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Tamarac, Florida

Primary Therapist

CounselorFull-Time

Compensation

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: 0SY43 - TAMARAC DETOX LLC - TAMARAC, FL 33321Position Summary: The Primary Therapist at WE LEVEL UP is responsible for providing comprehensive therapeutic services to clients, facilitating their mental health recovery and personal growth.

This role involves assessing clients' needs, developing individualized treatment plans, and delivering high-quality therapy sessions to support clients in achieving their therapeutic goals. Position Responsibilities: Conduct thorough assessments of clients' mental health conditions and needs.

Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to each client's specific needs and goals. Provide individual and group therapy sessions using evidence-based therapeutic techniques. Monitor and document clients' progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to ensure effectiveness.

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate care and provide holistic support to clients. Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with legal and ethical standards. Participate in regular supervision and professional development activities to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.

Educate clients and their families about mental health conditions and coping strategies. Advocate for clients' needs and connect them with additional resources and support services as needed.

Qualifications

Required Education

Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field from an accredited institution. CPR Certification Required Experience: Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in a therapeutic setting, preferably in a mental health or substance abuse facility.

Proven track record of working effectively with diverse populations, including individuals with complex mental health needs. Experience in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans and therapeutic interventions.

Required Skills and Abilities: Strong understanding of therapeutic modalities and evidence-based practices, including CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with clients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.

Ability to maintain professional boundaries and ethical standards in all client interactions. Proficient in maintaining accurate and timely clinical documentation and case notes. Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of each client.

Key Responsibilities

The Primary Therapist is responsible for conducting mental health assessments and developing individualized treatment plans for clients. They facilitate individual and group therapy sessions while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field and possess a valid CPR certification. A minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in a therapeutic setting, particularly in mental health or substance abuse, is required.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Mental health assessmentIndividualized treatment planningIndividual therapyCrisis interventionMultidisciplinary collaborationPatient advocacySubstance abuse counselingTreatment plan adjustment

Addiction Medicine — Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Addiction Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 42% are remote, 28% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Addiction Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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Salary Distribution48 jobs · 40 employers

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<$70k
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$70k-90k
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$90k-110k
10
$110k-130k
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$130k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks32 jobs

401k / retirement match
94%
CME allowance
31%
Sign-on bonus
25%
Loan repayment
9%
PSLF eligible
9%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Addiction Medicine (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,291 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Tamarac

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$418k
Typical market rent
$2,198/mo
Residents’ average commute
31 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.