FACT Mental Health Professional
Mental Health Resource Center is a not-for-profit Florida corporation that provides a wide range of mental health and behavioral health care services to the community, including 24-hour emergency services, inpatient psychiatric services for children, adolescents, and adults, as well as outpatient services such as medication management, case management, and counseling.
About the role
The Mental Health Professional provides treatment, rehabilitation, and support services to individuals served by the FACT Program to reduce hospitalization, increase community tenure, and enhance independence, autonomy, and quality of life. The FACT (Forensic Assertive Community Treatment) Program is a multidisciplinary clinical team offering comprehensive, community-based services to adults with severe and persistent mental illness. Team members provide advocacy, crisis intervention, assessments, treatment planning, case management, medication support, and care coordination. Additional services include community referrals, symptom education, vocational and educational support, social skills development, and assistance for families and caregivers. Most services are provided in the community, with approximately 15% of time spent in the office. The FACT team operates during and outside of standard business hours, including rotating weekend, holiday, and on-call responsibilities.
Responsibilities
- Provides treatment, rehabilitation, and support services in accordance with the FACT model (based on the PACT model).
- Maintains accurate, complete, and confidential clinical records.
- Conducts mental health status assessments.
- Coordinates referrals to community providers and support services.
- Assists individuals with activities of daily living, transportation, communication, and social/interpersonal skills.
- Provides education on mental health symptoms, medications, and recovery.
- Conducts individual and group therapy sessions on a variety of topics.
- Serves as primary case manager for an assigned caseload, promoting recovery, empowerment, and self-determination.
Documentation Tool (Eleos Health) – Reduces time spent on documentation, allowing more focus on client interaction and care. Transforms brief notes or session conversations into complete, clinically appropriate documentation. Supports accurate, compliant documentation while allowing staff to review and finalize notes. Provides helpful insights from sessions to support care planning and continuity. Accessible on desktop or mobile for flexibility across different work settings.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Human Services or a related field required.
- Experience working with adults with severe and persistent mental illness required.
- Proficiency in the RBHS/MHRC Electronic Health Records (EHR) and Patient Information System demonstrated within three months of employment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and the use of the Internet.
- Must meet MHRC/RBHS driver requirements, including a valid Florida driver’s license, required insurance coverage, and acceptable driving record.
- Ability to work in a variety of settings, including homes, offices, hospitals, nursing homes, and secure units.
- Ability to make sound, independent decisions, including responding to emergencies and high-risk situations.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively with individuals, families, providers, and team members.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Assistance with Clinical Supervision hours for Masters Level Registered Interns in full-time positions
Schedule
Full-time position with rotating weekends, on-call, and holiday responsibilities. Company vehicles are available; however, team members must also use their personal vehicles as needed and are eligible for mileage reimbursement.