Trauma Therapist ($3,000 Bonus)

ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES, LLC • Jacksonville, FL

1d • $50,000 - $70,000

About The Position

Lakeview Health is seeking a Trauma Therapist with experience treating trauma to join its addiction treatment team. The therapist assesses clients to determine their level of care, develops trauma-focused treatment and aftercare plans, and provides individual, group, and family therapy. The role includes case management, crisis intervention, collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, delivery of educational and therapeutic programming, and maintaining accurate client records in accordance with program requirements. The therapist is expected to support client, staff, and personal safety, maintain professional boundaries, and treat clients and families with respect and dignity. The position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. A $3,000 bonus is offered: $1,000 at sign-on, $1,000 at 60 days, and $1,000 at 90 days.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work, MHC, psychology, public administration, or a similarly related field.
• LMHC or LCSW certification, or eligibility for licensure.
• At least two years of experience in a Trauma Therapist/Counselor position working directly with clients.
• Superior interpersonal skills and proficiency in delivering individual, group, and family therapy and case-management services.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and ability to navigate EMR systems.
• Excellent documentation skills.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations relating to substance abuse programs, and knowledge of Joint Commission and DCF requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform client assessments to determine the appropriate level of care within the facility.
• Conduct comprehensive trauma-focused assessments and develop tailored treatment plans focused on safety, stabilization, and reprocessing.
• Develop and implement treatment and aftercare plans for clients and/or families, obtaining collateral information from family and support networks as appropriate.
• Provide trauma-informed individual, group, and family therapy based on needs established in the treatment plan.
• Evaluate client progress and revise treatment plans as needed.
• Provide information about community resources available to clients and families.
• Assume case management responsibilities for assigned clients as needed.
• Perform crisis intervention, including working with difficult or resistant clients using clinically appropriate techniques and methods.
• Present client cases to the multidisciplinary team and maintain current case presentation outlines for each client.
• Develop, implement, and coordinate educational lectures and therapy programs, including morning focus, community meetings, and psychoeducational lectures.
• Maintain client, staff, and personal safety.
• Maintain and monitor client records and ensure documentation meets program guidelines, standards, policies, and timeframes.
• Maintain effective working relationships within the department and with other departments.
• Treat clients and families with respect and dignity.
• Provide care in an environment that promotes client safety and reduces the likelihood of medical or health care errors.
• Facilitate individual, group, and family sessions and AMA interventions, and write clinically relevant individualized progress notes.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and avoid dual relationships.
• Stay current with new techniques and advances through seminars, conferences, continuing education, professional societies, journals, and similar resources.
• Demonstrate the ability to intervene in crisis situations, including suicidal or homicidal ideation or attempts, family conflict, and client-to-client conflict.

Benefits

• Medical coverage with three BCBSAL medical plans, improved rates and co-pays, and enhanced prescription benefits.
• Expanded coverage options for domestic partners and a wider network of in-network providers.
• Improved access to mental health services and an Employee Assistance Program featuring digital wellness tools, including CBT modules and wellness coaching.
• Voluntary coverages including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, and family legal services.
• Student loan repayment available for nurses and therapists.
• $3,000 bonus, paid as $1,000 at sign-on, $1,000 at 60 days, and $1,000 at 90 days.

What This Job Offers

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