Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LMSW)

**Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LMSW)** **BirdWellness, PLLC \| 100% Remote – Michigan** **1099 Independent Contractor \| Flexible Caseload** BirdWellness, PLLC is seeking an experienced **Michigan\-licensed LMSW** to join our growing telehealth group practice. We are a **clinician\-owned, 100% virtual practice** serving clients throughout Michigan. BirdWellness is currently home to four clinicians with **55\+ years of combined experience in the mental health field**, including advanced training and certifications in EMDR, DBT, TF\-CBT, Prolonged Exposure, and CBT. What makes our practice different is that our owners are clinicians first. Both co\-owners maintain full caseloads and actively practice alongside the rest of the team. We understand the realities of clinical work because we are doing the same work every week. We have intentionally built BirdWellness to give experienced therapists the **autonomy and earning potential of private practice without having to manage the administrative side alone.** Why BirdWellness? Our independent contractors receive: * **75% of collected revenue**, with the opportunity to earn **up to 80% based on caseload size** * Approximately **$60–$131 per completed 90837 session** based on current payer reimbursement and compensation tier * **Quarterly bonus opportunities** * **Weekly pay every Friday** * **All insurance billing and credentialing handled by BirdWellness** * 100% remote practice * Flexible, clinician\-directed scheduling and caseload * Referral and marketing support * Established EHR and telehealth infrastructure * **AI and other assistive technology to make clinical documentation faster and more efficient** * Opportunity to develop and market your individual specialties * Collaboration with highly experienced clinicians without unnecessary layers of management Our goal is to reduce the administrative friction that takes clinicians away from their actual work: providing therapy. Who We're Looking For We are looking for an **independently licensed Michigan LMSW** who is confident practicing in an outpatient setting and wants the freedom to build a caseload around their clinical strengths. We value clinicians who demonstrate sound clinical judgment, practice ethically and independently, maintain timely documentation, and take pride in developing expertise in the populations or conditions they treat. We are particularly interested in clinicians whose specialties complement our existing team. Areas of interest may include children and adolescents, couples and families, ADHD and neurodivergence, OCD, perinatal/postpartum mental health, eating disorders, substance use, grief, trauma, first responders, or other specialized populations. **You do not need to specialize in all of these areas.** We would rather hire a clinician who knows what they do exceptionally well than someone attempting to treat everything. Qualifications Applicants must have: * Active, unrestricted **Michigan LMSW license** * Master's degree in Social Work * Experience providing psychotherapy in an outpatient behavioral health setting * Ability to practice independently and manage an outpatient caseload * Strong clinical documentation and communication skills * Professional liability insurance * Reliable internet and a private, HIPAA\-appropriate telehealth workspace Advanced training, certification, or demonstrated specialization in an evidence\-based treatment approach is preferred. Schedule \& Caseload This is a flexible **1099 independent contractor** opportunity. Clinicians determine their own availability and have significant control over the size and composition of their caseload. A typical caseload may range from approximately **5–30 client sessions per week**, depending on the clinician's goals, availability, specialty, referral demand, and payer credentialing. Part\-time clinicians are welcome. Evening, after\-school, and/or weekend availability is valuable due to client demand but is not required. Compensation Clinicians begin with a **75/25 split**, receiving 75% of collected revenue for completed services. As caseload volume increases, clinicians have the opportunity to earn **up to an 80/20 split**. Based on BirdWellness's current payer reimbursement rates, compensation for a completed **90837 psychotherapy session currently ranges from approximately $60 to $131**, depending on the payer and clinician compensation tier. In addition: * Clinicians are eligible for **quarterly bonuses** * Compensation is paid **weekly every Friday** * BirdWellness handles insurance billing, claims processing, and payer credentialing Actual compensation varies based on payer reimbursement, CPT code, services rendered, collections, and clinician compensation tier. About BirdWellness BirdWellness, PLLC is a Michigan\-based outpatient mental health practice providing **100% telehealth psychotherapy throughout the state**. Our four\-clinician team brings more than **55 years of combined mental health experience** and advanced expertise across evidence\-based approaches including **EMDR, DBT, TF\-CBT, Prolonged Exposure, and CBT**. We are intentionally building a practice of experienced clinicians with distinct areas of expertise—not simply increasing provider headcount. We believe therapists do their best work when they have **professional autonomy, strong administrative support, efficient technology, fair compensation, and colleagues who understand the clinical work firsthand.** If you're an experienced LMSW who likes the independence of private practice but would rather spend your time treating clients than dealing with insurance companies, we'd like to hear from you. **Job Type:** Contract / 1099 Independent Contractor **License Required:** Michigan LMSW **Work Location:** 100% Remote – Michigan **Expected Caseload:** Approximately 5–30 client sessions per week, clinician\-directed **Compensation:** 75% of collected revenue with opportunity to earn up to 80% **Current 90837 Compensation Range:** Approximately $60–$131 per completed session **Additional Compensation:** Quarterly bonus opportunities **Pay Schedule:** Weekly on Fridays Learn more about our practice and clinical team at www.birdwellness.org Pay: $60\.00 \- $131\.00 per hour Expected hours: 5\.0 – 30\.0 per week Benefits: * Flexible schedule Application Question(s): * Do you currently hold an active, unrestricted Michigan LMSW license? * How many years of outpatient psychotherapy experience do you have? * Are you comfortable providing psychotherapy entirely through telehealth? * Approximately how many client sessions would you ideally like to provide per week? * Which populations or clinical specialties best describe your experience and interests? * Do you have advanced training or certification in an evidence\-based psychotherapy modality? If yes, please list the modality or certification. * Are you available for any evening, after\-school, or weekend appointments? * Are you comfortable working as a 1099 independent contractor with compensation based on a percentage of collected revenue? Work Location: Remote