Harbor Village, Miami, FL
Job Title : Therapist
Department : Clinical Services
Reports To : Clinical Director
FLSA Status : Exempt (Full-Time)
Position Summary
The Therapist provides comprehensive clinical services to individuals, families, and groups within a behavioral health setting. This role includes conducting assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, delivering evidence-based therapy, and coordinating care with multidisciplinary team members to support each client's recovery and overall well-being.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct initial clinical assessments, psychosocial evaluations, and mental status examinations.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients and interdisciplinary staff.
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in accordance with agency policy, DCF, Joint Commission, and HIPAA standards.
- Participate in treatment team meetings, case reviews, and clinical supervision.
- Coordinate care with medical, psychiatric, and case management staff to ensure continuity of services.
- Facilitate crisis intervention and risk assessment as needed.
- Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Support discharge planning and aftercare coordination.
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development to maintain licensure and stay informed on best practices.
Qualifications
Education :
Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related behavioral health field.Licensure / Certification :
Active state license or license-eligible status (e.g., LMHC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent).CPR / First Aid certification preferred.Experience :
Minimum of 1–2 years of experience providing therapy in a behavioral health, substance use, or related clinical setting preferred.Experience with trauma-informed care, co-occurring disorders, and evidence-based practices strongly preferred.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
Strong understanding of behavioral health principles and therapeutic interventions.Excellent communication, organizational, and documentation skills.Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.Commitment to ethical practice, client confidentiality, and cultural competence.Working Conditions
Primarily office-based in a behavioral health facility.May require participation in on-call or after-hours crisis response.Exposure to individuals experiencing emotional distress or behavioral crises.Physical Requirements
Ability to sit, stand, and engage in therapeutic sessions for extended periods.Occasional lifting or movement of light materials (