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Job description
Licensed Therapist
Your story. Our mission. A perfect match.
You have a place at OhioGuidestone, the state's leader in behavioral health! OhioGuidestone is the state's leader in community behavioral health care, serving around 26,000 Ohioans each year.
OhioGuidestone is currently seeking an office-based Licensed Therapist for our 4 County offices (Napoleon, Defiance, Bryan). The Therapist will support our Outpatient Services by providing evidence-based therapeutic treatment of mental/behavioral health disorders well as providing education, resources and referrals as needed. The ideal candidate will be passionate about learning and providing services to our client demographic in the communities we serve. Bachelor's Degree in Social Work with an LSW or a Master's Degree in Social Work or Clinical Counseling with LSW/LPC or higher is required. We are open to fulltime and part-time candidates! Make a difference in your community!
Job Summary:
The Therapist works under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor and is responsible for providing diagnostic assessments, treatment planning, therapy, counseling, and support services for a diverse caseload including adults, adolescents, and families. Services may be provided via telehealth, outpatient offices, and/or community-based settings.
Essential Functions:
Provide individual, family and group counseling and psychotherapy to assigned caseload, which may require specialty therapeutic services (e.g., SUD, Maternal Depression, etc.).
Complete documented evidence-based Treatment Plan after the first encounter with client and documented review of Plan and progress toward therapy goal(s)/objective(s) in each progress note thereafter
Develop and maintain a therapeutic relationship with clients, family, and caregivers to provide them support as appropriate.
Respond to mental health emergencies in a culturally responsive manner to support clients in a framework and manner that acknowledges their unique and intersecting personal and cultural identities.
Identify appropriate interventions for clients in crisis, working effectively with the staff to access appropriate resources, and engaging community partners to develop an effective plan for supporting clients.
Provide Community Psychiatric Supports and Treatment (CPST), SUD Targeted Case Management and Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS), and/or care coordination functions if needed.
Serve as a liaison to coordinate, makes referrals, or arrange for appropriate community resources when needed, acts as an advocate for the client as needed.
Actively participate in treatment conferences and meetings for the clients; maintain ongoing frequent contact with other assigned OhioGuidestone professionals or outside agency professionals assigned to case.
Accurately and promptly, document and maintain client and family interactions including legal, financial, and clinical documentation within agency guidelines.
Attend and participate in regular supervision.
Maintain all required licenses.
Exhibit positivity, flexibility, and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.
Demonstrate positive leadership, promote a team-based work environment, and present the agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts.
Education/Certification/Licensure:
Licensure: Required- LSW or LPC. Preferred- LISW or LPCC.
Education: Required- Bachelor's degree from an accredited program. Preferred- Master's degree or above from an accredited program.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of emotional and mental dysfunctions.
Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, and cultures and their history and origins.
Effective interpersonal skills; ability to form relationships with diverse populations within diverse settings.
Excellent time management skills; able to prioritize, comfortable in fast-paced environment with multiple clients.
Proficient computer skills, including Electronic Health Records, Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, etc.
Performance/Physical Requirements:
Able to provide services in an office, the community and/or client homes, which may include facilities with multiple levels
Work flexible hours, which can include days, evenings, and weekends, as desired to meet the needs of clients and the OhioGuidestone and is available for crisis management by phone as needed.
Must have a valid Ohio Driver's License with a safe driving record and valid insurance.
Ability to take and pass a physical exam and drug screening.
Employment is contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.
Authorization to work legally in the United States.
Benefits include:
Stable non-profit organization with 160+ year track record!
Clear career ladder for development path in various roles
Opportunity to earn monthly $$$ bonus (select clinical/therapist and BHS roles only)
Competitive medical benefits including a low-premium medical plan option for employee or employee + children!
Free CEU trainings
10 paid holidays (some are exchangeable)
Flexible work schedules to support work/life balance
Flexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, job roles, intern to hire, and locations
401(k) with employer match option
Employment Assistance Program (EAP)
Mileage reimbursement
Free licensure supervision
Recognition and rewards
Worksite address
defiance, OH, 43512, US
Who can apply
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