08/17/2022
Seeking highly motivated, self-directed, outpatient therapists for 1099 contractor position in private practice. Little Island Counseling and Wellness, PLLC is contracting with 100% telehealth clinicians with FULL, UNRESTRICTED licenses (LCSW/LICSW, LCMHC, LPC) in NC, VA, MD, and Washington, DC. We are not accepting provisionally licensed clinicians at this time. You can set your own agreed upon hours of availability, with a minimum of 10 hours/week, to be considered part-time. Clients will be assigned as referrals are received.
Pay is extremely competitive, and commensurate with experience and skill set, STARTING at $70/hour and up (negotiable and openly discussed based upon qualifications, and there is always room for growth). Therapists will be paid on the 1st of the month, for the prior month's sessions.
Therapist must furnish and properly maintain/update a Psychology Today profile, paid for by the practice owner and deducted as a practice expense, OR paid for by the individual therapist (if you wish to document as a 1099 contractor tax deductible expense).
NEGOTIABLE: Owner will furnish you with $200/year toward required continuing education credits, if you seek certification and courses previously approved by the owner, and deemed as supportive/necessary to uphold practice clientele needs.
***Must provide copy of unrestricted state license(s), and resume to be considered for position.***
Owner seeks to create a flexible, supportive, and autonomous working environment for clinicians who want to work from the comfort of their own homes. Please see our website for further information about the owner and practice: www.littleislandremedy.com
***PLEASE ALLOW 45 DAYS FOR CREDENTIALING TO BEGIN SEEING CLIENTS***
Responsibilities:
Assess the nature of clients' situations by conducting intake assessments and reviewing their personal history (Biopsychosocial Assessment)
Develop and execute individual treatment plans in compliance with insurance requirements (reviewing every 90 days, and updating as needed)
Determine appropriate milestones/goals to gauge client progress
Facilitate referrals to other healthcare professionals and programs, as needed
Maintain accurate client documentation in compliance with insurance requirements (notes must be completed and signed within 48 hours of appointment start time)
Maintain appropriate contact with clients (scheduling, providing resources)
Maintain regular and appropriate contact with practice owner and administrator regarding any pertinent client issues (scheduling, billing concerns)
Attend monthly case consultation meetings
Qualifications:
Previous experience in social work, counseling, or other related fields
Masters Degree in social work, counseling, or other related fields
Full, unrestricted license granted by the state of NC, VA, MD, and/or Washington, DC
Active CAQH profile and assigned NPI
Preferably, experience in a private practice setting
Knowledge of various therapeutic approaches and willingness to learn and expand to meet needs of clientele
Compassionate and caring demeanor
Ability to build rapport with clients
Strong leadership qualities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Own laptop/computer and mobile device (tablet/smartphone) to maintain notes/records and meet with clients virtually (all while maintaining HIPAA compliance)
Quiet and private space in your home to meet with clients virtually, in a room with a closed and locking door (maintaining HIPAA compliance), appropriately furnished and professional looking
Company Description:
Small, woman and military spouse owned, private practice that serves adult clients (18+) ONLY, primarily women. We allow independently licensed therapists to provide therapy in a fully telehealth based, private practice setting without the hassles of dealing with insurance companies, billing, marketing, or wasting time commuting to an office. Insurance credentialing and benefits verification are handled by the owner so you can spend your time seeing clients and completing minimal documentation (compliant progress note templates and guidance are provided). Owner utilizes a third party billing and credentialing company, and pays for your monthly membership with this service (unless you elect to pay and take the expense as a tax deduction, your choice). The owner will be available to talk/provide consultation as needed to decrease the feeling like you are on your own island, which can often be the case working in private practice settings.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $70.00 per hour
COVID-19 considerations:
Work from home.
