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Behavioral Healthcare Management

Licensed Mental Health Therapist(LCSW, LPC, LMFT)

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What they do

A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.

$51,115 / year median in Arkansas

+23% projected growth

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Job Description

Licensed Mental Health Therapist(LCSW, LPC, LMFT) Behavioral Healthcare Management•3.5 West Memphis, AR Job Details Full-time $46.05•$61.62 an hour 8 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Medicare Intake Licensed Clinical Social Worker
LPC HIPAA
Master's degree Evidence-based practice Patient care
Full Job Description Licensed Behavioral Health Therapist LCSW, LMFT, or LPC Location:
Earle, AR Employment Type:
Full-Time Reports To:
Medical Director Salary Range:
$46.05•61.02/hr,
DOE Work Hours:
Monday thru Friday(7:30am•2:30pm), (every other Saturday from 9 am•12pm) Behavioral Healthcare Management is a mental health clinic serving a primarily Medicare-enrolled patient population. We are seeking a licensed therapist to provide individual, group, and family therapy as part of a collaborative interdisciplinary team. Because this role serves Medicare beneficiaries, the clinician must be enrolled ( or eligible to enroll ) as a Medicare provider and must document services to Medicare medical-necessity standards. The ideal candidate is clinically skilled, compassionate, and committed to ethical, evidence-based care. Key Responsibilities Conduct intakes, biopsychosocial assessments, and substance use and mental assessments. Develop, implement, and update master treatment plans in collaboration with the treatment team. Provide individual, group, and family therapy that is medically necessary and documented per the treatment plan. Must be able to perform written documentation within 24 hours. Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in the electronic health record, consistent with HIPAA and Medicare / Medicaid / third-party payer requirements. Ensure all services and documentation meet Medicare medical-necessity standards and support clean claims and billing. Participate in regular treatment team meetings, case staffings, and treatment plan reviews. Coordinate with nursing, psychiatric, and medical staff on medication management and client needs. Provide crisis intervention and safety planning as needed. Maintain client confidentiality and uphold the ethical code of the relevant licensing board and the organization. Complete required reporting and meet documentation deadlines. Coordinate with medical team Required Qualifications Master's degree in social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy, or a related field. Active, unrestricted Arkansas license in one of the following: LCSW (Licensed Certified Social Worker) — Arkansas Social Work Licensing Board. LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) — Arkansas Board of Examiners in Counseling & Marriage and Family Therapy. (
Note:
for Medicare purposes, an Arkansas LPC enrolls under Medicare's "Mental Health Counselor (MHC)" provider category. ) Current CPR / First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
Medicare enrollment:
Active enrollment as a Medicare provider with a valid National Provider Identifier (NPI), or eligibility and willingness to enroll prior to seeing Medicare patients. Ability to pass a background check and any required health screenings. Preferred Qualifications Experience in a behavioral health, residential, or substance use or mental health treatment setting. Familiarity with Medicare and Medicaid documentation and medical-necessity standards. Experience with [specific modalities — e.g., CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care, MAT support]. Skills & Attributes Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning skills. Excellent written and verbal communication. Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team. Sound clinical judgment and crisis-management ability. Organized and able to meet documentation deadlines. Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary based on experience and licensure. Health benefits•dental , health, vision
PTO Sick Time Pay:
$46.05•$61.62 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person