Licensed Clinician - (LCSW, LPC, LMFT) - Bridgewater, VA

Benefits

• 5 weeks of paid time off (including personal, sick, CME & holidays)
• Full benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, and 401k
• Competitive compensation package
• Flexibility & autonomy – all the perks of a private practice without the hassle of managing a back office
• Ongoing education through workshops, one‑on‑one or small‑group sessions, and weekly Coding Corner updates
• A fun and diverse culture that fosters building relationships across the organization
• Support from MPAC to ensure a healthy work/life balance
• Opportunities for long‑term career growth in a rapidly expanding company

Job Overview

The autonomous nature of the Licensed Clinician role lets clinicians function like a private practice without the hassle of managing a back office. Clinicians work within a 40‑hour work week, with the majority of time clinically focused and the remainder dedicated to patient documentation and facility correspondence. The role is on‑site, providing care to residents and their families, and serving as a lead member of an interdisciplinary team of physicians and nurse practitioners to address emotional, social, and psychological needs. Clinicians control their own caseload, schedule, and ultimately, their compensation.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial assessments for residents
• Utilize psychotherapy to address mental health issues and offer ongoing support
• Maintain all documentation requirements and stay current on Medicare and commercial insurance plans
• Spend the majority of time in direct clinical care, with additional time for documentation and facility correspondence
• Serve as an on‑site clinical provider for residents and families
• Act as a lead member of an interdisciplinary team of physicians and nurse practitioners
• Manage personal caseload, schedule, and compensation

Requirements

• Entrepreneurial spirit with strong medical knowledge and understanding of CMS, Medicare, and Medicaid documentation; nursing home or hospital facility experience
• Master’s degree and a valid LCSW, LMFT, or LPC license in the state of practice
• Minimum two years of counseling and therapy experience
• Ability to work collaboratively as a team member with a positive attitude
• Demonstrated knowledge of mental health diagnoses and therapeutic approaches
• Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, including other MPAC providers
• Strong communication skills to foster open dialogue with facility staff, regional clinical managers, patients, families, and other stakeholders
• High level of organization to manage patient needs, document effectively, and meet residents’ mental health needs
• Comfort with the ever‑changing environment of a skilled nursing facility
• Knowledge of Medicare benefits and commercial insurance plans
• Experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in nursing homes
• Passion for working with older adults
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Experience in the nursing home space is a plus

Mission

At MPAC Healthcare, we are building a company to thrive in tomorrow’s healthcare system. With a focus on purposeful, quality care, our comprehensive services are raising the standard in post‑acute medicine. Our vision is to transform how healthcare is delivered to the aging population.