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For years, you poured your heart into raising a family, building a home, and creating a life filled with love and purpose. Now, as your children embark on their own adventures, a new door opens for you—a chance to rediscover yourself, explore new places, and embrace the freedom that comes with an empty nest. Travel therapy and education offers an exciting opportunity to do just that. With the flexibility to choose your assignments, the thrill of experiencing new cities, and the chance to continue making a meaningful impact, this career path is an open invitation to step into the next chapter of your life with enthusiasm and purpose. 

Your career as a licensed clinical social workers is vital, rewarding, and fulfilling, but if you're feeling the urge to make a larger impact or are ready to travel the country, it may be time to consider becoming a travel social worker. You can find travel licensed clinical social worker contracts in various settings like hospitals, outpatient clinics, and schools, while exploring the country and making memories that will last a lifetime. Working as a travel LCSW allows you to make a lasting impact on the community, grow your technical skills and professional network, and earn full time pay and benefits. 

As a healthcare traveler, you may find yourself unsure of the difference between being a 1099 independent contractor or a W-2 employee and you're classified as as a traveler, and you're not alone in this! We're often asked if Jackson Therapy Partners travelers are W-2 employees or 1099 contractors, and all JTP travelers are W-2 employees. But, you may find yourself presented with the option of being a W-2 employee or a 1099 independent contractor, so let's breakdown the difference between the two and what they mean for healthcare travelers: 

With each state introducing different guidelines, travel therapy licensure can feel like a maze. But don’t let paperwork hold you back from your next great adventure. The process of obtaining one or multiple licenses doesn’t have to be overwhelming—with the right tools and strategies, you can navigate state requirements smoothly and focus on the adventure ahead. 

If you've ever considered becoming a traveling therapist straight out of school, you'veprobably hearda professor or advisor say: “You need to have experience before you can take a travel assignment.” But here’s the truth—new gradscan become travel therapists right away, and many do! While some healthcare facilities prefer experienced travelers, there are plenty of opportunities for new graduates in both metro and rural locations. With the right mindset, preparation, and support, you can start your travel therapy journey immediately after earning your physical therapy, occupational therapy, or speech language pathologydegree and obtaining your license. Let’s break down the reality of starting your career as a travel therapist fresh out of school.