Therapist [Master's Degree OR Licensed (LCSW or LMHC)]

Posting No. BCI-2026-15 POST

Position: Therapist [Master’s Degree or Licensed (LCSW / LMHC)]

Employment Status: Full-Time (FT)

Position Summary:

Bridgeway Center, Inc. (BCI) is seeking applicants for the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Therapist who will work with clients to effectively address Mental Health (MH) and Substance Abuse (SA) issues by providing accessible client-centered, cost-effective, and quality outcome-based care.

The Therapist will provide Mental Health (MH) and Substance Abuse (SA) screenings, assessments, groups, and individual and family psychotherapy.

Applicants must be outgoing and enjoy working with the public, professional, and para-professional team. Have the ability to collaborate and communicate with BCI departments and external stakeholders. Must be able to multi-task and remain professional at all times to ensure that each client has a positive and helpful therapeutic experience.

Why Join BCI?

At BCI, you’ll be part of a dynamic and innovative team dedicated to improving the quality of life for the individuals we serve. As a Therapist, your work will be both rewarding and impactful, as you make a difference every day in the lives of our clients.

We provide comprehensive training, mentoring, and coaching throughout your onboarding process to ensure your success and professional growth.

We encourage you to explore this amazing opportunity further by submitting your application and resume today!

Benefits Offered: BCI offers competitive salary and benefits. Benefits include:

· Eleven (11) Paid Holidays

· Seventeen (17) days per year of PTO

· 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match

· Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

· Health Care / Dependent Care Reimbursement Program

· Employer Paid $15,000.00 Life Insurance

· Teladoc

· Health Insurance

· Vision / Dental Insurance

Minimum Requirements:

· Master’s degree in a related human services field i.e., Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling OR;

· Clear and active Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) OR Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)in the State of Florida.

· Must be willing to see clients ages five (5) through adult.

· Must be willing to work with Substance Use Disorder (SUD) clients.

Bilingual/bicultural English and Spanish preferred (not required).

Applicants must be able to pass an Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) Medicaid and Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) Level II background check (Clearinghouse Education and Awareness Website: https://info.flclearinghouse.com), National Sex Offender Registry search, Office of Inspector General (OIG) check (if you have previously worked for DCF (including Contract or Subcontract Provider), drug screen, and Tuberculosis (TB) test. Applicants must be at least twenty-one (21) years old and possess a valid Florida Driver's License with no more than three (3) points on their driving record to be insured under BCI's automobile insurance policy.

Please include a resume with the application.

Knowledge / Skills / & Abilities:

· Maintain confidentiality.

· Ability to display sensitivity all persons and cultures.

· Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Duties / Responsibilities:

Some of the job tasks and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

· Completes mental health and substance abuse assessments/screenings.

· Responsible for providing individual, family, and/or group therapy services for assigned caseload based upon assessed clinical needs and individualized treatment plans. Completes discharge planning.

· Provides documentation in accordance with BCI policies and procedures in Electronic Health Record (EHR).

· Contributes to program development and implementation of written and/or verbally directed clinical procedures.

· Participates in mandatory as well as elective educational activities.

· Attends staff meetings and follows all team/program protocols.

· Adheres to universal precautions and other appropriate infection control practices.

· Adheres to safety and security policies and participates in disaster drills.

· Follows security regulations and policies, with consideration of clinical factors.

· Completes Biopsychosocial Assessments, treatment plans, progress reports, and summaries and attends staff meetings as scheduled.

· Completes chart reviews as required.

· Facilitate a therapeutic group at least one (1) day per week.

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

Work Location: Fort Walton Beach (FWB)

Work Hours: Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Wage: The wage for a Therapist [Master’s Degree] position is $25.00 per hour.

The wage for a Licensed (LCSW / LMHC) Therapist position is $31.25 per hour.

NOTE: APPLICANTS WHO DO NOT MEET MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS WILL NOT

BE CONSIDERED. ALL APPLICANTS ARE SUBJECT TO DRUG TESTING.

REPLY TO:

Bridgeway Center, Inc. (BCI)

Human Resources (HR) Department

850.200.0094

205 Shell Ave. SE – Building A, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

Posted By: (HR)

BRIDGEWAY CENTER, INC. (BCI) IS A DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE AND AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Pay: $25.00 - $31.25 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Master's (Required)

License/Certification:

• LCSW OR LMHC (Preferred)

Location:

• Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person