CAT Team Therapist

About Cynet Health & Polk County Initiative

• Cynet Health is a national healthcare staffing and recruitment firm proudly partnering with Polk County, Florida, to support the County's opioid abatement initiative.
• Through this partnership, we help local healthcare and behavioral health organizations recruit qualified professionals to expand access to essential services, strengthen community health, and support individuals and families impacted by substance use disorders.

Shift: Monday through Friday position, 8:30 am - 5:30 pm

Summary:

• The CAT Team Therapist provides community-based therapy and support to individuals with serious mental health needs and their families. Working with a multidisciplinary team, the therapist conducts assessments, develops treatment plans, provides individual, family, and group therapy, and coordinates services to help clients manage symptoms and function successfully in the community.
• The role also includes clinical documentation, travel to clients, and participation in an on-call rotation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy to participants with severe and persistent mental illnesses, including children and adolescents.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop, implement, evaluate, and update individualized treatment plans.
• Provide community-based treatment, rehabilitation, and support services to promote symptom management and daily functioning.
• Educate and support families, advocate for participants’ rights, and respect their treatment preferences.
• Coordinate care with the multidisciplinary CAT team, community agencies, and families.
• Complete timely assessments, progress notes, and clinical documentation in Credible.
• Participate in daily team meetings, treatment plan reviews, and the therapist on-call rotation.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a core behavioral health science or an equivalent master’s program.
• Ability to establish supportive, trusting relationships with individuals experiencing severe and persistent mental illnesses.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and electronic health records.
• Valid Florida driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Completion of all required training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Clinical or rehabilitation experience serving individuals with severe and persistent mental illnesses.
• Experience providing therapy to children and adolescents.

Pay: $45,000.00 - $46,760.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you currently licensed to practice in the state of Florida?
• Are you available for onsite opportunities?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45,000 - $46,760