Licensed Mental Health Counselor or Psychologist in St. Petersburg, Florida at Psych Health Associates

Job Posting TitleLMHC or Psychologist

Job Description

Locations: St. Pete/Tampa

JOB SUMMARYWe are seeking a licensed LMHC or Psychologist to provide behavioral health services across multiple post-acute care facilities. Responsibilities include conducting daily rounds, assessing and treating patients, collaborating with facility staff, and delivering accurate diagnoses, consultations, education, and follow-up care. This role involves working closely with the Psych division team within the facilities.

Applicants must hold an active Florida license or be a Registered Intern in Florida.

Schedule: Monday–Friday

Employment Type: W2

Hours: Flexible

PRIMARY FUNCTIONSExamine patients and document medical history

Adhere to established charting protocols

Collaborate with Physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive treatment plans

Submit healthcare plans and patient goals for periodic physician review

Educate patients on disease prevention, hygiene, and diet

Refer patients to specialists as needed

Report deaths and contagious diseases in accordance with government regulations

Perform additional duties as assigned

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCEActive and in-good-standing State of Florida license

Must be an LMHC in Florida

Current National Board Certification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIESStrong written, verbal, and electronic communication skills

Demonstrates initiative, creativity, and problem-solving ability

Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues to ensure quality patient care

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONSExperience using electronic medical records (EMR) preferred

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

RELATIONSHIP REPORTINGReports directly to the Supervisory Psychiatric Physician / Executive Director

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSAbility to communicate effectively with patients

Ability to collaborate with colleagues as needed

Ability to operate a computer, printer, and scanner

Ability to sit, stand, or view a computer screen for extended periods

Ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions

Ability to use hands and fingers to handle or feel

Ability to reach with hands and arms