Therapist, Mental Health

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Performs substance abuse and mental health counseling work on an individual patient basis and in a group setting. Duties primarily consist of conducting and documenting services such as counseling, psycho-educational groups, psychosocial assessment, case management, and treatment planning. Counseling includes discussion of issues associated with MAPS patient’s substance use and other co-occurring conditions in an effort to work toward a constructive resolution of those problems and ultimately toward recovery.

May be required to use telehealth services to provide clinical screenings, assessments, and counseling.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Commitment to workplace of dignity and respect

Compliance with all Equal Employment Opportunity rules and guidelines

Ability to work with others cooperatively and cordially in a spirit of teamwork

Ability to appear at work as scheduled, mindful of the company’s attendance policies

Ability to accept direction from managers and supervisors in a respectful and collaborative manner

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Must meet one of the following criteria:

Master’s degree from an accredited university or college with a major in counseling, social work, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation, special education, health education, or a related human services field.

Registered marriage and family therapy, clinical social work, and mental health counseling intern.

Certified master’s degree level addiction professional (MCAP) certified by the Florida Certification Board Certified addictions professional (CAP) certified by the Florida Certification Board Certified addiction counselor (CAC) certified by the Florida Certification Board Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
Florida Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS:

Current CPR and First Aid Certification if client contact is part of job ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL

SKILLS:

Ability to move about treatment facility, both indoors and out Ability to lift and carry 5 to 10 pounds reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability WORKPLACE STANDARDS:

Adheres to company time and attendance standards, with understanding of the needs of a 24-hour residential program if applicable

Demonstrates knowledge of company policy and procedure

Performs other duties as assigned and maintains a safe work environment SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must have a valid driver's license

Must pass a level II background check and drug screen

Must maintain current training as required by Operation PAR, Inc. policies

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Treatment program environment

Exposure to individuals who may be experiencing emotional distress or agitation

Possible exposure to clients with communicable diseases

Involves some outdoor activities

In-home or community environments