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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!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are actively looking to hire talented Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs) within our Louisville, KY office, 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:
- Flexible work schedules.
- Telemedicine and in-person flexibility.
- Top compensation can exceed $90,000 - $103,000/year, no cap.
- Sign-on bonus.
- Full benefits package: health, dental, vision, life, 401k (with match), paid parental leave, EAP, and more.
- Collegial work environment.
- Newly designed and modern offices.
- Full administrative support.
- Latest in digital technology.
- Strong work/life balance.
LICENSED THERAPISTS are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking Licensed Therapists that are:
- Independently licensed in the state of Kentucky (LCSW).
- Experienced in working with adults, children & adolescents, or across the lifespan.
- Must reside within commutable distance of local clinic.
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.
Compensation model based on productivity.
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.
INTRODUCTION
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!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are actively looking to hire talented Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs) within our Louisville, KY office, 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:
- Flexible work schedules.
- Telemedicine and in-person flexibility.
- Top compensation can exceed $90,000 - $103,000/year, no cap.
- Sign-on bonus.
- Full benefits package: health, dental, vision, life, 401k (with match), paid parental leave, EAP, and more.
- Collegial work environment.
- Newly designed and modern offices.
- Full administrative support.
- Latest in digital technology.
- Strong work/life balance.
LICENSED THERAPISTS are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking Licensed Therapists that are:
- Independently licensed in the state of Kentucky (LCSW).
- Experienced in working with adults, children & adolescents, or across the lifespan.
- Must reside within commutable distance of local clinic.
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.
Compensation model based on productivity.
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 Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Verify your MSW meets EB-2 requirements
EB-2 requires an advanced degree tied directly to the role. Your Master of Social Work qualifies, but USCIS will scrutinize whether the specific LCSW position requires that degree, not just prefers it. Document job duties that demand graduate-level clinical training.
Target employers with PERM filing history
Hospital systems, community mental health centers, and federally qualified health centers are the most active LCSW green card sponsors. Search the DOL PERM disclosure data to identify which employers have filed labor certifications for social work occupations in your target state.
Secure your state clinical license before filing
PERM audits for licensed roles often request proof that you already hold the required state license. Obtain your LCSW licensure before your employer begins the labor certification process to avoid audit delays or certification denials.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Searching for LCSW roles with verified green card sponsorship history saves time and targets employers already familiar with PERM. Migrate Mate filters jobs by sponsorship type, so you can focus on EB-2 and EB-3 openings rather than cold-applying to employers with no filing track record.
Benchmark your prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and geographic area. Look up the Level I through Level IV wage tiers for social workers using the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer, since underpaying the prevailing wage is a common PERM denial trigger.
Understand the PERM recruitment window and your role in it
Your employer must run PERM-compliant recruitment for your position before filing, typically over 30 to 180 days. You cannot coach applicants out of the role, but you can ensure your job description accurately reflects the specialized clinical duties that distinguish the position from entry-level openings.
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Find Licensed Clinical Social Worker JobsLicensed Clinical Social Worker Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an LCSW role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most LCSW positions qualify for EB-3 as a skilled worker or professional role requiring a bachelor's degree or higher. EB-2 sponsorship is available if the position genuinely requires a Master of Social Work and your employer can document that requirement in the job description. The distinction matters for priority date waiting times, particularly for nationals from countries with long backlogs.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for social workers?
H-1B sponsorship is temporary and subject to an annual lottery cap, while PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no cap at the EB-3 level for most nationalities. The PERM process is longer, typically 18 to 36 months from labor certification to approved I-140, but it eliminates the lottery risk and ties your status to a specific employer only until the I-485 stage.
What role does state licensure play in the PERM process for LCSWs?
Because LCSW licensure is a legal requirement to practice independently in every U.S. state, the DOL expects employers to list it as a job requirement on the PERM application. Auditors frequently request proof that the sponsored worker already meets this requirement. Holding an active LCSW license before your employer files significantly reduces the risk of an audit denial or certification delay.
How do I find LCSW employers who sponsor green cards?
Most general job boards don't filter by green card sponsorship history, making it hard to target employers who have actually gone through PERM before. Migrate Mate indexes jobs specifically by employment-based sponsorship type, so you can search LCSW openings tied to EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship rather than guessing from job postings that say 'will sponsor' without specifics.
What happens to my green card application if I change jobs before the process completes?
Changing employers before your I-140 is approved typically restarts the PERM process from scratch with the new employer. Once your I-140 has been approved for 180 days or more and your priority date is current or close to becoming current, AC21 portability may allow you to move to a same or similar role without losing your place in the queue.
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