Therapist

CHARLOTTE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CARE INC•Punta Gorda, FL

24d•$27 - $32

About The Position

Responsible for assessing and treating mental health, substance use, or co-occurring disorders. Complete thorough comprehensive assessments for adults and children, as scheduled and/or needed. Development and implementation of recovery-focused service plans, which include measurable objectives stated in appropriate terms. Provide evidence-based brief and solution-focused individual, marital, family, and/or group therapy. Maintain accurate and timely documentation, per agency standards. Effectively communicate with related community service organizations to include presentations to the community, assigned. Respond to crisis situations for current caseload, as needed. Average caseload for full-time outpatient therapist is based on program and statutory requirements. Able to meet standard agency expectations, based on an annualized target. (part-time target is prorated based on the number of hours worked)

Requirements

MA/MS in Human Services field.
FL licensure required for specific positions.
Minimum two (2) years’ clinical experience.
Experience working with both children and adults.
Knowledge and skills providing treatment to individuals with mental health and substance use disorders.
Ability to evaluate patient needs and provide direct services
Ability to work effectively with staff, patients, community agencies, and other stakeholders.
Knowledge of rules and regulations pertaining to care and treatment of individuals with psychiatric or phase of life problems; including overall treatment concepts and objectives.
Computer proficiency, attention to detail, and strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to perform repetitive tasks.
Ability to sit for periods of time.
Ability to pass a level II Background clearance and drug test.
Valid FL drivers’ license, insurance, and safe driving record.

Responsibilities

Assessing and treating mental health, substance use, or co-occurring disorders.
Complete thorough comprehensive assessments for adults and children, as scheduled and/or needed.
Development and implementation of recovery-focused service plans, which include measurable objectives stated in appropriate terms.
Provide evidence-based brief and solution-focused individual, marital, family, and/or group therapy.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation, per agency standards.
Effectively communicate with related community service organizations to include presentations to the community, assigned.
Respond to crisis situations for current caseload, as needed.
Meet standard agency expectations, based on an annualized target.