Mental Health Counselor- Limited Permit (MHC-LP) - Remote - job 1 of 2

As a Mental Health Counselor- Limited Permit at Brave Health, your primary responsibilities include providing telehealth outpatient services to clients, conducting comprehensive assessments, developing treatment plans, and partnering with clients to help them achieve their mental health goals. You'll also be part of a supportive team that values continuous learning and adaptation in the rapidly evolving telehealth landscape.

To apply for the Mental Health Counselor- Limited Permit position at Brave Health, you need to hold a Master’s degree in Counseling, a valid Limited Permit LMHC in New York, and at least 6 months of therapy or assessment experience. Additionally, fluency in Spanish is a plus, but being comfortable with technology and maintaining a safe work-from-home space are also essential for success in this role.

Brave Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for their Mental Health Counselor- Limited Permit role, including a W2 full-time position, internal supervision, a flexible Monday to Friday schedule, and a salary range of $63,000-$66,000 based on experience. Additionally, they encourage bilingual candidates with Spanish proficiency, providing extra compensation for those individuals.

Absolutely! Brave Health operates 100% remotely, allowing you to provide essential services from your own home. This flexibility offers you an excellent work-life balance while helping to expand access to mental health care through their innovative telehealth program.

As a Mental Health Counselor- Limited Permit at Brave Health, it's crucial to maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance by creating a private workspace at home and using secure telehealth technologies approved by the organization. The training and internal supervision provided will also equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to uphold these critical standards.

A great answer would illustrate personal motivation and connection to the field. Focus on experiences that shaped your desire to help others, share relatable stories, and how these influences inspire your approach to counseling.

Discuss your methods for collaborating with clients to understand their goals and needs. Highlight your reliance on comprehensive assessments, ensuring that treatment plans are personalized and adaptable to clients' progress.

Share a specific case that demonstrates your problem-solving skills and resilience. Focus on your strategies for building trust, using evidence-based practices, and your dedication to client success.

Emphasize your comfort and experience with using telehealth platforms, data management systems, and other technologies that aid in providing quality care. Discuss how technology enhances your efficiency and client outreach.

Illustrate your self-care practices, professional boundaries, and support systems you utilize to maintain mental wellness. This would highlight your commitment to personal health, which is crucial in the counseling profession.

Discuss your understanding of HIPAA regulations and the specific practices you have in place to protect client information. Include examples of how you create a secure environment for virtual sessions.

Share specific experiences that highlight your ability to work effectively with clients from various cultural backgrounds. Showcase any relevant training, workshops, or personal experiences that enhanced your cultural competency.

Talk about your flexible approach to therapy, incorporating varied techniques suited for individual client circumstances. Highlight your willingness to learn and adapt based on client feedback and progress.

Focus on trust, empathy, active listening, and authenticity as vital components. Share how you foster these elements in sessions to create a safe space for clients to open up.

Express your alignment with Brave Health's mission to increase access to quality mental health services. Highlight any passions for innovative care models and your enthusiasm for making a tangible difference in the communities served.