Mental Health Therapist (1099) - Maryland

Employer: CloseKnit

Job Type: 1099 Independent Contractor | FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Working Setting: Virtual | Maryland License

About the role

At CloseKnit, our mission is to make care more convenient, connected, and human—so it fits into real life, not the other way around. The Mental Health Therapist – Virtual Care delivers compassionate, evidence-based mental health care through our secure, virtual-first platform. As a valued member of our mental health care team, you will collaborate virtually with clinical leadership, psychiatrists and PMHNP to deliver coordinated, whole-person care that improves outcomes and expands access to behavioral health services. You'll have the opportunity to build strong therapeutic relationships, support diverse patient populations, and make a direct impact on the communities we serve. This role offers flexibility, clinical autonomy, professional collaboration, and the chance to be part of an organization transforming healthcare delivery. This position is available for a 1099 Independent contractor based on experience, licensure coverage, and organizational needs. Clinical services are delivered entirely via telehealth.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of behavioral, emotional, and mental health needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans aligned with client goals.
• Provide evidence-based individual and family therapy using modalities such as CBT and DBT.
• Deliver care virtually.
• Track client progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, including progress notes and treatment outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with primary care physicians, psychiatrists, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners, social workers, case managers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Communicate treatment plans, progress, and recommendations with clients, families, and stakeholders.
• Provide crisis intervention and support to clients in acute distress.
• Develop safety plans and strategies to prevent or mitigate crises.
• Educate clients and families on mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.
• Maintain a contracted commitment of approximately 10-15 hours per week with flexible scheduling options (daytime, evening, weekend).

Requirements

• Master's degree in social work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field.
• Active independent clinical licensure in at least one of the following jurisdictions: Washington, DC, Maryland (MD), or Virginia (VA). Willing to get licensed in additional