FACT Mental Health Professional
Mental Health Resource Center
- Jacksonville, FL
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- 403b
- PTO
- Paid Holidays
- Flexible Spending Account
- Employee Assistance Program
- MHRC offers assistance with Clinical Supervision hours for Masters Level Registered Interns in full time positions.
- Provides treatment, rehabilitation, and support services in accordance with the FACT model, which is based on the Program for Assertive Community Treatment (PACT) manual
- Assures the accuracy, completeness, and confidentiality of clinical records
- Conducts mental health status assessments
- Coordinates referrals to community providers and support services
- Provides assistance with activities of daily living, transportation, communication, social and interpersonal relationship skills
- Provides education related to symptoms, medications, and mental health issues
- Conducts individual and group therapy sessions on a variety of topics
- Serves as a primary case manager for an assigned group of individuals and promotes recovery, empowerment, self-determination, and decision-making for each FACT participant
- In order to be considered candidates must have a Master’s degree in Human Services or related field.
- Previous experience working with adults with severe and persistent mental illness (i.e. schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder) is required.
- Experience with DBT therapy techniques preferred.
- Each member of the FACT team must meet MHRC/RBHS vehicle driver requirements, including a valid Florida Driver's License, automobile insurance coverage equaling $200,000, and no more than eight points on their license for any combination of violations.
- The FACT Mental Health Professional position requires individual and group interaction with persons who have a serious and persistent mental illness in their home environment, a closed office, hospital, nursing home, and/or locked unit.
- The FACT Mental Health Professional needs to be able to make sound decisions independently on a daily basis, including but not limited to recognizing emergencies and life-threatening situations and responding appropriately.
- Strong communication skills are essential and this individual must be able to interact appropriately with internal and external customers, including families, caregivers, community service providers, supervisory staff, and other department professionals.