Clinician I

Description

Who We Are

At Camillus House, we are driven by our mission to serve individuals and families experiencing homelessness in South Florida. Guided by the teachings of St. John of God, we provide compassionate care through housing, healthcare, behavioral health, and supportive services. Guided by our core values of Hospitality, Quality, Respect, Spirituality, and Responsibility, are at the heart of everything we do, helping us restore dignity and hope to those we serve.

Who You Are

You are a compassionate and dedicated behavioral health professional committed to supporting individuals on their path toward recovery and stability. You bring a strong foundation in trauma-informed and person-centered care, along with a desire to grow your clinical skills in a supportive, mission-driven environment. As a Clinician I, you are empathetic, organized, and collaborative. You value supervision, feedback, and teamwork, and you are motivated to deliver high-quality clinical services while continuing to develop professionally under the guidance of senior clinical staff.

What You’ll Do

The Clinician serves as a member of the Institute of Success & Personal Achievement (ISPA) residential treatment team, supporting the recovery of adults living with serious mental illness and/or substance use issues in Miami-Dade County. The Clinician provides evidence-based individual and group therapy, assists clients with obtaining housing and pursuing treatment goals, and meets individuals where they are in their recovery journey by providing a therapeutic environment that facilitates positive change. 

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling and   psychoeducational groups and document those services.
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and review them at   least quarterly.
• Develop, implement, and monitor client treatment plans   monthly and as needed.
• Document client progress in treatment within 24 hours   of each client encounter in HMIS, ICANotes, or another database utilized by   the agency.
• Document client discharge or transfer plans.
• Attend weekly treatment team meetings with staff   involved in client care to support the ongoing development of treatment   plans.
• Schedule and attend client medical, psychiatric, and   other appointments.
• Submit reports in a timely manner.
• Carry out and document quality assurance activities.
• Schedule client interviews.
• Assess and initiate crisis interventions and Baker   Acts, if necessary.
• Participate in disaster planning.
• Initiate referrals and follow up with legal, medical,   social service, and other providers for clients.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

• Education: Master’s degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, or a related field required.
• Experience: Entry-level clinical experience in behavioral health, such as internships or supervised training; experience or strong interest in serving adults experiencing homelessness, serious mental illness, or co-occurring disorders preferred. Experience in healthcare, social services, non profit or customer service setting.
• Clinical Skills: Foundational skills in assessment, counseling, crisis intervention, and treatment planning.
• Technical Proficiency: Comfortable using Microsoft Office Suite and electronic health record systems (HMIS, ICANotes, or similar).
• Professional Attributes: Excellent communication, organization, and documentation skills; ability to maintain professionalism and composure in challenging situations.
• Mission Alignment: A deep commitment to Camillus House’s mission and values, with a passion for serving vulnerable and underserved populations.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

• Must be able to stand, walk, sit, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional travel to community locations or client residences.
• Work environment ranges from low to moderate noise levels.
• Exposure to varying environmental conditions may occur.
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided as needed.

Requirements

Benefits & What We Offer

• Comprehensive Medical Plans (PPO & HMO options)
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• GAP Insurance (employer paid)
• Employer-paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life & AD&D
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Wellness Program (PHMP)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• Paid Federal & Floating Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer

Camillus House is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, valuing diversity, and fostering a culture of equity.