Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMHP)

Title: Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMHP)Clinical Supervisor: Clinical DirectorAdministrative Supervisor: Program AdministratorESSENTIAL DUTIESProvide clinical supervision to non-licensed staff and encourage individual development and proper caseload management.Responsible for program admissions, transitions, and discharges.Responsible for reviewing and determining crisis situations and assigning and prescribing appropriate services for follow-up, when necessary.Complete comprehensive initial psychosocial assessments and assign proper diagnosis. Complete the LOCUS/CALOCUS for all clients.Complete reassessments as required by the state and MCOs.Serve as the leader of the team to develop individual treatment plans with clients.Complete initial authorization request forms for clients, upon admission to the program.Review, lock and sign progress notes. Provide feedback when necessary.Complete clinical reviews as requested or required by CMO(s).Provide Community Psychiatric Supportive Treatment (CPST) to clients who have been assessed and admitted to servicesGather information for re-assessments and ensure appropriate documentation and signatures.Enforce program policies and procedures to ensure agency compliance.Assist physician during medication management appointments when necessary.Be available on-call for clients when needed.Administrative dutiesComplete documentation for assessments and assessment scales within 48 hours of the session.Prepare and write accurate progress notes, progress summaries and other documents related to services provided to the client, submit paperwork for clinical supervisionAttend trainings and meetings as requiredLEVEL OF EDUCATION/TRAINING/QUALIFICATIONSRequires a Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling and be currently licensed as a LPC or LCSW. License must be active and in good standing.Ability to work independently and manage a flexible schedule, with minimal direct supervision.Must possess NPI number and CAQH numberMust register with LAMedicaidMust have excellent organizational and communication skillsAbility to communicate orally and verballyAbility to handle multiple tasks and meet critical deadlines for data entryAbide by agency’s policies and procedures (confidentiality, incident reporting, FWA, code of ethics, non-discrimination)Must possess a valid driver licenseMust be able to diagnose individuals according to DSM standardsMust be able to develop and execute a treatment planMust be able to supervision and instruct non-licensed clinicians appropriatelyAbility to obtain CPR certification within 45 days if position is offeredTRAININGAnnual Agency TrainingOn-going training required by MCOsWORKING CONDITIONSThe LMHP usually work in an office or remote environment, but some services will be/ may be provided in a community-based environment. Travel to homes will/may be required. Telehealth is an approved method of providing services.Job Type: telehealth or in office; Alexandria, Lafayette, or Shreveport; Hourly