Mental Health Therapist, Full-time - OH / Remote

A Mental Health Therapist at Cartwheel is responsible for delivering exceptional care to students and school staff in partner districts through mental health assessments and teletherapy. You will actively participate in team case discussions and focus on building trusted relationships with school leadership to ensure effective support and transitions to community care providers.

To apply for the Mental Health Therapist position at Cartwheel, you must have an active Ohio mental health care license, such as LISW, LPCC, IMFT, or PhD/PsyD. Experience with children and youth via telehealth and familiarity with therapy modalities like CBT, DBT, or ACT is essential. Additionally, strong organization and communication skills are crucial for success in this role.

The work environment for a Mental Health Therapist at Cartwheel is fully remote, allowing you to operate from anywhere within the U.S. You'll be part of a supportive and collaborative interdisciplinary team dedicated to making a positive impact in education. The position allows flexible hours, particularly after school, to accommodate the needs of students and families.

Cartwheel values the growth of its Mental Health Therapists by providing ongoing access to free online accredited continuing education, a CEU stipend, and opportunities for cross-licensure. The company also encourages involvement in workshops and programming, allowing clinicians to expand their professional horizons and work closely with school staff.

Compensation for a Mental Health Therapist at Cartwheel ranges from $50,000 to over $90,000 based on experience and licensure. Additionally, therapists are eligible for meaningful care contribution bonuses, equity ownership stakes, high-quality health insurance, generous paid time off, 401K matching, and administrative support to enhance their clinical practice.

Discuss your method of engaging with students and families by emphasizing the importance of trust and open communication. Highlight examples where you've established rapport and how you adapt your approach to cater to individual needs.

Share your experience utilizing telehealth platforms to provide therapy services. Discuss your insights on the advantages and challenges of remote care, including maintaining relationships and ensuring effective communication.

Explain your preferred therapeutic modalities, such as CBT or DBT, detailing why you find them effective based on their evidence-based research. Provide examples of how you've successfully implemented these strategies in your practice.

Outline your crisis intervention strategy, including the steps you take to assess the situation and connect students with immediate support. It’s important to mention any resources or frameworks you rely on in a virtual setting.

Use a specific example to illustrate your collaboration with school staff. Focus on your communication strategies and how working in tandem improved student outcomes or strengthened mental health support.

Emphasize the best practices you follow for securing patient information, such as using encrypted platforms and maintaining a confidentiality-conscious environment. Discuss how you educate students about protecting their privacy.

Discuss the importance of ongoing assessment and feedback in your practice. Explain how you utilize outcome measures, student feedback, and your own observations to gauge the success of your interventions.

Talk about engaging students through goal-setting, motivational interviewing, and creative approaches that resonate with young clients. Mention specific techniques you've used to encourage their participation in their treatment process.

Share your self-care strategies and the importance of seeking supervision and support. Emphasize the need for practitioners to manage their wellness in order to provide the best care for their clients.

Express your enthusiasm for Cartwheel’s mission and its innovative approach to mental health care in educational settings. Highlight how this aligns with your values and your desire to help improve mental health outcomes for students.