Outpatient Mental Health - $60K per year

Tampa General Hospital is seeking a Outpatient Mental Health for a job in Tampa, Florida.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Mental Health
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Staff

The Licensed Behavioral Health (BH) Outpatient Therapist provides culturally competent, ethical, and compassionate behavioral health services to individuals, families, and couples in an outpatient setting. This role is essential in supporting patients with diverse backgrounds and mental health and substance use needs, helping them achieve emotional wellness and improved quality of life. Responsible for performing job duties in accordance with mission, vision, and values of Tampa General Hospital. 

Essential Functions:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop personalized treatment plans. 
• Assist individuals in identifying and utilizing resources in the community for additional behavioral health, recovery, and SDOH support. 
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient interactions and progress; maintain confidentiality of all personal information. 
• Provide individual and family psychotherapy utilizing evidence-based approaches. 
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities. 

• Uphold HIPAA standards and maintain patient confidentiality. 

Education:

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy or Psychology

License – Issues by Florida or Compact State:

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Mental Health Counselor or Licensed Marital and Family Therapy

Work Experience and Additional Information:

• One (1) to two (2) years relevant clinical experience in an outpatient setting, inclusive of 1,500 hours of supervised, post-Master’s clinical experience. 

• Experience and/or certification in perinatal mental health preferred with demonstrated knowledge of pregnancy related mental health concerns, postpartum adjustment, and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders

Technical Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge working with children, adolescents, and adults in an outpatient setting with diverse populations presenting range of behavioral health conditions, including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and substance use disorders. 
• Highly motivated, independent, and capable of performing in a complex environment with the ability to prioritize effectively and complete tasks. 

• Excellent interpersonal skills and competence to establish rapport and build supporting, trusting relationships and maintain healthy boundaries and respect for patient rights and personal preferences.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. 

Tampa General Hospital Job ID #260001YR. Posted job title: Licensed Behavioral Health Outpatient Therapist - Behavioral Health Operations

About Tampa General Hospital

Tampa General Hospital is a private not-for-profit hospital and one of the most comprehensive medical facilities in West Central Florida serving a dozen counties with a population in excess of 4 million. As one of the largest hospitals in Florida, Tampa General is licensed for 982 beds, and with approximately 15,000 team members and providers, is one of the region’s largest employers.

Consistently recognized for world-class care, Tampa General Hospital is ranked as the #1 hospital in Tampa Bay by U.S. News & World Report for 2025-26 and is nationally ranked among the top 50 hospitals in the nation in six specialties. Additionally, Tampa General is ranked as “High Performing,” or among the top 10% of hospitals in the nation, in five more specialties along with 18 procedures and conditions.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Pet insurance
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Health savings account
• Health Care FSA
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance programs