Admissions Therapist (53028)
Listed compensation
Salary Range: $50,000.00 - $50,000.00
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time · on_site
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- No weekends
Job description
- Salary Range: $50,000.00 - $50,000.00 Salary/yearJob Category: Nonprofit - Social Serviceshttps://info. flclearinghouse. com Position Summary: Schedules and facilitates admission/intake assessments and determines appropriate level of care. Conducts and prepares screenings, intakes, Biopsychosocial assessments, as well as develops the Initial/Preliminary Wellness & Recovery Plans for consumers upon admission. Essential Job Functions: Schedule and facilitate admissions Ensure the enrollment of each consumer into the most appropriate, least restrictive program and level of care Perform admissions duties as assigned: phone screening, information and referrals, crisis counseling, data tracking, brief phone assessments, coordinating with referral sources, support of outreach staff, coordination with internal staff – including consultation with medical personnel, work with outpatient staff and residential staff, complete assigned paperwork, work on special projects and grants, either in the office or at other locations, and according to best practices and agency standards. Conduct admission assessments using the standardized instrument designated by the Managing Entity (ME) Prepare Initial/Preliminary Wellness & Recovery Plans in collaboration with the consumer Make referrals for consumers to other agencies for services not available within theagency Prepare consumer admission records in accord with licensing, Medicaid, and Joint Commission standards and agency policy and procedure Provides the clients with an overview of the court programs and its expectations. Obtains collateral information pertinent to the treatment needs of the client. Participates as an active team member. Respond to subpoenas as needed regarding assessments completed. Assists with accessing appropriate community resources for clients or their respective family members. Maintains relationships with referral sources as needed. Attends shelter hearings as needed in order to facilitate referrals to Dependency Drug Court. Attends client hearings in order to present assessment recommendations to the court. Communicates with new referral sources and maintains a professional and positive relationship with Judges, defense attorneys, Department of Children and Families attorneys, court liaisons, etc. Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation Perform any other duties as assigned.
- ptoms, impact and manifestations of trauma Aware of the differences between trauma informed and trauma-specific services Understands the bidirectional relationships among substance use and mental disorders and trauma Understands the differences among various kinds of abuse and trauma, including: physical, emotional, and sexual abuse; domestic violence; experiences of war for both combat veterans and survivors of war; natural disasters; and community violence The ability to identify crises when they surface; mitigate or resolve the immediate problem; and de-escalate the situation, including the ability to develop Safety Plans, as needed The ability to provide information to individuals and families concerning alcohol or other drug abuse, mental health problems, and the available services and resources The ability to identify the needs of a consumer that cannot be met by the counselor or agency and to assist the consumer/family to utilize the support systems and community resources available Understanding of risk factors for transmission of or re-infection with HIV and factors related to disease progression Understanding of the relationship among mental health, substance use, physical health, and medication use on daily functioning Understanding and application of federal, state, local and agency confidentiality rules and professional standards of conduct Understanding of professional ethics, consumer rights, and professional responsibilities Understanding of issues related to individuals with varied identities in prevention, intervention, and treatment Understands that individuals with distinct community backgrounds, have different perceptions of health Demonstrates respect for individuals with varied identities when conducting assessments, developing Wellness and Recovery Plans, and providing services Understands that individuals with distinct community backgrounds define and perceive family and it’s importance differently Demonstrates ability to work effectively with individuals with distinct community backgrounds Knowledge of WestCare Mission, goals and values Knowledge of Incident Reporting Knowledge of HIPAA, Professional Ethics, Consumer Rights and Confidentiality Familiarity with WestCare services and programs Demonstrates a high degree of depend
- ability. Maintains a good attendance record. Observes working hours Shows flexibility and is responsive to requests from supervisor Works independently with minimal super
- vision Exhibits characteristics of good workmanship, and integrity on the job Work time is always productive Demonstrates ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with consumers, co-workers, external partners, and regulatory agencies Is courteous to consumers, staff, and all others. Demonstrates tact at the appropriate time. Cooperates with others both within and outside WestCare. Works well with supervisor; accepts direction and super
- vision Maintains a positive attitude toward work Ensures and maintains a safe working environment. Work area is clean and orderly. Verbalizes, understands and adheres to agency safety procedures. Demonstrates appropriate use of Unusual Incident Reports, in accordance with the Center’s reporting procedures Presents a positive personal image Dresses and maintains a professional demeanor CPR Certification, First Aid Certification and an annual Tuberculosis test. Ability utilize Microsoft Office Software Suite Ability to provide an Affidavit of Good Moral Character Clearance in Pre-Employment Drug Testing and Criminal Records Checks, as required. Working Conditions: Work is primarily performed in an office or outpatient treatment setting. Some outdoor activities may be required. Essential Physical and Mental Demands of the Job The employee must be able to perform the following essential duties and activities with or without accommodation: Physical Demands: Requires mobility and physical activity: Having an adequate range of body motion and mobility to work in an office, residential, or outdoor environment including standing and walking (even and uneven surfaces), sitting for extended periods of time, bending, twisting, reaching, balancing, occasional lifting and carrying of up to 50 pounds. Use of computer and telephone systems is required which includes coordination of eye and hand, and fine manipulation by the hands (typing, writing, and working with files). Requires the ability to defend oneself and clients in physically abusive situations through the use of approved physical de-escalation techniques. Requires talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
Key Responsibilities
The Admissions Therapist facilitates intake assessments, determines appropriate levels of care, and develops initial wellness and recovery plans for consumers. They also coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, maintain clinical records, and represent the agency in court hearings as needed.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a master's degree in a relevant field such as Social Work, Psychology, or Addiction Counseling. Professional licensure (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT) or certification (CAP, MCAP) in the state of Florida is preferred, along with two years of supervised therapy experience.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Admissions Therapist (53028) at Westcare a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Mental Health Therapy counselor listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
Counselor Career Context
Westcare ranks #12 of 15 employers hiring Counselor on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 54% are remote, 30% have no call, 58% require no weekends.
Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$50k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $48k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$50k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$4k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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- No weekends
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