Therapist

**GENERAL DESCRIPTION:** Performs substance abuse and mental health counseling work on an individual patient basis and in a group setting. Duties primarily consist of conducting and documenting services such as counseling, psycho\-educational groups, psychosocial assessment, case management, and treatment planning. Counseling includes discussion of issues associated with MAPS patient’s substance use and other co\-occurring conditions in an effort to work toward a constructive resolution of those problems and ultimately toward recovery. May be required to use telehealth services to provide clinical screenings, assessments, and counseling. **ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:** * Commitment to workplace of dignity and respect * Compliance with all Equal Employment Opportunity rules and guidelines * Ability to work with others cooperatively and cordially in a spirit of teamwork * Ability to appear at work as scheduled, mindful of the company’s attendance policies * Ability to accept direction from managers and supervisors in a respectful and collaborative manner **EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:** Must meet one of the following criteria: * Master’s degree from an accredited university or college with a major in counseling, social work, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation, special education, health education, or a related human services field. * Registered marriage and family therapy, clinical social work, and mental health counseling intern. * Certified master’s degree level addiction professional (MCAP) certified by the Florida Certification Board * Certified addictions professional (CAP) certified by the Florida Certification Board * Certified addiction counselor (CAC) certified by the Florida Certification Board * Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) * Florida Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) **LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS:** * Current CPR and First Aid Certification if client contact is part of job **ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:** * Ability to move about treatment facility, both indoors and out * Ability to lift and carry 5 to 10 pounds reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability **WORKPLACE STANDARDS:** * Adheres to company time and attendance standards, with understanding of the needs of a 24\-hour residential program if applicable * Demonstrates knowledge of company policy and procedure * Performs other duties as assigned and maintains a safe work environment **SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:** * Must have a valid driver's license * Must pass a level II background check and drug screen * Must maintain current training as required by Operation PAR, Inc. policies **ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:** * Treatment program environment * Exposure to individuals who may be experiencing emotional distress or agitation * Possible exposure to clients with communicable diseases * Involves some outdoor activities * In\-home or community environments