Master's Level Mental Health Clinician

Mhrcflorida; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Mhrcflorida in Jacksonville, Florida, is seeking a full-time Clinician to provide clinical services at the Comprehensive Services Center. The role involves conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and delivering individual, group, and family therapy. Candidates should hold a Master’s degree in Social Work or a related field and have relevant experience. This position operates Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, and is vital for supporting individuals with mental illness in the community.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a Master’s degree in Social Work or a related Human Services field with 30 hours in human behavior.
• 6 months experience working with individuals with mental illness is required.
• Valid Florida State Registered Intern required within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provides individual, group, and family therapy related to functional, social, personal, and recreational skills.
• Completes intake procedures to facilitate services.
• Assesses and monitors for risk and symptoms of trauma, abuse, and neglect.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Crisis management

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Benefits/Perks

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 403b
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• MHRC offers assistance with Clinical Supervision hours for Masters Level Registered Interns in full-time positions

Company Overview

Mental Health Resource Center is a not-for-profit Florida corporation that provides a wide range of mental health and behavioral health care services to the community such as 24-hour emergency services, inpatient psychiatric services for children, adolescents, and adults as well as outpatient services such as medication management, case management, and counseling.

Job Summary

The Clinician provides clinical services to individuals served in the Comprehensive Services Center (CSC), conducts assessments on individuals presenting to the CSC to determine the appropriate level of care, and coordinates access to the level of care by developing a treatment plan in partnership with the individual served. The Clinician provides individual, group, and family therapy related to functional, social, personal, and recreational skills and ensures completeness of clinical records by developing and updating comprehensive documentation in a timely, accurate manner.

Responsibilities

• Provides individual, group, and family therapy related to functional, social, personal, and recreational skills to individuals receiving services.
• Completes intake procedures to facilitate the acquisition of CSC services and community services.
• Facilitates symptom management through periodic monitoring and assessment.
• Completes mental health status exams on individuals in crisis. If licensed, provides assistance in patient emergencies and completes professional certificates for individuals meeting inpatient admission criteria.
• Maintains current knowledge of the Florida Baker Act Statutes 394, new forms, procedures, etc.
• Collaborates with team and participates in consultations with Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, and supervisor.
• Assesses and monitors for risk, symptoms of trauma, abuse, and neglect and uses appropriate reporting mechanisms.
• Develops, maintains, and updates clinical records in a timely manner and in accordance with departmental and records management policies.
• Completes comprehensive psychosocial assessments at the time of admission and on an ongoing basis.
• Collaboratively develops a strengths-based treatment plan with the individual served with input from family members, service providers, and significant others. Collaboratively completes treatment plan reviews and monitors and documents progress or lack of progress in meeting treatment goals.
• Maintains current, accurate, and comprehensive information in each record to include all activities, contacts, and communications on behalf of the individual served.
• Assists with delivering services at other sites or programs due to staff absences or vacancies.

Qualifications

• In order to be considered, candidates must have a Master’s degree in Social Work or a related Human Services field from an accredited university or college (a related Human Services field is defined as one in which 30 hours of coursework includes the study of human behavior and development) and 6 months experience working with individuals with mental illness required.
• Experience working with adults with a chronic mental illness is preferred.
• Valid Florida State Registered Intern (IMH, ISW, or IMT) required within 90 days of employment.
• State of Florida license as LMHC, LCSW, or LMFT preferred.
• Clinician candidates are required to make sound decisions independently on a daily basis, including but not limited to recognizing risks and emergencies and responding appropriately. In addition, the ideal candidate will enjoy a fast-paced environment and know that what they do positively impacts the community. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are also required. Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office Programs, external email, and the use of the Internet.

Position Details

Full Time: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm.

Renaissance Behavioral Health Systems and Mental Health Resource Center are Equal Opportunity Employers. Background screening and clearance through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse is required for all positions: https://info.flclearinghouse.com