Behavioral Health Therapist Lead
- BLS
- Driver's license
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About the job
At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.
BayCare Health Systems is currently seeking a Behavioral Health Therapist Lead to join our outstanding and compassionate team at Mease Countryside-Behavioral Health, FL!
- Facility: Mease Countryside- Behavioral Health
- Location: Mease Countryside, FL
- Status: Full-Time, Exempt: Yes
- Shift Hours: 8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Weekend Work: None
- On Call: No
The Behavioral Health Therapist Lead is responsible for
- Provides comprehensive behavioral health services including psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, and individual, group, and family therapy.
- Conducts outpatient case management and discharge planning, maintains accurate documentation, and delivers therapeutic and educational interventions.
- Functions as Licensed Practitioner, as applicable. Completes Baker Act and Marchman Acts, as needed.
- Reviews clinical documentation to ensure adherence to Quality and Regulatory standards.
- Acts as a designee for BH Program Supervisor/Manager when not present.
- Travels to various sites as required by specific program. Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Certification/License
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- Driver's License - program specific
- LMFT (Marriage and Family), LMHC (Mental Health) or LCSW (Social Work) - Required
Required Education
- Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or Related Field
Required Experience
- Required - 3 years - Behavioral Health
- Preferred - 1 year - Knowledge of site specific Programs/Facility.
BayCare offers a competitive total reward package including: benefits, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401k match & additional yearly contribution, yearly performance appraisals, team award bonus, community discounts, the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work!
Come join our wonderful team!
This position requires Level II screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, managed by the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). More information can be found at https://info.flclearinghouse.com .
Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled
From BayCare Health System's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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