Licensed Clinical Social Worker / Licensed Mental Health Therapist

Status: Part-Time (Remote)
Schedule: Bi-Weekly Virtual Meetings + Treatment Plan Reviews
Location: JER Health Group – Polk County, FL
Reports To: Administrator / Clinical Director

Position Summary

The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) provides remote clinical oversight for a Level 4 Residential Treatment Facility (RTF). This position is responsible for reviewing and signing off on treatment plans for up to five (5) residents, ensuring clinical appropriateness and adherence to AHCA Level 4 RTF requirements.

This is a low-volume, remote role that requires bi-weekly virtual meetings (30–45 minutes) with the Administrator to discuss resident progress and any updates to treatment goals. The clinician may additionally provide billable therapy services to residents if desired; however, the primary responsibility is treatment plan oversight.

Required Review Frequency (AHCA Level 4 RTF Standards)

• Initial treatment plan: Completed within 5 days of admission.

• Ongoing treatment plan reviews: Must be reviewed and updated every 30 days.

• The LCSW/LMHC must sign and date all monthly treatment plan updates.

• All documentation must follow AHCA guidelines for Level 4 Residential Treatment Facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, approve, and sign off on monthly treatment plans for up to five (5) residents.

• Ensure treatment plans meet AHCA clinical requirements and reflect accurate, individualized goals.

• Participate in bi-weekly virtual meetings (30–45 minutes) to discuss resident progress, treatment outcomes, and any changes to the plan of care.

• Provide clinical recommendations when necessary to support treatment goals, behavioral stabilization, and resident well-being.

• Maintain proper clinical documentation and timely electronic signatures.

• Optionally provide individual or group therapy sessions to residents (therapist may bill independently for these services).

• Maintain compliance with all state licensing standards and ethical guidelines.

• Communicate any urgent clinical concerns to the Administrator promptly.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active Florida license:

  • LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT (in good standing)

• Experience working with behavioral health, adult residential treatment, or community-based care preferred.

• Strong understanding of treatment planning, clinical documentation, and AHCA behavioral health requirements.

• Ability to work independently and remotely with consistent communication.

• Comfortable using electronic health records or digital document systems.

Workload & Expectations

• 5 treatment plans total (monthly review & signature).

• Bi-weekly meeting: 30–45 minutes, virtual.

• No case management, crisis response, or on-site duties required.

• Flexible schedule; majority of tasks done asynchronously.

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