team.
College Population: Work with highly motivated college students to make an impact during the most pivotal periods of their lives.
If you have any questions, please feel free to email us at recruiting@mantrahealth.com
Mantra health is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality virtual therapy to college students using evidence-based interventions and maintain precise clinical records. Collaborate with campus providers and the administrative team to ensure cohesive care and effective student support.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an active independent clinical license (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or LMHC-D) in New York and be fluent in Mandarin. The role requires a minimum commitment of 8 hours per week and the ability to conduct thorough biopsychosocial intakes.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates NY Licensed Mandarin Speaking 1099 Mental Health Therapist at Mantra Health a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 8,033 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.
Counselor Career Context
Mantra Health holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 73/100, 5 active listings.
Of the 40 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 90% are remote, 10% have no call, 73% require no weekends — this position is remote.
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