Community-Based Contract Mental Health Therapist-Jacksonville, FL
Full Time • Jacksonville
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Training & development
- Wellness resources
Step-by-Step Behavioral Health seeks a compassionate and skilled Outpatient Therapist to provide insight-oriented, cognitive-behavioral, or supportive therapy interventions to individuals and families. This role involves delivering high-quality mental health counseling services to children, adolescents, adults, and families in various settings, including communities, schools, and homes.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct therapy sessions in community, school, and home settings.
- Perform a wide variety of therapeutic activities as directed by the Clinical Director.
- Maintain ongoing chart audits to ensure compliance and quality assurance of services provided.
- Utilize motivational interviewing and provide stage-appropriate interventions.
- Demonstrate proficiency in utilizing community resources for supportive services and discharge planning.
- Serve as a liaison for clients, families, referral sources, and other social service agencies.
- Provide mental health counseling to children, adolescents, adults, and families.
- Deliver various therapeutic services, including individual, family, and group therapy, therapeutic behavioral on-site services, and psychosocial assessments.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team to formulate and review individualized treatment plans.
- Coordinate discharge planning to ensure smooth transitions for clients.
- Ensure documentation, reports, and records meet State, Federal, Regional, and departmental standards and requirements, with clear, organized, and timely progress notes documented in EMR (Electronic Medical Record).
- Work effectively with culturally diverse groups and individuals experiencing psychiatric and mental health disorders, dual diagnosis, and those in stressful situations.
- Uphold Step-by-Step Behavioral Health's vision, mission, goals, and objectives in all day-to-day activities.
Requirements:
- Education: Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
- (Preferred) Licensure: Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or a Registered Intern with the State of Florida.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience providing substance abuse or mental health counseling in an outpatient setting.
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Skills:
- Computer literacy and proficiency with online applications, email, and the internet.
- Strong written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of community resources and discharge planning.
- Demonstrated understanding of Medicaid requirements and DSM-IV/DSM-5.
- Other Requirements: Must have a valid Driver’s License.
Work Environment:
- The role involves providing services (in the field) in various community settings, including homes and schools.
Join Our Team:
Step-by-Step Behavioral Health is committed to providing high-quality, professional, and ethical care. We are looking for dedicated individuals who share our passion for making a difference in others' lives. We encourage you to apply if you meet the qualifications and are interested in contributing to a dynamic team.
Compensation: $30.00 per hour
Many individuals and families today are struggling to find a healthy balance in their lives. Raising children, working, and maintaining a household can be overwhelming. Let us help you overcome life’s challenges, enabling you to achieve your goals, obtain personal fulfillment, and live your ideal life. The results and successes are unlimited…you can live the life you desire and deserve. We make a difference in the lives of children and families by listening and finding the best way to navigate through their journey with them, step by step.
Goal
Step-By-Step Behavioral Health Services strives to strengthen and empower children, families, communities, and schools by utilizing Integrated quality treatment and services that support social-emotional wellness and growth.
Mission
Step-by-Step Behavioral Health’s mission is to invest in communities and schools by providing quality mental and behavioral health services. It supports assisting children and families in reaching their fullest potential, step by step.
Vision
Our vision is to improve the lives of children and families by offering comprehensive behavioral and mental health services. We will engage in research and collaborative partnerships and hire the best-qualified staff possible, providing them with the necessary training and resources to assist us in our mission.
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