Primary Therapist
hace 23 días
Pompano Beach
Job Description Primary Therapist Boca Recovery Center Website Location: On Site - Pompano, Florida Department: Clinical Services Reports to: Clinical Director Salary: Competitive, based on licensure and experience About Boca Recovery Center Founded in 2016, Boca Recovery Center is a nationally recognized addiction treatment provider specializing in substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. With locations in Florida, New Jersey, Indiana, and Massachusetts, we deliver evidence-based clinical care in a supportive, structured environment. Our team is committed to providing trauma-informed, client-centered services that promote lasting recovery. Position Overview We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Primary Therapist to join our clinical team in Pompano, Florida. This role is responsible for conducting assessments, providing evidence-based counseling, coordinating care, and supporting clients through every stage of treatment. The ideal candidate will bring a trauma-informed and culturally competent approach to working with individuals with substance use and co-occurring disorders. Key Responsibilities • Assess the counseling needs of clients using evidence-based tools such as the ASI or other validated assessments., • Diagnose substance use and co-occurring disorders using DSM-5 criteria., • Determine appropriate level of care using ASAM criteria., • Obtain and review clinical records relevant to the current treatment episode., • Collaborate with clients to develop individualized, recovery-oriented treatment plans with measurable goals., • Deliver individual and group substance abuse counseling services in accordance with treatment plans., • Conduct periodic reviews using ASAM to determine the need for continued services or discharge., • Revise treatment plans as needed to reflect client progress and new challenges., • Develop comprehensive discharge and transfer plans to ensure continuity of care., • Coordinate with referral sources, including mental health professionals, criminal justice agencies, schools, and employers., • Participate as an active member of a multidisciplinary treatment team., • Provide clinical consultation and care coordination across departments., • Document all assessments, counseling sessions, referrals, and follow-up services in the clinical record with proper signatures and dates., • Attend daily and weekly staffing meetings as scheduled., • Recognize and respond appropriately to psychiatric crises, including suicidality and homicidality., • Adhere to agency policies, procedures, and mandatory reporting requirements., • Maintain a culturally sensitive and ethical approach to all client interactions., • Address and respond to issues related to addiction, trauma, and dual diagnosis based on clinical expertise. Essential Skills & Attributes • Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills., • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team., • High level of ethical conduct and understanding of confidentiality laws., • Ability to manage crisis situations with professionalism and composure., • Effective verbal and written communication., • Cultural awareness and sensitivity in therapeutic interactions. Requirements • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in chemical dependency and psychiatric settings preferred., • Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a health-related field., • Active licensure in the State of Florida preferred., • Knowledge of Joint Commission standards preferred. Boca Recovery Center offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: • Health Insurance, • Retirement Plans, • Disability Coverage, • Paid Time Off