Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Licensed Social Worker and Professional Counselor, where your expertise will directly impact the mental health and well-being of diverse populations. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive clinical services, including psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and case management, to individuals across various settings. Your dedication will help foster resilience, promote recovery, and support clients in achieving their personal goals through evidence-based practices and compassionate care. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to utilize your skills in a collaborative environment committed to excellence and innovation in mental health services.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough mental health assessments and diagnostic evaluations utilizing ICD-9 and ICD-10 coding standards to develop personalized treatment plans.
- Deliver individual, group, and family counseling sessions employing therapeutic modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused therapy, psychodynamic therapy, art therapy, dance therapy, and applied behavior analysis (ABA).
- Implement crisis management strategies and crisis intervention techniques to ensure client safety during acute episodes.
- Facilitate intake processes for new clients, ensuring comprehensive documentation in Electronic Medical Records (EMR/EHR) systems while adhering to HIPAA regulations and clinical documentation standards.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to manage cases involving co-occurring disorders, developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), PTSD, addiction, and chronic pain.
- Provide specialized services including grief counseling, pediatric and youth therapy, Geriatrics support, gender issues counseling, and medical terminology education when relevant.
- Engage in clinical research and data collection efforts to evaluate treatment efficacy and improve service delivery.
Requirements
- Valid licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with current certification in good standing.
- Proven experience in psychotherapy, behavioral health, or mental health counseling across outpatient or inpatient settings.
- Strong knowledge of ICD coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), CPT coding for billing purposes, and medical documentation standards.
- Experience working with children, adolescents, individuals with disabilities—including autism—and those with co-occurring disorders such as substance use or mental health conditions.
- Proficiency in crisis intervention techniques, trauma-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and evidence-based practices like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
- Familiarity with telehealth platforms and telehealth therapy delivery methods preferred.
- Excellent clinical documentation skills ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and clinical ethical guidelines.
- Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams while maintaining patient-centered care principles.
Join us in making a meaningful difference through compassionate mental health services! This role is ideal for motivated professionals eager to apply their skills in a supportive environment that values innovation, diversity, and excellence in client care.
Pay: $50.00 - $75.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
