At McHur Care, we believe community-based mental health care is purpose-driven work. If you’re energized by helping youth and families build stability in real time at home, at school, and in the community, this contract role may be a strong fit.
We are seeking a Qualified Mental Health Professional to deliver Medicaid-aligned behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and families in the Midland, Texas area. Spanish-speaking candidates are strongly preferred, as this role may support Spanish-speaking clients and families across the Midland service area.
This is a 1099 independent contractor engagement, not employment.
Role Summary — Independent Contractor
- You will provide direct QMHP services in the field while meeting payer, documentation, and compliance requirements.
- You will maintain independent clinical judgment within the scope of QMHP service delivery standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct bio-psychosocial assessments, as assigned or appropriate.
- Deliver skills training, crisis intervention, medication training support, and case management, as authorized.
- Develop and update crisis and safety plans as clinically appropriate.
- Coordinate with caregivers, care partners, and treatment team members as needed.
- Provide face-to-face services across approved settings, including homes, schools, and community sites.
- Complete timely and accurate documentation required for billing and compliance, including progress notes, service records, and related documentation.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related field.
- QMHP or QMHP-CS eligible.
Experience Supporting Children, Youth, And/or Families Preferred.
- Spanish-speaking or bilingual English/Spanish candidates are strongly preferred.
- Comfortable working independently in a field-based service model.
- Strong written documentation skills and ability to meet required timelines.
- Professional, empathetic communication with clients, families, and community partners.
Compensation And Contract Structure
- Base Service Fee — Billable Work: $25 to $28 per approved billable hour. Services must be properly documented, coded, and eligible for submission and approval.
- Monthly Accelerator Enhancements: Additional $4 to $9 per billable hour based on total monthly billable hours under a tiered accelerator model.
- Mileage Support Payment — Monthly, If Offered: Flat monthly support may be available based on verified eligible business miles. Normal commuting is excluded. Tiers range from $100 to $800 per month depending on eligible mileage.
- Ramp-Up Minimum Pay — Optional / Time-Limited: Up to 45 days of ramp support may be available when eligibility conditions are met.
- Other Incentives — If Applicable: Client Recruitment Bonus of $50 per new client enrolled with active insurance confirmation.
IMPORTANT CONTRACTOR NOTES
This is a 1099 independent contractor role. Benefits are not provided.
Non-billable administrative time, travel time, and meetings are not separately compensated unless expressly provided under the plan or a signed written statement of work.
Participation in trainings or meetings may be offered. Participation is generally voluntary unless otherwise stated.
PAY SCHEDULE — SEMI-MONTHLY
- Work performed from the 1st through the 15th is paid on the 22nd.
- Work performed from the 16th through the 31st is paid on the 7th.
SERVICE AREA AND PRACTICAL EXPECTATIONS
- Primary coverage is Midland, Texas and surrounding communities.
- Reliable transportation is required.
- Field travel between approved service locations is expected.
- Spanish-speaking ability is strongly preferred due to client and family communication needs in the service area.
- Earnings are performance-driven based on billable output and documentation quality and timeliness under the accelerator model.
WHY MCHUR CARE
We support the professionals doing the work. You’ll be part of a mission-driven team with clear expectations and a compensation model designed to reward consistent community-based service delivery.