Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LCSW, LMFT, LPC)
Oregon City, Oregon, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Mental Health Counselor
Specialty All Specialties
Salary 50,000 – 80,000 yearly
Degree Required Master's in Social Work Master's in Mental Health Counseling Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy Master's in Psychology Master's in Counseling Master's Degree in Professional Counseling
Position Type Part Time 1099
Work Environment Outpatient
Location Hood River, Oregon, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 10/21/24

Part Time Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LCSW, LMFT, LPC)

Grants patients and their families the psychological assistance they require in order to manage illnesses that are either acute, chronic, or terminal. Services include referrals to other resources, counseling and education for patients, and support for family caregivers.

Schedule: Part Time

Your Role :

  • Collaborates with community and health care resources based on the need to coordinate care for the patient.
  • Advocates for patients and families by supporting patient rights and accessing protective services.
  • Demonstrates awareness of patient rights and ethical decision making; provides advocacy to support patients and family.
  • Assures appropriate reporting of vulnerability or suspected abuse as mandated by law.
  • May participate in care system processes that prevent readmissions.
  • Plans and participates in transition conferences with patients and families.
  • Utilizes tools and technology to identify and intervene with patients who are at risk for readmission.
  • Ensures that a complete clinical handoff occurs for at risk patients, which may include referrals.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Provides support and counseling to patients and families.
  • Provides information and assistance for identified financial or social needs.
  • Utilizes the electronic medical record to monitor, document and communicate patient progress toward goals and progression of the social work plan.
  • Collaborates and communicates with an interdisciplinary team anticipating needs to move the plan of care forward.
  • Provides support and information to patients and families regarding transition plans.
  • Maintains knowledge of government and private payer networks and services to assure appropriate transitions.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Efficient use of electronic medical records.
  • Proficient electronic mail communication skills.
  • Master’s or doctorate degree in clinical psychology, counseling, or clinical social work (e.g., MA, MS, MSW, MFT, MHC, PhD, PsyD) from an accredited program
  • An independent license in the state where you reside (e.g., LCSW, LMFT, LPC) from the USA
  • Ability to manage a large caseload, and to interface with large providers and support staff.
  • Proven passionate about impacting lives and the future of behavioral care

Benefits:

  • Employee assistance program for mental health support.
  • Minimal paperwork.
  • Full caseload for a busy and fulfilling schedule.
  • 50k-80k/year.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Professional liability insurance.

If you're compassionate, dependable, and ready to contribute to our mission of providing quality care, we invite you to apply today.