Children's Outpatient Licensed Therapy Specialist

Join Our Dynamic Team at David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health (DLC) - Naples Campus!

DLC IS AN HRSA-APPROVED WORKPLACE!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Do you have a passion for working with children and adolescents? Do you want the opportunity to partner with a dynamic group of professionals to grow and innovate services? DLC invites you to be a part of our esteemed team where we offer lifesaving and life-changing behavioral health care services.

About Us:

Located in beautiful Naples, Florida, DLC is a renowned leader in the behavioral health field, delivering comprehensive and innovative mental health and substance use treatment services. With over 50 years of dedicated service to the region, DLC is a not-for-profit organization accredited by The Joint Commission and overseen by a volunteer board of community leaders.

Position Details:

As a Licensed Professional Therapist at our Naples campus, you will have the opportunity to provide therapy services utilizing evidence-based practices and be trained to receive additional certifications.  Primary functions include:

- Use of evidenced-based practices.

- Engaging children, adolescents, and family members in life-changing therapy.

- Timely compliance with agency trainings.

- Identifying DSM 5-TR Diagnoses.

- Developing and reviewing Treatment Plans.

- Maintaining a manageable caseload based on client needs, frequency of sessions and clinician availability.

- Growing the Children's Outpatient Continuum of evidence-based services through community engagement, forming connections, and innovating.

- Maintaining documentation requirements in electronic health records.

- Collaborating with the care coordinator when assistance is needed on certain administrative tasks. 

- Meet quarterly required billing expectations once a full caseload is achieved.

Requirements to Join Our Elite Outpatient Team:

- Master's degree in social work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related field

- Clear/Active FL Therapy License (LMFT/LMHC/LCSW). Licensed Eligible Candidates will be considered if they are on track to become licensed within 3 months of employment.

- Compliance with immunizations

- Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) preferred

- Spanish bilingual preferred

- Ability to pass necessary background checks

Compensation & Schedule:

- Competitive salary based on experience

- This position provides compensation for exceeding productivity requirements.

- Stipend applied to salary for the ongoing provision of group services. 

- Retention Bonus

- Sign-On Bonus

- Relocation Assistance

- Four-day work week

- No Weekends or Holidays

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

- 401(k) with Employer Match and Vesting Opportunities

- Employer Paid Life/AD&D Insurance

- Generous PTO & Paid Holidays

- Employer paid medical option

- Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

- Employee Discounts through BenefitHub

- Health & Wellness Initiatives including EAP

- Tuition/Licensure Reimbursement Plans & Loan Forgiveness

Additional Rewards:

DLC is a beacon of hope for individuals and families facing mental health and substance use challenges in Southwest Florida. Join us in our mission to save lives, keep families together, and restore dignity to those in need.

If you are dedicated to providing exceptionally compassionate care and making a powerful difference in the lives of our clients, contact Head Recruiter Beth Poulin directly via bethp@dlcenters.org to explore this exciting opportunity! Let's inspire change and empower individuals toward life-changing wellness together.