Mental Health Therapist
About The Position
We are hiring a Mental Health Therapist to join our clinical team in Crestview, Florida. This role is ideal for a therapist interested in youth behavioral health, juvenile care, or residential treatment. You will provide direct clinical care, support mental health needs, and assist in stabilizing youth throughout their treatment process. Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral health treatment for at-risk youth. Crestview Youth Academy in Crestview, Florida, is a secure Youth Academy serving males ages 13 to 17, delivering trauma-informed care across mental health and substance abuse needs. The program combines clinical therapy, education, restorative justice, therapeutic recreation, and life skills training. Youth typically remain in care based on individualized goals, participating in individual, family, and group therapy; victim impact awareness; vocational and pre-vocational preparation; and enrichment activities such as art, music, and recreation. Small group living units and licensed dietitian-managed meals support emotional stabilization and reintegration planning.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, rehabilitation, or related human services field from an accredited university
- Two years’ experience working with children with serious emotional disturbances or substance abuse preferred but not required with appropriate degree
- Ability to pass background check and drug screen
- Must maintain a valid state driver’s license and meet state criminal background check requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with group therapy techniques
- Strong clinical judgment and organizational skills
- Willingness to work with youth in challenging situations
Responsibilities
- Coordinate the implementation of individualized mental health and substance abuse treatment plans
- Provide ongoing evaluation, assessment, and counseling to youth and their families under supervision of a licensed mental health professional
- Deliver individual, group, and family therapy sessions
- Document clinical progress through weekly notes, treatment plans, and aftercare plans
- Develop behavioral health discharge and aftercare plans
- Assess family dynamics and create intervention plans
- Collaborate with leadership to support compliance and performance improvement initiatives
- Participate in daily group routines and activities with youth and counselors
- Model professional behavior and maintain high standards for youth engagement
- Attend required training and professional development sessions
- Report incidents and concerns per agency policy
- 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
- Free RX delivery on most medications
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development
- Robust Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
