Licensed Mental Health Therapist
About The Position
Deep Creek Youth Academy accommodates 117 males aged 12–19 across multiple overlay programs—including IMH, CMH, SAOS, MHOS, BDD/DD, and medically complex care. Delivered within a trauma‑informed, 24/7 residential setting, youth receive individualized clinical services such as Skill Streaming, Living in Balance, MRT, and Impact of Crime, alongside therapeutic recreation, life skills training, and restorative justice. Onsite nursing, psychiatric care, licensed dietitian meals, incentive systems, and Youth Advisory Board input foster engagement. Length of stay is tied to treatment progress, criminogenic risk reduction, and readiness to reintegrate We are hiring a Licensed Mental Health Therapist with Behavioral Analysis experience to join our clinical team in Kissimmee. This role is ideal for a therapist passionate about working in youth behavioral health, juvenile care, or residential treatment. You’ll be responsible for providing direct clinical care, supporting mental health needs, and helping stabilize youth during their treatment process.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, rehabilitation, special education, or a related human services field
- Active LMFT, LPC, LCSW, or Licensed Psychologist
- Experience with Behavioral Analysis
- Two years’ experience working with children with serious emotional disturbances or substance abuse concerns preferred (experience preferred but not required with a qualifying degree)
- Ability to pass background check and drug screen
- Valid state driver’s license
- Must meet state criminal background check requirements
- Must be in good physical health and emotionally stable.
- Free of communicable diseases as defined by the state.
- Must pass evaluation of physical techniques and written certification exam.
Nice To Haves
- Group therapy facilitation techniques
- Strong clinical judgment and organizational skills
- Experience working with youth in residential or challenging settings
Responsibilities
- Coordinate the implementation of individualized mental health and substance abuse treatment plans
- Provide ongoing evaluation, assessment, and counseling to youth and families under clinical supervision
- Facilitate individual, group, and family therapy
- Document treatment progress through weekly notes, treatment plans, reviews, and aftercare planning
- Develop discharge and aftercare plans for youth
- Assess family dynamics and implement intervention strategies as appropriate
- Collaborate with leadership to support compliance and performance improvement initiatives
- Participate in daily activities and routines with youth and direct care staff
- Maintain a high standard of role model behavior for youth
- Complete required training and professional development activities
- Report incidents or conditions suggesting inappropriate conduct or safety concerns
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with up to 4% employer match with Immediate Vesting
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays – Earn 4 hours of PTO every pay period
- Free RX delivery on most medications
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development
- Robust Employee Assistance Program
- Supportive, mission-driven work environment
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Job Type
Full-time
