Licensed Behavioral Therapist - LCSW/LPC/LPCC/LCPC/LMHC

AbsoluteCare; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Licensed Behavioral Therapist to join their integrated care team in Columbus, Ohio. This role focuses on delivering individualized clinical interventions to clients dealing with various behavioral health issues, utilizing trauma-informed care and harm reduction techniques, among other responsibilities. Candidates must be licensed with three or more years of experience, demonstrating strong clinical judgment and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Licensed with 3+ years of experience in behavioral health.
• Experience in community mental health or inpatient settings preferred.
• Active CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy, assessments, and treatment plans.
• Conduct crisis intervention and de-escalation.
• Develop and support treatment plans for chronic mental illnesses.

Skills

Clinical Judgment

Computer Skills

Communication Skills

Education

LCSW-C

LPC

LPCC

LCPC

Job description

Licensed Behavioral Therapist - LCSW/LPC/LPCC/LCPC/LMHC

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Job Summary

This role is a core member of the integrated care team, providing short-term, individualized clinical interventions to members with behavioral health conditions such as substance use, depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, or bipolar disorder. The focus is on trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and motivational interviewing to promote behavioral change and adherence to treatment plans.

The BHC serves as a behavioral health SME within an interdisciplinary team, assessing members through a biopsychosocial approach and developing person-centered treatment plans with measurable goals. Responsibilities include providing individual and group therapy, post-hospital follow-up, and collaborating with primary care and psychiatric providers.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide therapy, assessments, treatment plans, clinical documentation, and progress tracking.
• Conduct crisis intervention and de-escalation as needed.
• Serve as a behavioral health SME, offering recommendations and referrals.
• Utilize evidence-based approaches such as trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and motivational interviewing.
• Maintain communication with care team members and document care in electronic health records promptly.
• Develop and support treatment plans for chronic mental illnesses and promote medication adherence when appropriate.
• Assist with scheduling, appointment reminders, and overcoming attendance barriers.
• Develop group therapy curricula for various topics.

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensed in the state of practice with 3+ years of experience in behavioral health.
• Licenses such as LCSW-C, LPC, LPCC, LCPC are acceptable.
• Experience in community mental health or inpatient settings preferred.
• Experience with complex populations and telehealth preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment, computer skills, and communication skills.
• Active CPR certification.

Working Conditions

Professional office environment, with potential for remote work based on business needs and health protocols.

Physical Requirements

• Effective communication and ability to remain stationary for periods.
• Operate office equipment and occasionally move objects up to 20 lbs.

Additional Details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level. Employment type: Full-time. Industry: Hospitals and Health Care.