Licensed Professional Counselor

TAG MedStaffing; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking an Outpatient Therapist to provide essential mental health and substance use disorder treatment services to adults and families. This role involves conducting clinical assessments, developing personalized treatment plans, and delivering therapy in outpatient settings. Candidates should possess a Master’s degree in a related field and be LPC or LCSW certified or eligible. Strong collaboration and documentation skills are necessary for this position, with a part-time schedule of 20-30 hours per week. Compliance with regulatory standards is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in counseling, social work, or related field from an accredited institution.
• Experience in outpatient or community-based mental health services preferred.
• LPC or LCSW certification or eligibility is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient mental health and/or substance use disorder treatment.
• Facilitate and coordinate Substance Use Disorder Intensive Outpatient groups.
• Conduct clinical assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in Electronic Health Record.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to support coordinated care.

Skills

DSM-5 diagnostic criteria

Evidence-based practices

Counseling techniques

Crisis intervention strategies

Behavior management approaches

Community resources

Electronic health record documentation

HIPAA compliance

Insurance authorization

Using Microsoft Office

Education

Master's degree in a related field

LPC or LCSW or License eligible

Job description

The Outpatient Therapist provides mental health and substance use disorder outpatient services to adults and families in accordance with agency policies, Medicaid requirements, and DBHDS licensing regulations. Responsibilities include completing clinical assessments, developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, and providing individual, family, and group therapy services to individuals referred for outpatient treatment.

The Outpatient Therapist collaborates with psychiatric services and other interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated care and participates in treatment team meetings. The position maintains accurate and timely clinical documentation in the electronic health record, including assessments, treatment plans, service documentation, reviews, and required authorizations. The therapist participates in regular supervision and maintains compliance with applicable regulatory, documentation, and payer requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• DSM-5 diagnostic criteria.
• Evidence-based practices for treating mental health and substance use disorders.
• Counseling techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and behavior management approaches.
• Community resources, referral processes, and care coordination practices.
• Electronic health record documentation requirements.
• HIPAA, confidentiality, human rights, and professional ethics.
• Insurance authorization requirements and covered service documentation.
• Person Centered Planning.
• Use of computer applications, use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and basic office equipment to include fax, scanner, copier, and telephone.

Skill of

• Develop person-centered treatment plans.
• Completing accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Communicating effectively with individuals, families, and treatment team members.

Ability to

• Meet documentation, licensure, and payer requirements within established timeframes.
• Manage workload and maintain a flexible schedule.
• Work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Apply sound clinical judgment in the provision of services.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient mental health and/or substance use disorder treatment services to adults and families at the agency or in designated community settings, including the jail, for individuals referred through self-referral or external agencies.
• Provide individual and group counseling services and monitor caseload to ensure services meet clinical criteria, authorization requirements, and treatment needs.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the Electronic Health Record, including service notes, treatment plans, assessments, reviews, and other required documentation
• Facilitate and coordinate Substance Use Disorder Intensive Outpatient (IOP) groups, including preparation of group materials and implementation of evidence-based or approved treatment curriculum.
• Conduct clinical assessments for individuals referred for mental health and/or substance use disorder treatment to determine service needs and support treatment planning.
• Develop and implement person-centered treatment plans that address identified needs, monitor progress toward goals, and update plans as required
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and collaborate with psychiatric services and other providers to support coordinated care.
• Coordinate referrals and link individuals and families to appropriate community resources and supportive services to promote overall health and recovery.

Schedule

Hour of Operation: Mon- Fri 8:30a-5p

• Will be working 20-30 hours/ week within the hours of operation

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, marriage and family therapy, or a closely related behavioral health field from an accredited college or university (required).
• Experience providing mental health and/or substance use disorder services in an outpatient or community-based setting is preferred.
• LPC or LCSW or License eligible (required)