Adolescent Primary Therapist — Trauma‑Informed Care Leader

Ambrosia Treatment Center; Port Saint Lucie (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance with no deductible or

Paid time off

Job summary

Ambrosia Behavioral Health in Port Saint Lucie is seeking an Adolescent Primary Therapist to deliver evidence-based clinical care to teens. You will conduct individual, group, and family therapy, align with treatment plans, and coordinate services to support recovery in a compassionate, trauma-informed environment.

This role requires a Master’s degree and Florida licensure or intern status, with 1–2 years of outpatient or hospital experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, or related field.
• Active Florida licensure or registered intern status (RMHCI, RCSWI, LMHC, or LCSW).
• 1–2 years of outpatient, day treatment, residential, or hospital experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of family systems.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to pass a Level 2 background screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent comprehensive clinical care to adolescents.
• Conduct individual, group, and family therapy in accordance with treatment plans.
• Coordinate all services for patient care and assist in crisis intervention.
• Effectively communicate relevant clinical information to the patient, family, group, and staff.
• Complete all documentation according to company and regulatory requirements.
• On-call responsibility on a rotating schedule with all clinicians.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Family systems understanding

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, or related healthcare field

Job description

Ambrosia Behavioral Health in Port Saint Lucie is seeking an Adolescent Primary Therapist to deliver evidence-based clinical care to teens. You will conduct individual, group, and family therapy, align with treatment plans, and coordinate services to support recovery in a compassionate, trauma-informed environment.

This role requires a Master’s degree and Florida licensure or intern status, with 1–2 years of outpatient or hospital experience preferred.