FL IOP Telecounselor

New Season; Leesburg (FL); Remote; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

New Season is seeking telecounselors to provide individual and group counseling services via a HIPAA compliant synchronous video platform for patients across the United States. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to address clinical needs and ensure timely documentation.

Remote work is possible at the discretion of program leadership while meeting policy standards. Qualified candidates hold a Master’s in a Human Services field and an independent license (LMHC/LMFT/LCSW) with at

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a Human Services related field.
• Independent licensure as a counselor (LMHC, LMFT, LCSW or equivalent) in the supported state.
• Minimum 1 year licensure at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs individual and group counseling via synchronous video communication.
• Educates patients in treatment, health issues and steps to recovery.
• Completes patient telecounseling screenings, psychosocials, treatment plans, reassessments and all related documentation within required time frames.
• Maintains compliance with policies and confidentiality regulations (42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA).
• Communicates with clinic leadership and staff; replies to emails within 1 business day.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Multitasking

Independent work

Prioritization

Reliability

Education

Master's degree in Human Services

Licensed counselor (LMHC/LMFT/LCSW) in state of hire

Job description

Description

Job Summary

Telecounselors provide individual and group counseling services via a HIP AA compliant, synchronous video platform to patients being served by New Season' s clinics across the United States. Telecounselors work within a multidisciplinary treatment team consisting of Medical Director, Program Director,Treatment Services Coordinator , Counselors and Nurses to identify and meet the clinical needs of the patient and to assist in their overall well-being. All Telecounselors are responsible for completion of all patient, program and state related clinical documentation. Telecounselors are eligible for remote work arrangements, at the discretion of program leadership and must meet all requirements of the company telecommuting policy and department performance standards.

Essential Functions

• Performs individual and group counseling with assigned patients via synchronous video communication.
• Educates patients in all aspects of treatment, corresponding health issues and steps to recovery
• Completes patient telecounseling screening, psychosocials, individual and group DAP notes, individualized treatment plan, reassessments and all other program related documentation within the required time frames.
• May work with patients to complete intake, admission, discharge and transfer paperwork.
• Documents patient progress and completes organization and state mandated forms in the identified electronic health record and any other required systems.
• Maintains file compliance in accordance with policy and procedure and completes timely correction to any documents or files that are found to be out of compliance.
• Identifies any clinical/case management needs and works to address those needs.
• Participate in a weekly Treatment T eam at each center assigned.
• Establishes and maintains communication with assigned clinic leadership and support staff; responding to all emails within one (1) business day and maintaining a live updated shared calendar for patient scheduling purposes.
• Reports patient abuse, neglect and exploitation as required.
• Reports patient grievances as required.
• Coordinates Urine Drug Screens with clinic liaisons and completes any required documentation.
• Ensures the reading and understanding of the General, program and state specific Policy and Procedures Manuals.
• Ensures compliance with 42 CFR Part 2 (Federal Confidentiality Regulations) and 45 CFR, Parts 160 & 164 (HIP AA).
• Is responsible for obtaining and maintaining proper licensure and/or certification according to specific state requirements and program needs.
• Actively participates in preparation for surveys and inspections conducted by CARF , the State, DEA, Board of Pharmacy and any other agency site visits as dictated by the state laws or regulations.
• Participates in all staff meetings and assigned clinic treatment team meetings as scheduled.
• Actively participates in both individual and group supervisions as scheduled.
• Ensures compliance with local, State, Federal and Colonial Management Group, LP rules, regulations and policies.
• Always acts in the best interests of the program and company; honors, supports, and protects the proprietary data and rights of the company .
• Performs other tasks as assigned by clinic, region or corporate leadership.

Other Responsibilities

None

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Minimum Qualifications

To perform this job successfully , an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily . The requirements listed below are representative of the competencies (minimum knowledge, skill, and ability) required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Licensure/Certification

Qualified candidates will have a Master ' s degree in a Human Services related field and be independently licensed in counseling (LCSW , LMFT , LMHC or equivalent) in the state that they will support for a minimum of 1 year at the time of hire.

Required Knowledge

Master-level and Group knowledge.

Experience Required

Knowledge and experience in substance abuse, Intensive Outpatient, Group, and telecounseling.

Skill and Ability

Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, be able to multitask,work independently, prioritize, be dependable and reliable.

Job or State Requirements

FL independently Licensed counselor ie LMHC, LMFT, or LCSW