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Salary$ 55,120.00 plus $3979.00 in bonus potential About St. Augustine Youth Services (SAYS) St. Augustine Youth Services (SAYS) is dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment for children and adolescents who have experienced trauma, abuse, neglect, and other life challenges. Our team is committed to helping youth build resilience, develop healthy relationships, and achieve lasting success through compassionate, evidence-based care. Position Summary The Residential Master Level Clinician serves as a primary therapist for children residing in our therapeutic residential program. This position provides individual, group, and family therapy services while collaborating with multidisciplinary team members, caregivers, community partners, and referral sources to ensure comprehensive treatment and support for each child. The ideal candidate is passionate about working with youth, skilled in crisis intervention, and committed to providing trauma-informed, strengths-based care. Qualifications Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field. Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience. Experience working with children, adolescents, and families preferred. Ability to effectively manage crisis situations and provide therapeutic interventions. Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, and documentation skills. Excellent verbal and written communication abilities. Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary treatment team. Florida licensure or licensure eligibility preferred (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or Registered Intern). Valid Florida driver's license and acceptable driving record. Ability to pass all required background screenings. Essential Responsibilities Serve as Primary Therapist for up to ten (10) children in residential care. Provide individual, group, and family therapy services in accordance with each child's treatment plan. Complete comprehensive assessments, treatment plans, treatment plan updates, progress reports, and other required clinical documentation. Perform case management functions including assessment, planning, linking, advocacy, monitoring, and discharge planning. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders regarding treatment progress. Coordinate psychiatric, psychological, and other clinical services as needed. Administer required evaluations, outcome measures, and CFARS assessments. Communicate with legal guardians, parents, guardians ad litem, case managers, and other involved parties regarding treatment progress and significant events. Coordinate and facilitate family therapy sessions, including evening and weekend availability as needed. Ensure compliance with agency policies, state regulations, and licensing requirements. Provide leadership and support to residential staff to promote effective implementation of treatment plans. Participate in the agency's on-call rotation schedule. Schedule Full-time, 40 hours per week. Two weekend days per month required. Evening hours required at least once per month. Participation in an on-call rotation schedule. Why Join SAYS? Meaningful work that changes the lives of children and families. Collaborative and supportive clinical team. Opportunities for professional growth and development. Mission-driven organization committed to trauma-informed care and positive outcomes for youth. Join our team and help create hope, healing, and brighter futures for the children we serve. Why Join SAYS? At SAYS, you're more than an employee—you become part of a mission-driven team dedicated to changing lives.

We offer:

✔ Mission-focused work that truly matters ✔ Supportive leadership and collaborative team environment ✔ Opportunities for professional development and certification ✔ Stable full-time schedule ✔ Meaningful relationships with youth and families ✔ Competitive benefits package: Two Weeks Personal Time Off (PTO) One paid

Personal Mental Health Day Employer Healthcare Contribution:

Approximately $7,000 annually toward insurance costs 401(k) Retirement Plan through Voya Employer match available based on annual funding Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employer-paid confidential counseling/support services Tuition Reimbursement for Higher Education (Available based on annual funding)  Please see the link to the new Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website. This site was implemented under the directive of House Bill 531 (2025).

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