Nicklaus Children's Hospital·Naples, Florida
This role involves overseeing and providing behavioral individual and/or family therapy services through an outpatient clinic, which includes completing initial psychosocial evaluations and developing treatment plans. The therapist must also ensure accurate billing and documentation immediately following each patient visit and provide evidence-based psychological intervention.
Minimum Job Requirements Master's degree mental health field required.
State of Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment.
American Heart Association (AHA) BLS required within 90 days of hire - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment.
CPI (Crisis Intervention Training) required within 180 days of hire – maintain active and in good standing throughout employment.
Level II finger printing background required.
At least 2-3 years of experience in individual, group and family therapy.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Master's degree in mental health field required.
At least 1 year experience in individual, group and family therapy with a pediatric population preferred.
Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families and co-workers.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
Ability to interpret, adapt and react calmly under stressful conditions.
Ability to problem solve to formulate a plan for treatment, education or nutrition and to evaluate patient’s response to the implementation of the plan.
As required under the directive of House Bill 531 (2025) we are providing the link below to the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website. https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Candidates must possess a Master's degree in a mental health field and maintain active licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Florida. A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in therapy is required, along with obtaining BLS and CPI certifications shortly after hiring.
Market context
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