What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Mental Health Clinician & Counselor position at Choices International LLC?
Licensed Mental Health Clinician & Counselor
Telehealth & School-Based Services | Independent Contractor | Remote (Maryland, DC & Virginia)
Join Choices International
At Choices International (CHI), we believe clinicians should spend their time doing what they do best—providing exceptional care to clients. We handle the scheduling, billing, referrals, and administrative support so you can focus on clinical work and building meaningful therapeutic relationships.
We are currently seeking compassionate, dedicated, and qualified mental health professionals to join our growing team serving clients throughout Maryland, Washington, DC, and Virginia.
Positions Available
We are currently hiring:
Licensed Graduate Professional Counselors (LGPC)
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors (LCPC)
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW-C)
Licensed Graduate Social Workers (LMSW)
Licensed Graduate Alcohol and Drug Counselors (LGADC)
Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselors (LCADC)
Other independently licensed behavioral health professionals
Licensure must be active and verifiable in Maryland, DC, and/or Virginia, depending on the position.
Client Populations Served
Our clinicians provide services to:
Children and Adolescents (ages 5–17)
Adults
Families
Couples and Marital Relationships
Individuals with Substance Use Disorders
Trauma and PTSD Survivors
School-Based Mental Health Clients
Areas of Clinical Practice
We are especially interested in clinicians with experience in:
Individual Therapy
Family Therapy
Couples Counseling
Marriage Counseling
Trauma and PTSD Treatment
Child and Adolescent Therapy
Anxiety and Depression Treatment
Grief and Loss Counseling
Co-Occurring Disorders
School-Based Mental Health Services
Responsibilities:
Provide individual, family, couples, or group therapy services
Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and treatment planning
Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation
Deliver trauma-informed and culturally responsive care
Coordinate care with other providers and community resources when needed
Utilize HIPAA-compliant telehealth technology
Participate in school-based mental health services (select positions)
Qualifications
Applicants must possess:
Active professional licensure or certification
Valid NPI Number
Professional liability insurance
Ability to pass a background check
Valid driver's license or government-issued identification
Reliable internet connection and technology for telehealth services
Commitment to ethical and client-centered care
Previous telehealth experience is preferred but not required.
What We Provide:
Administrative Support
Client referrals provided
Scheduling support
Insurance billing and claims management
Credentialing assistance
Technology Support:
HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform
AI-assisted note-taking technology
Integrated scheduling and documentation systems
Flexibility:
Set your own schedule
No minimum caseload requirements
Work remotely from home
Flexible client load based on your availability
Compensation
Competitive per-session contractor compensation
Consistent referral opportunities
Opportunity to grow your caseload based on availability and credentials
Work Schedule:
Independent Contractor Position
Monday through Friday
Operating Hours: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Telehealth
School-Based Opportunities Available:
A limited number of positions include providing mental health services within partner schools in Washington, DC. These roles may involve collaboration with school staff, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
Why Join Choices International?
At CHI, our mission is to make quality mental health care accessible while creating a supportive environment where clinicians can thrive professionally. We value integrity, professionalism, clinical excellence, and compassionate care.
If you are passionate about helping individuals, families, and communities improve their mental health and overall well-being, we would love to hear from you.
Apply Today
Please submit your resume and credentials to:
contactus@choicesintl.org
All applicants must provide verifiable credentials. Background checks and proof of professional liability insurance will be required upon hire.