Deliver school-based mental health services to K-12 students, providing individual and group counseling aligned with IEP goals. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and families to coordinate student-centered care and crisis intervention.
Requirements summary
Requires a Master's degree in Social Work and an active LCSW or LICSW licensure in Washington state. Candidates must have knowledge of IDEA, the IEP process, and clinical skills in assessment and therapy.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Seattle WA - $93K-$103K + $6K
Bonus
Location:
Seattle,
WA
Employment
Type:
W-2
Salaried or 1099
Contractor
Schedule: School-year calendar, paid over 10 months. School holidays off, equaling 30+ days off annually.
Start
Date:
School
Year 2026-27
Salary range field: $93,000 to $103,000 W2, or $69 to $85/hr 1099
Licensure
Required: Active LCSW or LICSW licensure in the state of
Washington in good standing
Out-of-State
Applicants: Candidates relocating to WA or currently licensed in another state are welcome to apply. Proof of WA licensure transfer initiation required prior to start date. \n
About Thrive Therapies Thrive Therapies Group is a pediatric healthcare organization on a mission to revolutionize the care of children with disabilities and those facing barriers to access.
We provide results-driven services and intelligent tools to support children's development, well-being, and health.
At the heart of this mission are the people who change the trajectories of children's lives.
We work for them.
We work exclusively in K-12 schools because school is where clinical care becomes transformative.
Roughly half of all children identified with a disability receive their services in schools, not in healthcare settings.
For many of those children, the school-based clinician is the care.
Thrive is built around that reality.
We work exclusively with historically under-resourced, neurodiverse K-12 communities.
Equity isn't a tagline, it's the core of why we exist.
Our school partners request Thrive by name because they want better outcomes for students with disabilities.
What Makes Thrive Therapies Different Our Mission There are organizations that place clinicians in schools.
Benefits
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Dental Insurance
Sign-On Bonus
Paid Time Off
Hospital Indemnity
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
FSA
Professional Development
Supplemental Life Insurance
401k with Company Match
Sick Days
Performance Bonus
Longevity Bonus
CEU Stipend
Licensure Renewal Fee Reimbursement
HSA-eligible High-Deductible Plan
PPO Network
Malpractice and Professional Liability Insurance
Thrive is something different.
We are a pediatric healthcare organization built around a singular belief, that school is where clinical care becomes transformative, that a therapy goal in a clinic is a therapy goal, but a therapy goal in a school becomes a friendship on the playground, a kid who feels they belong, a child who gets to participate in the full arc of childhood.
Everything we build, our technology, our workload model, our clinical community, exists to protect that work and the clinicians who deliver it.
The Workload Model Thrive uses a workload model that accounts for the full scope of LCSW work, direct counseling, group sessions, crisis response, IEP participation, documentation, and consultation, and sizes your assignment to be sustainable for the long haul.
The Technology Our AI-powered tools were built by clinicians who were tired of losing evenings to documentation.
They handle session notes, progress summaries, and reporting, and they give our clinicians 10+ hours back every week.
The tools are continuously improved based on clinician feedback.
They belong to you as much as anyone.
The Clinical Community You have a community here and are never alone.
You have clinical supervision through a role-alike leader, quarterly professional development, monthly role-alike communities of practice, and peers across the organization you can reach every day.
What You'll Do As a Thrive LCSW in the Seattle region, you will deliver school-based mental health services to students K-12 whose social-emotional and behavioral challenges affect their ability to access education. You are a full member of the community. Direct Clinical Services Provide individual and group counseling to students with identified mental health, social-emotional, and behavioral needs Deliver services aligned to IEP goals and school-based mental health plans using evidence-based frameworks including CBT, DBT-informed approaches, trauma-informed care, and motivational interviewing Conduct psychosocial assessments and contribute to eligibility determinations as part of the multidisciplinary team Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation support as needed, including safety planning Support Tier 1, 2, and 3 intervention frameworks within the school's MTSS structure IEP Development and Documentation Develop individualized IEP goals targeting social-emotional skills, behavioral regulation, and functional access to education Participate in IEP meetings, 504 reviews, and student support team meetings Maintain timely, accurate documentation including session notes, progress toward IEP goals, and assessment reports in compliance with FERPA and HIPAA, supported by Thrive's AI documentation tools Conduct re-evaluations in accordance with IDEA timelines Collaboration and Family Engagement Partner with special education teachers, school psychologists, SLPs, OTs, PTs, administrators, and families to coordinate student-centered care Communicate regularly with families around student progress, escalating needs, and community referrals Connect students and families to community mental health and social services resources when indicated Serve as a resource to school staff on mental health, trauma, and behavioral supports
Qualifications
Required Master's degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program Active LCSW or LICSW licensure in the state of Washington in good standing Knowledge of IDEA, the IEP process, and the educational model of mental health services Strong clinical skills in assessment, individual therapy, crisis intervention, and case management Preferred 1 or more years of school-based social work or school mental health experience Experience with trauma-informed care frameworks and evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing Familiarity with RTI/MTSS and universal design for learning frameworks Experience serving students with autism, emotional/behavioral disabilities, or complex trauma histories Bilingual Spanish/English
Benefits
Offerings Health Coverage, at no cost to you (W-2 employees only) Medical, dental, and vision insurance, Thrive covers 100% of employee premiums Coverage begins day one Choice of HSA-eligible high-deductible plan or traditional PPO, nationwide PPO network Dependent and family coverage available 401(k) with up to 5% company match Optional voluntary benefits including supplemental life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and FSA Time Off and Schedule (W-2 employees only) School-year calendar, school holidays off, amounting to 30+ paid days annually PTO and sick days Additional Professional Supports (all employees) Malpractice and professional liability insurance, fully covered by Thrive, no personal policy required Quarterly professional development led by clinical leadership, school-based, substantive, and paid Paid Summer Intensive, pre-year clinical PD that brings the full Thrive team together annually No non-compete agreement, your professional mobility is yours to keep Washington state LCSW licensure renewal fees reimbursed annually
\n $93,000 - $103,000 a year Compensation is paid over 10 months, aligned to the school-year calendar.
All figures reflect the Seattle, WA market.
W-2 Base Salary: $93,000 to $103,000, based on experience.
A salary that reflects the expertise you bring.
W-2 employment means full benefits, paid time off, retirement match, disability coverage, and malpractice insurance, all on us.
1099 Contractor Rate: $69 to $85/hr.
If flexibility is what fits your life, we built that in.
Our 1099 option puts you in control of how you work, with a competitive hourly rate, full professional supports, and your career mobility fully intact.
Sign-On Bonus: $6,000, paid 25% at 30 days, 25% at 90 days, 50% at 6 months.
Our sign-on bonus is a signal, we're committed to you from the moment you say yes.
Longevity Structure: Up to $4,000, paid after completing your first full school year.
Every year you come back, we reward it, and it grows with you.
CEU Stipend: $750 your first year, growing up to $2,000 after five years.
We put real dollars behind your continuing education.
Performance Bonus: Up to $3,000, paid annually after exceeding performance metrics. \n APPLY TODAY careers@thrivetherapiesgroup.com · thrivetherapiesgroup.com/careers · 615-652-2344 We respond to every application within 24 hours.
Thrive Therapies Group is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Market context
Seattle LCSW roles remain in steady demand
In Washington, LCSW roles in school and clinical settings are typically driven by ongoing need for mental health support, assessment, and coordination with education teams. This position is competitive because it requires a master’s degree, active Washington LCSW or LICSW licensure, and familiarity with IDEA and the IEP process. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show direct experience with assessment, therapy, and school-based collaboration.
