About This Role
This remote, telehealth contractor position offers a compassionate and dedicated Christian Counselor the opportunity to help individuals heal emotionally and spiritually through a Christ-centered approach. You will provide mental health support rooted in Christian principles, integrating faith-based counseling with evidence-based therapeutic practices.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and intake interviews to understand clients' needs and develop tailored treatment plans aligned with clinical documentation standards
- Provide individual, group, and family counseling sessions utilizing evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused therapy, solution-focused therapy (SFT), and Christian counseling techniques
- Implement crisis intervention strategies to support clients experiencing acute emotional distress or emergencies, ensuring safety and stability
- Integrate spiritual guidance with clinical approaches to address clients' emotional and spiritual well-being effectively
- Maintain accurate and confidential medical records following HIPAA regulations and clinical documentation standards using EMR/EHR systems
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field; licensure or board-certified certification preferred
- Proven experience working with children, youth, or individuals with disabilities in clinical or outpatient settings
- Strong knowledge of psychotherapy modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, art therapy, dance therapy, and trauma-focused approaches
- Familiarity with ICD coding systems (ICD-9/ICD-10) for diagnostic evaluation and treatment planning
- Experience conducting comprehensive mental health assessments via telehealth using the SimplePractice platform
- Ability to manage crisis situations effectively while demonstrating excellent communication skills and cultural sensitivity
- Knowledge of medical terminology, clinical documentation standards, HIPAA compliance, and ethical guidelines for mental health professionals
- Skills in case management, behavior management techniques, patient care coordination, and client communication are essential
Nice to have:
- Passionate about ministry and mental health
- Warm, empathetic, and spiritually grounded
- Desires to be part of a growing Christian practice
Important Details
- Schedule: 20 to 30 hours per week, flexible
- Locations: Florida (required)
About the Company
We are a growing faith-based counseling practice.