Private Practice Therapist

Caring Therapists • Pembroke Pines, FL

3d • $70 - $100 • Onsite

About The Position

Caring Therapists, a group private practice in Florida, is seeking part-time and/or full-time therapists, particularly EMDR psychotherapists, to join its practice in Pembroke Pines. The practice also has offices in Davie, Hollywood, Sunrise, Fort Lauderdale, and Coral Springs. Candidates should have a clinical specialty or niche, such as children, couples, trauma, EMDR, or family therapy. The practice is especially interested in an EMDR specialist and/or a therapist willing to see children ages 8 and older. Therapists must be available for two to three evenings from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and/or a weekend day, and must be willing to work at least 15 hours per week; 30 or more hours is considered full-time.

The role involves providing assessment and counseling, diagnosing and treating mental health disorders, developing individualized treatment plans, and monitoring client progress. Therapists collaborate with families and outside providers as appropriate, maintain confidential and thorough records, follow professional and ethical standards, and work with practice administrative staff and management. The practice offers referrals, office space for in-person sessions, administrative and billing support, consultation, and access to practice technology and services.

The position is commission-based, with compensation dependent on service type, reimbursement rate, licensure, and fee split. The stated compensation is $60–$70 per hour for registered interns and $70–$120 per hour for licensed Clinical Psychologists, LMHCs, LMFTs, and LCSWs. The work setting is an in-person private practice. Both full-time and part-time positions are available.

Requirements

• Current Florida license as a Clinical Psychologist, LCSW, LMFT, or LMHC; registered interns and postdoctoral psychology candidates are also welcome to apply.
• Master's or doctorate education.
• Willingness to work at least 15 hours per week; 30 or more hours per week for full-time status.
• Availability to work afternoons, evenings, and weekends; the posting also specifies two to three evenings from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and/or a weekend day.
• Ability to work with children ages 4–18 and/or couples.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and listening skills, including the ability to build rapport and communicate with compassion and empathy.
• Detail-oriented, with strong time-management and prioritization skills.
• Proficiency with Office products, Excel, Google documents, and electronic medical records.
• Ability to work effectively with professional colleagues and administrative support staff.
• Independent, driven, collaborative, and passionate about mental health.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of post-independent licensure experience.
• Prior private practice experience.
• Already paneled with insurance companies.
• EMDR specialization and/or willingness to see children ages 8 and older.

Responsibilities

• Establish positive, trusting rapport with patients.
• Diagnose and treat mental health disorders.
• Create individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and circumstances.
• Meet with patients regularly to provide counseling and evidence-based treatment, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of patient progress.
• Involve and advise family members when appropriate.
• Refer patients to outside specialists or agencies when necessary.
• Maintain thorough records of patient meetings and progress.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain client confidentiality.
• Maintain appropriate licenses and certifications and follow professional guidelines and ethical standards.
• Contribute to the practice by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
• Collaborate with administrative staff and management to support best practices and organizational growth.

Benefits

• Steady stream of referrals and strong referral sources.
• Social media and internet marketing exposure.
• Supportive clinical environment and monthly group case consultation.
• Warm, welcoming office spaces with waiting rooms, noise machines, and therapeutic supplies.
• In-house billing department to coordinate benefits and eligibility and submit claims.
• In-house intake team to answer calls and schedule intake appointments.
• Assistance with scheduling, credentialing, and patient balances.
• Billing support for major commercial healthcare insurers active in Florida.
• Access to email services, an electronic health records platform, and phone and fax services.
• Employer contribution to employee health insurance plans for full-time employees.
• 401(k) with company contribution.
• Paid training and CEU opportunities.
• Unlimited time off.
• Flexible schedule.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level