Mental Health Therapist

Youth Opportunity Investments, LLC

Brooksville (FL)

On-site

USD 54,000 - 66,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) match

PTO & holidays

Rx delivery

Tuition reimbursement

EAP

Professional development

Job summary

Youth Opportunity Investments, LLC in Brooksville, FL is hiring a Mental Health Therapist to join our Clinical Services team at Brooksville Youth Academy. You will provide direct clinical care, support youth during treatment, and collaborate with staff to stabilize residents.

The role requires a Master’s degree in counseling or related field, experience with youth, and the ability to pass background checks. We offer benefits, professional development, and a mission-driven work environment.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, rehabilitation, special education, or a related human services field.
Two years’ experience with children with serious emotional disturbances or substance abuse preferred (experience preferred but not required with a qualifying degree).
Ability to pass background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

Coordinate individualized mental health and substance abuse treatment plans.
Provide ongoing evaluation, assessment, and counseling to youth and families under clinical supervision.
Facilitate individual, group, and family therapy.
Document treatment progress through weekly notes, treatment plans, reviews, and aftercare planning.
Develop discharge and aftercare plans for youth.
Assess family dynamics and implement intervention strategies as appropriate.
Collaborate with leadership to support compliance and performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Counseling skills

Education

Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, rehabilitation, or related field

Job description

Mental Health Therapist – Youth Behavioral Health

Location: Brooksville, Florida - Brooksville Youth Academy
Department: Clinical Services
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: $60,000

About Youth Opportunity & Brooksville Youth Academy

Youth Opportunity’s Brooksville Youth Academy is a 72-bed Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility serving adolescent males ages 13–17. The program delivers trauma-informed mental health and substance abuse treatment in a structured therapeutic environment. Youth participate in individual, family, and group therapy, restorative justice programming, life skills development, vocational prep, and enrichment activities such as art, music, recreation, yoga, and equine therapy. Services are provided 24/7 in small group living units to support emotional stabilization and successful community reintegration. Length of stay varies based on progress toward individualized treatment goals.

Position Summary – Mental Health Therapist Job in Brooksville, FL

We are hiring a Mental Health Therapist to join our clinical team in Brooksville, Florida. This role is ideal for a therapist passionate about working in youth behavioral health, juvenile care, or residential treatment. You’ll be responsible for providing direct clinical care, supporting mental health needs, and helping stabilize youth during their treatment process.

Mental Health Therapist Job Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with up to 4% employer match with Immediate Vesting
Paid time off (PTO) and holidays – Earn 4 hours of PTO every pay period
Free RX delivery on most medications
Tuition reimbursement and professional development
Robust Employee Assistance Program
Supportive, mission-driven work environment

Why Join Youth Opportunity?

Be part of a team making a difference in the lives of vulnerable youth
Gain experience in a growing field of youth mental health and residential care
Work in a secure, structured, and supportive treatment environment
Develop your skills through training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities

Mental Health Therapist Responsibilities

Coordinate the implementation of individualized mental health and substance abuse treatment plans
Provide ongoing evaluation, assessment, and counseling to youth and families under clinical supervision
Facilitate individual, group, and family therapy
Document treatment progress through weekly notes, treatment plans, reviews, and aftercare planning
Develop discharge and aftercare plans for youth
Assess family dynamics and implement intervention strategies as appropriate
Collaborate with leadership to support compliance and performance improvement initiatives

Other Duties Include

Participate in daily activities and routines with youth and direct care staff
Maintain a high standard of role model behavior for youth
Complete required training and professional development activities
Report incidents or conditions suggesting inappropriate conduct or safety concerns
Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, rehabilitation, special education, or a related human services field
Two years’ experience working with children with serious emotional disturbances or substance abuse concerns preferred (experience preferred but not required with a qualifying degree)
Ability to pass background check and drug screen

Preferred Experience

Group therapy facilitation techniques
Strong clinical judgment and organizational skills
Experience working with youth in residential or challenging settings

Physical Demands

Must be in good physical health and emotionally stable. Must be able to actively engage with youth, transport clients, and participate in physical interventions if needed. Free of communicable diseases as defined by the state. Must pass evaluation of physical techniques and written certification exam.

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