License-Eligible Therapist/Counselor

About the position Virtual Peace of Mind (VPM) is a fast-growing, fully remote mental health practice dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to youth and families across multiple states. Our mission is to expand equitable access to mental health services through high-quality virtual care — and to support the clinicians and professionals who make that care possible. We’re building a culture that is mission-driven, accountable, supportive, and built for sustainable remote work . VPM is seeking License-Eligible Therapists to provide short-term, school-based tele-therapy to K–12 students across Virginia through a state-funded initiative in partnership with the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) . This position focuses on delivering culturally responsive, evidence-based therapeutic services through a secure, HIPAA- and FERPA-compliant virtual platform. Therapists will play an essential role in expanding access to care for students regardless of insurance coverage, immigration status, or language barriers. We are seeking compassionate, skilled clinicians who are: Deeply passionate about improving youth mental health outcomes Comfortable working in a virtual care environment Committed to collaboration, clinical excellence, and measurable results Residents will receive supervision toward licensure, while licensed clinicians will have opportunities for leadership, school consultation, and program development within our expanding clinical framework.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individual tele-therapy sessions for K–12 students referred by participating schools
• Utilize short-term, evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, and solution-focused therapy
• Address a range of concerns including anxiety, grief, trauma, academic stress, and family or peer conflict
• Provide services to diverse student populations, including multilingual learners and those without insurance
• Coordinate with school counselors, family resource managers, and administrative teams
• Engage in family outreach when appropriate to promote continuity of care
• Participate in case consultations, supervision, and ongoing professional development
• Maintain responsive and professional communication with both school and internal VPM partners
• Complete all clinical documentation (intake, progress, and discharge notes) within 48 hours
• Ensure compliance with all licensure board requirements, HIPAA, FERPA, and program-specific standards
• Contribute to quarterly outcomes reporting through standardized metrics and case summaries
• Attend required onboarding, internal meetings, supervision sessions, and trainings (as applicable)
• Notify the team as soon as possible regarding delays, absences, or scheduling conflicts
• Maintain timely, professional communication during scheduled work hours
• Uphold remote-work standards, including a private workspace and reliable internet connection

Requirements

• License-eligible in Virginia as LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent
• Residents must be actively pursuing licensure and eligible for clinical supervision
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience working with children, adolescents, or school-aged youth
• Proficiency in evidence-based interventions (CBT, DBT, solution-focused, narrative therapy)
• Strong time management, organization, and documentation skills
• Commitment to culturally responsive, strengths-based, and trauma-informed care
• Self-directed with strong virtual presence and professionalism in remote settings
• A private, quiet workspace suitable for professional work
• Reliable high-speed internet and ability to use required systems/tools

Nice-to-haves

• Prior experience in school-based therapy, community mental health, or tele-health preferred
• Experience with trauma-informed care and crisis response a plus

Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision: Company-sponsored plans available, with an employer contribution for eligible full-time employees.
• Quick Benefits Start: Benefits eligibility begins after 30 days, with coverage effective the first of the month following Day 30.
• Flexible Holidays: No fixed holiday calendar—team members are empowered to plan schedules and observe holidays meaningful to them.