Teen Therapist- LCSW/LMHC

Overview

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Teen Therapist with licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) to join our dynamic behavioral health team. In this role, you will provide comprehensive mental health services tailored to adolescents, college students, and young adults supporting their emotional well-being and developmental needs. Your expertise will help empower teens to overcome challenges, build resilience, and achieve positive outcomes through evidence-based therapeutic interventions. This opportunity offers a rewarding environment where your clinical skills and compassionate approach will make a meaningful difference in young lives.

Duties

• Conduct thorough intake assessments to evaluate teens’ mental health status, developmental history, and social functioning.
• Develop individualized treatment plans incorporating various therapeutic modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and behavioral therapy tailored to adolescent needs.
• Provide individual counseling sessions focused on issues like anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, addiction, autism spectrum disorders, and other behavioral health concerns.
• Facilitate group therapy sessions aimed at social skills development, peer support, and psychoeducation for adolescents.
• Engage in family counseling to strengthen communication and support systems within the teen’s environment.
• Implement crisis intervention strategies promptly and effectively during acute mental health episodes or emergencies.
• Maintain accurate and confidential medical records using Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including case managers, psychiatrists, educators, and community providers to coordinate care plans.
• Utilize motivational interviewing techniques to foster motivation for change and enhance treatment engagement.
• Conduct diagnostic evaluations utilizing ICD-10/ICD-9 coding systems for accurate diagnosis documentation.
• Participate in clinical research initiatives related to adolescent mental health and behavioral interventions.
• Collect data for quality improvement projects and contribute to ongoing research efforts in pediatric and adolescent psychiatry.
• Stay current with developments in psychopharmacology, special education strategies, and working with individuals with developmental disabilities or autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Experience

• Valid licensure as an LCSW or LMHC with experience working directly with children and adolescents in clinical settings.
• Demonstrated proficiency in psychotherapy techniques including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, applied behavior analysis (ABA), and crisis management.
• Hands-on experience conducting intake assessments, patient care planning, and diagnostic evaluations using ICD coding systems (ICD-10/ICD-9).
• Proven ability to work effectively with diverse populations including youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), developmental disabilities, PTSD, addiction issues, and complex behavioral health needs.
• Experience delivering services within hospital settings or community-based programs is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with EMR systems for documentation of medical records, treatment notes, CPT coding practices, and medical terminology is essential.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations related to patient confidentiality and medical documentation standards.
• Strong skills in case management, group facilitation, social work practices, and crisis intervention techniques tailored for adolescents.
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines while maintaining a compassionate approach that respects cultural diversity and individual differences. Join us in making a lasting impact on the lives of young people by providing expert mental health care rooted in empathy, evidence-based practice, and a commitment to excellence!

Pay: $50.00 - $55.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lutz, FL 33548