Licensed Clinician (LCSW, LMSW, LPC, PLPC)

Start Corporation•New Orleans, LA

About The Position

Start Corporation is seeking qualified therapists with a master’s or doctoral degree in social work, at least three years of relevant clinical experience, and an active LCSW, LMSW, PLPC, or LPC license in good standing. The clinician provides empathetic, ethical, client-centered care that promotes recovery, independence, and personal choice. Four positions are available, with one position at each of the Houma FQHC, Thibodaux FQHC, Covington FQHC, and NOLA FQHC locations. The role includes assessing clients, providing evidence-based therapeutic and supportive services, developing and revising service plans, managing risk, coordinating authorizations and community resources, and maintaining clinical documentation. The clinician may also assist with complex clinical duties and, as indicated, provide supervision, consultation, case assignment, and management for a clinical team.

Requirements

Master’s or doctoral degree in social work.
At least three years of relevant clinical experience.
Active advanced clinical license for independent practice (LMSW, PLPC, LCSW, or LPC) in good standing.
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.

Responsibilities

Complete comprehensive psychosocial assessments that comply with accreditation standards and reimbursement and billing 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 ensure proper authorizations for services as necessary.
Coordinate ongoing service-plan development and revision with clients in accordance with accreditation requirements.
Complete accurate clinical documentation according to policy and as needed to ensure reimbursement.
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.
May assist with clinical consultation, clinical review, or auditing clinical records.
As indicated, provide supervision, clinical consultation and review, case assignments, and overall management for the clinical team.