Gut-Brain Therapist
Wix
part-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Texas • United States
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Salary
💰 $40 - $80 per hour
About the role
- Implement SideBy Care’s Gut-Brain therapy program, as part of an integrated team, to help clients with functional GI disorders/Disorders of Gut-Brain Interaction (DGBI) to reduce their symptoms by adjusting their attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors, and develop new coping strategies to manage stress
- Apply gut-directed psychotherapy interventions (primarily CBT and ACT) and other therapeutic interventions as needed via Telehealth appointments according to SideBy Care’s GI-specific protocols
- Assess client eligibility for SideBy Care program participation given its unique holistic approach and virtual delivery model
- Collaborate with medical providers, GI-focused dietitians, and company leadership to build and maintain a cohesive, client-focused environment
- At times, provide education related to the provision of gut-brain interventions to partnered medical providers, client support groups, and community education forums when applicable
- Assist in creating client education materials
- Maintain clinical knowledge in an evolving healthcare environment
- Document appropriately and in a timely manner in SideBy Care’s electronic medical record (EMR) system
- Serve as a strong client advocate and a role model for quality client care
- Engage in continuous education for functional GI disorders/DGBI to stay informed about the latest treatment modalities
- Identify and suggest opportunities for improvement that ensure client safety and quality outcomes
- Prioritize flexibility in your “virtual clinic” schedule to maximize client access to appointments, collaborate with other care team members, and meet productivity targets
Requirements
- Masters degree in Counseling or a related field from an accredited institution (required)
- Active mental health license in Texas
- Must have an NPI
- CAQH Login (preferred)
- 3+ years experience in the direct delivery of evidence-based therapies (CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, etc.)
- Applicants without direct experience in providing gut-brain therapies may be considered if they have strong skills in applying CBT and/or ACT protocols for other medical conditions as well as very strong understanding in the gut-brain connection (the ability to explain this to clients is a core skill)
- Knowledge of key psychological diagnostic and therapeutic principles, practices, and techniques
- Strong understanding of the GI system, gut-brain connection, and basic knowledge of the primary treatments for functional GI disorders/DGBI
- Up-to-date knowledge of regulatory and licensing requirements, including documentation standards, coding, billing and use of medical terminology
- Demonstrates interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and compassionately with clients, doctors, and team members
- Proficient in Google Suite/Workspace, at least one electronic medical record (EMR) system, Zoom (or a comparable remote platform for Telehealth), and Slack
Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Flexible scheduling options to support work-life balance
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive team environment
- Training on Telehealth best practices and platform optimization
- Potential opportunities for home office enhancements (as needed, upon request)
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
CBTACTMotivational Interviewinggut-directed psychotherapyevidence-based therapiespsychological diagnostic principlestherapeutic techniquesunderstanding of GI systemgut-brain connectiondocumentation standards
Soft skills
interpersonal skillsclient advocacycompassionate communicationcollaborationflexibilityeducation provisionclient-focused environmentcontinuous educationproblem identificationquality improvement
Certifications
Masters degree in Counselingactive mental health license in Texas