Therapist

ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES, LLC • Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

Lakeview Health | Jacksonville Florida Drug & Alcohol Rehab [https://www.lakeviewhealth.com/] has helped thousands of people detox, recover and remain abstinent from dangerous substances. We strive to be the best in the addiction treatment field through our proven treatment programs, experienced staff, and amenity-rich campus. We are dual-certified experts in treating alcohol use, opioid use, and substance abuse disorders, as well as the co-occurring conditions that often accompany them.

We are seeking a Therapist to add to our dynamic team!

Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work, MHC, Psychology, Public Administration, or similarly related field
• LMHC or LCSW certification or license eligible
• At least two (2) years of experience in a Therapist/Counselor position working directly with residents is preferred
• Must have superior interpersonal skills and be proficient in delivering individual, group, family therapy and case-management services
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations relating to substance abuse programs and knowledge of Joint Commission and DCF requirements is preferred
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and the ability to navigate EMR systems required
• Excellent documentation skills

Responsibilities

• Perform resident assessments to determine level of care within facility
• Develop and implement a plan of treatment and aftercare plans for the resident and/or family, including obtaining collateral information from family and support network
• Evaluate resident progress and revise treatment plan as needed
• Provide knowledgeable of community resources available for residents and families
• Assumes case management responsibilities for assigned residents as needed
• Perform crisis intervention, including management of difficult or resistant residents, utilizing clinically appropriate accepted techniques and methods
• Present resident cases for discussion with the multidisciplinary team and keeps current case presentation outlines for each resident
• Develops, implements, and coordinates educational lectures and therapy programs, including conducting morning focus, community meeting and psych educational lectures
• Responsible for resident, staff, and self-safety at all times
• Takes responsibility for maintaining and monitoring resident records to ensure documentation is completed within program guidelines
• Documentation meets standards, policies, and established timeframes
• Maintains a good working relationship within the department and with other departments
• Treats residents/families with respect and dignity
• Performs all aspects of resident care in an environment that optimizes resident safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors
• Facilitates individual, group and family sessions, AMA interventions and individualizes progress notes in a clinically relevant manner
• Sets appropriate professional boundaries and avoid entering into dual relationships
• Stays current with new techniques, advances through seminars, conferences, continuing education classes, professional societies and journals, etc.
• Demonstrates skills to be able to intervene in a crisis situation (i.e., Suicide/homicidal ideation or attempts, family conflict, resident to resident conflicts

Benefits

• Medical Coverage – Three new BCBSAL medical plans with better rates, improved co-pays, and enhanced prescription benefits.
• Expanded Coverage – Options for domestic partners and a wider network of in-network providers.
• Mental Health Support – Improved access to services and a new Employee Assistance Program (EAP) featuring digital wellness tools like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) modules and wellness coaching.
• Voluntary Coverages – Pet insurance, home and auto insurance, family legal services, and more.
• Student Loan Repayment – Available for nurses and therapists.
• Retirement Benefits – 401(k) plan through Voya to help employees plan for the future.
• Generous PTO – A robust paid time off policy to support work-life balance.
• Voluntary Benefits for Part-Time Employees – Dental, vision, life, accident insurance, and telehealth options for those working 20 hours or more per week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level