MS Therapist Reg Intern - MRT - 028

LifeStream is a behavioral health and social services organization that provides high-quality treatment, education, care management, rehabilitation, child welfare, primary care and homeless services to children, adolescents, and adults. Located in Central Florida, LifeStream primarily serves the residents of Lake, Citrus and Sumter Counties, with additional programs located in Orange, Marion, Hernando counties.

MS THERAPIST REG INTERN - MRT 028

Mobile Response Teams(MRT) is a 24-hour, 7 day per week service that provides assistance for mental health and substance use crises for children, adolescents and young adults up to age 25 in Lake, Citrus and Sumter Counties. 

JOB SUMMARY: The Therapist Registered Intern has training in  Substance Abuse or Mental Health (SU/MH) professions and clinical skill and experience to assess, plan, develop, coordinate, and provide treatment, rehabilitation, and support services to persons suffering from a SU/MH illness.  The Intern will work with consumers and families under the clinical supervision of a Supervisor.  Functions as a clinical member of an assigned program and provides treatment, rehabilitation, and support services or may be designated by the team leader to function as the lead mental health professional.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinates treatment, rehabilitation and support to consumers and his or her family related SU/MH
• Completes timely and appropriate documentation of services
• Must successfully function in a fast-paced, team-driven work environment
• Provide management for an assigned group of consumers and families including coordinating and monitoring the activities of the treatment team
• Assume primary responsibility for developing, writing, implementing, evaluating and revising overall treatment goals and plans in conjunction with the other team members
• Provide individual, family and/or group therapy ensuring immediate changes are made in the treatment plans as individuals’ needs change
• Educate and support consumers family, and advocate for individuals’ rights and preferences 
• Documents progress to maintain a permanent record of activities according to established methods and procedures
• Provide treatment, counseling, therapeutic mentoring, training or, behavioral modification, family education, and family support network development, behavior management, sober living or relapse when necessary related to SU/MH
• Make appropriate changes in treatment plans to ensure immediate and appropriate interventions are provided in response to changes in SU/MH which put consumer at risk
• Provide education to consumer and his or her family to identify symptoms related to his or her SU/MH diagnosis
• The ability to comply with the regulations requiring a workplace of dignity and respect and equal employment opportunity compliance.
• The ability to work collaboratively with others and to accept constructive criticism from supervisors and managers.
• Willingness to abide by the company’s published rules and regulations

KNOWLEDGE AND JOB SKILLS: Must have a clear understanding of the characteristics and problems for consumers with a mental health diagnosis (es) or co-occurring mental health and substance abuse diagnoses.    Must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.  Displays excellent telephone and customer service skills. Must be able to function effectively within a team; however must also be able to function with a high level of autonomy.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: 

Education:

• • Master’s degree in Behavioral Health Sciences, such as mental health counseling, social work, or psychology required
  • Licensed or psychology degree from an accredited school required
  • Must be eligible to be a registered intern seeking licensure with the State of Florida to be considered for the position and must apply to be a registered intern within 30 days of acceptance of the position.

Experience:

Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with consumers with Substance Abuse/Behavioral Health needs.

Driving Requirements:

Must be Over the age of 21 required

Minimum of 5-years driving experience required

Possess a Valid FL Driver’s license (within 30 days of hire if currently do not possess)

Possess a continuously valid US Driver’s license for the past three years, from date of issue required

Safe Driving record required

CHECK OUT THESE GREAT BENEFITS!

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance 
• Short Term Disability 
• Pension Plan 
• 403(b) 
• PTO over 4 weeks your 1st year! 
• Flexible Work Schedules 
• Shift and Weekend Differentials 
• And More! 

Quick Apply or through LifeStream's Website: 

https://secure3.entertimeonline.com/ta/6030993.careers?CareersSearch            

LifeStream is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant based on age, citizenship, color, covered veteran status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.