Part Time Counselor / Therapist

JFCS Of The Suncoast • Sarasota, FL

110d

About The Position

JFCS of the Suncoast is seeking a part-time Counselor / Therapist to provide outpatient psychotherapy to individuals across diverse populations as part of a skilled team delivering trauma-informed, person-centered care. The role may support counseling across JFCS programs and provide therapy in an office, in schools or homes, or via telehealth.

The Counselor conducts assessments, develops individualized treatment plans, and provides therapy to assigned clients and groups. The position also requires timely, accurate documentation in electronic health records and compliance with program, agency, and funding-source requirements. The counselor is expected to work sensitively and competently with the service population, considering cultural and socioeconomic factors.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related field.
• Ability to engage and work effectively with people of various ages and populations.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining accountability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of agency obligations, functions, programs, and services, and ability to refer clients to interagency programs and community services as appropriate.
• Commitment to ongoing training and professional development to update clinical skills.
• Cultural sensitivity and awareness when working with diverse populations.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain professional relationships with colleagues and community members.
• Effective time-management skills to meet assigned situations and work demands.
• Compliance with HIPAA regulations and client confidentiality policies and laws.
• Competence in Medicaid and Medicare standards of care and documentation and service-provision requirements.
• Proficiency with the agency’s electronic health record system.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Valid Florida driver’s license.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

• Florida LMHC or LCSW licensure, or Registered Intern status.
• Qualified Supervisor Certification.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments.
• Develop treatment plans tailored to individual client needs.
• Conduct psychotherapy sessions with assigned clients and groups.
• Maintain accurate and timely client documentation in electronic health records as required by the program.
• Complete required assessment tools and progress notes promptly and in compliance with internal and funding-source documentation requirements.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the service population, cultural competency, and awareness of socioeconomic issues.
• Attend all JFCS and DCF mandatory trainings.
• Maintain active Florida licensure by completing required continuing education units.
• Respond outside regular hours when needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time