BHCM-LMHC/LCSW Boca & Boynton

Key Responsibilities

• Provide psychotherapy using evidence-based interventions appropriate for post-acute and long-term care residents.
• Deliver behavior therapy and supportive interventions to address mood, cognitive, and behavioral symptoms.
• Carry out psychological and behavioral assessments to support diagnosis, care planning, and treatment goals.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, therapy, social services, and interdisciplinary team members to support integrated behavioral health care.
• Participate in care planning meetings as needed and communicate treatment recommendations clearly to facility teams.
• Coordinate with internal PHA providers to support continuity of psychiatric and psychological care.
• Complete accurate, timely documentation within the EHR in accordance with PHA policies, billing requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Follow all AHCA, DCF, CMS, and Florida practice guidelines relevant to psychological and behavioral health care.
• Maintain ethical practice standards, confidentiality, and HIPAA compliance at all times.
• Provide crisis assessment and intervention, including managing acute changes in mental status, suicidality, aggression, or behavioral disturbances.
• Follow appropriate procedures for risk management, safety planning, and Baker Act protocols when indicated.
• Provide consultation and guidance to facility staff to enhance understanding of mental health conditions, behavioral strategies, and patient care approaches.
• Participate in staff education initiatives as requested.

Qualifications

• Doctoral or master’s degree in psychology, counseling, or social work from an accredited institution.
• Licensure: Active Florida independent license as one of the following: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LCMH).
• Minimum of two years of clinical experience in behavioral health.
• Experience working with geriatric, medically complex, or post-acute care populations preferred.
• Experience with behavioral or cognitive interventions, crisis response, and interdisciplinary collaboration preferred.
• Proficiency in evidence-based therapeutic approaches (CBT, supportive therapy, solution-focused therapy, etc.).
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of interdisciplinary care models within skilled nursing and long-term care environments.
• Familiarity with value-based care principles and outcome-driven clinical practices.
• Proficiency with EHR documentation and digital communication tools.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated cultural competence and ability to work effectively with diverse patient and facility populations.