Licensed Therapist

Acadia Healthcare; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short Term and Long Disability

401(k) retirement savings plan with 회사

FSA and HSA

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Growth Opportunities

Paid time off

8 Paid annual holidays

Job summary

Wellness Resource Center in Florida seeks a full-time licensed therapist to provide individual, group, and family therapy within a behavioral health program. The role emphasizes compassionate care, teamwork, and adherence to discharge planning and safety standards.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities, with a Tuesday–Saturday schedule and a focus on patient-centered outcomes within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling or related field required.
• At least six years of therapy experience, with two+ years in the facility's population.
• State or national licensure for professional therapy providers required.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required.
• First aid certification may be required depending on state or facility.

Responsibilities

• Apply psychotherapeutic techniques and interventions to individuals and families to treat emotional and mental disorders.
• Conduct individual, group or family therapy as part of the treatment plan.
• Perform psychosocial assessment and initial discharge planning.
• Develop initial treatment plan and coordinate additional needed services.
• Maintain therapy documentation and caseload per standards.
• Collaborate with treatment teams and staff to support patient care.
• Provide case management, discharge planning or after-care planning.
• May coordinate activities with families and educate staff on behavior management.

Education

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

Six or more years of experience as a therapist with two+ years in the targeted population

State or national licensure for professional therapy providers

CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification

First aid certification

Job description

Overview

Come join our team as a Full time licensed Therapist, at Wellness Resource Center!We are looking for individuals who are passionate about behavioral health. If you are interested in growth opportunities that are second to none in the industry and making a difference in the lives of people in our community through compassion, this position is right for you!

This is a full-time salaried position with schedule of Tuesday-Saturday

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance


• Life insurance


• Short Term and Long Disability


• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match


• FSA and HSA


• Employee Assistance Program


• Tuition Reimbursement Program


• Growth Opportunities


• Paid time off


• 8 Paid annual holidays

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Apply psychotherapeutic techniques and interventions in the delivery of services to individuals and families for the purpose of treating such diagnosed emotional and mental disorders.


• Conduct individual, group or family therapy as appropriate for the treatment plan of the patient.


• Conduct a psychosocial assessment and develop an initial discharge plan.


• Provide initial treatment planning for patient based on assessment and coordinate any additional services needed and revise as necessary.


• Maintain documentation of therapy services provided to each patient according to facility and professional standards, revising as necessary.


• Maintain a caseload as assigned.


• Participate in treatment team meetings and collaborate with other staff to facilitate services for the patient as appropriate to their treatment plan.


• May provide these services in an inpatient or patient setting.


• Provide case management, discharge planning or after-care planning according to treatment plan.


• May assist in educating and training staff on behavior management or therapeutic crisis intervention.


• May coordinate various clinical, psychosocial or educational activities with patient and their families.


• Evaluate patient's need and determine if referrals to other program or facilities are needed.


• May assist in the training of new clinical staff and interns.


• May coordinate the activities of other clinical and direct patient care personnel, providing direction and clinical guidance.


• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or other therapeutic field is required.


• Six or more years’ experience as a therapist with two or more years’ experience with the specific population of the facility is required.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• State or national licensure for professional therapy providers required.


• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).


• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.

We are committed toprovidingequalemploymentopportunitiestoall applicantsforemploymentregardlessofanindividual’scharacteristicsprotected byapplicable state,federalandlocallaws.

This position requires a Level 2 Background Screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. In accordance with Florida law, employers must provide applicants with direct access to information about the state’s background screening requirements.

To learn more about disqualifying offenses, exemption procedures, and screening timelines, please visit the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) Background Screening Education & Awareness webpage:

https://info.flclearinghouse.com/education-awareness

Applicants are encouraged to review these requirements before applying.

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