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Waitlist - W2 Therapist

CounselorFull-Time

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Job Description

Our mission at Talkspace is to help people heal. To get there, we need exceptionally passionate, bright, and motivated people. Apply here to join our waitlist to be considered for future Full-Time (W2) Therapist and/or Associate Therapist opportunities.

This role is perfect for those seeking the opportunity to work with a diverse client base and the rewards of private practice without the hassle of administrative work. Let Talkspace handle the insurance billing, marketing, and administrative costs, so you can fully focus on providing impactful care!

What Our W2 Therapist Do

Diagnose and treat clients remotely in your state(s) of licensure on the secure (HIPAA compliant) Talkspace platform

  • Conduct client sessions using video, audio, and live messaging services
  • Respond to asynchronous client messages each week, in a timely manner
  • Complete your required clinical documentation after each client session

Maintain a full-time caseload of at least 30 hours of clinical engagement per week, and 10 hours of admin/meetings per week

Receive clinically supervised client hours towards independent/clinical licensure (if currently associate/conditionally licensed) and attend regular meetings with Team Lead

  • Obtain additional professional licensure in state(s) assigned by company
  • Additional duties as assigned

About Our W2 Therapists

Current license to practice independently without supervision, or current associate/conditional* licensure dependent on the specific state (*unlicensed or license-pending professionals do not qualify as associate/conditionally licensed)

  • Individual professional malpractice liability insurance policy
  • Individual NPI number
  • Comfortable learning new online tools and technology
  • Reliable internet connection and video-capable device

Perks Of Being A W2 Therapist

Health and Supplemental Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans for individuals and dependents, effective day one, plus voluntary benefits such as disability, basic life, pet insurance, and more

  • Time Off: PTO, company paid holidays, and parental leave
  • Retirement Savings: 401k retirement savings program with matching up to 4%
  • Wellness: Monthly wellness stipend and free access to all Talkspace and Lasting products
  • No Membership Fees: No provider fees

Accept Insurance Without Hassle: Talkspace will take care of all aspects of client insurance including credentialing, billing, and claims

Everything in One Place: Sessions, clinical documentation, resources, and compensation tracking on one platform

Professional Development: Access NBCC and ASWB accredited continuing education credits through Talkspace Learning Communities, along with reimbursement for license renewal to support your career growth.

Clinical Support: Connect to a supportive community of Provider Support and IT teams that are available and willing to provide guidance, technical or platform support, and resources through peer-to-peer mentorship

Resources: Receive the necessary equipment and training to help navigate the platform (including access to our Provider Help Center and additional virtual resources)

Why Talkspace

Talkspace is a leading virtual behavioral healthcare provider committed to helping people lead healthier, happier lives through access to high-quality mental healthcare. At Talkspace, we believe that mental healthcare is core to overall health and should be available to everyone.

Talkspace pioneered the ability to text with a licensed therapist from anywhere and now offers a comprehensive suite of mental health services, including therapy for individuals, teens, and couples, as well as psychiatric treatment and medication management (18+). With Talkspace’s core therapy offerings, members are matched with one of thousands of licensed therapists within days and can engage in live video, audio, or chat sessions, and/or unlimited asynchronous text messaging sessions.

All care offered at Talkspace is delivered through an easy-to-use, fully-encrypted web and mobile platform that meets HIPAA, federal, and state regulatory requirements. More than 151 million Americans have access to Talkspace through their health insurance plans, employee assistance programs, our partnerships with leading healthcare companies, or as a free benefit through their employer, school, or government agency.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Talkspace welcomes and celebrates talent from all backgrounds, perspectives, and walks of life to foster an innovative and diverse workforce.

We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every qualification or if your path has been nontraditional — such as not completing a formal degree program, taking a career break, or having a prior criminal record — if you believe you could make a great addition to this team. Come as you are and learn about the exciting opportunities on our team.

Individuals seeking employment at Talkspace are considered without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, veteran or military status, unfavorable military discharge, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

How do we define Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging at Talkspace?

Diversity

Diversity encompasses the unique attributes of our employees as individuals. We value and embrace the richness arising from their varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, which include, but are not limited to, age, ability, ethnicity, gender, race, and cultural background.

Equity

Equity refers to a fair and impartial workplace, aiming to ensure equal growth and advancement opportunities for all employees. This involves amplifying underrepresented voices, addressing unconscious biases, and providing inclusive, culturally competent mental health care.

Inclusion

Inclusion signifies the practice of granting equal access to opportunities and resources for all employees, particularly those who might otherwise be excluded or marginalized. It ensures that everyone feels a sense of belonging, value, support, and respect as an individual.

Belonging

Belonging reflects the affinity and positive relationships that develop among employees from diverse backgrounds when businesses actively promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Key Responsibilities

Provide clinical therapy services to clients in a remote setting. Maintain accurate clinical documentation and adhere to professional standards of care.

Requirements

Must hold a valid clinical license (W2 status) to practice therapy. Experience in providing remote mental health services is expected.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical CounselingCase ManagementCrisis InterventionPsychotherapy

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Waitlist - W2 Therapist at Talkspace Therapy 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 8,002 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 64% are remote, 26% have no call, 72% require no weekends — this position is remote.

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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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PSLF eligible
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About Talkspace Therapy

Mental Health Care
New York, New York
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision plans effective day one
PTO and company paid holidays
Parental leave
401k with up to 4% match
Monthly wellness stipend
Free access to Talkspace and Lasting products
No provider membership fees
Insurance credentialing, billing, and claims handled by Talkspace