1099/W2 LCSW $90 an hour

This is a remote position.

LCSW

• Conduct virtual initial assessments and ongoing care for seniors with serious mental illness (SMI) and substance use disorders (SUD), in collaboration with psychiatrists and other healthcare professionals.

• Develop comprehensive treatment plans, which may include coordinating psychotherapy or other treatment modalities, and assessing the need for referrals to specialized care.

• Collaborate effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team to address the holistic needs of patients, including their physical health, behavioral health, and social well-being.

• Provide patient care and education tailored to the individual’s age, abilities, educational background, and cultural context, often involving family members in the care process.

• Coordinate care with primary care physicians (PCPs) and other medical professionals to ensure a cohesive approach to patient health.

• Offer timely psychiatric urgent care and be responsive to patients’ immediate needs.

• Document all clinical work comprehensively and promptly in the electronic health record (EHR).

• Ability to effectively engage and build rapport with challenging patients, using a solution-focused and time-limited treatment model to achieve tangible, positive outcomes.

• Eagerness to engage with a high-needs patient population while maintaining quality care and positive outcomes.

WHAT WE ARE SEEKING:

Qualifications:

• Current LCSW licensure in Florida with eligibility for Texas licensure.

• 3-5 years of experience post-licensure.

• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English (preferred)

Professional Skills:

• Comfortable navigating the dynamic landscape of a startup environment.

• Proven ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

• Commitment to maintaining professional boundaries and integrity in patient-therapist relationships.

• Skilled in engaging patients and caregivers through telehealth and telephonic communication.

• Demonstrate proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems for accurate and timely documentation

Clinical Experience:

• Proficient in screening and differential diagnosis of mental health and substance use disorders.

• Experienced in developing comprehensive treatment plans for mental health and substance use disorders.

Therapeutic Techniques:

• Knowledgeable in evidence-based psychosocial treatments and behavioral interventions, such as motivational interviewing, problem-solving treatment, and behavioral activation, tailored to individual mental health needs.

This role is fully remote. Physical requirements include the ability to use a computer. Minimal travel, up to 10% anticipated.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Retirement savings plan (401k) Plan up to 3.5% company match

• Low cost benefits package for employee and dependents ( medical/ dental/ vision/ STD/ Life Insurance)

• Paid vacation

• Paid sick leave

• 9 paid holidays throughout the year with (2) additional flex holidays .. 11 in total!

• Performance-based bonuses

• and more!

Originally posted on Himalayas