Licensed Mental Health Therapist
About The Position
Youth Opportunity is hiring a Licensed Mental Health Therapist for Orange Youth Academy in Orlando, Florida. Orange Youth Academy is a secure residential treatment program serving males ages 13 to 17 with mental health and substance abuse needs. Its trauma-informed program combines clinical therapy, education, restorative justice, therapeutic recreation, and life-skills development. Youth participate in individual, family, and group therapy, victim impact awareness, pre-vocational preparation, and enrichment activities. Treatment also includes small group living units and nutrition support, with stabilization and reintegration planning. The therapist joins the clinical team to provide direct clinical services, address youth mental health needs, and help stabilize youth during intake and assessment. The position provides ongoing evaluation, assessment, and counseling to youth and families under the supervision of a licensed mental health professional. The role also involves documentation, treatment and aftercare planning, collaboration with leadership, and participation in daily activities and training. Occasional irregular hours may be required.
Requirements
- Must be licensed as an LMFT, LPC, LCSW, or Licensed Psychologist.
- Master’s degree from an accredited university in counseling, social work, psychology, rehabilitation, or a related human services field.
- Two years’ experience working with children with serious emotional disturbances or substance abuse is preferred, but not required if the candidate holds an appropriate Master’s degree.
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
- Must maintain a valid state driver’s license.
- Must meet state criminal background check requirements.
- Must be in good physical health and emotionally stable; able to move throughout the property, actively participate in youth activities, and transport youth or staff.
- Must be free of communicable diseases as defined by the state.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with group work modalities and techniques.
- Strong clinical judgment and organizational skills.
- Willingness to work with youth in challenging situations.
- Two years’ experience working with children with serious emotional disturbances or substance abuse is preferred, though not required for candidates with an appropriate Master’s degree.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate implementation of individualized mental health and substance abuse treatment plans.
- Provide ongoing evaluation, assessment, and counseling to youth and their families under the supervision of a licensed mental health professional.
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy.
- Document treatment progress through weekly notes, treatment plans, reviews, and aftercare plans.
- Develop behavioral health discharge and aftercare plans.
- Assess family dynamics and develop targeted intervention plans.
- Collaborate with leadership to support performance improvement and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
- Participate in daily routines and activities with youth and counselors.
- Maintain high standards of role-model behavior for youth.
- Participate in required training and professional development activities.
- Report incidents or potential concerns according to policy.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with up to 4% employer match and immediate vesting.
- Paid time off and holidays; earn 4 hours of PTO every pay period.
- Free prescription delivery on most medications.
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development.
- Robust Employee Assistance Program.
- Supportive, mission-driven work environment.
- Training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
