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Get Access To All JobsAt LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives by improving access to trusted, affordable, and personalized mental healthcare. Everywhere. Every day. It’s a lofty goal; we know. But we make it happen with the best team in behavioral health.
Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us. As the fastest growing behavioral health practice group in the country, now is the perfect time to join our clinical team!
We are actively looking to hire a talented Licensed Child Therapist in our Scottsdale clinic, who are passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence.
Is this you?
- Wanting to deliver high quality behavioral healthcare.
- Seeking work life balance.
- Interested in growing professionally.
What we offer Therapists:
- Competitive compensation package with uncapped earning potential
- Comp range of $(76,000-$107,000)-Compensation model based on productivity
- W2 employed position
- Flexible work schedules
- Sign-on bonus
- Cash based incentive plan
- Comprehensive benefits package
- 401K with 4% match
- Part-time and full-time options
- CEUs
- Paid parental leave
- Malpractice insurance provided
Licensed Therapists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking Licensed Therapists that are:
- Fully licensed in Arizona (LCSW, LPC, LMFT)
- Experienced in working with the child and adolescent population.
About LifeStance Health
LifeStance is a national provider of mental healthcare services focused on evidenced-based, medically driven treatment services for children, adolescents and adults suffering from a variety of mental health issues in an outpatient care setting, both in-person at its clinics nationwide and through its digital health telemedicine offering. The company employs psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and licensed therapists throughout the US.
LifeStance Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are fully committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our employees.
Our values:
Belonging: We cultivate a space where everyone can show up as their authentic self.
Empathy: We seek out diverse perspectives and listen to learn without judgment.
Courage: We are all accountable for doing the right thing - even when it's hard - because we know it's worth it.
One Team: We realize our full potential when we work together towards our shared purpose.
If you elect to interact with us via our website, please only use www.lifestance.com or www.careers.lifestance.com. Additionally, our recruiters utilize email addresses with the @lifestance.com domain. Other websites and domains are not affiliated with LifeStance Health and may represent threats to your data security.
LifeStance Health complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources Team at ADA@lifestance.com or by calling +1-800-308-0994. Please note: This contact is intended solely for accommodation requests. Inquiries regarding applications, resumes and applicant status should not be sent to this email address as they will not be reviewed or responded to. To apply for a position, please use our official careers page.
At LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives by improving access to trusted, affordable, and personalized mental healthcare. Everywhere. Every day. It’s a lofty goal; we know. But we make it happen with the best team in behavioral health.
Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us. As the fastest growing behavioral health practice group in the country, now is the perfect time to join our clinical team!
We are actively looking to hire a talented Licensed Child Therapist in our Scottsdale clinic, who are passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence.
Is this you?
- Wanting to deliver high quality behavioral healthcare.
- Seeking work life balance.
- Interested in growing professionally.
What we offer Therapists:
- Competitive compensation package with uncapped earning potential
- Comp range of $(76,000-$107,000)-Compensation model based on productivity
- W2 employed position
- Flexible work schedules
- Sign-on bonus
- Cash based incentive plan
- Comprehensive benefits package
- 401K with 4% match
- Part-time and full-time options
- CEUs
- Paid parental leave
- Malpractice insurance provided
Licensed Therapists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking Licensed Therapists that are:
- Fully licensed in Arizona (LCSW, LPC, LMFT)
- Experienced in working with the child and adolescent population.
About LifeStance Health
LifeStance is a national provider of mental healthcare services focused on evidenced-based, medically driven treatment services for children, adolescents and adults suffering from a variety of mental health issues in an outpatient care setting, both in-person at its clinics nationwide and through its digital health telemedicine offering. The company employs psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and licensed therapists throughout the US.
LifeStance Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are fully committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our employees.
Our values:
Belonging: We cultivate a space where everyone can show up as their authentic self.
Empathy: We seek out diverse perspectives and listen to learn without judgment.
Courage: We are all accountable for doing the right thing - even when it's hard - because we know it's worth it.
One Team: We realize our full potential when we work together towards our shared purpose.
If you elect to interact with us via our website, please only use www.lifestance.com or www.careers.lifestance.com. Additionally, our recruiters utilize email addresses with the @lifestance.com domain. Other websites and domains are not affiliated with LifeStance Health and may represent threats to your data security.
LifeStance Health complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources Team at ADA@lifestance.com or by calling +1-800-308-0994. Please note: This contact is intended solely for accommodation requests. Inquiries regarding applications, resumes and applicant status should not be sent to this email address as they will not be reviewed or responded to. To apply for a position, please use our official careers page.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Child Therapist
Verify your licensure transfers across state lines
PERM requires the employer to list a specific work location, so your state clinical license must be valid where the job is. Confirm whether your home-country credentials require additional supervised hours or bridge exams before a U.S. state board will issue licensure.
Target employers with nonprofit or FQHC status
Federally Qualified Health Centers and nonprofit behavioral health organizations file PERM cases regularly and often have dedicated HR staff familiar with green card timelines. These employers are more likely to absorb the legal and filing costs that private practices rarely budget for.
Search green card sponsoring jobs on Migrate Mate
Filter by Child Therapist roles with active PERM or EB-3 sponsorship history. Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have completed the DOL labor certification process before, which signals they understand the multi-year commitment green card sponsorship requires.
Document your supervised clinical hours thoroughly
PERM job requirements must match your actual qualifications. If your offer letter lists 3,000 supervised hours as a minimum, you need records proving you meet that threshold. Gaps in documentation can trigger a PERM audit and extend your timeline significantly.
Understand how the DOL prevailing wage affects your offer
Your employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for your role and location before PERM certification. Look up the applicable rate using the OFLC Wage Search so you can evaluate whether an offer clears the DOL threshold before the process begins.
Ask directly about the PERM recruitment period timeline
Employers must complete a mandatory recruitment phase before filing PERM with the DOL, typically spanning 30 to 180 days. During offer negotiations, confirm when the employer plans to start that process so your start date and visa status don't create an authorization gap.
Green Card Child Therapist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Child Therapist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories are available depending on your qualifications and the employer's job requirements. EB-2 applies if the role requires a master's degree or higher in counseling, social work, or a related clinical field. EB-3 covers roles requiring a bachelor's degree plus licensure. Most outpatient and inpatient behavioral health positions are structured to support either pathway, and the employer's PERM application specifies which category applies.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
An H-1B visa is temporary and subject to an annual lottery, which creates real uncertainty for both you and your employer. Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency with no renewal requirement once approved. There's no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries, though nationals from India and China face priority date backlogs. The PERM process takes longer upfront, but the outcome is permanent authorization rather than a two- or three-year window.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for a Child Therapist position?
Your employer files an application with the DOL certifying that no qualified U.S. worker was available for the role at the prevailing wage. They must conduct a mandatory recruitment campaign first, typically lasting 30 to 180 days, including job postings and documented applicant reviews. Once PERM is certified, the employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. You can then apply for adjustment of status or an immigrant visa depending on your current immigration status.
Can I find employers who have sponsored Child Therapist green cards before?
Yes. Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Child Therapist roles at employers with documented PERM and EB sponsorship history, so you can prioritize organizations that have already navigated the DOL labor certification process. Employers who have sponsored before are more likely to have legal counsel in place and realistic timelines for completing the process.
Does clinical licensure affect my green card eligibility as a Child Therapist?
Licensure is central to the PERM job requirements your employer lists. If the role requires a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, or Marriage and Family Therapist credential, you must hold that license in the state where you'll work before or by the time you begin employment. The O*NET occupation profile for Child and Family Social Workers and related titles outlines the typical educational and licensure requirements that PERM applications reference, and a mismatch between your credentials and the listed requirements can delay or derail certification.