MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST

Mental Health Therapist

Alachua Academy is a moderate-risk residential commitment program for female youth aged 14 to 19. This program provides youth with comprehensive care, treatment, supervision, and evidence-based intensive mental health & substance abuse services. Youth will also receive psychotherapeutic services, including individual, family, and group counseling, while in the program.

Compensation: $50,000 Annually

Perks & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and company-paid Life Insurance within 90 days, Paid Time Off that starts accruing on day one and can be used as soon as it is accrued, 401k match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment, and much more!

What you will do: As a Mental Health Therapist, you will provide individual, family, and group counseling services to clients and their families according to the needs documented in their assessment and treatment plan. This position reports to the Clinical Director.

To be considered, you should:

• Have experience in Mental Health Counseling or Clinical Social Work.
• Have a master's degree or better. Marriage & Family/Social Work.
• Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screening, physical, and TB Test.

Schedule: 5 days a week to include a weekend day, 8 hours a day.

Apply today and Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth! After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a therapist, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe, and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.

Preferred behaviors:

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Preferred motivations:

• Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Preferred education:

• Masters or better in Human Services or related field.
• Masters or better in Social Work or related field.

Preferred experience:

• 1-3 years: Experience providing therapeutic services for youth in a secure setting.
• 1-3 years: Experience working with the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice.

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