Provisional LPC, PLMFT, LMSW, CSW (Provisional Licensed Mental Health Professional)

HCO Behavioral Health • Lafayette, LA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

HCO Behavioral Health is seeking qualified Provisional Licensed Mental Health Professionals to provide outpatient mental and behavioral health services to clients aged 6 and older. The role provides individual and/or family counseling through telehealth and in-person office sessions, with a focus on compassionate, competent care. The position is described as hybrid and requires a minimum commitment of 16–20 hours per week.

The successful candidate will assess clients’ mental health needs, develop personalized treatment plans, maintain therapeutic relationships and professional boundaries, and complete required documentation. They will coordinate with other healthcare professionals, agencies, and resources, complete Louisiana provisional licensure and credentialing paperwork within 30–45 days of acceptance, and participate in supervision, training, and other professional development opportunities.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field.
• Current provisional licensure in Louisiana as a PLPC, PLMFT, LMSW, or CSW.
• Experience working with clients of various ages, with a focus on children and adolescents.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for telehealth interactions.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a remote team environment.
• Proficiency in using telehealth platforms for counseling services.
• Commitment of at least 16–20 hours per week.
• Access to a private, secure workspace for telehealth sessions.
• Reliable high-speed internet connection.
• Willingness to complete provisional licensure and credentialing paperwork within the specified timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual and/or family therapy sessions through telehealth platforms and in person at the office.
• Perform initial assessments and collaborate with clients to develop personalized treatment plans.
• Build supportive therapeutic relationships while maintaining professional boundaries and ethical standards.
• Complete treatment plans, progress notes, and other required documentation in accordance with legal and ethical standards.
• Coordinate with healthcare professionals, agencies, and other resources to support client care.
• Complete required provisional licensure and credentialing paperwork in Louisiana within 30–45 days of acceptance.
• Participate in supervision sessions, training programs, and other professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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