THERAPIST PRN (non-licensed)

Jacksonville Youth Academy - Rite of Passage; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacksonville Youth Academy in Jacksonville, FL is hiring a Master Level Therapist to provide individual, family, and group therapy to youth in a residential setting. The role requires a master's degree in a behavioral health field, current licensure, and at least one year working with adolescents in residential care.

You will maintain clinical documentation, develop treatment plans, and deliver crisis intervention while collaborating with families and other professionals.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in behavioral health-related field (or equivalent) is required.
• Current or eligible professional licensure is required.
• At least one year of experience working with adolescents in a residential or juvenile justice setting.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; pass background and medical screenings.
• Strong clinical, communication, organizational, and computer skills; ability to work independently or in a team with a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy to youth in a residential treatment setting.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and develop treatment plans; prepare progress and discharge reports.
• Provide crisis intervention and collaborate with families and outside service providers.
• Support client transportation for therapeutic services as needed and ensure licensing/standards compliance.
• Mentor staff and students; participate in quality improvement; attend meetings and training; maintain confidentiality and professional ethics.
• At designated locations, conduct assessments, supervise clinical staff, and oversee treatment planning.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Crisis intervention

Education

Master's degree in behavioral health-related field

Job description

Jacksonville Youth Academy is a 24-bed, all-boys program. Our center is dedicated to providing a safe, supportive environment where students can thrive and achieve their full potential. At JYA, we offer more than just a job – we offer a chance to make a real difference. Our comprehensive training programs for staff empower individuals to promote a well-rounded, normalized high school experience for our students, while fostering an environment of growth, positive change, and achievement. We welcome individuals who are passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of youth. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the field, JYA offers a dynamic work environment where you can grow, learn, and contribute to positive change.

Come as you are and help us create lasting change in the lives of the students we serve.

Pay: $25.00 hourly

What you will do: The Master Level Therapist provides individual, family, and group therapy to youth in a residential treatment setting. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate clinical documentation, developing treatment plans, preparing progress and discharge reports, providing crisis intervention, and collaborating with families and outside service providers. The therapist also supports client transportation for therapeutic services when needed and ensures compliance with licensing, agency policies, and clinical standards.

In addition to direct clinical services, the Master Level Therapist promotes a safe and therapeutic environment by mentoring staff and students, participating in quality improvement efforts, attending required meetings and training, and maintaining confidentiality and professional ethics. At designated locations, the therapist may also conduct assessments, supervise clinical staff, coordinate with licensed mental health professionals, and oversee treatment planning.

To be considered you should: Possess a master's degree in a behavioral health-related field (or equivalent as permitted), current or eligible professional licensure, and at least one year of experience working with adolescents in a residential or juvenile justice setting. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record, pass all required background and medical screenings, demonstrate strong clinical, communication, organizational, and computer skills, maintain confidentiality, and be able to work independently or as part of a team with a flexible schedule.

After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a Master Level Therapist, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe, and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.

Leader : Inspires teammates to follow them

Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Thought Provoking : Capable of making others think deeply on a subject

Motivations

Preferred

Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help

Goal Completion : Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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