Licensed Mental Health Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Part-Time Licensed Mental Health Therapist (Remote – Arizona Licensed Only)

Location: Fully Remote (Must hold an active Arizona license)
Schedule: Part-Time | Preferred Hours: Weekdays 2 PM – 9 PM | Weekend availability a plus

Help Us Expand Care in Arizona

Backpack Healthcare is growing—and we're excited to be expanding our services into Arizona. As we build access to high-quality mental health care for children, teens, and young adults in new communities, we're looking for part-time licensed therapists to help support this growth.

This is a unique opportunity to join early, contribute to program development, and make a direct impact as we establish and expand services across the state.

About Backpack Healthcare

We are a clinician-led, minority-owned organization focused on delivering accessible, evidence-based mental health care. Our model is designed to support clinicians while improving outcomes for the youth and families we serve.

Compensation

• $55 per billable hour — LCSW, LPC, LMFT (independently licensed)

Expected Caseload: 15–22 sessions per week

Why This Role Stands Out

Remote Flexibility
Work from anywhere in Arizona with no commute or overhead.

Flexible Scheduling
Afternoon and evening hours aligned with client needs—build a schedule that works for you.

Growth Opportunity
Be part of our Arizona expansion, with opportunities to contribute to program development and future leadership roles.

Professional Development

• CEU reimbursement (up to $150 annually)
• Supervision for eligible clinicians
• Ongoing training and support

Supportive Environment
Collaborative team, accessible leadership, and systems designed to support your clinical work without unnecessary administrative burden.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual and family therapy via secure telehealth
• Conduct assessments and develop treatment plans
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, PMHNPs, and clinical team members
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation
• Support families with education and care coordination

Benefits (Eligible Part-Time Employees)

• 401(k) with 3% company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• $25,000 company-paid life insurance
• CEU reimbursement and ongoing training
• Opportunities for supervisory pathways

Qualifications

• Active Arizona license (LPC, LCSW)
• Comfortable working independently in a remote setting
• Experience or strong interest in working with children, teens, and families
• Bilingual (Spanish) strongly preferred

Apply

If you're looking for flexible, meaningful part-time work and want to be part of expanding mental health access in Arizona, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help build a stronger future for children and families across Arizona.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Backpack Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that the strength of our care depends on the diversity and well-being of our team. We celebrate differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other traits that make each person unique. We welcome and encourage diverse candidates to apply for any position for which they are qualified and to bring their unique perspectives, experiences, and talents to our team.

Backpack Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that the strength of our care depends on the diversity and well-being of our team. We celebrate differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other traits that make each person unique. We welcome and encourage diverse candidates to apply for any position for which they are qualified and to bring their unique perspectives, experiences, and talents to our team.