Bilingual Independent Mental Health Therapist- Iowa, Remote

The Ascend Story

Founded to transform mental health care access, Ascend Healthcare delivers integrated psychiatric and behavioral health solutions with a commitment to equity, compassion, and operational excellence. We partner directly with health centers to build fully integrated, sustainable behavioral health programs—bringing deep clinical expertise, operational support, and long-term stability.

Our work environment fosters:

• Collaboration and teamwork
• Patient-First Mindset
• Work from home opportunities
• Career Growth and Professional Development Training

Why Ascend?

You’ll be joining a team delivering innovative, compassionate care to communities that need it most. At Ascend, your work drives real impact—and your career grows alongside it. We believe in a “no wrong door” treatment model that finds ways to say “yes” to any patient referral rather than a multitude of exclusionary criteria found elsewhere.

Position Summary:

We are looking for a Bilingual Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LCSW, LMFT, LPC) to provide counseling and therapy treatment to our patients. Services will be provided remotely, through telemedicine, to patients throughout Iowa. We are a "say yes" first clinical provider and look to treat patients where they are and guide them along their journey to recovery and stabilization.

*Clinician must be active or willing to obtain a Iowa License*

Key Areas of Ownership:

• Provides patient care modalities of evidence-based practices to best meet the clinical needs of the patients. Examples include; CBT, DBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Psychoeducation (Symptom Recognition), Trauma Therapy, Addiction Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Bereavement/Grief Counseling, etc.
• These specific treatment modalities will be implemented in both the individual and group therapy setting, with a focus of engaging patients in their treatment plan.
• Review and signature of patient clinical Psychosocial assessment, diagnosis, treatment plan, and consents as needed for the patient in a timely manner. Maintenance of the clinic record, including documentation of activities performed as part of the service delivery process.
• Documents all services and patient activities appropriately. Ensures documentation complies with best clinical practices, contracts, regulatory and other legal
• Conducts crisis intervention for the individual and family based on the individual’s safety plan.
• Participate in regular case planning with the involved Multidisciplinary Team as new information is gathered to ensure the most clinically appropriate patient disposition.
• Participate in individual and group supervision as required. Participate in ongoing education, including in-services, training, and other activities to maintain and improve competency. Demonstrate competency through post-testing, skill observation, and performance as assessed by direct supervisor
• Provides case management services to promote recovery and community reintegration as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Active, unrestricted mental health license in state of primary residence and state of medical services being provided
• Comfortable working in a remote environment
• Willingness to work primarily with pediatric patients
• Patient-first mindset

Physical Requirements: This is a fully remote position but may require in-person attendance as company needs arise. Please be aware the below physical requirements should be considered prior to applying to the position:

• Prolonged Sitting: Ability to sit for extended periods during working hours.
• Manual Dexterity: Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for using a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• Visual Requirements: Adequate vision for reading computer screens and documents.
• Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills for virtual meetings and correspondence.
• Hearing: Sufficient hearing ability for participating in phone calls or virtual meetings.
• Work Environment: Access to a quiet, dedicated workspace free from distractions with reliable internet connectivity.

Perks

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and LTD benefits
• PTO + Company and Floating Holidays (yes, take your birthday off if you wish).
• Yearly CEU Stipend
• Collaborative Environment
• Remote-first setting
• Clinician Founded and Operated

Job Type: Full-time

Base Compensation Range: $75,000-$85,000 with primary residence in Iowa

Schedule: Monday- Friday, 8am-5pm

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• 5, 8-hour or 4, 10-hour shifts
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance