Primary Therapist

Acadia Healthcare•Ocklawaha, FL

2d•$70,000

About The Position

Overview $2,000 Sign On Bonus! (paid out in 3 increments) Schedule Options: Sunday -Thursday or Tuesday - Saturday Compensation: Fully licensed clinicians (LMHC/LCSW) start at $70,000 annually About Us Located on 96 acres in Florida’s Ocala National Forest, The Refuge – A Healing Place offers the highest quality treatment for individuals struggling with mental health and addiction diagnoses. Our evidence based clinical program focuses on healing the whole person with a balance of process and psycho-educational groups along with wellness modalities. We believe trauma resides in the nervous system, and our nature-based approach helps clients process trauma and reduce maladaptive coping mechanisms. At The Refuge, we understand that every recovery journey is unique. Our team uses diverse, evidence-based methods to create individualized paths to healing. Position Overview The Primary Therapist plays a central role in supporting clients through their healing journey. This position provides individual, group, and family therapy while collaborating closely with a team of clinicians, medical providers, and support staff. Ideal candidates are grounded, empathetic, clinically skilled, and passionate about trauma‑informed care.

Requirements

Master's degree in counseling, social work, or related field
Fully licensed LMHC or LCSW
Experience with trauma‑informed care, addiction treatment, or residential settings preferred
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively
Commitment to ethical, compassionate, client‑centered care
Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or Human Services field required.
One or more years’ experience working with comparable patient population required.
Requisite state or national licensure for professional therapy providers or eligible for state licensure as a professional therapy provider fully licensed LMHC or LCSW
CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
First aid may be required based on state or facility.
This position requires a Level 2 Background Screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
In accordance with Florida law, employers must provide applicants with direct access to information about the state’s background screening requirements.
To learn more about disqualifying offenses, exemption procedures, and screening timelines, please visit the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) Background Screening Education & Awareness webpage: https://info.flclearinghouse.com
Applicants are encouraged to review these requirements before applying.

Responsibilities

Apply psychotherapeutic techniques and interventions in the delivery of services to individuals and families for the purpose of treating such diagnosed emotional and behavioral disorders.
Conduct a psychosocial assessment and develop an initial discharge plan.
Conduct individual, group or family sessions as appropriate for the treatment plan of the patient.
Provide initial treatment planning for patient based on assessment and coordinate any additional services needed, revising as necessary.
Maintain documentation of therapy services provided to each patient according to facility and professional standards and revising as indicated by facility or professional standard.
Maintain a caseload as assigned.
Participate in treatment team meetings and collaborate with other staff to facilitate services for the patient, as appropriate to their treatment plan.
May provide these services in an inpatient or outpatient setting.
May perform case management, discharge or after care planning as needed.
Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.