What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hiring Full-time Virtual Mental Health Counselors in CT, NJ, NY, MA and PA position at SHIFT Your Journey Mental Health Counseling, PLLC?
Join Our Growing Team: Mental Health Clinicians in CT, MA, NJ, NY, and PA.
SHIFT Your Journey Mental Health Counseling is expanding, and we are seeking dedicated Mental Health Limited Permit Holders and Licensed counselors (LMHC, LPC, MHC-LP, LPC-A, etc.) to join our team. We have openings for clinicians who can work virtually and those licensed to practice in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.
Specialty Areas of Interest:
We are looking for clinicians with expertise in:
- Working with children and adolescents
- Providing couples and family counseling
- Serving bilingual clients
- Offering faith-based counseling
- Specializing in trauma-focused therapy
About the Role:
This position involves virtual counseling for individuals, groups, adults, children, and families. SHIFT clinicians are responsible for managing their own caseloads and ensuring timely documentation of sessions and assessments.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive intake assessments, including documentation such as Mental Status Exams, Biopsychosocial Evaluations, and Cultural Formulation Interviews.
- Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans tailored to client needs.
- Maintain communication with referral sources and Primary Care Physicians after intake and every 90 days.
- Complete progress notes within 24 hours of each session.
- Accurately log billable hours daily.
- Maintain client records with complete and accurate documentation.
- Complete discharge summaries as needed.
- Build and maintain strong therapeutic rapport with clients.
- Apply sound clinical and professional judgment in all aspects of client care.
Requirements:
- Master’s Degree in Professional Counseling or a related field from a CACREP-accredited program.
- Licensed or holding a provisional license in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.
- At least one year of clinical experience for provisional license holders.
- Experience working with children, teens, and/or adults facing mental health challenges such as trauma, anxiety, life transitions, parenting concerns, and depression.
- Strong knowledge of evidence-based counseling approaches, including cognitive-behavioral therapy , EMDR, and other therapeutic modalities.
- Ability to conduct comprehensive mental health evaluations and formulate effective treatment strategies.
Additional Information:
- Must maintain all necessary clearances for the duration of employment.
Compensation:
- Fee-for-service model
- Flat rate pay
If you are passionate about making a difference and looking to grow within a supportive practice, we would love to hear from you!
Apply today to join the SHIFT team!
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: From $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
Medical Specialty:
- Psychiatry
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: Multiple locations
Salary : $40