Licensed Counselor or Social Worker

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

Benefits offered by this job

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 across settings, including office, school, community, or telehealth. Responsibilities include biopsychosocial assessments, provisional diagnoses, and trauma-informed treatment planning under supervision; strong communication and organization are essential.

The role supports Medicaid documentation and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, with travel

Qualifications

• Active Ohio LSW or LPC license required
• Experience with behavioral health services for multiple needs
• Ability to bill Medicaid without restrictions

Responsibilities

• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and provisional diagnoses under supervision
• Provide therapeutic/ supportive interventions within licensure
• Develop trauma-informed, strength-based treatment plans
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure continuity of care
• Maintain Medicaid-compliant documentation
• Travel within designated service area; telehealth and in-office work as assigned

Skills

Active LSW/LPC license (Ohio)

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Trauma-informed care

Education

MSW or Counseling degree

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Medicaid billing experience

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

Enjoy a great work environment with an excellent salary, generous paid time off, and a strong benefits package.

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This job description is intended to indicate the basic nature of the position(s) allocated to this class and examples of typical duties that may be assigned. It does not imply that all positions within this class will perform all of the duties listed, nor does it attempt to list all possible duties that may be assigned.

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