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Lakewood Center
Mental Health Clinician
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What they do
A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
$33,519 / year median in Florida
+20% projected growth
Job Description
Join a Mission-Driven Team That's Making a Difference Who we are... Lakewood Center is more than just a workplace — we're a long-term residential treatment community that believes in dignity, independence, and purposeful living for adults with mental illness. If you're passionate about mental health and looking for meaningful work with great benefits in a supportive environment, we'd love to meet you. What you will be doing... As a Clinician, you'll play a key role in supporting our residents' daily routines and emotional well-being. You'll work closely with our team to create a safe, structured, and compassionate environment where residents can thrive. Candidate will possess Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field. Experience working with adults with mental illness identifying their abilities and interests to enhance their quality of life. Experience in the areas of resident care, mental health and group facilitation. Knowledge of major medical and psychiatric case management, common medications and side effects, crisis intervention techniques, residents' rights. Have a working knowledge of applicable Florida Statutes. Self-motivated and able to work independently. Obtain certification in CPR, AED, First Aid, required trainings within 90 days of employment. Ability to do a combination of stand, sit or walk during an 8-hour shift and able to lift up to 25 pounds. Completion of all pre-employment requirements to include a valid Florida driver's license with clean history, TB testing, Drug screen, ACHA Level II Background check ( https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ ), and favorable references/screenings. Shared on call and weekend coverage. Must have excellent customer service skills, ability to work collaboratively while contributing to a positive company culture. What we offer... Paid Time Off - 4 weeks a year! Accrues from the day you start, Health insurance, 85% paid by Lakewood Medical Gap insurance, 100% paid by Lakewood Dental insurance, HMO or PPO options Vision insurance 100% Lakewood paid Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance, Short and Long term disability Lakewood funded retirement plan after one year. You don't have to match, currently Lakewood contributes 9% of your gross pay to your retirement plan after one year of service. 100% vested after 5 years! Supportive, mission-driven team environment Also, who said there is no "free lunch"? We offer one meal per shift in our beautiful dining hall! Find out more about us at LakewoodCenter.org.