Community Based Therapist- Fairfield County

OhioGuidestone; Lancaster (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CEU trainings

Monthly bonus program

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

OhioGuidestone seeks a Community Based Therapist to provide diagnostic assessments, treatment planning and counseling across adults, adolescents, and families. Services may be delivered via telehealth, outpatient offices, or community settings.

The role includes developing treatment plans, crisis intervention, and collaboration with other professionals while ensuring compliance with agency guidelines and ongoing supervision.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree from relevant accredited program; or
• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years’ social work/counseling experience; or
• Bachelor’s Degree in a behavioral science or nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family and group counseling to diverse caseload.
• Develop and maintain therapeutic relationships with clients and families.
• Complete treatment plans after first encounter and review progress.
• Respond to mental health emergencies in culturally responsive manner.
• Coordinate referrals and community resources; act as client advocate.
• Maintain documentation within agency guidelines and participate in supervision.

Skills

Empathy & communication

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Crisis intervention

Education

Master’s degree in relevant field

Bachelor’s degree with 2 years’ experience

Bachelor’s in behavioral science or nursing

Tools

CPST

TBS

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Community Based Therapist- Fairfield County

You have a place atOhioGuidestone, the state's leader in behavioral health!OhioGuidestoneis the state’s leader in community behavioral health care, serving around 26,000 Ohioans each year.

Job Summary

The Therapist works under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor/Manager 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:

• Demonstrate the values and guiding principles of OhioGuidestone every day, performing with the highest standards of excellence, integrity and ethics.
• Provide individual, family and group counseling and psychotherapy to assigned caseload, which may include clients with severe and persistent mental illness and substance use disorders and/or may require specialty therapeutic services (e.g. IHBT, 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 client, 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 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 minor case management 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 all 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 a culture of belonging.
• Present the Agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts.

Education/Certification/Licensure

• LSW or LCDC III, LPC, MFT license and related educational requirement:
• Master’s Degree from relevant accredited program; or
• Bachelor’s degree from relevant accredited program with 2 years’ experience in social work or counseling; or
• Bachelor’s Degree in a behavioral science or nursing.

Qualifications:

• Mission driven; strong desire to make an impact
• Effective interpersonal skills; able to speak effectively with individuals and/or groups of people
• Ability to customarily and regularly exercise discretion and good professional judgment
• Flexible; able to work days, evenings, and/or weekends, as desired to meet the needs of clients
• Strong organizational skills; able to handle multiple priorities with strict attention to detail and perform work independently.
• Ability to maintain relevant, timely documentation as required.
• Effective computer literacy skills, including Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, and electronic health records, etc.
• Must be able to access work locations, offices, and homes as necessary, which may include ascending/descending stairs.
• Possess a valid Ohio Driver’s License with a safe driving record and valid insurance.
• Successfully complete pre-employment screenings, including drug tests, background checks, and any other required assessments, such as a physical examination and TB test.
  *Funding sources may require OhioGuidestone to hire an advanced degree.

Benefits include:

• Stable non-profit organization with160+ yeartrack record!
• Clear career ladder for development path in various roles
• Opportunity to earn monthly $$$ bonus (select clinical/therapist and BHS roles only)
• Free CEU trainings
• Ten 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)
• Monthly bonus program
• Recognition and rewards

AtOhioGuidestone, we demonstrate positive leadership, promote a team-based work environment and a culture of belonging.

Wealsocare about the health and safety of our employees.OhioGuidestonerequires applicants to complete a pre-employment screening process upon receipt of an offer of employment. Werequireand cover the cost of fingerprint background screening, physical, Tuberculosis test, and drug screen after an employment offer is made. Any employment offer is contingent upon receipt of all satisfactory pre-employment screenings.

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Other.

Masters or better in Other.

Licenses & Certifications

LCDCIII

MFT

LPC

LSW

Required

Equal Opportunity Employer
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