Children's Targeted Case Manager Full-time in Lakeland.  This is a Bachelor's level position that requires the person to have the ability to prioritize workload and work independently. Assist recipients in gaining access to needed medical, social, educational, and other services. The primary goal is to optimize the functioning of recipients who have complex needs by coordinating the provision of quality treatment and support services in the most efficient and effective manner. A majority of duties will be in the community working with children and families providing services in-home, at daycare, in the school system, and in residential treatment facilities. This position will be based in Bartow and will primarily cover services in Polk County. However, services are available in Highlands and Hardee Counties as needs arise.  Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services field from an Accredited College or University. One-year experience working with children with serious emotional disturbances. Must have knowledge and experience in using local community resources as referrals. Experience in basic child development and family relationships. Experience with DCF, Child Abuse Laws, and basic mental health knowledge. Must carry and maintain 25,000/50,000 bodily injury liability insurance coverage on personal vehicle. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires a DCF Level 2 background clearance.

DV Primary Prevention Advocate/DV OR Advocate FT/Lakeland This is a non-degreed position. The advocate is responsible for Primary Prevention activities as outlined in the DCF Office of Domestic Violence Contract. The Primary Prevention Advocate shall provide information, referral and counseling to survivors of domestic and sexual violence and the public. Provide presentations and training within the community and to co-workers. Facilitate support groups with required documentation attached. Act as a liaison with community partners including law enforcement and judicial system. Provide support to Victim Services Division for special projects such as community awareness/training; monitoring preparation and back up shelter coverage on as needed basis. High School Diploma or equivalent. A minimum of one year working with individuals or families in crisis preferred. Domestic violence related preferred. Must have reliable transportation. Will drive personal vehicle for job duties: Must be over 21 with a FL driver’s license and clean driving record. Must carry & maintain $25,000/$50,000 bodily injury coverage on personal vehicle and provide proof of coverage annually. May drive a PRC vehicle. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires a DCF Level 2 background clearance.

Maintenance Technician, Lakeland. HS Dip/GED required. This position performs varied tasks in an orderly, safe, and attractive state. Candidate should have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in general maintenance services. As a designated driver, it will require the employee to be at least 25+ years of age with a clean driving record. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires an approved DCF Level 2 background clearance.

Forensic Multidisciplinary Team Case Manager. Full-time Bartow. This position is responsible for providing case management services within the Forensic Multidisciplinary team to a small caseload of adult individuals with mental illness who have been deemed incompetent to proceed with trial or Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity by the court. The Case Manager will monitor, link, assess, and plan with the overall goal of diverting the individual from placement in a forensic state hospital. The position requires regular travel, court appearances, and submission of status reports to the courts. The services provided include, but are not limited to, housing education, budget assistance, landlord mediation, social rehabilitation, employment assistance, SSI/SSDI Outreach Access and Recovery (SOAR), transportation, activities of daily living education, medication education, Public Housing Authority Voucher assistance, and service connection. Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college with a major in counseling, social work, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation, special education, health education, or related human services field or Certified Recovery Peer Specialist. Requires a minimum of one (1) year related field experience. (3) years preferred. Must have reliable transportation and be of age 21 or older. Must provide, carry and maintain $50,000/$100,000 bodily injury coverage on personal vehicle. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires an approved DCF Level 2 background clearance.

Behavioral Helath Specialist Full-time in Bartow CSU and Lakeland CSU. Behavioral Health Specialist provides direct clinical services including intake and discharge planning to adults and children in a secure crisis stabilization unit. Bachelor’s degree in mental health related area required. Minimum of two (2) year experience working in a social service field, preferred. Will consider volunteer experience. Prefer 1-year experience working with individuals with mental illness. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires a DCF Level 2 background clearance.

The Care Coordinator Child Non-Targeted Case Manager. Full-time in Bartow. Responsible for coordination of services, supports, and cross system collaboration for child recipients identified as High Need/High Utilizer (HNHU). The Care Coordinator facilitates continuity of treatment for recipients while in psychiatric treatment and assists the recipients in accessing the service delivery system subsequent to their discharge. Care Coordination is time-limited with a heavy concentration on educating and empowering the person served. The Care Coordinator is responsible for utilizing SOAR (SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access, and Recovery) to assist recipients in applying for Social Security Benefits. Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services field from an Accredited College or University. Must be 25 years old and qualify to drive a company vehicle. Must carry and maintain 50,000/100,000 bodily injury liability insurance coverage on personal vehicle. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires a DCF Level 2 background clearance.

Adult Targeted Case Manager full-time in Lakeland. Responsible for assessing, linking, planning, monitoring and advocating for recipients who have serious mental illnesses to provide for their care while living in the community. Facilitates continuity of treatment for Peace River Centers catchment area recipient’s while at the in psychiatric, substance abuse and medical inpatient treatment and/or a state treatment facility and assist the recipients in accessing the service delivery system subsequent to their discharge. The target population served are persons who have been discharged from an inpatient setting, persons who are in need of linking and monitoring to prevent inpatient treatment, persons who lack the resources or ability to provide for their needs without assistance, and persons who have been arrested within the recent past. Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services field from an Accredited College or University. Must carry and maintain 25,000/50,000 bodily injury liability insurance coverage on personal vehicle. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires a DCF Level 2 background clearance.

Behavioral Health Therapist Full-time in Lakeland CSU.  The CSU Behavioral Health Therapist provides direct therapeutic clinical services and discharge planning to adults and children in a secure crisis stabilization unit. Master's degree in mental health related area required. LMHC, LMFT, or LCSW preferred. Minimum of five (5) year experience working in a social service field. Will consider volunteer experience. Prefer 2-3 years’ experience working with individuals with mental illness. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires a DCF Level 2 background clearance.

Behavioral Helath Therapist Targeted Case Manager Full-time in Avon Park. This position entails intensive school based therapeutic/clinical interventions for school age children up to age 17. The therapist must identify problem areas and formulate and implement an individualized treatment plan with the client and family. Clinical interventions also include supportive family counseling as needed as well as school based group counseling to facilitate peer support. The DSM is to be utilized to determine the mental health diagnosis of the child and therapeutic/clinical interventions needed. This position also provides targeted case management support designed for the restoration; modification; and maintenance of social, personal adjustment, and basic living skills. Master’s Degree from an accredited university or college.

• With an infield degree at least one year experience providing therapy to children with serious emotional disturbances (may include Internship and Volunteer Services)
• Must have knowledge and experience in using local community resources as referrals
• Experience in basic child development
• Experience in family relations

Must have reliable transportation and be of age 25 years old to be an approved Driver. Must have clean driving record – DMV check will be performed upon hire. Must provide proof and maintain personal vehicle coverage of $25,000/$50,000 Bodily Injury Liability. Requires Valid Florida Driver’s license. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires a DCF Level 2 background clearance.

CAT Team 2 Therapist Full-time in Lakeland. This member of the multidisciplinary team has training in one of the mental health professions (social work, rehabilitation counseling, or psychology) and clinical skills and experience in assessing, planning, developing, coordinating, and providing treatment, rehabilitation, and support services to program participants and families with severe and persistent mental illnesses under the clinical supervision of the CAT Team Program Manager and the Psychiatrist/ARNP. This member functions as a clinical member of the multidisciplinary team and provides treatment, rehabilitation, and support services for the Community Action Treatment (CAT) Team. This position will be based in Polk County. Depending upon caseload and client needs, therapist may be assigned clients residing throughout the Tri-County service area of Polk, Highlands, and Hardee Counties. Bachelor’s degree in one of the core Behavioral Health Sciences. Prefer Master’s degree in one of the core Behavioral Health Sciences or in an equivalent Master’s program. Prefer experience in a clinical or rehabilitation setting with persons with severe and persistent mental illnesses, and experience providing therapy to children and adolescents. Must carry and maintain 25,000/50,000 bodily injury liability insurance coverage on personal vehicle. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires a DCF Level 2 background clearance.

CAT Team Therapist PRN in Lakeland. This member of the multidisciplinary team has training in one of the mental health professions (social work, rehabilitation counseling, or psychology) and clinical skills and experience in assessing, planning, developing, coordinating, and providing treatment, rehabilitation, and support services to program participants and families with severe and persistent mental illnesses under the clinical supervision of the CAT Team Program Manager and the Psychiatrist/ARNP. This member functions as a clinical member of the multidisciplinary team and provides treatment, rehabilitation, and support services for the Community Action Treatment (CAT) Team. This position will be based in Polk County. Depending upon caseload and client needs, therapist may be assigned clients residing throughout the Tri-County service area of Polk, Highlands, and Hardee Counties. Bachelor’s degree in one of the core Behavioral Health Sciences. Prefer Master’s degree in one of the core Behavioral Health Sciences or in an equivalent Master’s program. Prefer experience in a clinical or rehabilitation setting with persons with severe and persistent mental illnesses, and experience providing therapy to children and adolescents. Must carry and maintain 25,000/50,000 bodily injury liability insurance coverage on personal vehicle. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires a DCF Level 2 background clearance.

Children's Therapist Part-time/Full-time in Lakeland.  The therapist will be responsible for providing therapy and assessment services for both children and adults, while focusing specifically on the family, child, and adolescent populations. This position requires the individual to have a master’s degree in a mental health field. Preference will be given to individuals who are registered MHC, MFT, or MSW interns and actively pursuing licensure or have received their LMHC, LMFT, or LCSW credentials. The DSM is to be utilized to determine the mental health diagnosis of the child and therapeutic/clinical interventions needed. Depending upon the client need and eligibility, services may be provided in the office, in- home, at daycare, in the school system, other community setting and/or via telehealth. Master's degree in mental health field required. At least 2 years of experience in the mental health field. LMHC or LCSW preferred. Must carry and maintain 25,000/50,000 bodily injury liability insurance coverage on personal vehicle. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires a DCF Level 2 background clearance.

Clubhouse Generalist. Full Time. The Clubhouse is a rehabilitation program for people with mental illness where real life job skills are taught and used to work towards recovery through meaningful activities to give the member the skillset to be a contributing member of society. This position would be a direct care position working with members to help them learn responsibility, develop self-esteem and learn to interact professionally with others. Hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday, some holidays and weekends. Must be 25 years of age with a valid driver’s license and clean driving record. Must carry $25,000/$50,000 bodily injury coverage on personal vehicle and provide and maintain proof of coverage. Bachelor’s degree in human service field required or will accept HS Diploma if you are a Certified BHT or Recovery Peer or Support Specialist. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and will require an approved DCF Level 2 Background clearance.

Crisis Outreach Counselor Full-time. The Crisis Outreach Counselor provides mental health crisis services in various settings for immediate crisis assessment, crisis intervention, and time-limited, crisis counseling to promote crisis resolution and evaluation to individuals in Polk County who have come to the attention of Polk County Sheriff’s Office and may be experiencing any type of emotional distress. Working in partnership with Sheriff’s Deputies, the Crisis Outreach Counselor facilitates continuity of treatment for individuals through follow up contact to assist with connection to services, establish plans to alleviate further crises, and facilitate the Baker Act process as needed. This position is more of a focus on answering crisis line, monitoring text/chat and Walk-in crisis assessments. Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services field from an Accredited College or University. Master’s level degree is preferred. Minimum of one (1) year of experience in mental health or related field. Must carry and maintain 25,000/50,000 bodily injury liability insurance coverage on personal vehicle. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires a DCF Level 2 background clearance.

Director of Club Success in Lakeland.  Full-time. The Clubhouse Director is a leadership position that will report to the Director of Recovery Service of Peace River Center and to an Advisory Board and will have a strategic and operational responsibility for the Clubhouses in accordance with federal, state and local requirements. This position will expand and develop a deep knowledge of the community behavioral health field along with the Clubhouse International Standards while leading a team to ensure the running of successful Clubhouse programs.  Bachelors’ Degree in Human Services Discipline from an accredited College or University and 1 year experience in a Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program. Experience with program development, fund raising and community resource building preferred. Master’s Degree, LCSW, or LMHC preferred. Previous supervisory experience strongly preferred. Experience should include facilitation of psychoeducational groups, program organization, and development, treatment team approach, employment/job development, supported employment, staff supervision, budget analysis, public speaking, and community relations. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires a DCF Level 2 background clearance.

FIT Clinician Full-time in Bartow. This position is a position for a Master’s level therapist that is responsible for providing assessments and counseling services in the FITT (Family Intensive Treatment Team) Program. The individual must have the competence to provide clinical assessments, individual, group, and family therapy. Position requires the therapist have knowledge of mental health and substance abuse diagnoses and treatment per the DSM-5. Requires a Master's degree in the human services field (psychology, sociology, social work, counselor education, etc.), abide by a code of ethical and practice standards, and be committed to a process of lifetime knowledge and skills development. Have a minimum of two years of direct experience working with individuals with a substance use diagnosis. Experience working in an agency providing substance use services preferred. Must meet Peace River Center's driving requirements with a minimum age of 25 to drive a PRC vehicle. Must carry and maintain 25,000/50,000 bodily injury liability insurance coverage on personal vehicle. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires a DCF Level 2 background clearance.

LPN in Lakeland at Gilmore OP. The Licensed Practical Nurse, under the supervision of the RN, is responsible for the provision of direct care to the patients and provides assistance to medical staff by management of available resources in accordance with the established standards, policies and procedures. Graduation from an accredited Nursing Program. Clear and Active current Florida Nursing license required. 1 year experience as a LPN preferred. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires an approved DCF Level 2 background clearance.

This position will provide primary care services to adults and children who may have co-occurring behavioral health disorders in our primary care clinic and our Primary Care practice. Will work collaboratively with the Program Director to provide health and wellness education and care management. Will work with psychiatric providers to integrate primary and behavioral health care needs. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires a DCF Level 2 background clearance.

Located in Lakeland in an outpatient clinic. This therapist is responsible for completing intakes, assessments, and ongoing therapy services assessments for children and adults in an outpatient office setting. This full-time position offers excellent benefits and a competitive salary with the ability to earn additional income. Hours M-Thursday 8:30 am – 6:00 pm or 9:30 am -7:00 pm (with some flexibility) and Saturday 8:00am – 12:00 pm. Applicant must be license eligible and taking active steps towards licensure with an RMHCI, RCSWI, or RMFTI in the state of Florida. Peace River Center is a Drug-Free workplace and requires an approved DCF Level 2 background clearance.

The Outpatient Therapist will be responsible for providing assessment and therapy services for both children and adults by telehealth and eventually in person and telehealth and requires an LMHC, LCSW or LMFT license in the state of Florida. Full Time M- TH 7:30 – 6 or M – Th 7:30 – 5:00 and F 8:00 – 12:00, salary will depend on experience and qualifications. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires an approved DCF Level 2 background clearance.

RN - Full-time in Bartow. Graduate from an accredited Nursing program with a current FL Nursing license in good standing. 3 years' experience in the mental health field. Responsible for the provision of direct care to the patients of the CSU in Lakeland or Bartow or SRT and provides assistance to medical staff by management of available resources in accordance with the established standards, policies and procedures at the Peace River Center’s Crisis Inpatient Facilities, and the Scope of Practice established by the State of Florida. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires an approved DCF Level 2 background clearance.

Registrar/ PRN/ Lakeland  Client appointment check-ins, Schedule appointments, Input of client information, Verify insurance eligibility, Collect co-pays, Answer incoming calls, Complete reports, High School Diploma/ GED, 1-2 years Clinical/Medical Office training required, Must have reliable transportation. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires an approved DCF Level 2 background clearance.

Outreach Specialist RRP - Polk / FT / Lakeland This position provides services to primary & secondary victims of sexual assault age 12 and above. Provides telephone (hotline crisis calls and office calls), hospital call-outs (support during a forensic exam, sharing of information and referrals, assist participants with filing for Victim Crime Compensation claims) accompaniment to court, and Law Enforcement interviews. Provides ongoing counseling helping victim’s recover from their trauma. Facilitates and/or participates in providing support groups as well as attending community events to share information on awareness and prevention of sexual assault. Uses websites and local colleges to recruit for volunteers, provides training and supervision of volunteers. Facilitates monthly volunteer in-service meetings, and completes the minutes. Maintains volunteer files. Responsible for maintaining participant’s records and inputting information into the computer data systems. The ability to be on-call two weeks per month. Any other duties assigned by the Supervisor for business necessity. A.A. Degree preferred. High school diploma/ G.E.D. Previous volunteer work or experience may be considered in lieu of degree. At least two years working with sexual assault victims, women’s issues and/or other mental health issues. Relevant degree may be substituted for experience.30 hours FCADV Core Competency training (provided). 30 hours FCASV ACT training completed within 30 days of employment (provided). New Hire Orientation and other annual trainings as required by PRC, FCADV & FCASV. Must have reliable transportation. Will drive personal vehicle for job duties: Must be over 21 with a FL driver’s license and clean driving record. Must carry & maintain $25,000/$50,000 bodily injury coverage on personal vehicle and provide proof of coverage annually. If driving a PRC vehicle: Must be 25 years of age with a FL driver’s license and clean driving record. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires a DCF Level 2 background clearance.

CRT Counselor I or II Full time and part-time in Highlands County. Crisis Counselor provides 24/7 mental health crisis services in various settings for immediate crisis assessment, crisis intervention, and time-limited, crisis counseling to promote crisis resolution and evaluation to individuals in Polk and Hardee Counties who may be experiencing any type of emotional distress. Master’s degree in Human Services or related area and one (1) year of experience in Human Services or Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years experience in Human Services or related field. Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related area. Masters preferred. Must have reliable transportation and be of age 21 or older. Must provide, carry and maintain $25,000/$50,000 bodily injury coverage on personal vehicle. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires an approved DCF Level 2 background clearance.

Psychiatrist Full Time Gilmore OP. Reporting to the Peace River Center Medical Director, this position will provide and oversee direct care to adult and child/adolescent patients inpatient or outpatient services utilizing both office based face to face and a tele-health portal platform to provide psychiatric services. Graduation from an accredited medical school. Completion of an accredited Psychiatric Residency Training program. Licensed to practice medicine in the state of Florida. Current DEA number with no restrictions on prescribing controlled substances. Eligible for Medicare, Medicaid and other third party reimbursement. Individuals excluded from participation in federal reimbursement programs (including Medicaid, Medicare, and CHAMPUS) by the Office of the Inspector General do not meet the requirements for this position. Successful completion of a background review and reference checks as required by law, including: Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Registry Check, Dependent Adult Registry Check, Sexual Offender Registry Check, Screening of the National Practitioners Data Bank, and other checks as required by law. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires an approved DCF Level 2 background clearance.

DV Advocate/PT/Lakeland This is a non-degreed position that will require the employee to provide oversight of participants at the shelter. Assist with facilitating support groups within the Shelter and the community. Complete intake paperwork and service documentation for survivors of domestic violence who enter the Shelter. Comply with all nutritional Grant program requirements that include ensuring food is available per menu, food is set out at appropriate times; accurate documentation is completed immediately. Provide transportation for shelter participants, as needed. High School Diploma/GED. Preferred a minimum of one year working with individuals or families in crisis. Domestic Violence related preferred. Must have reliable transportation. Must be 25+ years of age with an FL driver’s license and clean driving record. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires a DCF Level 2 background clearance.

Inpatient Technician Night Shift Lakeland/Bartow. $15.61/hr. Provides direct care to clients in the Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) and Short-Term Residential Treatment Unit (SRT). The CSU/SRT Inpatient Technician functions as a member of an interdisciplinary team to provide a safe, therapeutic environment and support clients in the stabilization of crises and reintegration into the community. Anyone who meets the driving requirements will be required to drive. Requirements include a valid Florida driver’s license and renew prior to expiration and be a minimum of 25 years of age and have a clean driving record. Minimum of High School Diploma or GED. A minimum of 2 years’ experience as a direct care worker preferred; a higher educational level can account for years of experience. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires a DCF Level 2 background clearance.

Lead Technician. Lakeland/Bartow. $17.93/hr. The primary function of the Lead Technician is to maintain a therapeutic, safe, and secure environment to ensure client safety. This Lead Technician functions as an active part of the interdisciplinary treatment team, providing continuous client care, monitoring, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to adult and adolescent clients. The Lead Technician works to support the overall goal of stabilization of client crises to reintegrate into the community. The Lead Technician will also be required to transport patients if they meet the driving requirements. Requirements include a valid Florida driver’s license and renew prior to expiration, be at least 25 years of age and have a clean driving record. Minimum of High School Diploma/GED. Prefer 2 years of experience as a direct care worker; a higher educational level can account for years of experience. Clear and Active current Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) certificate preferred. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires a DCF Level 2 background clearance.