Qualified Mental Health Professional

At McHur Care, we believe community-based mental health care is purpose-driven work. If you’re energized by helping youth and families build stability in real time—at home, at school, and in the community—this contract role may be a strong fit. We are seeking a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) to deliver Medicaid-aligned behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and families in the Lubbock area. This is a 1099 independent contractor engagement (not employment).

Role Summary (independent Contractor)

You provide direct QMHP services in the field while meeting payer, documentation, and compliance requirements. You maintain independent clinical judgment within the scope of QMHP service delivery standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments, as assigned/appropriate
• Deliver skills training, crisis intervention, medication training support, and case management (as authorized)
• Develop and update crisis/safety plans as clinically appropriate
• Coordinate with caregivers and care partners and participate in treatmentplanning communication as needed
• Provide facetoface services across approved settings (home, school, and community sites)
• Complete timely and accurate documentation required for billing and compliance (progress notes, service records, and related documentation)
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related field (QMHP/QMHPCS eligible)
• Experience supporting children, youth, and/or families preferred
• Comfortable working independently in a fieldbased model
• Strong written documentation skills and ability to meet timelines
• Professional, empathetic communication with clients, families, and partners
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
  
  

COMPENSATION AND CONTRACT STRUCTURE (PER CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT/PLAN)

Base Service Fee (Billable Work)

• $25$28 per approved billable hour (services must be properly documented, coded, and eligible for submission/approval)
  
  

Accelerator Enhancements (Monthly)

• Additional $4 to $9 per billable hour based on total monthly billable hours (tiered accelerator model)
  
  

Mileage Support Payment (Monthly, if offered)

• Flat monthly support based on verified eligible business miles (normal commuting excluded)
• Tiers range from $100 to $800 per month depending on eligible mileage
  
  

Ramp-Up Minimum Pay (Optional, time-limited; if offered)

• Up to 45 days of ramp support may be available when eligibility conditions are met
  
  

Other Incentives (If applicable)

• Client Recruitment Bonus: $50 per new client enrolled with active insurance confirmation
  
  

Important Contractor Notes

• This is a 1099 independent contractor role; benefits are not provided
• Nonbillable administrative time, travel time, and meetings are not separately compensated unless expressly provided under the plan or a signed written statement of work
• Participation in trainings/meetings may be offered; participation is generally voluntary unless otherwise stated
  
  

PAY SCHEDULE (SEMI-MONTHLY)

• Work performed 1st15th is paid on the 22nd
• Work performed 16th31st is paid on the 7th
  
  

SERVICE AREA and PRACTICAL EXPECTATIONS

• Primary coverage: Lubbock and surrounding communities
• Reliable transportation required; field travel between approved service locations is expected
• Earnings are performancedriven based on billable output and documentation quality/timeliness under the accelerator model
  
  

WHY MCHUR CARE

We support the clinicians doing the work. You’ll be part of a mission-driven team with clear expectations and a compensation model designed to reward consistent community-based service delivery.