Community Mental Health Therapist-1099 Contractor

Benefits :

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Wellness resources

Step-by-Step Behavioral Health seeks a compassionate and skilled Outpatient Therapist to provide insight-oriented, cognitive-behavioral, or supportive therapy interventions to individuals and families.

This role involves delivering high-quality mental health counseling services to children, adolescents, adults, and families in various settings, including communities, schools, and homes.

Responsibilities :

• Conduct therapy sessions in community, school, and home settings.
• Perform a wide variety of therapeutic activities as directed by the Clinical Director.
• Maintain ongoing chart audits to ensure compliance and quality assurance of services provided.
• Utilize motivational interviewing and provide stage-appropriate interventions.
• Demonstrate proficiency in utilizing community resources for supportive services and discharge planning.
• Serve as a liaison for clients, families, referral sources, and other social service agencies.
• Provide mental health counseling to children, adolescents, adults, and families.
• Deliver various therapeutic services, including individual, family, and group therapy, therapeutic behavioral on-site services, and psychosocial assessments.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team to formulate and review individualized treatment plans.
• Coordinate discharge planning to ensure smooth transitions for clients.
• Ensure documentation, reports, and records meet State, Federal, Regional, and departmental standards and requirements, with clear, organized, and timely progress notes documented in EMR (Electronic Medical Record).
• Work effectively with culturally diverse groups and individuals experiencing psychiatric and mental health disorders, dual diagnosis, and those in stressful situations.
• Uphold Step-by-Step Behavioral Health's vision, mission, goals, and objectives in all day-to-day activities.

Requirements :

Education : Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field from an accredited college or university.

Preferred) Licensure : Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or a Registered Intern with the State of Florida.

• Experience : Minimum of 1 year experience providing substance abuse or mental health counseling in an outpatient setting.
• Skills :
• Computer literacy and proficiency with online applications, email, and the internet.
• Strong written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of community resources and discharge planning.
• Demonstrated understanding of Medicaid requirements and DSM-IV / DSM-5.
• Other Requirements : Must have a valid Driver’s License.

Work Environment :

The role involves providing services (in the field) in various community settings, including homes and schools.

Join Our Team :

Step-by-Step Behavioral Health is committed to providing high-quality care with professionalism and integrity. We are looking for dedicated individuals who share our passion for making a difference in the lives of others.

We encourage you to apply if you meet the qualifications and are interested in contributing to a dynamic team.