Counselor III/Outpatient – (3385) Position Available In Walton, Florida

Between $57k and
$63k
Per Year
DOE (Depends on Experience) Counselor III/Outpatient – (3385)
LifeView Group

Occupation:

Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors

Location:

Defuniak Springs, FL – 32433
Positions available: 1
Job #: 12476861

Source:

Employ Florida

Posted:

3/19/2025

Updated:

4/11/2025

Expires:

5/18/2025

Web Site:

Employ Florida
Onsite /

Remote:

Not Specified

Job Type:

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Reference #: 3385 Overview $1000 Sign-on Bonus Compensation The salary ranges from $56,672 – $62,800 per year based on experience. Lakeview Center is a part of the Federal Loan Repayment Program – HRSA.gov Lakeview Center (LCI) provides comprehensive behavioral health care to adults and children with mental illnesses, drug and alcohol dependencies and intellectual disabilities. Across Northwest Florida, our services range from residential treatment to outpatient counseling, psychiatry, trauma care, treatments for substance misuse and 24/7 support for those with serious mental illnesses. Learn more at eLakeviewCenter.org.

Position Summary:

Primary duty is the performance of work requiring advanced knowledge (Master’s Degree, License/Certification) in the field of Human Services, and to use such advanced knowledge to consistently exercise discretion and independent judgment in providing the highest quality client-centered therapeutic services. Must also use such advanced knowledge and experience to serve as a consultant and mentor to other non-licensed Master’s Level Direct Care employees, Bachelor’s Level Direct Care employees and Behavioral Technicians, among other staff. This position is entrusted with the highest level of responsibility and insight in treating clients and ensuring services are provided and documented in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, in addition to LCI and division standards. Based on the knowledge and degree required, this position will serve as a lead position in the provision of direct care. Therapeutic services include but are not limited to, assessment, treatment planning, direct service provision, person centered services and management of client risk and safety.

Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in psychology, social work, counseling, rehabilitation, or a related human services field (a related human services field is one in which major course work includes the study of human behavior and development)
At least two (2) years’ experience working with children, adolescents, adults, or families who have mental health, substance abuse and/or co-occurring disorders or developmental disabilities.
Must hold an active Florida license as clinical social worker, mental health counselor and/or marriage and family counselor.
Must be eligible to participate in state or federally funded programs such as Medicaid.
Must be able to provide individualized, integrated mental health, substance abuse and co-occurring services to meet the needs of individuals served and their families.
Must be able to travel locally to clients’ homes, training locations and other locations as necessary.
Must be able to pass organization screening requirements, including state or federal background screenings as appropriate.
Must possess a valid driver’s license from the state in which you reside, a good driving record and be insurable under the corporate policy. To Apply Interested applicants please visit https://www.lifeviewgroup.org/careers-overview and complete the on-line application. If you require additional assistance, please call Human Resources at 850-495-3512. LifeView Group, Inc.is an Equal Opportunity employer. Individuals with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Drug Free Workplace Employer, DRUG

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