Therapist

ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES • Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

Lakeview Health is seeking a Therapist to plan and deliver evidence-based treatment to a cohort of patients with behavioral health disorders. The Therapist conducts therapeutic sessions with individuals, groups, and families, applying knowledge of therapy modalities, motivational interviewing (MI), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) to help patients progress toward their goals. The role includes receiving biweekly supervision and maintaining required training and certifications.

The ideal candidate is compassionate, professional, organized, and efficient, with strong communication skills and a desire to work collaboratively with a diverse team and patient population. Candidates must have a master's degree, experience in addiction and mental health, and be clinically licensed or license eligible.

Requirements

• Master’s degree.
• Experience in addiction and mental health.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Desire to work collaboratively with a diverse team and patient population.
• Clinically licensed or license eligible.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive bio-psycho-social assessments with newly admitted patients.
• Assess and document risk of harm to self or others.
• Develop treatment plans with patient-specific goals, interventions, and timeframes.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to plan appropriate aftercare.
• Conduct individual therapy sessions with patients.
• Lead process groups on topics related to addiction, recovery, and wellbeing.
• Facilitate family sessions.
• Develop and lead specialty groups or sessions based on the Therapist’s interests and expertise.
• Use de-escalation skills to ensure patient safety and reduce AMA risk.
• Maintain and promote healthy boundaries.
• Promote and protect each patient’s independence, privacy, dignity, and emotional and physical well-being.
• Complete progress notes for individual, group, and family sessions.
• Update treatment plans to reflect patient progress and challenges.
• Document safety concerns and interventions or referrals initiated.
• Document clinical assessments as required.
• Learn and follow company-established policies and procedures.
• Remain current with required trainings and certifications.
• Receive biweekly supervision.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Communicate respectfully, compassionately, and supportively with patients and colleagues.

Benefits

• Medical coverage with three BCBSAL medical plans.
• Expanded coverage options for domestic partners and a wider network of in-network providers.
• Mental health support, including an Employee Assistance Program with digital wellness tools and wellness coaching.
• Voluntary coverages including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, and family legal services.
• Student loan repayment available for nurses and therapists.
• 401(k) plan through Voya.
• Generous paid time off.
• Voluntary benefits for part-time employees working 20 hours or more per week, including dental, vision, life, accident insurance, and telehealth options.

What This Job Offers

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