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Licensed Social Worker

Backpack HealthcareAnn Arbor, MI; Detroit, MI; Grand Rapids, MIPosted 3d agoStill open, checked every night

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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open social worker jobs in Michigan post a median of $41.57 an hour, the middle half $34.04โ€“$49.50, across 6 jobs that state their pay. Social workers employed in Michigan earn a median of $32.50 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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  • How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 63.8% ยท Stating an hourly rate 45.7%

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About the job

๐Ÿง  Michigan Licensed Mental Health Therapist - Part-Time

๐Ÿ“ Remote | Michigan License Required

๐Ÿ’™๐ŸŽ’ Help Expand Access to Mental Healthcare Across Michigan

Backpack Healthcare is growing in Michigan! We're looking for compassionate, dedicated therapists who want to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the flexibility of working from home.

We provide high-quality virtual mental health services to children, adolescents, and young adults , making care more accessible to families across the state. As a clinician-led, minority-owned organization, we're committed to supporting both our clients and the therapists who care for them.

If you're passionate about working with youth, value work-life balance, and want to be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team, we'd love to meet you!

๐ŸŒŸ What You'll Do

You'll provide 15โ€“22 telehealth sessions per week , delivering individual and family therapy to children, adolescents, and young adults throughout Michigan .

Most clinicians see clients during weekday afternoons and evenings ( 2:00โ€“9:00 PM EST ), with weekend availability welcomed.

You create your schedule - we provide the referrals, administrative support, billing, and credentialing.

Your day-to-day includes

๐Ÿฉบ Conducting comprehensive behavioral health assessments

๐Ÿ“ Developing individualized, trauma-informed treatment plans

๐Ÿ’ป Providing evidence-based individual and family therapy via secure telehealth

๐Ÿค Collaborating with our interdisciplinary care team, including therapists, PMHNPs, psychiatrists, and care coordinators

๐Ÿ“‹ Completing timely, accurate clinical documentation within our electronic health record (EHR)

๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘ง Supporting families through education, collaboration, and coordinated care

๐Ÿ’ฐ Competitive Compensation + Monthly Bonus Potential

We believe clinicians should have the opportunity to earn competitive compensation while maintaining the flexibility of part-time practice.

What You'll Earn

๐Ÿ’ฒ $60 per billable hour for independently licensed clinicians

๐Ÿ’ฐ Monthly bonus potential based on eligible clinical and performance metrics

๐Ÿ“ˆ Opportunities for professional growth and increased earning potential as Backpack continues to expand throughout Michigan

Additional Benefits

๐Ÿ’ผ 401(k) with a 3% company match

๐Ÿ“š $150 annual CEU reimbursement

โค๏ธ Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

๐Ÿก 100% Remote Work

๐ŸŒฑ Opportunities for clinical leadership and professional growth

๐Ÿค Collaborative clinical support and interdisciplinary case consultation

โœ… What We're Looking For

We're seeking clinicians who have:

โœ”๏ธ An active Michigan independent license (LPC, LMSW, or LMFT)

โœ”๏ธ Experience working with children, adolescents, and families - or a passion for serving this population

โœ”๏ธ The ability to work independently in a virtual environment

โœ”๏ธ Strong clinical judgment, communication, and documentation skills

โœ”๏ธ A commitment to trauma-informed, culturally responsive care

โญ Bilingual (English/Spanish) clinicians are strongly encouraged to apply.

๐Ÿ’™ Why Backpack Healthcare?

Since 2020, Backpack Healthcare has helped 12,000+ children and families receive the mental healthcare they deserve.

We're building a different kind of behavioral healthcare organization - one where clinicians can do meaningful work, maintain flexibility, collaborate with a strong clinical team, and have opportunities to grow.

We believe that when clinicians thrive, kids thrive. It's more than a mission - it's how we deliver exceptional care every day.

๐ŸŒˆ Join Our Michigan Team

If you're ready to make a lasting impact on the lives of Michigan children and families while enjoying flexible remote work, competitive compensation, monthly bonus potential, and the support of an incredible team , we'd love to hear from you.

Bring your clinical expertise. We'll bring the referrals, support, and opportunity to grow. ๐ŸŽ’๐Ÿ’™

Apply today and help us build healthier futures - one child, one family, and one community at a time.

Backpack Healthcare is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity in backgrounds, identities, experiences, and perspectives because they strengthen our team and the care we provide.

From Backpack Healthcare's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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