Clinical Counselor II - Avalon Center

GCE; Milton (FL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Basic Life and AD&D

Voluntary Term Life

Employer Paid Long Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts and Health

Health Savings Account

Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)

Employee Assistance Program

Accident Insurance

Group Critical Illness Insurance

Individual Short-Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Identity Theft Protection

Employee Discount Program

Teladoc

Job summary

Lakeview Center in Florida seeks a lead behavioral health clinician with a Master’s degree to provide client-centered therapeutic services and mentor staff. This senior role emphasizes assessment, treatment planning, and risk management within a compliant, high-quality care framework.

The position requires advanced knowledge in human services, the ability to lead direct care teams, and adherence to organizational standards. A sign-on bonus and robust benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required and active licensure preferred.
• Two years’ experience in mental health, substance abuse, co-occurring disorders or developmental disabilities.
• Must be able to provide integrated services and obtain CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Therapeutic services include assessment, treatment planning, direct service provision, person-centered services and management of client risk and safety.
• Serve as consultant and mentor to Bachelor’s Level Direct Care staff and Behavioral Technicians.
• Ensure services are documented in compliance with laws, regulations, and standards; lead direct care.

Skills

Lead clinician

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy or related field

Job description

** Sign-on Bonus **

Lakeview Center is a part of the Federal Loan Repayment Program - HRSA.gov

Lakeview Center provides comprehensive behavioral health care to adults and children with mental illnesses, drug and alcohol dependencies and intellectual disabilities. Across Northwest Florida, our services range from residential treatment to outpatient counseling, psychiatry, trauma care, treatments for substance misuse and 24/7 support for those with serious mental illnesses. Learn more at eLakeviewCenter.org.

About LCI with Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Basic Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Term Life
• Employer Paid Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account
• Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Accident Insurance
• Group Critical Illness Insurance
• Individual Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Discount Program
• Teladoc

Overview:

Primary duty is the performance of work requiring advanced knowledge (Master’s degree) in the field of Human Services, and to use such advanced knowledge to consistently exercise discretion and independent judgment in providing the highest quality client-centered therapeutic services. Must also use such advanced knowledge to serve as a consultant and mentor to Bachelor’s Level Direct Care employees and Behavioral Technicians, among other staff. This position is entrusted with a high level of responsibility and insight in treating clients and ensuring services are provided and documented in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, in addition to LCI and division standards. Based on the knowledge and degree required, this position will serve as a lead position in the provision of direct care.

Therapeutic services include but are not limited to, assessment, treatment planning, direct service provision, person centered services and management of client risk and safety.

Role Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy or related field.
• At least two (2) years’ experience working with mental health, substance abuse and/or co-occurring disorders or developmental disabilities.
• Active registration as a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern is preferred.
  OR
• Verification of completion of a Master’s program internship at Lakeview Center, Inc.
  AND
• Must be able to provide individualized, integrated mental health, substance abuse and co-occurring services to meet the needs of individuals served and their families.
• Must be able to obtain (or provide a valid) CPR certification.
• Must be able to pass organization screening requirements, including state or federal background screenings as appropriate.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license from the state in which you reside, a good driving record and be insurable under the corporate policy.

Compensation:

The salary range for this position is $49,056 - $52,890 per year. Salary is based on experience.

LifeView Group, Inc.is an Equal Opportunity employer.Individuals with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Drug Free Workplace Employer, DRUG TESTING REQUIRED.

A Level II background screening is required. For more information, please use the following link. HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration