[Hiring] Behavioral Health Therapist @PM Pediatrics

Role Description

PM Pediatrics Health Care is seeking a LMHC to join our Behavioral Health Teletherapy Program. This opportunity will provide comprehensive behavioral health for the common conditions seen in primary care such as depression, anxiety, ADD, and conduct disorders in an extended virtual primary care collaborative model via teletherapy.

• Perform psychosocial assessments that comply with evidence-based practices.
• Provide counseling and therapy for patients using evidence-based treatment modalities.
• Display competency as an individual, family, and group therapist.
• Maintain own professional development as required by licensing board.
• Complete required documentation and paperwork, including biopsychosocial assessments and treatment planning and implementation in a timely manner.
• Work closely with patient, family, and team to overcome obstacles in treatment.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate cultural competency and commitment.
• Respond quickly to an urgent or emergent need.
• Maintain a caseload of 15-20 patients weekly and a minimum of 5 patients daily.

Qualifications

• Licensed Mental Health Counselor licensure required in the state practicing.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Understanding the roles of the healthcare team.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Deep understanding of the psychosocial aspects of illness and health.
• Experience with community facilities and resources for discharge planning.
• Superb written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong crisis intervention skills.
• Excellent short-term counseling skills.

Requirements

• Must have NY Medicaid Provider Number!
• Master’s Degree in Social Work is required.
• Qualifying social work experience for licensure consists of a minimum of 3000 hours of post Master’s social work.
• MUST have experience with pediatric and adolescent patients.

Benefits

• Compensation Range: $75,000-$80,000 (dependent upon experience & licensure).
• Competitive Medical Benefits Package + PTO offered.