School Based Therapist

Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Provide individual, family, and group counseling services to individuals in a community-based setting.  Provide written documentation about clients’ progress as well as communicate collaboratively with team and community partners. This role will work with community partners and local stakeholders to provide comprehensive care in the community. As a part of the community based team, the Therapist will meet with individuals in their own environment such as in the client’s home, hospital, the office, schools/work, etc. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide crisis intervention services in the community.
• Responsible for developing, implementing, evaluating, and updating treatment plans with input from the client and family.
• Conduct clinical behavioral health assessments. 
• Enters written documentation into Electronic Medical Record in a timely manner for all services rendered. 
• Provide supportive and educational counseling services (individual, family and group) to develop daily living and coping skills.
• Assist clients with developing natural support systems. Refer, advocate, and link clients and families to additional services as needed.
• Complete all required agency trainings to maintain 100% compliance. Maintains departmental productivity expectations. Additional training and/or certification may be required based on specific program guidelines.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.
• Ability to develop supportive relationships with persons with legal, mental health, substance use, and co-occurring issues while maintaining appropriate therapeutic boundaries. 
• Possess knowledge of mental illness and recovery including the ability to collaborate with community partners.
• Understanding of populations affected by mental illness, proven skills in networking among diverse agencies, and strong planning and personnel management abilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Level              

Master's Degree required. 

Years of Experience       

Must have experience with mental health and/or co-occurring issues. One year of relevant experience is preferred.

Certification/Licensure 

Must have a valid FL driver’s license.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Standing – 10%

Sitting – 90%

Squatting – Occasional

Kneeling – Occasional

Bending – Occasional

Driving – Occasional

Lifting – Occasional

DISCLAIMER

The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Salary Range: $36,379 - $50,981

Time Type:

Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and ten paid holidays
• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
• Employee Resource Groups
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Centerstone does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.

Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.

Salary : $36,379 - $50,981