Licensed Mental Health Professional (Fee-for-Service) Hybrid! in Fitchburg, Massachusetts at Making Opportunity Count Inc

Location: Hybrid, with in-person work required at our Fitchburg location once per month (negotiable)
Department: Counseling Center (Healthcare)
Reports To: Clinical Director

About Making Opportunity Count

Making Opportunity Count’s mission is to empower families to achieve economic security by eliminating barriers and creating opportunities. To alleviate poverty, we deliver a variety of services including childcare, education, workforce development, nutrition, health, and community and housing support.

Position Overview

Making Opportunity Count is seeking a Licensed Mental Health Professional (LICSW, LMHC, or LMFT) to provide outpatient behavioral health counseling on a fee-for-service basis. This role offers full flexibility, with no minimum hours required, making it an excellent opportunity for clinicians seeking supplemental income, hybrid work, or greater control over their caseload.

Candidates who are multilingual are strongly encouraged to apply.

Medicare Billing Requirement

Candidates must be eligible to enroll as Medicare providers under their Massachusetts licensure. If not already credentialed, successful candidates will be required to complete the Medicare enrollment process.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct psychotherapy (individual, family, couples, and/or group) tailored to client needs and consistent with best practice standards
• Collaborate with clients, families, care providers, and staff to ensure high-quality communication and coordination of care
• Participate in clinical team activities, including case consultation, team meetings, and professional development as applicable
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in the electronic health record, including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries
• Work with billing personnel to ensure authorizations and claims are processed appropriately
• Provide crisis intervention as needed
• Uphold all professional, ethical, and regulatory standards

Required Qualifications

• Active licensure in Massachusetts as an LICSW, LMHC, or LMFT
• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Social Work, Counseling, or Marriage and Family Therapy
• Knowledge and experience working with diverse client populations and a wide range of clinical presentations
• Ability to deliver therapy both in-person and via telehealth
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency with electronic health records and telehealth platforms

Compensation

This is a fee-for-service role. Compensation is based on completed sessions and reimbursable services. Rates are competitive and aligned with industry standards.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Making Opportunity Count is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.