Primary Therapist

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# Primary Therapist > Boca Recovery Center · Pompano Beach, United States · Full-time · Posted 2025-08-06 **Workplace:** on_site **Department:** Clinical ## Description **Primary Therapist** [**Boca Recovery Center Website**](https://bocarecoverycenter.com/) **Location:** On Site - Pompano, Florida **Department:** Clinical Services **Reports to:** Clinical Director **Salary:** Competitive, based on licensure and experience **About Boca Recovery Center** _Founded in 2016, Boca Recovery Center is a nationally recognized addiction treatment provider specializing in substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. With locations in Florida, New Jersey, Indiana, and Massachusetts, we deliver evidence-based clinical care in a supportive, structured environment. Our team is committed to providing trauma-informed, client-centered services that promote lasting recovery._ **Position Overview** We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Primary Therapist to join our clinical team in Pompano, Florida. This role is responsible for conducting assessments, providing evidence-based counseling, coordinating care, and supporting clients through every stage of treatment. The ideal candidate will bring a trauma-informed and culturally competent approach to working with individuals with substance use and co-occurring disorders. **Key Responsibilities** - Assess the counseling needs of clients using evidence-based tools such as the ASI or other validated assessments. - Diagnose substance use and co-occurring disorders using DSM-5 criteria. - Determine appropriate level of care using ASAM criteria. - Obtain and review clinical records relevant to the current treatment episode. - Collaborate with clients to develop individualized, recovery-oriented treatment plans with measurable goals. - Deliver individual and group substance abuse counseling services in accordance with treatment plans. - Conduct periodic reviews using ASAM to determine the need for continued services or discharge. - Revise treatment plans as needed to reflect client progress and new challenges. - Develop comprehensive discharge and transfer plans to ensure continuity of care. - Coordinate with referral sources, including mental health professionals, criminal justice agencies, schools, and employers. - Participate as an active member of a multidisciplinary treatment team. - Provide clinical consultation and care coordination across departments. - Document all assessments, counseling sessions, referrals, and follow-up services in the clinical record with proper signatures and dates. - Attend daily and weekly staffing meetings as scheduled. - Recognize and respond appropriately to psychiatric crises, including suicidality and homicidality. - Adhere to agency policies, procedures, and mandatory reporting requirements. - Maintain a culturally sensitive and ethical approach to all client interactions. - Address and respond to issues related to addiction, trauma, and dual diagnosis based on clinical expertise. **Essential Skills & Attributes** - Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills. - Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team. - High level of ethical conduct and understanding of confidentiality laws. - Ability to manage crisis situations with professionalism and composure. - Effective verbal and written communication. - Cultural awareness and sensitivity in therapeutic interactions. ## Requirements - Minimum of 2 years’ experience in chemical dependency and psychiatric settings preferred. - Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a health-related field. - Active licensure in the State of Florida preferred. - Knowledge of Joint Commission standards preferred. - CPR certification required. ## Benefits Boca Recovery Center offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: - Health Insurance - Retirement Plans - Disability Coverage - Paid Time Off - Professional Development Opportunities _**Join Boca Recovery Center and contribute to a mission-driven team dedicated to transforming lives through evidence-based care and compassionate clinical services.**_ ## Apply [Apply at Boca Recovery Center](https://apply.workable.com/boca-recovery/j/BC4B79E8B1/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)