Trauma Informed Mental Health Counselor for Motor Vehicle Accident Recovery

 

Position Title: Remote Trauma-Informed Mental Health Counselor – Motor Vehicle Accident Recovery

Location: Remote, Washington State

Position Type: Full-Time or Part-Time W2 Employee

About the Role:

We are seeking a fully remote, independently licensed mental health counselor to support individuals recovering from motor vehicle accidents (MVAs) in Washington State. This role is part of a collaborative medical team specializing in injury recovery and rehabilitation. You'll provide short-term telehealth therapy focused on trauma, emotional distress, pain management, and the cognitive/behavioral impacts of concussion.

This position is ideal for an experienced clinician with a trauma-informed approach and the ability to work autonomously in a remote environment while contributing meaningfully to a multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities:

· Deliver telehealth counseling to individuals recovering from MVAs—addressing trauma symptoms, emotional distress, pain management, and cognitive/psychological impacts of concussion—within an integrated, interdisciplinary injury-recovery framework

· Conduct comprehensive intake assessments and develop individualized treatment plans in accordance with Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance guidelines

· Provide short-term, goal-oriented care utilizing evidence-based approaches to help individuals effectively manage psychological impacts of a MVA and meet treatment objectives within a time-limited recovery framework

· Offer crisis intervention for clients experiencing acute emotional distress related to their accident

 

· Offer psychoeducation on trauma recovery, autonomic nervous system responses, and coping skills training to support self-efficacy and symptom management

· Collaborate with medical providers (e.g., MDs, chiropractors, case managers) to support interdisciplinary care coordination

· Maintain timely, ethical, and legally compliant clinical documentation

· Attend occasional virtual team meetings and engage in case consultation as appropriate

Required Qualifications:

· Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field

· Active independent licensure (LPC, LMHC, LCSW, LMFT, etc.) in Washington

· Ability to practice independently without clinical supervision

· Clinical experience working with trauma, PTSD, stressor-related symptoms, and brain injury/concussion recovery

· Strong clinical judgment, self-awareness, and self-motivation

· Proficient in telehealth service delivery and HIPAA-compliant platforms

· Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

· Minimum two years post-licensure clinical experience

· EMDR-trained or certified

· Experience with cognitive rehabilitation for concussion/traumatic brain injury

· Familiarity with PIP insurance processes, documentation, and interdisciplinary communication

· Previous experience in medical or integrated care settings

Work Schedule & Environment:

· Flexible scheduling within standard working hours (Monday–Friday)

· Paid training on clinic systems, documentation, and referral processes

· Fully remote position with flexible caseload management

· Access to secure telehealth platform and electronic medical records provided

· Supportive clinical leadership and ongoing case collaboration available

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: Remote