Remote Licensed Mental Health Counselor Peakway Behavioral Health

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Mental Health Counselor to join our team at Peakway Behavioral Health System. This is a full-time, remote position focused on delivering high-quality mental health care via teletherapy. As a member of our mental health team, you will have the responsibility of providing comprehensive mental health support, conducting evaluations, and implementing treatment plans tailored to the needs of each patient.

At Peakway Behavioral Health System, we strive to raise the standard of healthcare through a commitment to integrated virtual care and navigation. Our objective is to break down barriers to accessing mental health services, ensuring that every individual, regardless of their background or circumstances, receives the compassionate care they need. Based in Germantown, Maryland, we are dedicated to enhancing the health of communities through innovative solutions and patient-centered practices.

This position is entirely remote, allowing you the flexibility to work from home while maintaining work-life balance. You will be part of a highly collaborative team of behavioral health professionals who share a passion for improving patient outcomes. The virtual clinic setting means that our interactions are facilitated via secure video calls, allowing for meaningful engagement with patients while adhering to confidentiality and compliance standards.

• Conduct assessments with patients through virtual teletherapy sessions, utilizing a video-based platform.
• Perform thorough mental health evaluations, documenting medical histories and mental status examination findings to develop a clear understanding of each patient’s needs.
• Create and execute individualized behavioral health treatment plans, regularly assessing and adapting these plans based on treatment outcomes.
• Provide evidence-based therapeutic support during one-on-one sessions, engaging patients in holistic care routines that address both emotional and psychological aspects of their well-being.
• Maintain accurate and secure records of sensitive patient information, ensuring that examination results, medical histories, and therapeutic notes are meticulously documented and compliant with healthcare regulations.
• Actively engage in continuous professional development to incorporate the latest evidence-based practices into your therapeutic approach.

The mental health counselor will work primarily with a diverse range of clients presenting various mental health challenges. Our patient population includes individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and other behavioral health concerns. You will play a crucial role in guiding them towards recovery and wellness through tailored interventions and support that respect their unique backgrounds and circumstances.

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Art Therapy, Psychology, or a related field is required.
• A current and valid mental health licensure in your state (LCMFT, LMFT, LCPC, or LCSW-C).
• Exemplary interpersonal skills complemented by a strong aptitude for written and oral communication.
• Up-to-date with relevant continuing education and familiarity with best practices in psychosocial interventions.
• Proficient in using electronic clinical systems, and electronic health record (EHR) applications.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English is highly desirable.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role, delivering mental health services.

Ideal candidates will possess experience in a teletherapy setting, demonstrating familiarity with the…