Job Title
Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) -
Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate, motivated, and licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) to provide high-quality outpatient psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, and families throughout Florida. The ideal candidate practices from an integrative, evidence-based approach tailored to each client's unique needs. This role requires excellent clinical judgment, strong organizational skills, and the ability to independently manage a caseload, scheduling, documentation, and treatment planning while maintaining compliance with state and ethical standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide individual, couples, family, and/or group psychotherapy using integrative, evidence-based treatment modalities.
- Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and establish accurate diagnoses.
- Develop, implement, and regularly update individualized treatment plans.
- Maintain a consistent caseload while providing ethical, client-centered care.
- Independently schedule, confirm, and manage client appointments.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation, including:
- Intake assessments
- Progress notes
- Treatment plans
- Discharge summaries
- Risk assessments
- Utilize Electronic Health Record (EHR) or clinical software for documentation, scheduling, and case management.
- Monitor client progress and modify treatment interventions as clinically appropriate.
- Maintain client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and Florida regulations.
- Respond appropriately to clinical crises and coordinate referrals when needed.
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, primary care providers, and community resources as appropriate.
- Participate in clinical supervision, consultation, staff meetings, and continuing education opportunities.
- Maintain active Florida licensure and fulfill all continuing education requirements.
Required Qualifications
- Active Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) license in good standing.
- Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling or a closely related behavioral health field.
- Knowledge of Florida mental health laws, HIPAA regulations, and professional ethical standards.
- Experience providing psychotherapy across diverse populations.
- Ability to work independently while maintaining high clinical standards.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong time management and organizational abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with trauma-informed care.
- Familiarity with insurance documentation and medical necessity requirements.
- Experience using Jane, a plus but not required.
Clinical Skills
- Integrative psychotherapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
- Motivational Interviewing (MI)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Trauma-informed interventions
- Mindfulness-based approaches
- Crisis intervention
- Suicide risk assessment and safety planning
Professional Skills
- Independent clinical decision-making
- Initiative and self-motivation
- Excellent organization and time management
- Appointment scheduling and calendar management
- Clinical documentation accuracy
- Case management and care coordination
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
- Professionalism and ethical practice
- Ability to establish rapport with diverse client populations
- Adaptability and flexibility
Technical Skills
- Electronic Health Record (EHR) proficiency
- Clinical documentation software
- Telehealth platforms
- Secure electronic communication and HIPAA-compliant technology
- Basic troubleshooting for virtual counseling sessions
Core Competencies
- Compassion and empathy
- Cultural humility and inclusivity
- Accountability
- Integrity and professionalism
- Client advocacy
- Emotional intelligence
- Collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
- Commitment to lifelong learning
Pay: $40.00 - $60.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
