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Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW)

$77k/hrFull-timeRemote

location_onStrawberry Hill, Riverview, Kansas City, Wyandotte County, Kansas, 66101, United States

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Job Description

Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW) – Kansas License Required

Position: Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW)

Compensation: $77,000 per year

Location: Fully Remote (U.S. residents only, CST time zone)

Job Type: Full-Time

Overview

Iris Telehealth is committed to broadening access to high-quality mental health services while providing clinicians with the necessary tools, community support, and work-life balance to succeed. We are seeking a compassionate and experienced therapist to join our team and make a meaningful impact from a home office setting.

Role Responsibilities

As an LSCSW with Iris Telehealth, you will be responsible for:

  • Conducting comprehensive initial evaluations and developing initial treatment plans.
  • Delivering individual and family therapy sessions to patients, primarily adults (18+), though the role includes the full lifespan.
  • Treating patients with general mental health diagnoses and Serious Mental Illness (SMI).
  • Collaborating effectively with a broad support network, including psychiatrists, crisis services, peer support specialists, and case managers.

Role Details

  • Setting: 100% remote outpatient clinic based in Kansas.
  • Schedule: Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week. Note that three days per week must be scheduled after 5:00 PM CST.
  • Appointment Duration: Initial evaluations last 60–90 minutes; follow-up sessions are 30–60 minutes.
  • Administrative Duties: Approximately 1–2 hours per week.
  • Caseload: Expect to schedule 6–8 clients per day.

Why Join Iris Telehealth?

  • Mission-Driven Impact: We strive to increase access to high-quality mental health care, partnering with clinicians to serve communities that need support the most.
  • Comprehensive Support: We handle licensing, credentialing, IT infrastructure, onboarding, and administrative tasks, allowing you to focus entirely on patient care.
  • Work-Life Balance: Our remote structure offers the flexibility needed to maintain a healthy balance between professional responsibilities and personal life.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience providing therapy services as an independently licensed LSCSW.
  • Must hold an active Kansas LSCSW license.
  • Full-time availability (40 hours/week) during Central Standard Time (CST) business hours.
  • Experience and comfort treating patients across varying levels of clinical acuity.
  • Telehealth experience is preferred; familiarity with SmartCare software is a plus.
  • Must reside in the United States or a U.S. territory.

Benefits and Compensation

  • Competitive annual salary of $77,000.
  • Work-from-home flexibility.
  • Comprehensive malpractice insurance coverage.
  • Full support for licensing and credentialing processes.
  • Upfront payment of all state licensing fees.
  • Home office setup assistance and 24/7 IT support.
  • 4 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 8 flexible paid holidays.
  • Annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) budget.
  • Starting office upgrade stipend.
  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 100% employer-paid life insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
  • Optional short- and long-term disability coverage.

About Iris Telehealth

Iris Telehealth empowers clinicians to deliver high-quality virtual behavioral health care across the United States. By partnering with healthcare facilities nationwide, we manage administrative burdens so clinicians can focus on delivering top-tier care. Our organization is distinguished by its commitment to work-life balance and its respect for clinician expertise, positioning us as a leading behavioral healthcare organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Iris Telehealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We comply with all applicable state and federal laws regarding Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) regulations.

Work location

Work model: Remote

Strawberry Hill, Riverview, Kansas City, Wyandotte County, Kansas, 66101, United States

Kansas City, Kansas

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Key Responsibilities

  • check_circleConduct comprehensive initial evaluations for patients
  • check_circleEstablish individualized treatment plans for clients
  • check_circleCollaborate with psychiatry and crisis services teams
  • check_circleCoordinate with peer support and case managers
  • check_circleProvide individual and family therapy sessions

Requirements

  • verifiedActive Kansas LSCSW license
  • verifiedProven experience providing therapy services as an independently licensed LSCSW
  • verifiedFull-time availability (40 hrs per week) during CST hours
  • verifiedReside in the U.S. or a U.S. territory
  • verifiedTelehealth experience preferred
  • verifiedFamiliarity with SmartCare is a plus

Benefits & Perks

check_circleComprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and visioncheck_circle401(k) retirement plan with employer matchcheck_circle4 weeks of paid time off plus 8 flexible paid holidayscheck_circleComprehensive malpractice insurance coveragecheck_circle100% employer-paid life insurancecheck_circleAnnual CME budget and starting office upgrade stipendcheck_circleUpfront payment of all state licensing feescheck_circleHome office setup and 24/7 IT supportcheck_circleOptional short- and long-term disability coveragecheck_circleLicensing and credentialing support

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What does a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW) at Iris Telehealth do?expand_more
In this Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW) at Iris Telehealth role, you will conduct comprehensive initial evaluations for patients; establish individualized treatment plans for clients; collaborate with psychiatry and crisis services teams; and coordinate with peer support and case managers.
What are the requirements for this Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW) role?expand_more
Iris Telehealth is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Active Kansas LSCSW license; Proven experience providing therapy services as an independently licensed LSCSW; Full-time availability (40 hrs per week) during CST hours; Reside in the U.S. or a U.S. territory; Telehealth experience preferred; and Familiarity with SmartCare is a plus.
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The advertised salary range for Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW) at Iris Telehealth is $77k/hr.
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Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW) at Iris Telehealth is based in Strawberry Hill, Riverview, Kansas City, Wyandotte County, Kansas, 66101, United States. This is a remote role.
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