Residential Therapist

Youth Crisis Center Inc•Jacksonville, FL

3d•$52,000 - $56,000

About The Position

Youth Crisis Center (YCC) is seeking a compassionate Residential Therapist to provide short-term counseling and therapeutic support in its Residential Crisis Care program. The position focuses on crisis intervention and prevention, emotional well-being, and helping youth and families develop skills to navigate challenges. The therapist works with individuals, families, and groups on concerns including family dynamics, parenting, communication, suicidal or homicidal ideation, anger management, self-esteem, peer relationships, grief and loss, behavioral and mental health concerns, and school-related issues. Through individualized treatment planning, counseling, case management, and collaboration with the treatment team, the therapist helps clients build resilience, strengthen relationships, and work toward positive outcomes. Professional clinical licensure is not required. The Residential Therapist conducts assessments, develops individualized treatment plans, provides weekly counseling, addresses safety and crisis concerns, and documents services and progress. The role also includes case management, advocacy, coordination with treatment teams and community resources, discharge planning, follow-up contacts, maintaining confidential records, and completing required training and meetings. Work is primarily in a residential crisis care setting, is mainly sedentary, and involves interaction with youth and families experiencing emotional, behavioral, and situational challenges.

Requirements

Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or a related field from an accredited college or university recognized by the Florida Department of Education.
At least two years of related social work or counseling experience with at-risk youth and families.
Valid Florida driver's license and safe driving record.
Professional clinical licensure is not required.
Knowledge of counseling theories and therapeutic approaches; individual, family, and group counseling; assessment and treatment planning; child and adolescent development; family systems; crisis intervention; de-escalation; trauma-informed care; counseling ethics; confidentiality; and professional documentation.
Strong active listening, social awareness, critical thinking, communication, organization, service orientation, continuous learning, and conflict resolution skills.
Ability to communicate and interpret information clearly, recognize behavioral warning signs, synthesize information, adapt counseling approaches, remain calm in crisis situations, maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality, and work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

Conduct clinical assessments through client interviews, observation, and appropriate assessment methods, and submit them for required signatures within established timeframes.
Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable goals and submit them for supervisory review and required signatures.
Provide weekly individual, family, and/or group counseling to clients and families on the therapist's caseload.
Address emotional, behavioral, interpersonal, and family-related concerns using appropriate counseling approaches.
Recognize and respond to client safety concerns and crisis situations in accordance with agency procedures and supervisory guidance.
Document counseling services, treatment progress, and relevant client information accurately and promptly.
Provide case management, advocacy, and supportive services throughout clients' participation in the program.
Collaborate with treatment team members, participate in designated treatment staffing meetings, and coordinate services to address client and family needs.
Connect clients and families with appropriate community resources and support services.
Coordinate discharge referrals and continuity of care, complete and document follow-up contacts within seven days of discharge, and complete case closures within designated timeframes.
Maintain accurate, complete, organized, confidential, and up-to-date client records in designated data systems and in accordance with agency policies and applicable requirements.
Follow agency policies, professional ethical guidelines, and confidentiality requirements.
Manage caseload responsibilities, deadlines, communications, meetings, training, and professional development activities.
Communicate professionally with clients, families, coworkers, supervisors, and community partners; perform other related duties as assigned.