Licensed Clinician (LCSW,LMSW, LPC, PLPC)

Start Corporation•Thibodaux, LA

About The Position

Start Corporation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1984 whose mission is to promote opportunities that enhance people’s self-sufficiency and empower them to live and function independently. The Licensed Clinician provides empathetic, ethical, client-centered behavioral health care that promotes recovery, independence, and personal choice. Four positions are available, one each at Houma FQHC, Thibodaux FQHC, Covington FQHC, and NOLA FQHC. The role involves assessing clients, providing evidence-based therapy and supportive services, developing and revising individualized service plans, managing risk, coordinating authorizations and community resources, and maintaining accurate clinical records. Depending on program needs, the clinician may also support clinic staff, lead or oversee staff functions, provide clinical consultation and record review, and supervise and manage a clinical team.

Requirements

Master’s or doctoral degree in social work.
At least three years of relevant clinical experience.
Active LMSW, PLPC, LCSW, or LPC license in good standing, with no restrictions or adverse actions that would disqualify the applicant from Medicaid or other billing.
Must be over 18 years of age.
Valid driver’s license.
Advanced knowledge of behavioral health symptoms, diagnoses, interventions, and their impact.
Knowledge of agency and community resources and referral processes.
Ability to communicate respectfully and effectively, build professional relationships, and demonstrate active listening, empathy, and positive regard.

Responsibilities

Complete comprehensive psychosocial assessments that meet accreditation and reimbursement requirements.
Provide evidence-based therapeutic services based on clients’ strengths, abilities, needs, and preferences.
Provide supportive services and arrange community-resource services based on the case plan.
Coordinate and obtain service authorizations as needed.
Develop and revise service plans with clients in accordance with accreditation requirements.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with policy and reimbursement requirements.
Conduct case management activities, including assistance with basic needs, referrals, service coordination, and skills training.
Collect and analyze data on service efficacy, client needs, and program or staffing needs, and provide reports as directed.
Attend supervision, program, and agency-wide meetings as indicated.
Assist clinic staff with complex or additional duties, oversight, specific functions, or lead responsibilities.
Provide clinical consultation, clinical review, or clinical-record auditing as needed.
Provide supervision and clinical consultation and review, assign cases, and manage the clinical team as indicated.
Identify client strengths, needs, and realistic goals and support development of service plans.
Identify risk, respond appropriately, and consult with peers about high-risk situations and interventions.
Teach social skills and household management skills as appropriate.
Maintain professional boundaries and follow agency and ethical guidelines.