Psychotherapist/ Counselor

Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychotherapist to join our dynamic mental health team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive psychotherapy services to diverse populations, including children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. Your expertise will help clients navigate emotional challenges, mental health disorders, and behavioral issues through evidence-based practices. The ideal candidate is energetic, motivated to make a positive impact, and possesses a strong foundation in various therapeutic modalities. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to patient care, support recovery, and promote mental well-being across outpatient and inpatient settings.

Duties

• Conduct thorough intake assessments utilizing ICD-9 and ICD-10 coding systems to determine client needs and develop personalized treatment plans.
• Deliver individual, group, family, and couples counseling sessions employing modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, art therapy, dance therapy, applied behavior analysis (ABA), and other evidence-based approaches.
• Implement crisis intervention strategies and crisis management protocols to ensure client safety during acute episodes.
• Provide specialized counseling for issues including grief, addiction, PTSD care, gender identity concerns, chronic pain management, developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and working with people with disabilities or geriatrics.
• Utilize telehealth platforms effectively for remote therapy sessions while maintaining HIPAA compliance and ensuring secure medical documentation.
• Perform diagnostic evaluations using ICD coding standards to accurately document mental health conditions and treatment progress in medical records.
• Engage in case management activities such as patient assessment, data collection for clinical research, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Apply social work principles and behavior management techniques to support patients’ social functioning and behavioral goals.
• Maintain detailed medical records with appropriate medical terminology while adhering to HIPAA regulations.
• Participate in ongoing professional development by staying current with clinical research trends and best practices in behavioral health.

Experience

• Proven experience in psychotherapy or clinical counseling within outpatient or inpatient settings.
• Demonstrated expertise in a variety of therapeutic modalities including CBT, psychodynamic therapy, group therapy, behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care (including PTSD), addiction counseling, grief counseling, and working with children or pediatrics.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
• Familiarity with ICD-9/ICD-10 coding systems for diagnostic purposes and CPT coding for billing processes.
• Strong telehealth experience ensuring seamless virtual patient care delivery while maintaining confidentiality standards.
• Knowledge of medical terminology related to behavioral health conditions and experience managing medical records securely under HIPAA guidelines.
• Ability to handle crisis situations effectively through crisis intervention techniques and crisis management protocols.
• Background in working with diverse populations including geriatrics and those with chronic pain or complex mental health needs.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in hospital or clinic environments is highly desirable. Join us as a Psychotherapist committed to transforming lives through compassionate care! This role offers the chance to work in a supportive environment that values your expertise while making a meaningful difference every day.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $55.00 - $70.00 per hour

Work Location: Remote