03/23/2021
Telehealth Eating Disorders Therapist/Psychologist
(Licensed in Virginia or Maryland)
Monarch Wellness & Psychotherapy is a boutique, fee-for-service psychotherapy practice. We specialize in working with people who have eating disorders, trauma, and anxiety.
At Monarch, we highly value authenticity, community, collaborative care and a comprehensive approach to wellness.
We are seeking a candidate who is self-motivated, genuinely passionate this work, community-minded, self-reflective and self-aware.
Eating disorders experience is a must, and experience in working with people who have trauma is also highly valued.
Although this position is telehealth, a current and valid license to practice independently in either Virginia or Maryland is required.
This position is a full-time, 1099 contractor telehealth position with a potential for in-person services in the future if desired. There is a six-month probationary period.
Monarch endeavors to provide a balance between honoring a clinician’s independence and providing a supportive structure. Provided you are able to meet with your clients, you are able to set your own schedule. We offer a highly competitive rate.
What we provide:
*A flexible work schedule
*Generous and increasing fee schedule
*A current waitlisted pool of referrals to build your caseload quickly!
Therapist Job Requirements:
Current and valid license to practice independently in the states of Virginia or Maryland as a psychologist, social worker, LPC or other mental health professional
At least one year of experience working with people who have eating disorders
At least two years of experience providing psychotherapy
Reliable internet connection and private, soundproofed space to conduct psychotherapy
Responsibilities:
Provide individual, couples, family, and/or group psychotherapy over telehealth
Maintain a caseload of approximately 25 sessions weekly
Demonstrate appropriate and professional demeanor
Create thorough and timely records of patient meetings and progress.
Establish emotional safety and interpersonal connection with clients
Engage in weekly team meetings to provide and receive support from other clinicians
Write two to three blog posts per year on topics related to your expertise
Provide occasional crisis management with the support and direction of the team
Refer patients to outside specialists or agencies when necessary
Engage in ongoing collaborative care with physicians, dieticians, and other health professionals
Follow all HIPAA and confidentiality protocols
Contribute to practice by accomplishing related tasks as needed
Attend occasional work-related functions such as trainings and community-building outings
Therapist Qualifications/Skills:
Self-reflection (personal therapy is not required, but strongly encouraged)
Genuine compassion and empathy
Ability to form rapport and establish emotional connection
Capacity to balance authenticity and vulnerability with appropriate boundaries
Collegiality and community-mindedness
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Collegiality and community-mindedness
Conscientiousness and detail orientation
Organization, scheduling and time management skills
Strong knowledge base regarding eating disorders
If you are interested in this job, please send a CV and cover letter describing why you think you’d be a good fit for our practice, both in pdf format, to [Email hidden].
We are conducting a multi-stage interview process consisting of a phone screening, an individual interview and a panel interview and we will reach out shortly to schedule if we seem to be a good fit.
https://monarchwellness.com/monarch-wellness-careers/
