Mental Health Clinician

Clinician

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Job Description

• Complete bio-psychosocial assessment of assigned clients within 24 hours of admission.
• Counsel substance abuse and dual diagnosis clients, individually and in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, and making changes.
• Complete and maintain accurate records and reports regarding the patients' histories and progress, services provided, and other required information.
• Develop individualized client treatment plans within 7 days of admission, based on research, clinical experience, and client histories.
• Review and evaluate clients' progress in relation to measurable goals and objectives described in treatment and care plans.
• Interview clients, review records, and confer with other professionals in order to evaluate individuals' mental and physical condition, and to determine their suitability for participation in a specific program.
• Intervene as an advocate for clients or patients in order to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.

Requirements

• A master's degree from an accredited university or college with a major in social work, counseling, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation, special education, health education, or related human services field.
• LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or Licensed Psychologist.
• At least one year of related experience.
• Training in the treatment of behavioral health disorders, human growth and development, evaluations, assignments, treatment planning, basic counseling and behavior management interventions, case management, clinical record documentation, psychopharmacology, abuse regulations, and recipient rights.
• Knowledge of the Baker Act is preferred.
• Must have a current Florida Driver's License with a clean driving record while meeting company insurance requirements.

Benefits

• Friendly, flexible, and lively work environment with free activities like Zumba classes.
• Generous PTO accrual for vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Several health insurance plan options available including tax-sheltered health savings account. Vision, dental, retirement, life insurance, Aflac and Long-Term Disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and accidental death are also available.
• Opportunities for growth and career advancement. Tuition reimbursement. Public service loan forgiveness and free clinical supervision.
• Competitive salaries and 403(b) retirement savings program with a gradual increase in company match, reaching up to 8% after 7 years of service.
• Cell phone plan discounts, travel reimbursement, LegalShield, pet insurance, and more.

Compensation

• Unlicensed: $49,875 (+$5,000 additive for community-based services).
• Licensed: $64,890 (0-3 years), $67,053 (3-6 years), $70,297.50 (6+ years).

Work Schedule

• 8-hour shift from Monday to Friday.

Education

• Master's degree (Required).

Experience

• Mental health field: 1 year (Required).

License/Certification

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) (Preferred).
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) (Preferred).
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) (Preferred).

Ability to Relocate

• Lake City, FL: Relocate before starting work (Required).

Work Location

• In person.