Licensed Therapist

Valera Health•Tacoma, WA

2d•Remote

About The Position

At Valera Health, we are at the forefront of tele-mental health, committed to delivering compassionate mental health care that is accessible and affordable to all. We are hiring licensed therapists (LMHC, LICSW, and LMFT) to join our fully remote Substance Use Disorder Program, supporting substance-exposed individuals with a focus on prenatal and postpartum care in Washington. Candidates must hold an active Washington State clinical license and reside in the state of WA. This role offers flexibility, autonomy, and a collaborative, family-focused culture. Clinicians provide assessments, individual and group therapy, coordinate care across treatment settings, and have the freedom to build groups and use evidence-based practices they are passionate about—all from home.

Requirements

LICSW, LMFT, LMHC in Washington.
Experience with adults and adolescents.
Remote Work Experience.

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience with substance abuse population.
Background in maternal; substance abuse preferred.
Familiarity with Medicare and Medicaid procedures.

Responsibilities

Assesses, plans and implements care strategies that are individualized by member and directed toward the most appropriate and least restrictive level of care.
Collaborates with member, family and healthcare providers to develop an individualized plan of care.
Conducts individual counseling and group therapy with adolescents and adults.
Identifies and initiates referrals for social service programs – including financial, psycho-social, community and state supportive services.
Advocates for members and families as needed to ensure the patient’s needs and choices are fully represented and supported by the healthcare team.
Utilizes approved clinical criteria to assess and determine appropriate level of care for members.
Documents all member assessments, care plan and referrals provided.
Responsible for achieving set goals; Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Learning the StrongWell model and taking responsibility and ownership for outcome based care.
Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and utilization management rounds and provides information to assist with safe transitions of care.
Promotes responsible and ethical stewardship of company resources.
Maintains excellent punctuality and attendance during work hours.