Outpatient Care Coordinator jobs in Fort Myers, FL

Outpatient Therapist - Adult

Location: Punta Gorda, FL

Position Summary

• Responsible for assessing and treating mental health, substance use, or co-occurring disorders.
• Complete thorough comprehensive assessments for adults and children, as scheduled.
• Development and implementation of recovery-focused service plans, which include measurable objectives stated in appropriate terms.
• Provide evidence-based brief and solution-focused individual, marital, family, and/or group therapy.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, per agency standards.
• Effectively communicate with related community service organizations.
• Respond to crisis situations for current caseload, as needed.
• Average caseload for full-time outpatient therapist is 60 - 80 patients.
• Able to meet standard agency expectations, based on an annualized target. (part-time target is prorated based on the number of hours worked)

Required Skills/Abilities

• Experience working with both children and adults.
• Knowledge and skills providing treatment to individuals with mental health and substance use disorders.
• Ability to evaluate patient needs and provide direct services
• Ability to work effectively with staff, patients, community agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Knowledge of rules and regulations pertaining to care and treatment of individuals with psychiatric or phase of life problems; including overall treatment concepts and objectives.
• Computer proficiency, attention to detail, and strong oral and written communication skills.

Minimum Requirements

• MA/MS in Human Services field.
• Minimum two (2) years' clinical experience.
• Ability to pass a level II Background clearance and drug test.
• Valid FL drivers' license, insurance, and safe driving record.