Therapist

Job Summary:

The Therapist provides assessment, treatment planning, and individual, couples, family and group counseling to clients through the use of a variety of therapeutic interventions with the goal of promoting mental health, recovery and wellness

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Provide comprehensive assessment and treatment planning as appropriate to the clinical setting.

· Provide individual, couples, family and group counseling as appropriate to the clinical setting.

· Ensure treatment is individualized, appropriate and culturally competent.

· Ensure all clinical duties are performed confidentially, ethically and in accordance with state, federal, agency and licensing requirements.

· Ensure clinical documentation is maintained confidentially, accurately and in accordance with state, federal, agency and licensing requirements.

· Maintain billing records that are accurate and up-to-date on a daily basis.

· Participate in team meetings’, staffing’s and case presentations as deemed appropriate.

· Facilitate referrals to community resources and ensure proper documentation.

· Acts as a linkage between the agency and community partners.

Education and Experience Requirements:

· A Bachelors Degree in behavioral health, human service or related field is required.

· Two years relevant experience preferred.

· Experience in social service environment preferred.

· A valid Florida driver’s license and a good driving record are required.

· Must have CFAR or FAR certification in order to bill for assessment services.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

· Must have knowledgeable of 65D-30 standards.

· Must have the ability to counsel clients.

· A valid Florida driver’s license and a good driving record are required. Must be able to provide own transportation.

· Must be eligible for Level 2 DCF Background Screening approval. Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

· Computer competency required.

· Must possess excellent organizational skills.

· Must have the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.

· Experience in a social service environment is preferred.

· Ability to interact with people from diverse cultural, economic and ethnic backgrounds. Ability to set appropriate boundaries and limits with clients.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,760 - $85,508