Clinical Therapist I

Harbor Brand; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off

License reimbursement

Clinical supervision hours

Job summary

Harbor Brand is seeking a Clinical Therapist to join the Bowling Green Team. The role focuses on effective group exercises that foster connection and client growth, with services aimed at improving functioning and symptom management.

The position is full-time (40 hours/week) with flexible hours including at least one evening per week, and may involve float to other locations as needed. Strong licensure, documentation, and telehealth proficiency are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology or related behavioral/mental health field from an accredited college or university.
• Licensure to practice as an LSW or LPC in Ohio and active licensure in good standing.
• CPR/First Aid and NCI/CPI certifications required within 90 days of employment.
• Proficiency with MS Office 365, electronic health records and telehealth platforms.

Responsibilities

• Maintains clinical responsibility for individual, family and/or group counseling including assessments and discharge planning.
• Provides telehealth services in clients' homes per Harbor policies and uses Harbor telehealth tools.
• Completes clinical documentation in Harbor formats and submits per policy.
• Meets or exceeds billable direct service expectations and provides crisis intervention as needed.
• Manages caseload, coordinates referrals, and participates in supervision and clinical reviews.
• Contributes to program development and stays current with evidence-based practices.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Crisis intervention

Client communication

Education

Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology or related field

Tools

MS Office 365

Electronic health records

Telehealth platforms

Job description

Harbor is seeking a Clinical Therapist to join our Bowling Green Team! This position enthusiastically creates meaningful group exercises that foster connection and change while promoting client growth and recovery. This role ensures services provided are medically necessary, utilize theories and interventions appropriate for identified diagnoses, and result in improved functioning or symptom management.

Position is full time, 40 hours per week.

REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology or a related behavioral/mental health field from an accredited college or university.

Experience:

• Possesses clinically sound documentation, treatment and assessment skills.
• Proficiency in computer use, including MS Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel), electronic health records, and virtual meeting platforms.

Licensure and Certifications:

• Requires license to practice as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Ohio.
• Must maintain active licensure in good standing.
• CPR/First Aid and NCI/CPI Certifications required within 90 days of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prefer licensure in chemical dependency or proven experience and training in treating substance use disorders in addition to MH licensure.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions and Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintains clinical responsibility for individual, family and/or group counseling for assigned mental health and/or substance abuse disorder clients including diagnostic and ongoing assessments, treatment planning, and discharge planning.
• When providing telehealth services to clients in their homes, complies with Harbor’s telehealth policies, procedures, and utilizes Harbor authorized or provided telehealth equipment and software platforms.
• Completes clinical documentation in the format appropriate and acceptable to Harbor and submits all documentation according to Harbor policy.
• Meets or exceeds billable direct service expectations established by Harbor.
• Provides crisis intervention services and is available for consultation.
• Provides effective and efficient management of caseload including facilitating internal and external referrals where indicated. The number of open inactive cases must not exceed 10% of the total caseload.
• Participates in individual and group supervision asindicatedby supervisorand ensures all documentation requiring co-signature for licensure is provided to supervisor.
• Timely and accurate completion of Peer/Clinical Records Reviews for other staff and demonstrates satisfactory performance on Peer/Clinical Record Reviews.
• Participates in agency-wide and departmental clinical research, as needed.
• Participates in program development as requested and where possible.
• Keeps current with trends and developments related to essential job competencies and demonstrates continued growth.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including at least one evening per week.
• Provides timely response to all client and agency communications via email, phone, or other department identified modes of communication (e.g., Teams).
• Completes all agency assigned trainings in a timely manner.
• May float to other locations to accommodate client or agency need.
• Keeps current with trends and developments related to essential job competencies including evidence-based practices for day treatment curricula and other services.
• Knowledgeable of mental health and substance use disorder symptoms and treatment to assist clients with co-occurring disorders.
• Understands and maintains professionalism and confidentiality per HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and applicable state and local laws.
• Participates in meetings, committees, and agency initiatives as appropriate and approved by supervisor.
• Provides individual and group community psychiatric supportive treatment (CPST) and therapeutic behavioral services (TBS), which could include Day Treatment groups, according to accreditation and certification standards including:
• Coordination of individualized treatment planning with client, family/supports, and other providers.
• Identification of strategies or treatment options.
• Developing and providing solution focused interventions and emotional and behavioral management drawn from evidence-based psychotherapeutic treatments.
• Restoration of social skills.
• Restoration of daily functioning.
• Crisis prevention and amelioration.
• Collaboration with internal and external providers to assist clients in gaining access to essential community resources and increasing social supports and networks.

General Competencies/Performance Expectations:

• Utilizes information technology systems and software applications effectively and in accordance with organizational standards and security protocols.
• Demonstrates sound judgment by analyzing information thoroughly, reaching timely conclusions, and taking appropriate, decisive action.
• Plans, prioritizes, and organizes work to ensure maximum efficiency, productivity, and quality outcomes.
• Actively seeks and utilizes supervision and feedback appropriately to support professional growth and effective job performance.
• Manages time and utilizes leave in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support departmental and organizational needs.

Working Conditions:

• Office based position. Some services may be provided from the office virtually to clients in their homes.
• Exposure to confidential information.
• Potential exposure to behavioral, crisis, environmental situations.
• This position is union. Union eligibility applies only to full-time or part-time hires; contingent or temporary appointments are not covered by the union, even if the position is otherwise unionized.

About Harbor

• A leading provider of mental health and substance use treatment forover 100 years.
• 350+ clinical staff serving over24,000 clients annually across multiple locations and within the community.
• Services include counseling, medication management, primary care, psychological testing, case management, substance use treatment, residential services, vocational programs, andmore!

Why Work for Harbor?

Harbor is a fast-paced environment, but it’s also a place where you can genuinely enjoy what you do. You’ll work alongside a supportive, motivated team that cares about making a difference. We’re committed to investing in our employees and giving you the tools and opportunities to grow.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off, sick time, and paid holidays
• Tuition and professional license reimbursement programs
• Clinical supervision hours offered
• Opportunity to make a difference in your community

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

LPC

LSW

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