[Hiring] Bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor @Ascend Healthcare

Role Description

We are looking for a Bilingual Licensed Therapist or Counselor (LPC) to provide counseling and therapy treatment to our patients. Services will be provided remotely, through telemedicine, to patients of our Community Health Center partners throughout Arizona. We are a "say yes" first clinical provider and look to treat patients where they are and guide them along their journey to recovery and stabilization.

• Clinician must be active or willing to obtain an Arizona License in addition to holding an active license in state of primary residence.
• Clinician must be bilingual (English/Spanish).

Key Areas of Ownership

• Provides patient care modalities of evidence-based practices to best meet the clinical needs of the patients. Examples include:
  • CBT
  • DBT
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Psychoeducation (Symptom Recognition)
  • Trauma Therapy
  • Addiction Therapy
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
  • Bereavement/Grief Counseling
• These specific treatment modalities will be implemented in both the individual and group therapy setting, with a focus of engaging patients in their treatment plan.
• Review and signature of patient clinical Psychosocial assessment, diagnosis, treatment plan, and consents as needed for the patient in a timely manner.
• Maintenance of the clinic record, including documentation of activities performed as part of the service delivery process.
• Documents all services and patient activities appropriately. Ensures documentation complies with best clinical practices, contracts, regulatory and other legal requirements.
• Conducts crisis intervention for the individual and family based on the individual’s safety plan.
• Participate in regular case planning with the involved Multidisciplinary Team as new information is gathered to ensure the most clinically appropriate patient disposition.
• Participate in individual and group supervision as required.
• Participate in ongoing education, including in-services, training, and other activities to maintain and improve competency.
• Demonstrate competency through post-testing, skill observation, and performance as assessed by direct supervisor.
• Provides case management services to promote recovery and community reintegration as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted mental health license in state of primary residence and state of medical services being provided (Arizona).
• Must be willing to obtain AZ state license upon hire.
• Comfortable working in a remote environment.
• Bilingual English/Spanish (Required).
• Patient-first mindset.

Physical Requirements

• This is a fully remote position but may require in-person attendance as company needs arise.
• Prolonged Sitting: Ability to sit for extended periods during working hours.
• Manual Dexterity: Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for using a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• Visual Requirements: Adequate vision for reading computer screens and documents.
• Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills for virtual meetings and correspondence.
• Hearing: Sufficient hearing ability for participating in phone calls or virtual meetings.
• Work Environment: Access to a quiet, dedicated workspace free from distractions with reliable internet connectivity.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and LTD benefits
• PTO + Company and Floating Holidays
• Yearly CEU Stipend
• Collaborative Environment
• Remote-first setting
• Clinician Founded and Operated

Job Type

• Full-time
• Starting Minimum Salary: $77,000-$87,000 with primary residence in OH
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm AZ time (11am - 8pm EDT)
• Monthly Bonus Program

Company Description

Ascend Healthcare is committed to providing fully integrated, quality psychiatric and behavioral health services in a compassionate, convenient, and affordable manner. We work with external partners to provide services to patients across the country through integrated psychiatric medication management, substance use disorder treatment, counseling services, peer support and care coordination for seamless patient care.

• Founded to transform mental health care access.
• Delivers integrated psychiatric and behavioral health solutions with a commitment to equity, compassion, and operational excellence.
• Partners directly with health centers to build fully integrated, sustainable behavioral health programs.
• Fosters collaboration and teamwork.
• Offers patient-first mindset and work from home opportunities.
• Encourages career growth and professional development training.