Licensed Counselor - Lmhc Or Lcsw

Job description

Licensed Counselor (LMHC or LCSW) - Substance Abuse Treatment

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

Licensed Counselor (LMHC or LCSW) - Substance Abuse Treatment

OUR MISSION

We are passionate about healing individuals, families and communities challenged by substance use disorders and related mental health conditions.

This position is domiciled at our residential treatment campus located at 15681 N. US Hwy 301, Citra, FL 32113

Located in the rolling hills of Marion County, Phoenix House Florida's adult residential program provides gender-specific substance use treatment for men and women, including treatment for co-occurring behavioral health issues. Our services include individual treatment planning, specialized group therapy, life-skills training, health education, family re-integration assistance and services to help ensure a sustained recovery.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Must possess a master’s degree in related field from an accredited college or university. A minimum of two years experience in a substance abuse or mental health setting is required.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS/CEUs:

A current, valid State of Florida license as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist(LMFT) is required. A valid State of Florida Certification as a Certified Addictions Professional (CAP) is desirable. A valid Florida driver’s license is required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform mental health screening of potential patients and make recommendations for admission acceptance or rejection.
• Maintain a clinical caseload.
• Recommend follow-up treatment for new admissions with Axis I or II diagnosis.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy, and other clinical services as requested.
• Maintain current, accurate and confidential clinical documentation and submit reports in a timely manner.
• Hold clients accountable when necessary for inappropriate or negative behaviors, and utilize effective confrontation techniques and behavior interventions to help improve behavior.
• Ensure debriefing with staff at the beginning and end of each shift with the oncoming staff.
• Ensure immediate communication with the Facility Director on outstanding incidents involving absconders, physical violence, suicidal threats, physical accidents involving staff or clients, and extreme negative behavior.
• Adhere to all Phoenix House policies and procedures.
• Ensure program quality and integrity through effective compliance with contracting and licensing agency established guidelines.
• Participate in staff meetings and training exercises as directed.
• Represent Phoenix House in court, inter-agency meetings, and community affairs as directed.

Benefit

Competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical insurance through Florida Blue, dental & vision insurance through United Healthcare;
• Three weeks of paid vacation for first 2 years, four weeks starting 3rd year;
• 7 days of sick leave per year;
• Personal days up to 32 hours;
• 9 paid holidays;
• Tuition reimbursement
• 403B with match and profit sharing contributions;
• Life Insurance

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance

Medical specialties:

• Addiction Medicine

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work setting:

• In-person

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• working in a substance abuse setting: 2 years (Preferred)
• working in a mental health setting: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• State of Florida Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Preferred)
• State of Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Required)

Shift availability: