About the Role
At Talkspace, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging-centered workplace where everyone can thrive while making a difference in mental health. We are looking for a part-time, contract Therapist (Independent Contract Provider) who is passionate about reaching individuals who need mental healthcare but lack easy access to it. This role offers the flexibility and rewards of private practice without administrative work, as Talkspace handles insurance billing, marketing, and administrative costs.
Responsibilities
- 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 weekly in a timely manner
- Complete required clinical documentation after each client session
Qualifications
- Current license to practice independently without supervision in the state of New Jersey as an LCSW, LMFT, or LPC
- Individual professional malpractice liability insurance policy
- Individual NPI number
- Comfortable learning new online tools and technology
- Reliable internet connection and video-capable device
Perks
- Clients ready for you with new client referrals
- Flexible schedule with no minimum weekly hours or caseload size requirements
- No provider membership fees
- Talkspace handles all client insurance aspects including credentialing, billing, and claims
- All sessions, documentation, resources, and compensation tracking in one platform
- Fully paid training before your first session
- Clinical and IT support available
- Free continuing education credits (CEUs) through Talkspace Learning Communities
- Access to Stride Health for health and financial well-being support
Compensation
- $70 per hour for live chat, audio, or video sessions, prorated for shorter sessions (30 or 45 minutes)
- Additional pay for asynchronous messaging
- New client engagement bonuses based on plan type
About Talkspace
Talkspace is a leading virtual behavioral healthcare provider committed to helping people lead healthier, happier lives through access to high-quality mental healthcare. They pioneered text therapy and offer services for individuals, teens, couples, psychiatric treatment, and medication management (18+). Their platform is HIPAA compliant and offers easy access to therapy for millions through insurance, employee programs, and other partnerships.
Talkspace is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, encouraging applications from all backgrounds and experiences.
How to Apply
You can apply for this contract therapist position at Talkspace by filling out the online application form on their job board page. The form requires your first name, last name, email, phone, resume/CV, state(s) of licensure with license type, state of residence, and details about your professional malpractice liability insurance. The application also involves consent for text message communication for updates and interview scheduling. Additional voluntary self-identification surveys regarding diversity, veteran status, and disability status are requested but optional.
After completing the application form and submitting it online, candidates will be contacted for further steps. Talkspace encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply, valuing nontraditional career paths and experiences.