Clinician Unit Counselor | Lake City Job at Meridian Behavioral, Lake City, FL

TGVoRlVCRkIyVVdEK1RzK2VqY0RsWks0aEE9PQ==
  • Meridian Behavioral
  • Lake City, FL

Job Description


Join Our Mission: Your Meridian Career Starts Here!

Welcome! Your Meridian career starts here.

Position Title: Clinician Unit Counselor
Location: Lake City, FL
Pay Rate: $25.49/hour

Qualified supervision toward state licensure (LMFT, LCSW, LMHC) is provided by Meridian.

Why Choose Meridian?

For over 50 years, Meridian Healthcare has been a trusted provider of compassionate care for individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges. With service centers across 13 counties in North Central Florida, we are dedicated to transforming lives and strengthening communities.

We live by our core values—Hope, Empathy, Accountability, Resilience, and Teamwork (H.E.A.R.T.). If these values resonate with you, we invite you to join our mission-driven team.

We want you! We welcome your knowledge, experience, and passion to make a difference.

About the Role

As a Clinician Unit Counselor, you will play a vital role in supporting clients on their journey toward recovery and stability by delivering compassionate, evidence-based care.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Establish and maintain a welcoming, supportive, and therapeutic relationship with clients and their families
  • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure appropriate care in the least restrictive environment
  • Conduct individual, group, and family counseling sessions
  • Provide psychoeducation to clients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and coping strategies
  • Coordinate and/or conduct follow-up appointments after discharge
  • Deliver care based on individualized treatment plans, ongoing assessments, and client progress

What We’re Looking For

  • Master’s degree in social work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field from an accredited institution
  • Experience in an inpatient setting preferred
  • Working knowledge of the Florida Mental Health Act (Baker Act) preferred
  • Strong documentation and computer skills
  • Ability to type at least 27 WPM and score 65% or higher on the general prescreen assessment

What You'll Love About Working at Meridian

  • Loan Repayment Support: Eligible for Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program (up to 60% of qualifying loan balance)
  • Work-Life Balance: Generous PTO including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability
  • Wellness & Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and mental health resources
  • Retirement: 403(b) plan with up to 8% company match after 7 years
  • Career Growth: Tuition reimbursement, advancement opportunities, and Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
  • Employee Perks: Discounts on cell phone plans, travel reimbursement, LegalShield, pet insurance, and more
  • Culture: A collaborative, engaging workplace with team celebrations and recognition events

Ready to Make an Impact?

Apply today and help us bring hope and healing to our communities.


For information on Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse and screening requirements, visit .

Meridian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

#PM26

PIb79cbcc457e6-30492-41219543

Job Tags

Similar Jobs

Teach ESL Today

Online ESL Tutor Job at Teach ESL Today

 ...are looking for passionate and outgoing English Language Teachers. You will get to discover...  ...grow and develop your own skills. Our tutors provide a highly engaging and effective...  ...educational content. All tuition is conducted online so you can tutor from your own home or a... 

Denali Water Solutions LLC

Class A CDL Utility Driver: Req # 3998 Job at Denali Water Solutions LLC

 ...with 1 year of tractor-trailer experience IF a graduate from a Truck Driving School or 1 year Military experience Stable work history...  .... Effective communication skills facilitate coordination with dispatch and field teams, allowing for smooth operational workflows and... 

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.

Landscape Architect Job at Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.

 ...Job Details: Registered Landscape Architect South Jersey | Growing Civil Engineering Firm in South Jersey is seeking a Registered Landscape Architect to join our team! This is an excellent opportunity for a creative and technically strong professional to work on... 

Wedington Animal Hospital

Veterinary Groomer Job at Wedington Animal Hospital

Wedington Animal Hospital is a well-established, progressive, 11 doctor general practice located in Fayetteville, AR. We offer many services to provide the best comprehensive care to our patients including Wellness Services, Preventative Care, Urgent Care, Emergency...

Schlumberger

Electronics Technician Job at Schlumberger

 ...employment will begin with ChampionX and will transition to SLB as part of the planned integration. We are looking for a Electronics Technician located in Tulsa, OK. This is your opportunity to join a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced...