Residential Therapist

Agape-Network; Sunset Corners (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Agape-Network is seeking a licensed clinical professional to provide individual and family therapy within a residential treatment setting in Florida. The role requires a Master's degree in a related field and at least one year of relevant experience with emotionally disturbed or co-occurring populations.

You will ensure timely assessments, treatment planning, and ongoing documentation while coordinating with supervisors to manage emergencies and maintain regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in related field required.
• One-year experience with severely emotionally disturbed individuals or co‑occurring disorders.
• Must obtain Registered intern status in Florida within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual counseling to assigned caseload weekly.
• Facilitate group therapy sessions at residential level of care.
• Complete Biopsychosocial, Master Treatment Plans, Treatment Plan Reviews, and ancillary documentation within 24 hours.
• Submit state reporting documents (FASAMS) as required.
• Submit progress notes every 24 hours from service date.
• Attend trainings to enhance clinical knowledge and practices.
• Participate in daily meetings to provide progress updates and authorization information.
• Collaborate with Residential Clinical & Intake Supervisor to mitigate emergencies (e.g., Baker Acts, police calls, DCF reports).
• Renew state license and registered intern status when appropriate.
• Provide psychosocial rehabilitation groups weekly.
• Attend clinical supervision regularly as advised.

Skills

Counseling

Group therapy

Documentation

Clinical assessment

Education

Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Mental Health Counseling, or Social Work

Job description

Description

Position Summary:

To provide individual/and or family therapy according to intervention strategies approved by Agape Network, Medicaid, and DCF regulations when deemed medically necessary to be provided residential treatment services to improve to quality of life.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provide individual counseling to assigned caseload on a weekly basis.
2. Facilitate group therapy sessions, as deemed necessary at the residential level of care.
3. Complete all clinical assessments and paperwork such as Biopsychosocial, Master Treatment Plans, Treatment Plan Reviews, and ancillary documentation within 24 hours of contact with individuals served.
4. Complete state reporting documents FASAMS (i.e., admission, quarterly, and discharge).
5. Submit progress notes every 24 hours from the date services are rendered.
6. Attend training, when deemed necessary, to increase clinical knowledge and best practices.
7. Participate in daily meetings to provide updates on progress made by individual served as well as status change to provide authorization specialist clinical information for pre-authorization and continued stay authorization required every 7 days.
8. Collaborate with Residential Clinical & Intake Supervisor to mitigate emergency situations that require immediate attention: (i.e., Baker Acts, Police calls, DCF reports, safety concerns).
9. When appropriate renew state license and registered intern status with the Department of Health.
10. Be a facilitator between the Agape Staff and individual served.
11. Provide psychosocial réhabilitation groups, weekly.
12. Attend clinical supervision weekly, biweekly, monthly contingent on recommendations from Residential Clinical & Intake Supervisor to no less than 1 time per month.
13. Complete continuing education certificates including HIPPA, CPR, and Relias training.
14. Check email communication daily and respond to emails within 24 hours.
15. Perform other related duties as assigned by Residential Manager.
16. Maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License and car insurance.

Requirements

Education and/or Experience: Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Mental Health Counseling, or Social Work, plus one-year experience working with severely emotionally disturbed individuals served or individuals with co-occurring disorders. Must obtain Registered intern status in the state of Florida in Mental Health/Social Work/ or Marriage and Family Counseling within 60 days. Computer skills are essential.