Licensed Group Therapist

Bellefaire JCB; Ravenna (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and Rx plans

Generous paid time off and holidays

100% paid parental leave

Tuition reduction at Case Western Reserve University

Defined benefit pension plan

403(b) retirement plan

Pet insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bellefaire JCB in Ravenna, Ohio, is seeking a Group Lead to join a multi-disciplinary treatment team. The role involves providing clinical services, leading group therapies, and conducting assessments for youth. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in social work and relevant licensure and have experience working with children and families. This position contributes to the treatment and support of over 43,000 youths and their families each year. Comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment are provided.

Qualifications

• Valid Ohio LSW, LPC, MFT, or Psychologist required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and driving record.
• Experience with therapeutic group services is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional clinical services and documentation.
• Conduct assessments and treatment planning.
• Lead therapeutic day treatment and IOP groups.
• Ensure clients' safety during group activities.

Skills

Experience working with children, adolescents, and their families

Assessments

Treatment planning

Crisis intervention

Case management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work or relevant field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

BENEFITS

• Comprehensive health and Rx plans, including a zero-cost option.
• Wellness program including free preventative care
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• 100% paid parental leave for childbirth, adoption, and foster care
• 50% tuition reduction at Case Western Reserve University for the MSW program
• Defined benefit pension plan
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Pet insurance
• Employer paid life insurance and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Support for continuing education and credential renewal
• Ancillary benefits including: dental, vision, voluntary life, short term disability, hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness
• Flexible Spending Account for Health and Dependent Care

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Education: Bachelor’s degree in social work or relevant field required. Master’s degree preferred.
2. Licensure: Valid Ohio LSW, LPC, MFT, or Psychologist required.
3. Experience: Experience working with children, adolescents and their families.
4. Other: Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets the underwriting criteria of the Agency’s insurance company. Must be approved by Bellefaire to transport clients in own vehicle.

AGENCY SUMMARY

Bellefaire JCB is among the nation’s largest, most experienced child service agencies providing a variety of mental health, substance abuse, education, and prevention services. Bellefaire JCB helps more than 43,000 youth and their families yearly achieve resiliency, dignity and self-sufficiency through its more than 25 programs.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Group Lead is a member of a multi-disciplinary treatment team and is responsible for the treatment of youth referred to the Group Services Department. The Group Lead is responsible for the clinical planning and execution of therapeutic day treatment groups, IOP groups, and/or other group services as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1. Provide professional clinical services and documentation thereof, including, but not limited to:
   1. Assessments
   2. Treatment planning
   3. Group treatment
   4. Skills building
   5. Case management
   6. Discharge & aftercare planning
2. Complete all clinical documentation, including progress notes, appropriately and within departmental timelines.
3. Provide required amount of delivery hours per week as established by departmental guidelines.
4. Take primary lead of day treatment, IOP, and/or other groups as assigned by the Group Services Supervisor.
5. Understand and execute evidence-based curriculum as assigned.
6. Oversee client activities and be accountable for whereabouts and safety of clients on site during group time.
7. Assist in crisis intervention, problem resolution and process discussions with clients as necessary.
8. Assist with client transportation to and from group programming as needed.
9. Immediately report and appropriately document all major unusual incidents and other events that would trigger an incident report.
10. Partner with other group staff to maintain consistent contact with parents/guardians of clients to provide updates, skills education, and client advocacy.
11. Partner with other group staff to maintain positive relationships with other community providers (such as Ohio Rise and schools) and provide regular communication, updates, and client advocacy.

OTHER DUTIES

1. Remain current with all training requirements.
2. Attend scheduled staff meetings, supervision, and on‑going training.
3. All required trainings, certifications and licensure must be kept current in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards.
4. Respect the privacy of clients and hold in confidence all information obtained during the client’s treatment. All client‑related documents should be handled in accordance with Agency guidelines on confidential material.
5. Maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct and adhere to Agency policies and procedures.
6. Other duties as assigned by management.

Bellefaire JCB is an equal opportunity employer, and hires its employees without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.