Licensed Team Lead-GFIT Program

The Team Lead is Licensed Therapist who will be responsible for the daily operation of the adult forensic GFIT program, supervision of direct service staff, and training and consultation. Reports to and functions under the direction, instruction, and supervision of the Director of Adult Forensic Services & Court Services.

JOB BENEFITS

• Full Health/Dental/Vision/Disability Benefits, and 401(k) Matching
• Non-Profit Organization Student Loan Forgiveness
• Company Discount Program
• Compensation of pay commensurate with education level

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's Degree, at least one year of full-time work experience with individuals with serious mental illnesses and prior supervision experience (preferred)
• Valid Florida license as either Clinical Social Worker, Marriage & Family Therapist, or Mental Health Counselor. with experience in a high-patient-volume program.
• Current Florida driver's license, vehicle insurance and transportation for presentation at court offices.
• Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Word and Excel, and the ability to learn and use other computer software. Ability to effectively communicate verbally with, provide information to, and respond to questions from managers, clients, service providers, family members, and the general public.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive interpersonal relationships required for the proper functioning of the program and lead the team with demonstrated compassion and empathy. Demonstrates skills to handle a variety of tasks and projects simultaneously. Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and facilitate tasks and work assignments.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides direct supervision of assigned program staff and ensures training compliance. Supervises and/or coordinates direct services of the reporting unit.
• Directs the day-to-day operations of the assigned program staff, manages schedules, overtime, and HR compliance.
• Maintain cooperative relationships with internal and external programs and agencies.
• Attend agency-wide, division, and program meetings, seminars, conferences, and workshops to maintain and enhance essential skills and knowledge.
• Interviews/hires prospective employees and orients them to the program.
• Assume administrative and supervisory duties in the supervisor's absence.
• Performs other duties that are similar, related, or are a logical assignment to the job

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Abilities include reaching, bending, talking, sitting, carrying, standing, grasping, fine hand coordination, hearing, reading, writing, and staying calm under stress. Must be able to reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, maintain balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Vision abilities required include close-up, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be capable of lifting 50 pounds alone. May be required to give standing presentations involving speaking and listening to the audience.