Therapist-Therapeutic Foster Care

Devereux; Winter Park (FL); On-site; USD 45,900 - 56,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 24 PTO days/year

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Low-cost medical, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

A leading nonprofit organization in Winter Park, FL, is hiring a Therapist to provide support for families and youth in need of mental health services. The role involves developing treatment plans and providing therapy to children and adolescents in various settings. Ideal candidates will hold a Master's degree and have experience in mental health or crisis intervention. The position offers a competitive salary starting at $51,000/year, along with generous PTO and benefits, fostering a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required for this role.
• 2+ years of relevant experience with children or families.
• Valid FL State Issued Driver's License is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy in various settings.
• Assess clients and develop treatment plans.
• Consult and train foster parents on interventions.

Skills

Experience working with children

Crisis intervention skills

Therapeutic interventions

Education

Master's degree in counseling, social work, or psychology

Job description

Overview

Are you interested in providing support to families and youth in need of mental health services? Devereux is hiring a Therapist to join our team. Devereux’s Foster Care Programs provide therapeutic, family-based care for children and adolescents who have experienced trauma or instability in their home environments. The program partners with the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) and local lead agencies to recruit, train, and support therapeutic foster parents who can meet the complex needs of youth requiring more than traditional foster care. Clinicians work closely with children, caregivers, and support systems to create individualized treatment plans, provide counseling, and build life and coping skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy to children and adolescents in foster homes, schools, and community settings.
• Assess clients and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Consult with and train foster parents on therapeutic interventions and behavioral programs.
• Provide on-call telephone support for the program’s foster homes on a rotating basis.

Position Details

• Pay Range: starts at $51,000/year (based on relevant education, licensure, and experience).
• Schedule: Full-Time; community-based position that works around families’ schedules.
• Coverage Responsibility: Orange County.

Benefits and Rewards

• Up to 24 PTO days/year (increases with service).
• Up to 64 hours of sick time.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision Devereux Benefits.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• ASCEND Tuition Program: 100% tuition covered (up to $15k undergrad / $25k grad per year).
• Student loan repayment assistance.
• Payactiv: Access your earned wages early.
• Employee Assistance Program & Discounts.

Qualifications

• Master\'s degree in counseling, social work, or psychology field required.
• 2+ years experience working with children or families in need of mental health, behavioral health, crisis intervention, or related required.

Other Requirements

• Valid FL State Issued Driver\'s license.
• Successfully pass pre-employment medical screenings which include drug screen and TB test.
• Successfully pass a Level 2 background screening with the State of Florida. To learn more visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.

Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to reduce the risk of abuse within the organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse and cooperates with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.

For more information, please reach out to us at [e-mail].

Company Overview

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year.

Our Mission

Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.

Our Culture

At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve. We value inclusivity and a welcoming, supportive work environment across all programs and services.

What Devereux Offers You

In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees start benefits after 30 days of employment. We offer:

• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
• Generous time-off (start accruing on day 1), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee-paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.

Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work.

Devereux is a drug-free workplace; drug screening required. EOE