Licensed Independent Social Worker

Brighter Pathways of Ohio is seeking a contracted Licensed LISW, LPCC or IMFT to support our growing youth behavioral health programs. The provider will offer individual therapy to youth ages 5-18, provide clinical supervision to QMHS staff as needed, and will complete diagnostic assessments to begin. This is a 1099 contract hybrid position with flexible scheduling, averaging 20-25 hours per week to start, with potential for additional hours as caseloads grow. $1,000 sign-on bonus after 30 days of employment Pay: Highly competitive, tiered fee-split structure: 80% for diagnostic evaluations ($100+) and 70% fee for psychotherapy sessions ($42/30-min block) Summer Shift Hours (June-Aug) : M-F: 9:00am/10:00 am to 2:00 pm/3:00 pm Afterschool Shift Hours (Sept-May): M-F: 3:00 pm to 7:30 pm Key Responsibilities: Provide individual psychotherapy services (in-person or via telehealth) for youth at our learning center settings (30 min sessions) Provide diagnostic assessments Optimized EHR templates designed to reduce documentation time and allow most Diagnostic Assessments to be completed during or shortly after the session. Review behavioral health assessments (including CANS) Develop and oversee individualized treatment plans Supervise and review documentation from CPST/QMHS support staff Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with Medicaid, OhioMHAS, and agency standards Participate in clinical check-ins or team discussions as needed Qualifications: Active Ohio license as one of the following: LISW (Licensed Independent Social Worker) LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor) IMFT Must have an active Medicaid Provider Number Must have an active NPI (National Provider Identifier) Number Must be credentialed with Medicaid MCOs (Molina, CareSource, United, etc) Must carry and maintain professional liability insurance Experience working with youth in community, school-based, or clinical environments Strong documentation and communication skills Preferred Experience: Experience with OhioRISE and/or CPST-based services (training available) Familiarity with trauma-informed and culturally responsive care Employment Type: Freelance