Licensed Therapist

Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

SUMMARY OF POSITION

This position will work within the Coordinated Opioid Recovery program (CORe) in Hendry and Glades Counties and will primarily work out of Labelle. Services will be provided to adults with opioid and other substance use disorders who have had an overdose reversal with naloxone or acute opioid and substance use and who are ready to begin recovery. Services will be community-based with some services provided in office.

This position will work as a part of the interdisciplinary CORe team to partner with EMS (community paramedicine), law enforcement, and the local hospital system to identify individuals in need of services in order to provide seamless continuity of care that supports each individual's recovery journey. The team will also connect with community partners through meetings, informal connections, community fairs, and presentations to expand program reach and build community trust.

Provide individual, family, and group counseling services to individuals in a community-based setting.

Provide written documentation about clients’ progress as well as communicate collaboratively with team and community partners. This role will work with community partners and local stakeholders to provide comprehensive care in the community. As a part of the community-based team, the Therapist will meet with individuals in their own environment such as in the client’s home, hospital, the office, schools/work, etc.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Reports to work as scheduled on a daily basis and performs duties as assigned by supervisor to ensure the smooth operation of the department.
Provide crisis intervention services in the community.
Responsible for developing, implementing, evaluating, and updating treatment plans with input from the client and family.
Conduct clinical behavioral health assessments.
Enters written documentation into Electronic Medical Record in a timely manner for all services rendered.
Provide supportive and educational counseling services (individual, family and group) to develop daily living and coping skills.
Assist clients with developing natural support systems. Refer, advocate, and link clients and families to additional services as needed.
Complete all required agency trainings to maintain 100% compliance. Maintains departmental productivity expectations. Additional training and/or certification may be required based on specific program guidelines.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.
Ability to develop supportive relationships with persons with legal, mental health, substance use, and co-occurring issues while maintaining appropriate therapeutic boundaries.
Possess knowledge of mental illness and recovery including the ability to collaborate with community partners.
Knowledge of community resources or ability to learn quickly.
Experience working with individuals with mental health or substance use concerns. Enthusiastic about influencing positive change in our clients’ lives.
Understanding of populations affected by mental illness, proven skills in networking among diverse agencies, and strong planning and personnel management abilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Level
Master's degree required. Four years' professional experience in a substance abuse or mental health setting and a bachelor's degree may be accepted in lieu of a master's degree.

Years of Experience
Must have experience with mental health and/or co-occurring issues.

Certification/Licensure
Must have LCSW, LPC-MHSP, LMFT-MHSP license or be a Licensed Psychologist, Licensed School Psychologist. Must have a valid FL driver’s license.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Standing – 10%
Sitting – 90%
Squatting – Occasional
Kneeling – Occasional
Bending – Occasional
Driving – Occasional
Lifting – Occasional

DISCLAIMER
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