Remote Licensed Mental Health Counselor - Teletherapy

MIMH Professional Training; Germantown (MD); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company matching

Wellness stipend

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Unlimited paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Career growth and leadership pathways

Job summary

Peakway Behavioral Health System in Germantown, Maryland, is seeking a Licensed Mental Health Counselor for a full-time remote teletherapy role. You will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide evidence-based therapy to a diverse client population from your home office.

The position emphasizes confidentiality, compliance with healthcare regulations, ongoing professional development, and collaboration with a virtual team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Art Therapy, Psychology, or a related field is required.
• A current and valid mental health licensure in your state (LCMFT, LMFT, LCPC, or LCSW-C).
• A minimum of 2 years of experience delivering mental health services.
• Proficient in using electronic clinical systems, and electronic health record (EHR) applications.
• Up-to-date continuing education and familiarity with best practices in psychosocial interventions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments with patients through virtual teletherapy sessions, utilizing a video-based platform.
• Perform thorough mental health evaluations, documenting medical histories and mental status examination findings to develop a clear understanding of each patient’s needs.
• Create and execute individualized behavioral health treatment plans, regularly assessing and adapting these plans based on treatment outcomes.
• Provide evidence-based therapeutic support during one-on-one sessions, engaging patients in holistic care routines that address both emotional and psychological aspects of their well-being.
• Maintain accurate and secure records of sensitive patient information, ensuring that examination results, medical histories, and therapeutic notes are meticulously documented and compliant with healthcare regulations.
• Actively engage in continuous professional development to incorporate the latest evidence-based practices into your therapeutic approach.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Art Therapy, Psychology

Tools

Electronic health records (EHR) systems

Job description

Peakway Behavioral Health System in Germantown, Maryland, is seeking a Licensed Mental Health Counselor for a full-time remote teletherapy role. You will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide evidence-based therapy to a diverse client population from your home office.

The position emphasizes confidentiality, compliance with healthcare regulations, ongoing professional development, and collaboration with a virtual team.