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Sailor Health
Alaska · Remote OK

Mental Health Therapist for Seniors (Remote - Licensed in Alaska)

Counselor 9.4 Work-LifeNo callFull-Time

Compensation

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Posted 5mo ago

Job Description

Join a mission-driven team transforming senior mental health care with compassion, flexibility, and support. Work remotely from your home and on your own hours. Sailor will take care of finding patients to you so that you can focus on providing therapy!

Position: Licensed Mental Health Therapist for Seniors (Remote, Flexible Hours – LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, LPC, CP)

Positions: 1099 with option to transition to a W2. Therapists looking for 25+ hours a week have the option for W2 (includes 401k with up to 3.5% matching, comprehensive health, medical, vision insurance).

Location: 100% Virtual (Must be licensed in Alaska)

Sailor Health is a clinician-led virtual psychotherapy startup dedicated to improving the mental health and well-being of the senior population. We are seeking licensed mental health professionals to join our team and provide high-quality, compassionate care. As a remote company, Sailor offers unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance for therapists looking to work from the comfort of their home, while making a meaningful impact on the lives of seniors.

Why Join Sailor Health?

At Sailor Health, we understand that the well-being of our therapists is essential to providing exceptional care, which is why we offer ongoing support, opportunities for professional development, and a culture that values and prioritizes your individual needs as much as the patients’ you serve.

Position Available

We offer part-time and full-time opportunities for licensed therapists (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, LPC, CP) on a fee-for-service basis. Tailor your workload to fit your life, and enjoy working with a company that values flexibility and clinician well-being.

What We Offer

Sailor Health provides an attractive benefits package designed with your personal and professional needs in mind. Packages include:

  • Flexible Scheduling – You set your own hours across 7 days a week, during general daytime hours. No on-call responsibilities.
  • Work from Home – 100% remote position with easy-to-use telehealth platforms and electronic health records.
  • Ongoing Training and Supervision – Receive specialized training in geriatric psychology and participate in regular supervision with experienced clinical directors.
  • Career Development – Access free CEUs and professional development workshops to grow your career.
  • Work-Life Balance – Create a custom schedule that fits around your existing commitments.
  • Comprehensive Benefits – For full-time employees, we offer health, dental, vision, and 401k.

Responsibilities

As a licensed therapist at Sailor Health, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Deliver high-quality, evidence-based psychotherapy to older adults in a virtual setting.
  • Design personalized treatment plans to meet the unique needs of each patient.
  • Work independently while being part of a collaborative and supportive care team.
  • Manage electronic documentation efficiently using our streamlined EMR system.
  • Participate in regular team meetings, supervision, and training to ensure best practices.

Qualifications

To be considered for this role, candidates must have:

  • A completed master’s or doctoral degree in social work, psychology, counseling, marriage and family therapy.
  • An active clinical license (LCSW, LCSW-C, LMHC, LMFT, LPC, CP).
  • Experience working with the geriatric population.
  • Comfort with technology and experience providing teletherapy is a plus.

If you're a dedicated therapist looking for flexibility and a chance to make a real difference in the lives of seniors, Sailor Health could be the perfect fit for you. Our recruitment team is ready to answer your questions and guide you through the process. Apply now to join a company that values both your professional and personal growth!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Fee-For-Service

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) with matching
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health savings account
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program

Medical Specialty

Geriatrics

Schedule: Choose your own hours (starting at 15 sessions / week minimum requirement)

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Treatment planningClinical documentationEvidence-based practiceCase managementMental health assessmentCrisis intervention

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Mental Health Therapist for Seniors (Remote - Licensed in Alaska) at Sailor Health a 9.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as exceptional. This places the position in the top 5% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 8,084 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, remote work flexibility, flexible scheduling.

Counselor Career Context

Sailor Health holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 81/100, 164 active listings.

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 54% are remote, 26% have no call, 62% require no weekends — this position is remote.

Location & Logistics

Alaska has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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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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Work-life snapshot

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About Sailor Health

Hospitals and Health Care
New York City, New York
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) with Matching
Flexible Schedule
Health Savings Account
Professional Development Assistance
Referral Program