Therapist

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Would you like to make a difference in the lives of those in the greatest of need? Imagine how it would feel to know that you have helped to transform somebody’s life.

ABOUT US The Caring Place (@Miami Rescue Mission & Broward Outreach Centers) is a leading provider of services to the homeless and needy of South Florida. We are looking for like-minded, dynamic individuals to come and join our team. The Caring Place provides emergency shelter, residential programs, job training, education & computer literacy classes, healthcare, transitional housing, permanent housing, employment opportunities for homeless men, women, and children as well as programs for “at-risk” youth.

We are currently seeking a PT Therapist for our Broward Outreach Centers and The Caring Place Center for Men in Hollywood and Miami, FL,

Job summary

The Behavioral Health Therapist (BHT) reports to the Behavioral Health Services Manager, and is responsible for counseling individuals or groups regarding mental health and substance abuse, resulting in developing and implementing a comprehensive treatment plan. May also train and oversee student interns in the Behavioral Health Services Department.

Core duties/Responsibilities

• Interviews residents, reviews records, and confers with other professionals to evaluate condition of residents
• Ensures that each client is treated with dignity and respect
• Maintains confidentiality of each client in accordance with Health Insurance Portability Act (HIPAA)
• Observes residents to detect indications of abnormal physical or mental behavior
• Formulates a customized treatment plan for each resident, and coordinates plan with resident’s case manager
• Plans and administers therapeutic treatment such as behavior modification and stress management therapy, to assist resident in controlling disorders. Changes method and degree of therapy depending on resident’s progress.
• Discusses progress toward goals with resident such as controlling anger, substance abuse, or other life controlling problem
• Networks with other agencies as needed
• Monitors condition of residents to evaluate success of therapy.
• Consults with residents’ case manager and other specialists concerning treatment plan and amends plan as directed
• Conducts individual, group, and family counseling as needed and within the confines of the Broward Outreach Centers (BOC) program