Clinical Therapist - Contract/Fee-for-Service (Remote - Upstate area)

Description About Us: Growing Hope is dedicated to providing exceptional mental health and behavioral health services to at risk children, youth and their families. We are seeking a passionate and experienced therapist to join our team and make a meaningful impact in the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual and family therapy to children and families.
• Conduct assessments, Individual Plans of Care, and manage crisis situations.
• Collaborate with inter and intra agency staff and other professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
• Utilize a secure telehealth platform for remote sessions, with occasional in-person sessions as needed.
• Maintain detailed documentation in compliance with Growing Hope and Medicaid regulatory standards.

Essential Duties

• Manage a panel of clients, delivering evidence-based assessments and therapeutic interventions.
• Develop and update clinical and Independent Plans of Care in collaboration with clients, family members and other assigned providers.
• Track client progress and serve as an accountability partner.
• Engage in discharge planning, case management, and coordination with other providers.
• Respond to crises, develop safety plans, and provide follow-up intervention services.
• Communicate effectively with team members and report any clinical concerns to the Clinical Director.
• Lead treatment team meetings and apply an integrated care model to enhance treatment outcomes.
• Submit documentation of all services in accordance with regulations determined by Growing Hope, South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, and other regulatory authorities
• Adhere to ethical standards and agency procedures for abuse reporting and crisis situations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Licensed practitioner in behavioral health in South Carolina:
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) – requires a master’s degree in counseling and specific licensure
• Licensed Psycho-educational Specialist (LPES) - Requires a master's degree in a relevant field and specific licensure
• Licensed Independent Social Worker, Clinical Practice (LISW-CP) - Requires a master's degree in social work and specific licensure
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)- Requires a master's degree in marriage and family therapy and specific licensure.
• Minimum of two years of experience working with children and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in computer use and maintaining documentation according to Growing Hope and/or SCDHHS standards.
• Training in trauma-informed care or experience with clients with a history of trauma preferred.
• Experience with play therapy for younger clients is a plus.
• Commitment to Growing Hope's mission, values, and core principles.
• Ability to forge respectful partnerships and work collaboratively with team members.