Mental Health Therapist

Company: Valera Health
Location: Newark
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

Valera Health is a best-in-class tele-mental health service company that uses digital technology to deliver high-quality and culturally appropriate behavioral healthcare. Why Valera? We know how critical having access to quality mental health care is. We envision a world where people are able to receive the help they need from anywhere, and it starts with Valera Health. At Valera Health, we practice complete care and believe that great care happens when we work together. We employ a comprehensive care approach that combines therapy and medication management with overall wellness promotion. We make sure our patients are supported between visits with personalized tools and resources and an easy way to reach out for help. Our team works together to provide treatment that is comprehensive, coordinated, and tailored to patients. Watch to learn more about Valera Health here! Therapist, Contract/Part-time employment status is W-9/1099 between 12-29 hours per week. Responsibilities of Therapist: Rendering evidence-based therapeutic treatment to patients Providing an array of mental health services to promote individualized patient recovery primarily through tele-health video or telephone Conducting intakes, individual, group, and family therapy when applicable Providing mental health assessments, counseling, referrals, and intervention services Completing and maintaining documentation in a timely and accurate manner and according to Federal, State and company guidelines Qualifications of a Therapist: Required: LCSW, LPC and/or state equivalent of independent license. 1 year of demonstrated psychotherapy experience using evidence-based treatment 1 year of experience with documenting and treatment planning within an EMR Access to a computer, webcam, reliable internet connection and private, quiet space for sessions Preferred: Bilingual in Spanish or Chinese Two years of experience providing clinical supervision (for those interested in a supervisory role) Prior tele-health or remote experience Reliable self-starter who is able to work independently and also as part of a team Strong engagement and assessment skills to work with a diverse range of patients Fair work deserves fair wages, we at Valera support wage-transparency and value this role at between $35-$60 depending on completed visits. $35 30 min $50 45 min $60 60 min Valera Health Mission Statement: To provide compassionate mental healthcare to those who need it the most, when they need it the most. Valera Health Values: Follow the data, embrace change, and adapt purposefully Build an authentic, inclusive, and engaged community Collaborate and work as a team Invest in our team members and their development Incorporate diversity and equity every step of the way Treat others with dignity and operate with integrity Be part of our mission! We are very proud of the work that we do and it takes a great team to make it happen! If you are interested in one of our open positions, we'd love to start the conversation. We hire people from all backgrounds because that's what it takes to build a team that can reach and support those in need of high-quality behavioral healthcare. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Employment Type: Contract Years Experience: 1 - 3 years Salary: $35 - $60 Hourly Bonus/Commission: No

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