What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Therapist - First Responder position at The Florida House?
FHE Health boasts a “Best in Class” state-of-the-art inpatient treatment facilities, outpatient and sober living campus’ that promotes a strong sense of community while also providing patients with ongoing access to our multi-disciplinary team and services. We have been voted as “Top Work Places” eight years in a row.
What Are We Looking for?
We are looking for someone who has experience and demonstrated knowledge of addressing the special needs of the First Responder population which includes; Firefighters, Police Officers, EMT’s, Corrections Officers, Military (all branches to include Army, Navy, Air Force, Special OP’s, Coast Guard, etc.), to address presenting problems related to a mental health diagnosis, addictive behaviors, long-term traumatic exposure, cultural barriers and how it relates to various addictions manifesting in these communities.
Or is a former first responder with lived experience. Certification and or licensure is a plus. Works under supervision from the program director and coordinates care as part of the dedicated Shatterproof program with other clinical, medical, support staff, and neuro rehabilitative services.
Benefits of the Clinical Therapist - FHE Health First Responder’s Program
As a full time, Clinical Therapist – First Responder’s Program you will be offered the following benefit options:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Supplemental Life
- Disability
- 401k
- Personal PTO
- Vacation Time
- Employee Assistance Program
Duties and Responsibilities
- Establishes rapport, systematically gathers data, determines the readiness of the individual for treatment and change, and apply accepted criteria for diagnosis of substance use disorders.
- Screens for psychoactive substance toxicity, intoxication and withdrawal symptoms.
- Formulates mutually agreed-upon, measurable treatment goals and objections
- Provides screenings and assessments of new patients for both partial hospitalization and outpatient services
- Devises, completes and documents on a regular basis on the initial treatment plan, master treatment plan, integrated diagnostic summary and treatment plan reviews/updates.
- Shares pertinent information with clinical and medical team as obtained from patient's family, or others as indicated throughout program.
- Provides education to patient/family on community resources
- Facilitates a minimum five (5) clinical group therapy sessions weekly
- Documents in the medical record on an ongoing basis, the assessment of the patient's progress/regress and interventions, and case management referrals provided.
- Recognizes, responds to and assists in psychiatric crisis situations and provides the interventions necessary.
- Communicates any clinical concerns to the Director of Clinical Services
Required qualifications:
- Graduate from an accredited college or university Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or health related field, Master’s Degree preferred. LMHC, LCSW, licensed Psychologist in Florida
- Certifications of advanced training in areas of practice or continued education as it related to First Responder Services
- Current CPR Certification
- Proof of Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Training or must be obtained within 6 months of hire
- Previous work with substance abuse/mental health disorders
- Experience in working with First Responders in a clinical setting.