Location: Buffalo,NY, USA
Counselor IV - Private Practice Model (open opportunities at all clinics)
Consider a Counselor IV Opportunity! Elevate your counseling career with our unique Counselor IV position! Enjoy the flexibility to choose your work setting-fully remote, in-office, or hybrid-while benefiting from all the perks of being an employee of BestSelf Behavioral Health. We offer Paid Time Off, a variety of health, dental, and vision insurance plans, eligibility for student loan forgiveness, plus many more. Experience the freedom of a private practice model Counselor position without the overhead costs-apply today and join a supportive team dedicated to your professional growth!
Discover the benefits of a BestSelf Counselor IV position vs. a Private Practice Counselor below:
BestSelf Counselor IV
Private Practice
FREE Malpractice Insurance
$500-$1,200 yearly
FREE CEUs and trainings
Hundreds of dollars to stay up to date
FREE Electronic Medical Record
$600-$1,200 yearly
FREE Computer & Technology Upgrades
$1,500+ upgrades and HIPAA compliance
FREE Supervision
$1,000-$1,200 yearly in the community
Included scheduling & customer service support
$100-$200 monthly
FREE referrals & marketing
$30-50 per listing, per site, website, business cards, etc.
Group Health Insurance
Market pricing after self-research
Group Life Insurance
Market pricing after self-research
FREE Billing
5-7% of processing claim, plus applying to boards
Coverage for emergencies, crisis calls, vacation
You are the emergency & crisis line!
Consistent salary, paid/taxed as an employee
Dependent on demand/show rates, paid/taxed as an independent contractor
Network of in-house referral services
Consistent follow-up and networking
In-house medication assessment & medical supports
Building own network/following up on referrals/no reimbursement
Paid time off with increase in accrual rates based on years of service
0 Hours
Loan forgiveness and tuition reimbursement programs
None
Company retirement contribution 3-7% of salary
Only what you save
Peace of mind and various supports from BestSelf
Independent in all matters
You can save up to $14,000 per year by becoming a Counselor IV!
Other things to consider: Counselor IV is required to meet a minimum of 750 units (full time) or 375 units (part time) per calendar year, monitored on a quarterly basis. The Counselor IV sets their own hours and coordinates their schedule with the clinic.
Qualifications: Must be fully licensed as an LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT or eligible for full licensure within 6 months of hire date.
Rate of Pay: A Counselor IV with BestSelf is primarily paid per unit of service. In addition, a Counselor IV has a separate administrative rate for paid time off, required trainings, or required meetings. See below for more information.
* Per service unit: $55 (LMSW, MHC-P, MFT-P, CASAC) or $65 (LMHC, LCSW, LMFT)
* Per intake unit: $65 (LMSW, MHC-P, MFT-P, CASAC) or $75 (LMHC, LCSW, LMFT)
* Administrative rate per hour: $36.26 (LMSW, MHC-P, MFT-P, CASAC) or $42.86 (LMHC, LCSW, LMFT)
Other benefits not already mentioned, that you can look forward to:
* Welcoming, team environment, that inspires you to thrive and be your BestSelf!
* Rewarding work experience!
* Many other unique lifestyle & personal insurance options
* Professional license/certification renewal reimbursement
* Career growth and advancement opportunities
* We look forward to telling you more!