Contract Clinical Therapist II:
LGBTQ+-Focused Licensed Clinical Therapist
Classification: HOURLY, CONTRACTOR
Compensation: $150 per gender-affirming care assessment; paid training offered
Schedule: very Flexible, Mon- Fri 8:30 am-6 pm
Location: remote
Reports to: Clinical Supervisor
Full Spectrum Therapy Mission Statement
To serve and empower the LGBTQ+ community through affirming counseling and care.
Who We Serve
Full Spectrum currently serves over 300 clients, ranging from youth and adolescents to couples and families. Over 90% of our clients are on Medicaid, which means we uniquely serve a population that otherwise may not have access to high-quality gender-affirming mental health services. We offer several therapeutic groups that are formed in response to community need and provider passion; these groups offer our clinicians an opportunity to work together to explore a particular modality (such as somatics or art therapy) or mental health experience (such as social anxiety). While working at Full Spectrum, our clinicians are empowered to continue their professional journeys with our support. Current clinicians have secured continuing education in EMDR, psychedelic integration services, eco therapy, and more!
Full Spectrum Therapy Core Values
Serve the Community: Full Spectrum seeks to empower the LGBTQ+ experience through the advocacy and support of our clients. We aim to have staff who are personally connected to the communities we serve-- It’s not just counseling; it’s personal.
Create Strong Relationships: We believe everyone deserves affirming counseling-- we normalize, understand, and celebrate the LGBTQ+ experience. We care personally for each other—strong, supportive relationships are at the core of our work.
Liberation for All: We know diversity is strength and liberation is vital to good mental health. At Full Spectrum Therapy, diversity, equity, accessibility, and liberation are at the core of all we do. We believe in children’s human rights, including the right to self-determination. We are an accommodations-first employer—individualized, accommodative support is built into our workplace. Our vision is to eliminate mental health stigma by creating awareness and appreciation for mental health care within our team and community.
Quality is Key: Full Spectrum Therapy is committed to investing in quality. We focus on evidence-based practices. We are trauma-informed in all we do. We embrace constructive feedback. We believe treatment starts in the waiting room and aim to create the best atmosphere for our clients and our team. We offer top-of-the-line technology to make telehealth services an excellent experience for both provider and patient.
Job Summary
The Contract Clinical Therapist II focuses solely on providing gender-affirming care assessments for transgender, non-binary, and gender non-conforming community members of all ages and from all racial and ethnic backgrounds. Full Spectrum Therapy will provide 3 paid hours of WPATH-specific training on these assessments, so no prior transgender health experience is needed. Full Spectrum Therapy will also oversee credentialing this contractor with OHP CCOs, provide ongoing Clinical Supervision as needed, and market this service to the community. Timely documentation of clinical services consistent with program standards and relevant OARs is required.
What you’ll do
Complete three paid hours of training on gender-affirming care assessments in alignment with WPATH standards of care.
Provide gender-affirming care assessments to transgender, non-binary, and gender non-conforming youth and adults.
Receive regular paid clinical supervision from an LGBTQ+-focused supervisor dedicated to excellence in client care and your growth and development.
Who we’re looking for
You are committed to improving the lives of LGBTQ+ people
You are as passionate about the work as you are about taking care of yourself as a therapist
You’re a pro at Google Work Suite, Zoom, and Electronic Health Records (or are willing to learn TherapyNotes)
You have strong documentation skills and may have already worked with Medicaid documentation standards
You will be responsive to our requests for information to get you credentialed with OHP CCO’s
You are committed to dedicating up to 10 hours a week to Full Spectrum clients
You are resilient and excellent at receiving and integrating feedback into your work
Duties/Responsibilities
Clinical
Provide quality gender-affirming care assessments to a diverse set of clients. These assessments must be performed in accordance with WPATH Standards of Care, and generally take 2-4 hours (inclusive of all administrative tasks).
Coordinate care with other client providers as needed
Provide referrals and community resources to clients
Examine and apply anti-oppression factors in clinical work
Maintain professional ethical standards
Administrative
Timely documentation of client progress, treatment plans, assessments, diagnoses, and outcomes
Practice mandatory abuse reporting and HIPAA standards
Maintain the clinical record for each client and ensure documentation meets all compliance standards set forth in organization policy and insurance contracts
Accurately report client and clinical contact hours
Utilize various phone and computer technologies
Professional Development
Participate in scheduled, paid clinical supervision/continuing education as required by licensing board and state contracts.
Outreach proactively with questions regarding your assessments, participating in ad hoc supervision conversations and/or email exchanges with our clinical supervisor(s).
Your Experience
Applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications:
Graduate degree in one of the following fields:
Psychology
Art or music therapy
Behavioral science field
Licensed with State of Oregon as LPC, LMFT, LCSW, or Psychologist
Able to pass a criminal background check prior to contract signing
Fluent in English language at clinical level. Preference and pay increase for those with second language fluency at clinical level.
Applicants must have an interest in deepening cultural competence in working with the LGBTQ+ community, as demonstrated by the following:
Basic knowledge of the impacts of oppression and persecution on mental health and daily functioning
Demonstrated skill in trauma-informed care
Demonstrated knowledge and skill in providing evidence-based treatment of mental health disorders
Commitment to learning WPATH Standards of Care and best practices for gender-related needs. Comfort working with the transgender and gender-diverse community.
Personal Qualities
Self-reliant and independent, but able to ask for assistance when needed
Committed to examining counter-transference and power dynamics
Reliable, responsible, and organized with a strong work ethic
Capacity to maneuver grey areas and adapt to contextual needs
Working Conditions
Repetitive motion while providing telehealth sessions may occur. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position's essential functions without compromising client care.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
FST is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we know that diversity is our strength. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability, or any other factor unrelated to the job's essential functions. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the hiring manager before the recruitment close date. If you need accommodation to review the information and/or complete the application process, don't hesitate to get in touch!
NOTE: Active clients of Full Spectrum Therapy or affiliated providers may not begin a professional relationship with Full Spectrum Therapy. By accepting a position with Full Spectrum Therapy, applicants become ineligible for clinical services during their service and after their position ends until all chances of collegial or personal relationships that may impact the person’s counseling have been removed due to professional turnover.
Complete the Full Spectrum Therapy Employment Application, which includes uploading a cover letter and resume. Please indicate that you're applying for the Contract Clinical Therapist II position.