Licensed Counselor or Social Worker

Fairfield Community Health Center; Circleville (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent salary

Generous paid time off

Strong benefits package

Job summary

Fairfield Community Health Center in Lancaster, Ohio seeks a Licensed Social Worker or Counselor to provide direct behavioral health services to individuals and families with multiple needs. The role involves biopsychosocial assessments, provisional diagnoses, trauma-informed planning, and Medicaid-compliant documentation.

Active LSW or LPC license in Ohio is required; Bachelor's in Social Work is mandatory with a Master’s preferred.

Qualifications

• Active LSW or LPC license in Ohio
• Bachelor's degree in Social Work required
• Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling preferred
• Experience with multi-need individuals and families
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and provisional diagnoses under supervision
• Provide therapeutic interventions within licensure scope and supervision
• Develop trauma-informed, strength-based treatment plans
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure continuity of care
• Maintain Medicaid-compliant documentation
• Participate in supervision, case reviews, and required trainings
• Travel may be required; deliver services in office, school, community or telehealth settings

Skills

Biopsychosocial assessments

Trauma-informed care

Counseling

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Social Work

Master's in Social Work

Tools

Medicaid billing

Job description

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Fairfield Community Health Center, Lancaster, Ohio

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Fairfield Community Health Center's (FCHC) goal is high-quality, better care for our patients. We have been recognized as a level 3 Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) by the National Committee for Quality Assurance for all our family practice offices. PCMH means we offer a team approach, with the patient as the team's most important member. FCHC offers improved access to care with extended hours, as well as same-day and next-day appointments. We work with specialists and hospitals to coordinate care, ensuring that the entire healthcare team works together to provide the best possible health for our patients.

The pay range for this position is $60,000.00-$80,000.00 annually based on experience and licensure

Position Summary:

The Licensed Social Worker or Counselor position provides direct behavioral health services to individuals and families with multiple needs, including biopsychosocial assessments, provisional diagnoses, and therapeutic interventions under supervision. The role is responsible for developing trauma-informed, strength-based treatment plans, maintaining Medicaid-compliant documentation, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care. The position requires active participation in supervision, ongoing training, and adherence to professional and ethical standards. Candidates must hold an active LSW or LPC license and possess strong communication and organizational skills. Services may be delivered in office, school, community, or telehealth settings, with occasional travel and flexible hours based on client and program needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and formulate provisional diagnoses under supervision
• Provide therapeutic and supportive interventions within scope of licensure and supervision
• Develop and update treatment plans using trauma-informed, strengths-based principles
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure continuity of care
• Maintain timely, accurate, Medicaid-compliant documentation
• Participate in clinical supervision, case reviews, interdisciplinary meetings, and required training
• Practice professionally and ethically in accordance with the Code of Ethics
• Meet productivity and quality expectations
• Provide services in office, school, community, or telehealth settings; travel may be required based on program assignment.
• Travel within designated service area
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school degree or GED equivalent is required
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field is required
• Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling or related field is preferred
• Licensed and active in the state of Ohio as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) is required
• Experience with multi-need individuals and families.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written is required
• Excellent organizational skills are required
• Trauma-informed engagement skills are required
• Knowledge of community resources and behavioral health systems is preferred
• Ability to bill Medicaid without restrictions is required
• A valid driver's license and the ability to operate a motor vehicle are required
• An appropriate level of auto insurance coverage is required
• Ability to manage deadlines within a fast-paced, high-volume environment is required

Physical Requirements:

• May require the ability to sit, stand, walk, and drive for extended periods.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer is required
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

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