Independent Contractor - Therapist

Global•Lexington, KY

About The Position

Necco seeks licensed clinicians to provide therapeutic services to clients as independent contractors. The contractor provides clinical services consistent with their professional licensure and applicable regulatory requirements. Services may take place in offices, schools, community settings, or clients’ homes, depending on clinical need and program structure. The contractor uses independent professional judgment to deliver clinical services and determine appropriate therapeutic interventions, subject to applicable laws, payer requirements, and program guidelines. Contracted services may include clinical assessments and intake evaluations; individual, family, or group therapy; developing treatment plans and interventions; monitoring progress and adjusting treatment approaches; coordinating with caregivers, foster parents, school personnel, and other providers; providing recommendations about care and treatment barriers; and maintaining required clinical records. Contractors must complete documentation in Necco’s electronic health record system and provide records needed for payer compliance, billing, and prior authorizations when applicable. The contractor uses clinical judgment to support client safety, including developing safety plans when appropriate and communicating incidents or safety concerns as required. Contractors are responsible for maintaining an active professional license, completing required continuing education, and meeting applicable ethical and professional standards. This is an independent contractor arrangement, not employment with Necco. The contractor retains control over how services are performed, including clinical judgment and scheduling, subject to applicable laws and regulations, payer requirements, licensing standards, and mutually agreed service expectations. Contractors are not eligible for employee benefits and are responsible for their own taxes and professional expenses. Necco values diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment.

Requirements

Maintain active professional licensure in the applicable state and comply with licensing requirements.
Maintain $1 million occurrence / $3 million aggregate professional liability insurance.
Maintain auto insurance coverage of $100,000 bodily injury / $300,000 bodily injury per accident / $100,000 property damage.
Have a valid driver’s license.
Successfully complete required background screenings.
Have the professional skills necessary to provide clinical services, including the ability to use electronic health record systems for documentation.
West Virginia: Master’s degree and professional licensure (LSW with contingency of obtaining LGSW, LCSW, LICSW, LPCC, or LPC).
Kentucky: Advanced degree in a human services discipline, experience in mental health treatment of children with emotional or behavioral disabilities and their families, and a valid Mental Health Practitioner’s License (LPCA, LPCC, CSW, LCSW, LPA, LMFT, or other board-approved licensure).
Ohio: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a human services discipline, relevant experience in mental health treatment, and a valid Ohio Mental Health Practitioner’s License (BSW, LSW, LPCC, or LISW).

Responsibilities

Conduct clinical assessments and intake evaluations consistent with professional licensure.
Provide individual, family, or group therapy as clinically appropriate.
Develop treatment plans and therapeutic interventions using independent clinical judgment and client diagnosis.
Monitor client progress and adjust treatment approaches as clinically indicated.
Coordinate with caregivers, foster parents, school personnel, or other treatment providers as clinically appropriate.
Provide recommendations regarding client care, progress, and barriers to treatment.
Maintain clinical records that meet regulatory, licensing, and payer requirements.
Complete required documentation for services in accordance with Medicaid, payer, and regulatory requirements.
Use Necco’s electronic health record system to document contracted services.
Submit documentation supporting billing and prior authorization requirements when applicable.
Develop safety plans when clinically appropriate and communicate critical incidents or safety concerns according to reporting requirements.
Maintain an active professional license, complete required continuing education, and provide services consistent with applicable ethical and professional standards.