Therapist - SUD & MH - Full-time - Bonus Eligible
About The Position
Banyan Treatment Centers is seeking a compassionate and clinically driven Therapist to join our west Lake Worth, FL facility. In this role, you will provide therapeutic care to individuals navigating substance use, mental health, and co-occurring disorders across detox, residential, and PHP levels of care. This position supports a high-needs patient population, often working with individuals facing significant psychosocial, legal, and recovery-related challenges within a highly collaborative and clinically engaged environment. Reporting to the Clinical Director, the Therapist plays a key role in helping patients build stability, accountability, and long-term recovery foundations within a fast-paced treatment environment.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related human services field.
- Knowledge of Joint Commission standards and state/federal confidentiality regulations.
- Commitment to ethical clinical practice and adherence to the Healthcare Code of Ethics.
- Ability to work effectively with patients presenting complex clinical and psychosocial needs.
Nice To Haves
- Active Florida license or registered intern credential required: LMHC, LCSW, LMFT, or Registered Intern; LCSW strongly preferred.
- Experience working with co-occurring disorders, crisis intervention, and trauma-informed care approaches.
- Previous experience in detox, residential, PHP, or community behavioral health settings preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide therapeutic services across substance use and mental health treatment tracks, supporting patients with co-occurring and complex clinical needs.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments including ASAM evaluations, biopsychosocial assessments, and related clinical evaluations.
- Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with patients and the multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Document and maintain accurate clinical records in compliance with regulatory, confidentiality, and program standards.
- Facilitate individual, group, and family therapy sessions while promoting engagement, accountability, and self-disclosure.
- Lead process groups and participate in multidisciplinary treatment reviews and clinical staffing meetings.
- Maintain communication with referral sources, family members, and external support systems regarding patient progress and discharge planning.
- Coordinate aftercare planning and connect patients with vocational, legal, financial, housing, and community-based resources.
- Provide crisis intervention, risk assessment, safety planning, and therapeutic support within fast-paced treatment settings.
- Build therapeutic rapport with patients while maintaining professional boundaries and a structured treatment environment.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Wellness incentives and employee assistance programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
