PhD/PsyD - Mental Health Specialist

Sword Health is on a mission to free two billion people from pain. 

With 67% of members achieving a pain-free life and a 70% reduction in surgery intent, at Sword, we are using AI Care to change lives, and save millions for our 25,000+ enterprise clients across three continents. Today, we hold the majority of industry patents, win 70% of competitive evaluations, and have raised more than $400 million from top venture firms like Founders Fund, Sapphire Ventures, General Catalyst, and Khosla Ventures.

Recognized as a Forbes Best Startup Employer in 2025, this award highlights our focus on being a destination for the best and brightest  talent. Not only have we experienced unprecedented growth since our market debut in 2020,  but we’ve also created a remarkable mission and value-driven environment that is loved by our growing team. With a recent valuation of $4 billion, we are in a phase of hyper growth and expansion, and we’re looking for individuals with passion, commitment, and energy to help us scale our global impact. 

Joining Sword means committing to a set of core values, chief amongst them to “do it for the patients” every day, and to always “deliver more than expected” on behalf of our members and clients.

This is an opportunity for you to make a significant difference on a massive scale as you work alongside 1000+ (and growing!) talented colleagues, spanning three continents. Your charge? To help us build a pain-free world, powered by AI, enhanced by people — accessible to all.

Sword Health is transforming healthcare through our innovative AI-driven care model that seamlessly integrates human expertise with technology to deliver personalized mental health care. We're the only company in the field offering Outcome Pricing, ensuring our success is directly tied to our members' success. Join us in making world-class mental health care more accessible and impactful than ever before.

We're seeking a Doctoral-level Clinical Psychologist to join our mental health initiative as an early-hire Mental Health Specialist. In this role, you'll provide direct member support through our innovative digital platform, helping individuals build lasting mental wellness through evidence-based lifestyle changes. This is an opportunity to combine clinical expertise with cutting-edge technology to deliver transformative care at scale. Note, this position would be within a start-up team environment, where the nature of the role and program will continue to evolve.

• Conduct video intake assessments with new members to understand their symptoms, functioning, and daily habits.
• Design and implement personalized programs incorporating activities that seamlessly integrate into members' daily lives.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance through our digital platform, offering real-time encouragement, psychoeducation, and program adjustments.
• Monitor member progress through engagement data and clinical assessments (PHQ-9, GAD-7) to continuously optimize care plans.
• Celebrate member successes and collaboratively problem-solve barriers to engagement.
• Document member interactions and maintain clinical records according to professional standards.

• PhD/PsyD in Clinical Psychology.
• Must be PSYPACT Eligible.
• Current, unrestricted license to practice psychology independently.
• Strong background in evidence-based approaches (CBT, ACT, DBT).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to build rapport and maintain therapeutic relationships in virtual settings.
• Technologically savvy with ability to quickly adapt to new digital platforms.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, evolving start up environment where change is the norm.
• Inclination towards innovation in mental health care, rather than traditional models of care delivery.

• Flexible and adaptable in approach to member care.
• Passionate about innovative healthcare delivery models.
• Comfortable working independently while maintaining strong virtual collaboration.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Enthusiasm for working in a technology-forward environment.

US - Sword Benefits & Perks:

• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance*

• Life and AD&D Insurance*

• Financial advisory services*

• Supplemental Insurance Benefits (Accident, Hospital and Critical Illness)*

• Health Savings Account*

• Equity shares*

• Discretionary PTO plan*

• Parental leave*

• 401(k)

• Flexible working hours

• Remote-first company

• Paid company holidays

• Free digital therapist for you and your family

*Eligibility: Full-time employees regularly working 25+ hours per week

Note: Applicants must have a legal right to work in the United States, and immigration or work visa sponsorship will not be provided.

SWORD Health, which includes SWORD Health, Inc. and Sword Health Professionals (consisting of Sword Health Care Providers, P.A., SWORD Health Care Providers of NJ, P.C., SWORD Health Care Physical Therapy Providers of CA, P.C.*) complies with applicable Federal and State civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of Age, Ancestry, Color, Citizenship, Gender, Gender expression, Gender identity, Gender information, Marital status, Medical condition, National origin, Physical or mental disability, Pregnancy, Race, Religion, Caste, Sexual orientation, and Veteran status.