Licensed Therapist

Job Purpose

The Licensed Mental or Behavioral Health Therapist (LMHC, LCSW, LMFT) at 26Health provides compassionate, trauma-informed, and culturally competent therapy services to individuals, couples, families, and groups from diverse backgrounds. This role addresses a broad spectrum of client concerns—including trauma, depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, gender dysphoria, relationship issues, parenting, self-esteem, and substance use—through evidence-based, person-centered approaches. The therapist works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver inclusive and affirming care that aligns with 26Health’s mission to foster mental wellness, resilience, and positive change in the communities we serve.

Duties and responsibilities

·      Ensure HIPAA compliance and maintain confidentiality standards within the electronic health records (EHR) system.

·      Utilize evidence-based modalities to address treatment goals and provide symptom self-management tools.

·      Conduct and document biopsychosocial assessments with timely, accurate clinical records.

·      Support clients in developing coping strategies, improving relationships, and gaining self-awareness.

·      Advocate for clients, including making referrals and providing crisis intervention when necessary.

·      Fulfill all legal reporting mandates (e.g., child/elder abuse).

·      Demonstrate cultural competence and trauma-informed care, with a focus on LGBTQ populations.

·      Address co-occurring conditions and substance misuse as appropriate.

·      Facilitate support groups and therapeutic workshops for targeted communities.

·      Stay current on emerging mental health practices through continuing education.

·      Review SAMHSA questionnaires to identify individuals for potential CoCM referral; facilitate follow-up questionnaires.

·      Recommend process or service improvements to enhance care quality and operational efficiency.

·      Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure holistic, person-centered care delivery.

·      Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Knowledge/Skills/Experience

·      Master’s or Doctoral degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related mental health field from an accredited institution.

·      Active, unrestricted Florida license (LMHC, LCSW, or LMFT).

·      Minimum 2 years of clinical therapy experience preferred.

·      Training/certification in at least one specialty (e.g., EMDR, DBT, TF-CBT, IFS, Brainspotting) preferred.

·      Experience with trauma-informed care and culturally competent service delivery.

·      Bilingual in Spanish strongly preferred.

·      Strong interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills.

Working conditions

·      Prolonged periods standing, walking, and/or sitting at a desk and working on a computer may be required. Work may be required in various environments as needed by project/activity.

Physical requirements

·      May require the occasional ability to lift up to 10 pounds.

Direct reports

·      N/A

About Us

26Health is a non-profit 501c3 organization that provides care for underserved and underinsured communities. We started in 2011 with a mission to help transform the healthcare landscape in Central Florida. Today, we are a safe space built on cultural competence that offers access to care to anyone in need - from primary care and mental wellness to adoptions, gender identity support, family services, emotional support, food, and clothing. Our rule is simple: Leave No One Behind.

Additional Information

·      Background screens will be performed, and education will be verified prior to employment.

·      Please be prepared to provide the required information and/or documentation.

·      26Health is a smoke-free workplace, and smoking is prohibited in all enclosed areas of the property.

·      26Health is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.