Therapist / Licensed Professional of Healing Arts

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); Remote; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Licensed Professional of Healing Arts to provide essential counseling services to youth facing emotional challenges. In this impactful role, you will engage with individuals and families, delivering personalized care in their homes or community settings. Your expertise will foster resilience and recovery, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations while making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people. This opportunity offers a supportive environment where your skills in counseling and community engagement will shine, contributing to a brighter future for those in need.

Benefits

Medical/Prescription

Vision

Short Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, or related field required.
• Active Texas licensure in counseling or social work is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group counseling to youth in various settings.
• Document services and ensure compliance with state regulations.

Skills

Counseling

Psychological Assessment

Community Resources Knowledge

Bilingual/Spanish Speaking

Education

Master’s Degree in Psychology

Master’s Degree in Social Work

Master’s Degree in Counseling

Tools

Texas Medicaid Provider Procedures Manual

Texas Resilience and Recovery Utilization Management Guidelines

Job description

Therapist / Licensed Professional of Healing Arts

Requisition Number: THERA001885

Posted: July 11, 2024

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Remote (Harris County, TX)

Status: Full Time Salary FLSA Classification: Exempt

Summary of the Position

The Licensed Professional of Healing Arts (LPHA) is responsible for providing individual, family, and group counseling to youth with serious emotional disturbances and their families.

Responsibilities

• Provide services in a participant's home or appropriate community setting, including Psychological Diagnostic Interview Examinations, treatment planning, and counseling in group, individual, or family settings.
• Deliver services targeting the enhancement of youth’s natural supports and strengths, fostering resilience and recovery.
• Accurately document services, attend Wraparound Team meetings as needed, and communicate participant programs to supervisors, team members, and the referring authority.
• Ensure compliance with the Texas Medicaid Provider Procedures Manual, Texas Resilience and Recovery Utilization Management Guidelines, YAP Standards, and all state and federal regulations governing service delivery.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Master’s degree in psychology, criminal justice, sociology, social work, counseling/therapy, or behavioral health.
• Active Professional Licensure in psychology, counseling, or social work required. Valid Texas Licensure (LCSW, LPC, LMFT) is required.
• Experience in the provision of home and/or community-based mental health services.
• Foster care experience is a plus.
• Play Therapy experience is a plus.
• Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance coverage are required.
• Bi-Lingual/Spanish speaking is required.

Benefits Available

• Medical/Prescription
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• UNUM Supplemental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, place of birth, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, genetic characteristics, or disability unrelated to job performance or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.