Licensed Behavioral Health Outpatient Therapist - Behavioral Health Grants

The Licensed Behavioral Health (BH) Outpatient Therapist provides culturally competent, ethical, and compassionate behavioral health services to individuals, families, and couples in an outpatient setting.

This role is essential in supporting patients with diverse backgrounds and mental health and substance use needs, helping them achieve emotional wellness and improved quality of life. Responsible for performing job duties in accordance with mission, vision, and values of Tampa General Hospital.

Essential Functions

Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop personalized treatment plans.

Assist individuals in identifying and utilizing resources in the community for additional behavioral health, recovery, and SDOH support.

Maintain accurate documentation of patient interactions and progress; maintain confidentiality of all personal information.

• Provide individual and family psychotherapy utilizing evidence-based approaches.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Uphold HIPAA standards and maintain patient confidentiality.

**The Mobile Behavioral Health Team Member provides community-based outreach, assessment, intervention, care coordination, and linkage to services for individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use disorders. This role operates primarily in underserved and vulnerable communities, delivering services directly on the mobile unit and other non-traditional environments to reduce barriers to care and improve access to behavioral health services.

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy or Psychology

License – Issues by Florida or Compact State

Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Mental Health Counselor or Licensed Marital and Family Therapy

Work Experience and Additional Information

One (1) to two (2) years relevant clinical experience in an outpatient setting, inclusive of 1,500 hours of supervised, post-Master’s clinical experience.

Experience working with military and veteran populations

Technical Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge working with children, adolescents, and adults in an outpatient setting with diverse populations presenting range of behavioral health conditions, including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and substance use disorders.

Highly motivated, independent, and capable of performing in a complex environment with the ability to prioritize effectively and complete tasks.

Excellent interpersonal skills and competence to establish rapport and build supporting, trusting relationships and maintain healthy boundaries and respect for patient rights and personal preferences.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.