Telehealth Therapist (LMFT, LCSW, or LPC)

Banyan Treatment Centers • , FL

6d • Remote

About The Position

Banyan Treatment Centers is hiring a full-time Telehealth Therapist to provide intensive outpatient program (IOP)-level care to people overcoming substance use and mental health disorders. The therapist will work remotely in a fast-paced, collaborative telehealth environment and provide care throughout patients’ enrollment, from intake through discharge. The position involves group, individual, and family therapy; assessment and treatment planning; crisis response; care coordination; and substantial clinical documentation.

The role is scheduled for 40 hours per week. Banyan operates morning and afternoon/evening program tracks, and scheduling depends on business and caseload needs. Current needs typically lean toward afternoon/evening coverage, but schedules are discussed and confirmed during the interview process. The therapist reports to the Telehealth Clinical Director and receives additional support from the Head of Telehealth.

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted clinical license; LPC, LCSW, or LMFT, or an applicable state equivalent. Associate- or intern-level pre-licensed credentials are accepted for Professional Counseling, Social Work, and Marriage & Family Therapy tracks.
• Licensure in the state of Florida is required at time of hire.
• Master's degree in social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy, or a related human services field.
• Working knowledge of clinical standards of care for patients with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport and trust with diverse patient populations.
• Sound clinical judgment and crisis intervention skills, including risk assessment and de-escalation.
• Strong documentation and communication skills, with attention to regulatory and confidentiality standards.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting while remaining connected to a collaborative care team.

Nice To Haves

• Active clinical licensure in three or more states.
• Willingness to obtain licensure in additional states as business needs arise.
• Two or more years of clinical experience serving substance use disorder and/or mental health populations.
• Direct experience at an IOP level of care.
• Experience with Kipu EMR systems.
• Experience carrying a full caseload virtually.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate group therapy sessions within an Intensive Outpatient Program and manage a caseload across multiple weekly groups.
• Provide individual therapy to support each patient's progress through treatment.
• Lead family engagement sessions to build support systems and strengthen continuity of care.
• Complete comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments to guide level-of-care decisions and treatment planning.
• Develop and complete master treatment plans, updating individualized, measurable goals in collaboration with patients and the care team.
• Use clinical judgment in crisis situations, including risk assessment, de-escalation, and suicide risk evaluation in an outpatient setting.
• Maintain communication with referral sources and families to support patient progress and continuity of care.
• Coordinate step-down and discharge planning and connect patients with legal, financial, and vocational resources.
• Provide consistent clinical care throughout the patient's program enrollment, from intake through discharge.
• Maintain thorough and timely clinical documentation across all phases of care.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Wellness incentives and employee assistance programs.
• Reimbursement for additional state licensure where applicable; the company covers the cost of obtaining additional state licensure when there is a business need.
• Professional learning, mentorship, and career development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time