Mobile Response Therapist - Part Time
About The Position
Ready to Change Lives—and Your Career? If you want to work in the field, respond to real-time mental health needs, and do work that truly matters , CGC is the place. We offer team support, clinical excellence, and the ability to make a lasting impact —all while helping shape the future of crisis care in Florida. For over 70 years, CGC has been a leader in children's mental health care across Northeast Florida—serving over 5,000 youth and 15,000 family members annually . We pioneered the first mobile crisis team in Jacksonville and continue to lead with trauma-informed, whole-family, whole-health care that changes lives. Day shifts available: Monday – Thursday = 8:00 am to 5:00 pm OR 9:00 am to 6:00 pm What You’ll Do as a Mobile Response Team Therapist Step into the community as a front-line responder—supporting children and families during their most critical moments:
Requirements
- A Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, or Marriage & Family Therapy
- 2+ years of experience working therapeutically with children/adolescents
- Strong working knowledge of DSM/ICD diagnoses
- Experience with Florida Baker Act procedures
- A valid FL driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation
- Ability to think fast, stay calm, and act clinically in high-intensity moments
- Level 2 clearance from DCF Clearing house - https://info.flclearinghouse.com
Nice To Haves
- Current FL LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT
Responsibilities
- Respond in-person to crisis calls within 60 minutes to assess, de-escalate, and stabilize youth in real time.
- Distinguish between behavioral emergencies and psychiatric crises using sound clinical judgment.
- Provide immediate support, suicide prevention, and therapeutic insight while preserving dignity and safety.
- Work to divert unnecessary Baker Acts and hospitalizations through effective, on-site intervention.
- Collaborate with families, schools, law enforcement, and child welfare professionals.
- Develop short-term safety plans and support transitions to appropriate follow-up care.
Benefits
- Day shifts available: Monday – Thursday = 8:00 am to 5:00 pm OR 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
- Hourly rate ranges from $22.00 – $25.00 depending on licensure
- Discretionary annual bonus based on individual and company performance
- Bilingual pay incentive
- Ongoing mentorship + training with expert clinicians
- Career growth in an agency with deep community trust
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
