Therapist

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Performs substance abuse and mental health counseling work on an individual patient basis and in a group setting. Duties primarily consist of conducting and documenting services such as counseling, psycho-educational groups, psychosocial assessment, case management, and treatment planning. Counseling includes discussion of issues associated with MAPS patient’s substance use and other co-occurring conditions in an effort to work toward a constructive resolution of those problems and ultimately toward recovery. May be required to use telehealth services to provide clinical screenings, assessments, and counseling.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Commitment to workplace of dignity and respect
• Compliance with all Equal Employment Opportunity rules and guidelines
• Ability to work with others cooperatively and cordially in a spirit of teamwork
• Ability to appear at work as scheduled, mindful of the company’s attendance policies
• Ability to accept direction from managers and supervisors in a respectful and collaborative manner

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Must meet one of the following criteria:

• Master’s degree from an accredited university or college with a major in counseling, social work, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation, special education, health education, or a related human services field.
• Registered marriage and family therapy, clinical social work, and mental health counseling intern.
• Certified master’s degree level addiction professional (MCAP) certified by the Florida Certification Board
• Certified addictions professional (CAP) certified by the Florida Certification Board
• Certified addiction counselor (CAC) certified by the Florida Certification Board
• Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
• Florida Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Current CPR and First Aid Certification if client contact is part of job

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to move about treatment facility, both indoors and out
• Ability to lift and carry 5 to 10 pounds reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability

WORKPLACE STANDARDS:

• Adheres to company time and attendance standards, with understanding of the needs of a 24-hour residential program if applicable
• Demonstrates knowledge of company policy and procedure
• Performs other duties as assigned and maintains a safe work environment

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must pass a level II background check and drug screen
• Must maintain current training as required by Operation PAR, Inc. policies

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Treatment program environment
• Exposure to individuals who may be experiencing emotional distress or agitation
• Possible exposure to clients with communicable diseases
• Involves some outdoor activities
• In-home or community environments