Outpatient Behavioral Health Therapist Strategic Paradigm Las Vegas, NV Job Details Contract $2,400 - $8,400 a month 1 day ago Qualifications Teamwork Electronic health records (EHR) management Interpersonal skills Interdisciplinary collaboration in health services social work Professional ethics Licensed Clinical Social Worker Care documentation Communication platforms Care planning in social services Driver's License Telehealth platforms Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning Working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds Social Work Clinical confidentiality policies Clinical documentation standards Experience working with individuals from underserved communities Cultural diversity counseling Interdisciplinary behavioral health coordination experience Time management Full Job Description Position Overview We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and highly motivated Outpatient Behavioral Health Therapist to join our clinical team. The therapist will provide professional behavioral health counseling and psychotherapy services to individuals and families experiencing a variety of mental health, emotional, behavioral, and life challenges. This position offers flexibility, with therapists having the option to provide services remotely through telehealth, in the office, or through a combination of both , based on agency needs, client needs, applicable regulations, payer requirements, and the therapist's approved work arrangement. The ideal candidate is passionate about helping others achieve improved mental health and overall well-being while providing culturally responsive, person-centered, trauma-informed, and evidence-based services. The therapist should be comfortable working independently while collaborating with clinical leadership and other members of the interdisciplinary treatment team. Key Responsibilities The Outpatient Behavioral Health Therapist will: Provide individual, family, couples, and/or group therapy within the therapist's professional scope of practice and agency service model. Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and identify clients' behavioral health needs, strengths, challenges, and treatment priorities. Develop individualized, measurable, and clinically appropriate treatment plans in collaboration with clients and, when appropriate, their families or support systems. Review and update treatment plans according to client progress, clinical needs, payer requirements, and agency policies. Provide evidence-based and clinically appropriate therapeutic interventions based on each client's diagnosis, presenting concerns, goals, culture, strengths, and individual needs. Complete accurate and timely documentation, progress notes, treatment plans, assessments, discharge documentation, and other clinical records as required . Maintain clinical documentation in accordance with agency policies, professional standards, payer requirements, and applicable laws and regulations. Monitor client progress toward established treatment goals and modify interventions when clinically appropriate. Assess for changes in mental health symptoms, functioning, risk factors, and treatment needs throughout the course of care. Conduct appropriate risk and safety assessments when clinically indicated and follow agency procedures regarding crisis intervention, safety planning, mandated reporting, and escalation of care. Provide telehealth services through agency-approved technology and maintain appropriate privacy, confidentiality, and professional standards when providing remote services. Maintain professional boundaries and protect client confidentiality in accordance with applicable privacy requirements, ethical standards, professional licensing requirements, and agency policies. Coordinate care with psychiatrists, primary care providers, case managers, behavioral health professionals, community organizations, and other members of the client's treatment team when appropriate and properly authorized. Provide referrals to appropriate community resources and additional levels of care when clinically indicated. Participate in clinical consultation, case reviews, treatment team meetings, administrative meetings, training, and other agency meetings as required. Maintain professional competency through continuing education and compliance with applicable licensing requirements. Maintain an active professional license and promptly notify the agency of any changes affecting licensure, credentials, professional standing, or ability to provide services. Maintain assigned caseload and scheduling responsibilities in accordance with agency expectations. Perform additional clinical duties within the therapist's professional scope of practice as assigned. Required Qualifications Applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications: Hold a current, active professional license as an LCSW, LMFT, LCPC/LPC, Licensed Psychologist, or other qualifying independently licensed behavioral health professional , as applicable to the state in which services are provided. Master's or doctoral degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy , or another qualifying behavioral health discipline. Provide verification of all applicable professional licenses, credentials, certifications, and educational degrees. Experience working with or a demonstrated understanding of diverse and underserved populations. Strong knowledge of behavioral health services, clinical practices, treatment planning, clinical documentation, and community-based resources. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational, documentation, leadership, and time-management skills. Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. Ability to maintain professional, ethical, and appropriate clinical standards while providing services to clients and collaborating with agency staff. Ability to maintain client confidentiality and appropriately handle protected health information. Ability to utilize electronic health records, telehealth platforms, email, and other technology necessary to perform assigned responsibilities. Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and current automobile insurance when travel is required for assigned responsibilities. Preferred Qualifications Preference may be given to candidates with: Previous outpatient behavioral health or community mental health experience. Experience providing psychotherapy through both telehealth and in-person settings . Experience working with diverse, underserved, or vulnerable populations. Knowledge of trauma-informed and person-centered approaches to behavioral healthcare. Experience treating depression, anxiety, trauma-related conditions, adjustment difficulties, relationship concerns, behavioral challenges, and other common behavioral health conditions. Experience developing individualized treatment plans and completing clinical documentation within required timeframes. Familiarity with electronic health record systems and telehealth technology. Knowledge of community resources, referral networks, and coordinated-care practices. Experience working within an interdisciplinary behavioral health team. Experience working with Medicaid, Medicare, commercial insurance, or other third-party payer requirements, when applicable. Ideal Candidate Our ideal therapist is a compassionate and skilled behavioral health professional who values quality care and understands the importance of meeting clients where they are.
The ideal candidate is:
Compassionate, approachable, and client-centered. Passionate about improving the mental health and well-being of individuals and families. Culturally responsive and comfortable serving individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dependable, organized, and capable of managing an outpatient caseload. Committed to completing accurate and timely clinical documentation. Comfortable providing therapy through telehealth and/or in an office environment. Able to work independently while remaining engaged with the clinical and interdisciplinary team. Knowledgeable about professional ethics, confidentiality, boundaries, and clinical standards. Receptive to clinical consultation, feedback, training, and continued professional development. Committed to helping clients identify their strengths, develop coping skills, accomplish treatment goals, and improve their overall quality of life. Compensation & Scheduling We recognize that flexibility is important for behavioral health professionals and strive to provide scheduling options that support both therapists and clients. Flexible scheduling opportunities available. Opportunities may include full-time, part-time, and/or contract arrangements , depending on agency needs. Therapists may have the opportunity to provide services remotely via telehealth, in-office, or through a hybrid combination of both . Daytime, evening, and other scheduling options may be available based on client demand and agency operations. Compensation will be based on the employment or contractual arrangement, qualifications, experience, caseload expectations, and services provided. Specific compensation rates, productivity expectations, caseload requirements, benefits, and other applicable terms will be discussed during the interview and hiring or contracting process. How to Apply Qualified and independently licensed behavioral health professionals are encouraged to apply.
Interested candidates should submit:
A current professional resume or curriculum vitae. Verification of current professional licensure. Applicable credentials and certifications, as requested. Verification of qualifying graduate or doctoral education. Any additional credentialing documentation requested during the hiring process.
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