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Mental Health Therapist - Pediatric Experience - 1099 Contractor - New York

Lyra Health

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Lyra Clinical Associates is seeking a 1099 contractor with a Master's degree and an unrestricted license to provide pediatric mental health care via telehealth. The role requires experience with culturally responsive, evidence-based techniques for children, teens, and families, as well as the ability to work evenings or Saturdays. Candidates must be authorized to work in the US and comfortable with the Lyra platform's collaborative care model.

Remote scope
US
Time zones
Evenings · Saturdays

What you need

  • Master's degree from a clinical track (e.g., MSW, MFT, MC, MMHC)
  • Unrestricted LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LMHC, or equivalent license
  • No current, past, or pending disciplinary action
  • Experience providing culturally responsive, evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and their families
  • Familiarity with CBT, DBT, ACT, MI, PMT, and EMDR
  • Ability to coordinate with psychiatrists, nurses, case managers, and wellness coaches within a collaborative care framework, Ability to engage families in the therapeutic process and adapt approaches to family dynamics, Adherence to quality standards for documentation, Tech-savvy and comfortable practicing telehealth via video, including ensuring confidentiality and security, Ability to meet with clients primarily or exclusively available in the evenings or Saturdays, Authorized to work in the U.S.

What you will own

  • Provide evidence-based therapy to pediatric clients and their families via telehealth
  • Collaborate within a care framework involving psychiatrists, nurses, case managers, and wellness coaches
  • Engage families in the therapeutic process and educate them on treatment goals
  • Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant documentation of assessments, treatment plans, and session notes
  • Address technical issues promptly to optimize the member experience
Core skills
Clinical TherapyPediatric Mental HealthTelehealthEvidence-Based Practice
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  • applicant_location_requirements “Authorized to work in the U.S.”
  • location “Job location: remote,New York”
  • must_have “Unrestricted LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LMHC, or equivalent license (i.e., able to work independently, without supervision from a licensed supervisor) without current, past, or pending disciplinary action”
  • remote_scope “Lyra’s provider network is composed of in-person and virtual therapists, physicians, and coaches across the US.”
  • summary “We are looking for contract licensed telehealth therapists who are passionate about whole-person, whole family mental health care to join our clinical team.”
clinical therapypediatric mental healthtelehealthevidence-based practice
Role brief
About Lyra   Lyra Clinical Associates partners with Lyra Health, a leading provider of evidence-based mental health care, serving more than 20 million people globally in partnership with employers and more than 100 million through health plan and partner relationships. The company has delivered more than 15 million sessions of mental health care, published more than 35 peer-reviewed studies, and delivered unmatched outcomes in terms of access, clinical effectiveness, and cost efficiency. Lyra members have access to care in one day, and nine out of ten improve with the support of providers like you. Lyra is transforming access to life-changing mental health care through Lyra Empower, the only fully integrated, AI-powered platform combining the highest-quality care and technology solutions. You will be contracted by Lyra Clinical Associates.
About the Opportunity   Lyra’s provider network is composed of in-person and virtual therapists, physicians, and coaches across the US. With our supportive provider platform, and opportunities for training and clinical consultation, being part of our network is an incredible chance to do what you love (like client care) with support for the things you don’t love (like self promotion and scheduling).We are looking for contract licensed telehealth therapists who are passionate about whole-person, whole family mental health care to join our clinical team.    This opportunity is a great fit if you’re an independently licensed clinical therapist with experience providing culturally responsive, evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and their families. This opportunity is ideal for providers seeking well-matched and motivated pediatric clients. Providers who are excited to pilot innovative care protocols and techniques, grounded in evidence-based practice; and participate in training on our proprietary curriculum and collaborative care model are encouraged to apply.

Requirements:

  • Master’s degree from a clinical track (e.g., MSW, MFT, MC, MMHC)
  • Unrestricted LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LMHC, or equivalent license (i.e., able to work independently, without supervision from a licensed supervisor) without current, past, or pending disciplinary action 
  • Practice evidence-based techniques to motivate, guide, and help our members meet their goals successfully, including, but not limited to, CBT, DBT, ACT, MI, PMT, and EMDR; and clinical best practices (e.g., measurement based care, promoting skills practice)  
  • Works effectively within a collaborative care framework, coordinating with psychiatrists, nurses, case managers, and wellness coaches
  • Capable of engaging families in the therapeutic process, educating them on treatment goals, and adapting approaches to incorporate family dynamics and support
  • Adheres to quality standards for documentation, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant records of assessments, treatment plans, and session notes
  • Tech-savvy and comfortable practicing telehealth via video, ensuring member confidentiality and security, addressing technical issues promptly to optimize member experience
  • Able to meet with clients who are primarily or exclusively available in the evenings or Saturdays 
  • Authorized to work in the U.S.

    • Here are some of the advantages to joining the Lyra provider network:

  • Connect with highly compatible clients 
  • Let clients easily book appointments with our calendar feature, which seamlessly integrates with your calendar
  • Focus less on the administrative burden of billing 
  • Access Lyra’s experienced clinical consultations team to get rapid support with your Lyra clients 
  • Access to Lyra’s 24/7 Care Navigation team as an additional crisis support resource
  • Upskill your knowledge base with access to Lyra’s large collection of free and relevant CE credited courses approved by APA, ASWB, and NBCC

    • Additional

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information or any other category protected by law.

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