Therapist - Clinician - Fee for Service

You don't wait for first responders to ask for help. You go to them. Most therapists work in offices. You'll work in firehouses. Patrol briefings. The passenger seat of an ambulance. Alongside the people who run toward emergencies — and rarely talk about what that costs them. Frontline Solutions Group is a startup built around a single mission: making sure the people who protect our communities have someone in their corner. Not a hotline. Not a wellness checkbox. A real clinician who understands occupational trauma, speaks the culture, and shows up before the crisis does. This isn't a high-volume outpatient grind. It's a mixed caseload designed with intention — traditional therapy sessions and embedded community presence through agency partnerships. You'll build relationships, not just treatment plans. If you're a licensed trauma therapist who's tired of waiting rooms and wants work that's genuinely different — specialized, autonomous, and meaningful — this is the role you didn't know existed. FSG is growing. The mission is urgent. The community needs you. This is a fee-for-service contractor role and you control your hours and availability. Frontline Solutions Group is a specialized behavioral health practice dedicated to serving frontline warriors: law enforcement, fire, EMS, emergency communications, veterans, corrections, emergency management, and healthcare professionals. We are the "911 for the 911 community," providing critical mental health support to those who dedicate their lives to protecting and serving others.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Frontline Solutions Group is seeking part-time Licensed Clinicians to provide trauma-informed, evidence-based therapy to first responders. This is not a typical outpatient therapy role. Our clients are law enforcement officers, firefighters, paramedics, dispatchers, and other frontline professionals who face occupational trauma daily and who often resist seeking help until they're in crisis. The right clinician for this role doesn't just treat symptoms; they meet clients in their world. Clinicians at FSG carry a mixed caseload: scheduled outpatient therapy sessions billed through insurance, and contract-funded clinical engagement tied to our municipal agency partnerships (station visits, ride-alongs, peer support team consultation, critical incident response). This flexibility is by design and it allows our clinicians to build genuine relationships with the first responder community rather than waiting for people to come to them. This role is ideal for a licensed trauma therapist who wants to do meaningful, specialized work in a growing practice with the autonomy of a contractor arrangement and the support of a clinical team behind them.

WHAT MAKES THIS ROLE DIFFERENT

Most therapy practices keep clinicians in the office. FSG clinicians go where the work is: Periodic station visit engagements with contracted agencies to build presence and trust, scheduled per contracted scope As-needed clinical consultation for peer support coaches on active situations, per contracted scope Participation in critical incident stress debriefings alongside the FSG peer team Potential involvement in hostage negotiation coaching, simulation support, and specialized agency training Clinical backup for cases involving treatment access navigation, FMLA coordination, and first responder-specific system challenges

CONTRACTOR ENGAGEMENT

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

This is an independent contractor (1099) engagement, not an employee position. You will be responsible for your own taxes, malpractice insurance, and benefits. Work is a mix of scheduled outpatient sessions (billed through insurance) and contract-funded field engagement (compensated separately). You set your own caseload schedule. Hours are flexible and project-driven. You will be paid an hourly rate for contract-funded activities. Invoicing submitted per agreed billing schedule. A contractor services agreement will be required prior to beginning any work. A Business Associate Agreement (BAA) will be required given access to protected health information (PHI). A Level 2 background check (fingerprint-based) is required prior to engagement. You must carry your own professional liability (malpractice) insurance as a condition of engagement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct Clinical Services Provide individual therapy to first responders and their family members using evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches including EMDR, cognitive restructuring, and somatic modalities Carry a part-time outpatient caseload; sessions scheduled flexibly within your availability Conduct initial assessments, develop treatment plans, and maintain clinical documentation in FSG's EHR system (SimplePractice) Provide culturally competent care that acknowledges the unique occupational stressors, identity dynamics, and help-seeking barriers of first responder clients Manage referrals for clients whose needs exceed FSG's scope (addiction, acute psychiatry, inpatient) and support clients through the referral and access process Field & Agency Engagement Deliver station visit engagements with contracted agencies to build visibility, trust, and relationships with first responder personnel, on a schedule mutually agreed upon with FSG Proactively engage in ride-alongs, joint simulations, or agency events as appropriate and contracted Serve as clinical resource during critical incidents: support CISM debriefings, provide clinical consultation to the peer team, and follow up with individuals as needed Help navigate complex situations where clinical judgment is needed in real time: treatment access, crisis response, command staff communication, FMLA coordination Peer Support Team Consultation Provide clinical consultation to peer support coaches when situations exceed peer scope, as a contracted deliverable and upon request Participate in virtual team check-ins and in-person training engagements on a schedule mutually agreed upon with FSG Provide consultation resources to peer supporters navigating challenging situations, including guidance on active listening, de-escalation, and escalation decision-making, as contracted Deliver structured training engagements for the peer support team, including skills training, scenario-based exercises, and case review, per contracted scope Documentation & Compliance Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in SimplePractice consistent with HIPAA requirements and applicable professional standards Complete required documentation for contract-funded activities per agency and FSG requirements Submit invoices for contract-funded hours per the agreed billing schedule Maintain current licensure, CEUs, and any required certifications throughout the engagement

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensure Master's or doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related field required Current, unrestricted Florida state licensure as a mental health professional: LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or equivalent required Registered Intern status (completing supervised hours toward licensure) considered for the right candidate with strong supervision structure in place Must carry active professional liability (malpractice) insurance Clinical Experience Demonstrated experience providing trauma-focused therapy; EMDR training strongly preferred Experience with or genuine interest in serving first responders, military, veterans, public safety, or high-stress occupational populations Comfort with complexity: clients may present with cumulative trauma, occupational stress, relationship strain, substance use history, and resistance to traditional mental health framing Experience navigating treatment access, crisis response, or system-level coordination on behalf of clients is a strong plus Skills & Competencies Direct communicator: you give clients honest feedback, not just validation — first responders can tell the difference Flexible and adaptable: you can move from a scheduled session to a critical incident consultation without losing your footing Culturally humble and curious: you understand that the first responder world has its own language, norms, and stigma dynamics, and you approach that with respect and not judgment Comfortable in non-traditional clinical settings: firehouses, patrol vehicles, training facilities, and the field are part of this job Proficient with EHR systems; experience with SimplePractice a plus

KEY ATTRIBUTES FOR SUCCESS

Trauma-competent:

You don't just know the modalities — you understand how trauma lives in the body, the narrative, and the culture of first responders specifically.

Direct and grounded:

First responders respect clinicians who are honest, confident, and don't tiptoe. You say the hard things with care.

Flexible and field-ready:

The office is just one of the places you work. You're comfortable showing up wherever the client is.

Mission-aligned:

You understand why this population is underserved and you want to be part of changing that.

Boundaried and sustainable:

You take secondary trauma seriously. You have your own support system, and you model self-care without preaching it.

A team player:

You consult, collaborate, and communicate. You don't work in isolation, and you value the peer support team as a critical part of the care model.

WHY THIS ROLE

Specialize in one of the most underserved and high-need clinical populations in the country Flexible, part-time contractor arrangement — build or supplement your existing practice on your schedule Work that goes beyond the office: field presence, agency relationships, and real-world clinical impact Peer clinical consultation available through FSG's Clinical Director — collaborative support without isolation Ground-floor opportunity to help shape the clinical model of a growing, mission-driven practice Potential for increased hours and expanded scope as FSG's agency contracts and client base grow

ENGAGEMENT DETAILS

Type:

Independent Contractor (1099) —

Part-Time Location:

Remote (telehealth) and field-based; Lee County, FL area preferred for in-person needs; office space is available for in-person appointments

Hours:

Flexible; caseload-based scheduling with availability for field and consultation work

Requirements:

Active FL licensure, malpractice insurance, Level 2 background check, Contractor Services Agreement, and BAA prior to start

Equipment:

Contractor provides own computer and reliable internet; FSG provides EHR system access

Pay:

From $65.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Application Question(s): Please share your experience with or passion for working with first responders.

Work Location:

In person