Job Overview:
Bayou Wellness is a well-established and reputable private counseling practice in Pensacola, Florida. We are currently seeking stellar licensed mental health counselors, clinical social workers, and marriage and family therapists to join our team. (We are not hiring registered interns at this time. Therapists must be licensed in the state of Florida.)
As part of our team, you’ll conduct therapy in a beautiful, spacious, and welcoming private practice setting, with full control over your schedule and the support of an outstanding group of clinicians. You’ll also receive training in insurance processes, including verifying benefits and submitting electronic claims.
Clinical Duties:
- Provide direct counseling to individuals, couples, teens, and/or children (based on your preferred demographic)
- Develop and implement treatment plans
- Utilize evidence-based therapy modalities
- Offer crisis intervention support as needed
Administrative Duties:
- Contact and schedule new client referrals
- Verify insurance benefits
- Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for coordinated care
- Submit insurance claims
Experience & Qualifications:
- Active licensure in Florida as an LMHC, LCSW, or LMFT
- Previous experience in a mental health setting
- Familiarity with EHR systems and clinical documentation standards
- Understanding of counseling techniques and behavioral health principles
- Ability to work with diverse populations
- Minimum 1-year commitment (We’re seeking team members who see themselves growing with us long-term)
- Bonus: Certification or training in CBT, EMDR, DBT, EFT, ACT, or Gottman Method
What We're Looking For:
- Strong interpersonal skills and clinical judgment
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Organizational skills to manage referrals and caseload
- Commitment to timely documentation and client communication
- Team-oriented with the ability to work independently
- Flexibility to adapt to changing client needs
- Strong time-management skills
Perks of the Role:
- Estimated contractor earnings: $43,200 – $72,000/year (based on client volume)
- Control over your schedule
- Autonomy in theoretical approach
- Supportive team meetings
- Opportunities for peer consultation and shared resources
- Insurance training provided
- Insurance credentialing provided
- Your own bio page on the company website
- Gorgeous, professional office space
If you’re passionate about providing high-quality care and want to build a meaningful, sustainable private practice career, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: $43,200.00 - $72,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Pensacola, FL 32504
