Licensed Intake Clinician (LSW/LPC)

Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Sick time

Mileage reimbursement

Public Student Loan Forgiveness

403(b) Retirement

Tuition Assistance

Internship opportunities

Bonus incentives

CEU opportunities

Job summary

Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services (GCBHS) is hiring Licensed Intake Clinicians to support individuals with severe mental illness and substance use disorder in Cincinnati and Amelia, Ohio.

Ideal candidates hold an Ohio SWT or CT license (LSW/LPC preferred) and have experience in behavioral health treatment. Trainee periods may lead to licensure, with Welcome Back bonuses available for returning clinicians.

Responsibilities

• Provides intake and diagnostic assessments for individuals with severe mental illness and substance use disorder
• Conducts clinical evaluations, gathers diagnostic information, and assesses overall functioning
• Develops individualized, medically necessary treatment recommendations
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members for intake coordination, crisis management, and treatment planning
• Delivers services in alignment with best practices, ethical standards, and professional boundaries

Job description

Join our mission to help individuals with mental illness and addictions to lead healthy and productive lives.

Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services (GCBHS) has immediate openings for Licensed Intake Clinicians to support individuals experiencing severe mental illness and substance use disorder in our outpatient behavioral health clinic in Cincinnati and Amelia, Ohio.

The ideal candidate will hold an Ohio LSW, LISW, LPC, or LPCC and have experience working with individuals receiving behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment. This position is an excellent opportunity for clinicians seeking meaningful clinical experience and support toward independent licensure.

MSW or MA-level clinicians with an active SWT or CT license will also be considered, with the expectation of obtaining LSW or LPC licensure at the completion of the trainee period.

Welcome Back Bonus – Up to $3,000

Returning to behavioral health after 30+ days away? You may qualify for Ohio’s $3,000 Welcome Back bonus for direct care roles. Ask our recruiters about other state-funded bonuses available to support your return and growth in the field!

Why Work at GCBHS?

• Boost Your Earning Potential—We offer Productivity Bonuses up to $50 an hour!
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time (accrued separately)
• Flexible work schedules + mileage reimbursement
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness
• Comprehensive health insurance (dental/vision)
• 403(b) Retirement with agency matching
• Tuition Assistance ($2,500 per semester or quarter for MSW or MA Counseling)
• Internship and Practicum opportunities for MSW and MA Counseling students (prioritized for current employees)
• Bonus opportunities based on productivity metrics
• Eligibility for discretionary annual incentive bonus
• Professional development opportunities and no cost to you CEU's

Position Responsibilities For Licensed Intake Clinician

• Provides intake and diagnostic assessments for individuals with severe mental illness and substance use disorder
• Conducts clinical evaluations, gathers diagnostic information, and assesses overall functioning
• Develops individualized, medically necessary treatment recommendations
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members for intake coordination, crisis management, and treatment planning
• Delivers services in alignment with best practices, ethical standards, and professional boundaries

Position Requirements For Licensed Intake Clinician

• Ohio SWT or CT license required (must be eligible to pass the LSW or LPC exam at the completion of the trainee license)
• Ohio LSW or LPC preferred
• Pay differential available for LISW or LPCC
• Experience working with individuals receiving behavioral health and/or substance use disorder treatment

GCBHS has been named a Top Workplace in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky since 2010! Visit our website to learn more about GCBHS: www.gcbhs.com