Acadia·Marion County, Florida
The Equine Therapist provides therapeutic support to clients using equine-assisted methods and develops individualized treatment plans. They are responsible for conducting sessions, maintaining clinical documentation, and collaborating with the treatment team to facilitate patient recovery.
Starting at $28.00/Hr. PRN - As needed About Us Located on 96 acres in Florida’s Ocala National Forest, The Refuge – A Healing Place offers the highest quality treatment for individuals struggling with mental health and addiction diagnoses. Our evidence based clinical program focuses on healing the whole person with a balance of process and psycho-educational groups along with wellness modalities. We believe trauma resides in the nervous system, and our nature-based approach helps clients process trauma and reduce maladaptive coping mechanisms. At The Refuge, we understand that every recovery journey is unique. Our team uses diverse, evidence-based methods to create individualized paths to healing. Position Overview The Equine Therapist plays a central role in supporting clients through their healing journey through the use of equine assisted therapy. This position provides therapeutic support with an equine component and will work closely with the equine and maintenance team. Pay for position starts at $28.00 per hour, and increases based on experience.
Master’s degree in counseling, social work, or related field Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern or Registered Clinical Social Work Intern Fully Licensed Therapists welcome - pay for fully licensed clinicians starts at $75k Experience with trauma‑informed care, addiction treatment, or residential settings preferred Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively Commitment to ethical, compassionate, client‑centered care We are proud of our competitive benefits offering: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance 401K with employer match PTO and Sick Time EAP program that includes employee and family counseling; financial assistance; life event preparation and more!
Apply psychotherapeutic techniques and interventions in the delivery of services to individuals and families for the purpose of treating such diagnosed emotional and behavioral health disorders. Conduct psychosocial assessment and develop an initial discharge plan. Conduct individual, group or family sessions as appropriate for the treatment plan of the patient. Provide initial treatment planning for patient based on assessment and coordinate any additional services needed and revise as necessary. Maintain documentation of therapy services provided to each patient, according to facility and professional standards and revise as needed. Maintain a caseload as assigned. Participate in treatment team meetings and collaborate with other staff to facilitate services for the patient as appropriate to their treatment plan. May provide these services in an inpatient or outpatient setting. Provide case management, discharge planning or after-care planning according to treatment plan. May assist in educating and training staff on behavior management or therapeutic crisis intervention. May coordinate various clinical and psychosocial or educational activities with patient and their families. Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
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FUNCTIONS: Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related field and possess appropriate state licensure. At least two years of experience as a therapist, including one year with the relevant population, is required.
Market context
In Florida, behavioral-health roles are typically in steady demand across community clinics, schools, and care settings serving diverse populations. Competition often centers on licensure status, supervised experience, and the ability to work well with interdisciplinary teams while applying mental health ethics and cultural awareness. Review the full posting carefully and confirm your Master’s degree, Registered Intern License, and communication experience; this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits can save you time by condensing the original job description.
