Remote Licensed Mental Health Therapist

Adjuvant Behavior Health Inc.•Huntington, WV

1d•$60 - $62•Remote

About The Position

Adjuvant is seeking an empathetic, experienced mental health professional to support its mission of advancing mental wellness for cancer patients, their families, and caregivers. The therapist facilitates hope and change for clients affected by cancer by accepting referrals and maintaining a client load of at least 18 hours per week. This is a fully remote position that begins as a 1099 contractor role. After 90 days, contractors averaging 25 hours per week may choose to transition to a W-2 role.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Two years of professional-level experience in a counselor setting.
Active Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) license in West Virginia.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of healthcare experience with oncology.
One year of experience in telehealth settings.

Responsibilities

Counsel clients individually and/or in family sessions to help them overcome dependencies, adjust to life, or make changes.
Make internal referrals to IOP if clients show little or no improvement after eight weeks of outpatient therapy.
Guide clients in developing skills or strategies to address their problems.
Develop treatment plans based on clinical experience and knowledge, and establish SMART goals with patients; create plans within 72 hours of intake and update or modify them every four weeks.
Complete and maintain client-related paperwork, including diagnostic records and progress notes; complete progress notes within 48 hours after each session.
Prepare and maintain required treatment records and reports.
Evaluate clients’ physical or mental condition based on a review of client information.
Collaborate with staff on clinical assessments or treatment plans within two days of establishing care with an existing patient.
Refer patients, clients, or family members to community resources or specialists as needed.
Keep informed about developments in counseling through professional literature, courses, seminars, and contact with other social service agencies.
Accept referrals and maintain a client load of at least 18 hours per week.