Licensed Mental Health Counselor - Remote (California) - $10K Sign On

\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Equip \u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eEquip is the leading virtual, evidence-based eating disorder treatment program on a mission to ensure that everyone with an eating disorder can access treatment that works. Created by clinical experts in the field and people with lived experience, Equip builds upon evidence-based treatments to empower individuals to reach lasting recovery. All Equip patients receive a dedicated care team, including a therapist, dietitian, physician, and peer and family mentor. The company operates in all 50 states and is partnered with most major health insurance plans. Learn more about our strong \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https://equip.health/outcomes\"\u003eoutcomes\u003c/a\u003e and treatment approach at \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"http://www.equip.health\"\u003ewww.equip.health.\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eFounded in 2019, Equip has been a fully virtual company since its inception and is proud of the highly-engaged, passionate, and diverse Equisters that have created Equip’s culture.  Recognized by \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https://time.com/collection/time100-companies-2023/6285207/equip/\"\u003eTime\u003c/a\u003e as one of the most influential companies of 2023, along with awards from \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/linkedin-top-startups-2022-50-us-companies-rise-linkedin-news/\"\u003eLinkedin\u003c/a\u003e and\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https://lattice.com/blog/announcing-the-2023-finalists-for-lattices-people-success-awards\"\u003e Lattice\u003c/a\u003e, we are grateful to Equipsters for building a sustainable treatment program that has served thousands of patients and families.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003cstrong\u003e$10,000 Sign-On Bonus for New Hires with a California License\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Role\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eThe Licensed Therapist will be responsible for working closely and effectively with a multidisciplinary care team (including nutrition, medical, psychiatry, and mentorship) and utilize evidenced based care modalities (such as FBT and CBT-E). The Licensed Therapist will be responsible for evidence based treatment delivery, quality documentation, and ongoing assessment of patients’ and families’ needs.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eThe Licensed Therapist role involves emotionally rewarding but inherently difficult work. To ensure continuity of care for both patients and providers, we are committed to offering benefits that support long-term well-being and job satisfaction. The Licensed Therapist has Flex PTO (recommended 3-5 weeks), which we encourage all providers to take, as well as company holidays. They also have access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), a company-paid resource for mental health, legal services, financial support, and more. We know this work is hard, and strive to take care of our people who work so hard taking care of others.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003cstrong\u003eWorking Hours:\u003c/strong\u003e Monday - Friday, between 8am-8pm. \u003cstrong\u003eEach work day is 8 hours + lunch, breaks, and 2 late work days where your day starts later and also ends later (8 PM) in your patient population's time zone. \u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003cstrong\u003eResponsibilities \u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eProvide evidence-based family, individual, and group therapy for eating disorders and comorbid diagnoses in a virtual clinic (i.e. telehealth) setting.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eImplement family-based treatment (FBT), enhanced cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT-E), cognitive behavioral therapy for ARFID, and other evidence-based treatments for patients across the lifespan with eating disorders and their loved ones.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eMaintain a caseload of 30-40; with the expectation being 20-26 hours of direct care and remaining time dedicated to administrative tasks. \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eParticipate in initial and ongoing trainings.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eAssess and diagnose mental health conditions.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eCollaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team of physicians, dietitians, patient mentors, and family mentors, along with outside providers.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eUtilize between-session messaging to support patients and communicate with the treatment team through Equip’s EMR in accordance with Equip’s policies and procedures.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eEngage and collaborate in Treatment Team meetings, supervision, and department meetings.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eMaintain licensure in home state and obtain licensure in other states as requested by Equip (licensure costs will be covered by Equip).\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003ePerform other duties as assigned.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003cstrong\u003eQualifications\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMust Haves\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eActive, unrestricted, and independent license to practice psychotherapy from at least one US state in this posting's time zone. \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eAbility to support a caseload of patients of all ages, co-occurring conditions, backgrounds and cultures, and with varying degrees of acuity.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003ePassion for evidence-based care and treatment.Ability to provide care 2 evenings per week (meaning being available until 8pm in your patient caseloads primary time zone).\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eEnthusiastic, strong team player.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eAbility to safely and effectively deliver care in a virtual setting.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003ePassion for mental health and eating disorder treatment and expanding access to treatment.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003cstrong\u003eNice to Haves (preferred but not required)\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eExperience in Family-Based Treatment and/or eating disorder treatment.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eExperience with evidence-based treatment and/or intensive treatment settings.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eExperience supporting patients with suicidal ideation and trauma.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eCase management experience and/or experience working closely with a multidisciplinary care team. \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003cem\u003eDon't meet all the “nice to have” qualifications? We’re passionate about building a diverse team of humans and as such, if you think you've got what it takes for our mission-driven, remote-friendly, start-up environment—apply anyway. While we have a pretty good idea of what we need, we're ready for you to challenge our thinking on who needs to be in this role.\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003cstrong\u003eCompensation amp; Benefits Package\u003c/strong\u003e\u003p\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompensation:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$10,000 sign-on bonus\u003c/strong\u003e for therapists who hold full licensure in the state of California. \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eThe bonus will be paid in two installments: $5,000 upon signing and $5,000 on the one-year anniversary of employment.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eEarning Potential Range: $80,000 to $115,000 Annually\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eConsists of Base Pay + 15% Annual Performance-Based Bonus Potential\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eTime Off:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eFlex PTO policy (3-5 wks/year recommended) + 11 paid company holidays.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eGenerous Parental Leave. \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003cstrong\u003eCore Benefits: \u003c/strong\u003e\u003p\u003e\u003cul style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eCompetitive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD;D insurance.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eEquip pays for a  significant percentage of benefits premiums for individuals and families.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eMaven, a \u003cstrong\u003ecompany paid reproductive and family care benefits\u003c/strong\u003e for all employees.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eEmployee Assistance Program (EAP), a \u003cstrong\u003ecompany-paid resource for mental health, legal services, financial support, and more! \u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e401k Retirement Plan.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003cstrong\u003eOther Benefits\u003c/strong\u003e\u003p\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoan Repayment:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003p\u003cul style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e$500/quarter for employees under a year of tenure.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e$1,000/quarter for employees over a year of tenure.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003cstrong\u003eLicensing:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eEquip reimburses fees associated with initial licensure and license renewals (e.g. application to the state board, exam fees, exam study materials, etc.) for any Equip-required licenses and/or cross-licensure requests. \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003cstrong\u003eContinuing Education:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eRobust training in evidence-based treatments for eating disorders, including Family-Based Treatment, Enhanced Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for ARFID. Comparable training workshops and supervision in these modalities are valued over $3,000.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eFor therapists and medical providers, unlimited online courses through NetCE.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eUp to $1,000/year stipend for continuing education. \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eOpportunities to attend team onsites and conferences at various locations throughout the US. \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003cstrong\u003eWork From Home Additional Perks: \u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003e$50/month stipend added directly to an employee’s paycheck to cover home internet expenses. \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eOne-time work-from-home stipend of up to $500. \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical Demands \u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eWork is performed 100% from home with no requirement to travel. This is a stationary position that requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards as well as to talk or hear by telephone. Sit or stand as needed. \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eAt Equip, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) are woven into everything we do. At the heart of Equip’s mission is a relentless dedication to making sure that everyone with an eating disorder has access to care that works regardless of race, gender, sexuality, ability, weight, socio-economic status, and any marginalized identity. We also strive toward our providers and corporate team reflecting that same dedication both in bringing in \u003cem\u003eand\u003c/em\u003e retaining talented employees from all backgrounds and identities. We have an Equip DEIB council, Equip For All; also referred to as EFA. \u003cem\u003eEFA at Equip aims to be a space driven by mutual respect, and thoughtful, effective communication strategy - enabling full participation of  members who identify as marginalized or under-represented and allies, amplifying diverse voices, creating opportunities for advocacy and contributing to the advancement of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging at Equip.\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003eAs an equal opportunity employer, we provide equal opportunity in all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, training and promotion, termination, and any other terms and conditions of employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, familial status, age, disability, weight, and/or any other legally protected classification protected by federal, state, or local law. \u003c/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"min-height:1.5em\"\u003cem\u003e#LI-Remote\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e