Licensed Therapist (Outpatient)

Agape Network; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Agape Network in Florida is seeking a licensed mental health professional to provide individual and family therapy for children, adults and families. The role emphasizes adherence to Medicaid and AHCA guidelines, with emphasis on timely documentation and coordination with insurers.

The candidate will manage caseloads, perform comprehensive assessments, and ensure compliance through regular supervision and continued licensure activity.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling-related field (see above) and Florida licensure eligibility.
• At least one year of experience with severely emotionally disturbed individuals or co-occurring disorders.
• Licensed in Florida in Mental Health/Social Work/ or Marriage and Family Counseling.
• Computer skills are essential for documentation and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clinical files with timely documentation (bi-weekly filing).
• Provide individual counseling to assigned caseload on a weekly basis.
• Facilitate group therapy sessions when deemed necessary.
• Complete biopsychosocials, Master Treatment Plans, and reviews within 48 hours of contact.
• Complete state reporting documents, therapy notes, and related paperwork as required.
• Submit progress notes within 48 hours of face-to-face contact and every 48 hours thereafter.
• Monitor units approved by insurance and ensure authorizations are current.
• Attend monthly or requested supervision and maintain licensure status with the Department of Health.

Skills

Counseling

Case management

Documentation

Group therapy

Education

Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy

Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling

Master's degree in Psychology

MSW

Job description

Description
Position Summary:
To provide individual and family therapy for children, adults and their families according to intervention strategies approved by Agape Network and Medicaid.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintain clinical files by filing paperwork no less than bi-weekly and ensuring that all paperwork is completed in a timely fashion.
• Provide individual counseling to assigned caseload on a weekly basis.
• Facilitate group therapy sessions if and when deemed necessary.
• Complete all clinical assessments and paperwork such as Biopsychosocial, Master Treatment Plans, Treatment Plan reviews, and ancillary documentation within 48 hours of contact with clients.
• Complete state reporting documents, Therapy Notes, CFARS/FARS (admission, 6 months, discharge). MHO’s (admission, quarterly, discharge). ASAM’s (admission, monthly, discharge).
• Complete prior authorizations for all clients prior to administering clinical services. Resubmit prior authorizations prior to the date requested by the insurance companies.
• Complete progress notes within 48 hours of face-to-face contact.
• Submit progress notes every 48 hours from the date services are rendered.
• Monitor and track units approved by the insurance company.
• Attend monthly meetings when deemed necessary
• When appropriate renew state license and registered intern status with the Department of Health.
• Comply with AHCA stipulations for TBOS and individual therapists.
• Ensure that Medicaid is active, and the insurance provided has not changed at the beginning of each month.
• Maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License and car insurance.
• Be a facilitator between the Agape Staff and client.
• Maintain productivity at 85% of caseload.
• Attend supervision weekly, biweekly, monthly contingent on recommendation from Lead Therapist to no less than 1 time per month.
• Complete compliance training as needed to comply with licensure and DCF licensing (Relias Training)
• Check email communication daily.
• Perform other duties assigned by Outpatient Lead Therapist, Outpatient Therapist Supervisor and others.

Requirements Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work, plus one-year experience working with severely emotionally disturbed individuals served or individuals with co-occurring disorders. Licensed in the state of Florida in Mental Health/Social Work/ or Marriage and Family Counseling required. Computer skills are essential.