Clinical Therapist - Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)

FHEHealth (“FHE”); Deerfield Beach (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FHE Health in Deerfield Beach, FL seeks a Clinical Therapist for its Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). You will deliver biopsychosocial assessments, develop treatment plans, and facilitate groups and individual counseling, coordinating care with a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires a Master’s degree in a behavioral health field, Florida licensure (LCSW/LMHC), and at least two years of clinical experience. Proficiency with EHR and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work or mental health counseling is required.
• Current Florida LCSW or LMHC licensure (or applicable state license) is required.
• Minimum of two years of clinical behavioral health treatment experience.
• Experience facilitating group therapy.
• Knowledge of co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
• Strong crisis intervention and de-escalation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with EHR systems.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate 3–5 therapeutic groups per week.
• Provide individual counseling for clients entering IOP level of care.
• Conduct family counseling when appropriate.
• Complete LOCUS assessments to support care decisions.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans.
• Coordinate care with psychiatrists and primary care providers.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in the EHR.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Group therapy

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Communication

Treatment planning

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work / Mental Health Counseling

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

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Clinical Therapist - Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)

Full Time Professional Deerfield Beach, FL, US

Join Our Team as a Clinical Therapist IOP at FHE Health!

About Us

FHE Health ("FHE") is a nationally recognized behavioral healthcare institution that delivers quality, medically integrated personalized treatment for those suffering from Behavioral Health Disorders. We specialize in addictive disorders and other behavioral health diagnoses such as mood disorders, depression , anxiety , and traumatic disorders . We employ a team of highly qualified, compassionate individuals who share in the desire to serve this vulnerable population. We provide innovative treatment by creating an environment that promotes healing and optimized learning.

FHE Health is a facility licensed by both the Department of Children and Families (DCF) and the Agency for Healthcare Administration (AHCA). We are accredited by both the JOINT Commission and the Commission of Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)

We are members of the National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP), and Deerfield Beach’s Best Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Center. We are not conventional; we are at the forefront of a medically integrated, modern, scientific, and technological approach to behavioral health and addiction treatment, delivering progressive services not seen in the behavioral health market.

As an eight-time "Top Workplace" award winner, we take pride in offering an innovative and collaborative work culture where compassion meets excellence.

Who We're Looking For

The IOP Clinical Therapist provides comprehensive behavioral health services to adults participating in an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). The therapist is responsible for conducting biopsychosocial assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, facilitating group and individual therapy, coordinating care, and ensuring documentation meets regulatory, accreditation, and payer requirements. The therapist collaborates with a multidisciplinary treatment team to promote recovery, symptom stabilization, relapse prevention, and successful transition to lower levels of care.

What You'll Do

• Facilitate 3–5 therapeutic groups per week.
• Provide individual counseling for clients transitioning into IOP level of care.
• Conduct family counseling when appropriate.
• Complete LOCUS assessments to support level-of-care determinations.
• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial and risk assessments.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans.
• Facilitate psychoeducational, process, DBT, CBT, trauma-informed, relapse prevention, and skills-based groups.
• Provide weekly individual therapy sessions and family sessions as clinically indicated.
• Complete crisis intervention and suicide risk assessments utilizing evidence-based tools.
• Monitor client progress and determine medical necessity for continued treatment.
• Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings.
• Coordinate care with psychiatrists, primary care providers, referral sources, and community agencies.
• Prepare discharge summaries and continuing care plans.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation within the electronic health record.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, state licensing regulations, accreditation standards, and organizational policies.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical supervision.
• Maintain professional licensure and continuing education requirements.

What You Need

• Master’s degree in social work, Mental Health Counseling, or closely related behavioral health field.
• Current Florida licensure as an LCSW or LMHC (or applicable state license if outside Florida).
• Minimum of two years of clinical experience providing behavioral health treatment.
• Experience facilitating group therapy.
• Knowledge of co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
• Strong crisis intervention and de-escalation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Electronic Health Records (EHR).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or closely related behavioral health field.
• Experience in PHP, IOP, Residential, or Acute Care settings.
• Knowledge of LOCUS and ASAM Criteria, 4th Edition.
• Experience with Joint Commission standards.
• Experience working with diverse adult populations.