Licensed Mental Health Therapist

Goodwill Industries of Greater Cleveland and East Central Ohio, Inc.; Canton (OH); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible hours

Supportive work environment

Job summary

A mental health services organization in Canton, Ohio, is looking for a Clinical Therapist to provide therapy and assessments to children and adolescents. This role includes individual and family therapy sessions in various settings. Candidates must be licensed in Ohio and should have a degree in Social Work or Counseling. Previous experience with diverse populations and trauma-informed practices is beneficial. Both full-time and part-time positions are available with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Licensed in Ohio to provide assessment and therapy.
• Experience working with youth in mental health settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual and family therapy sessions.
• Complete diagnostic assessments and mental health consultations.
• Provide services in various settings including schools and homes.
• Work with a wide range of diagnoses and age groups.
• Adapt work hours to include evenings and weekends as needed.

Skills

Experience with special populations

Ability to engage diverse clients

Collaboration with mental health professionals

Trauma-informed training

Cultural competence

Education

Bachelor's in Social Work or Master's in Counseling/Social Work

Job description

Overview

Now more than ever, mental and behavioral health care for kids is needed in our community. Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health is looking to meet the growing demands by hiring a full-time or part-time Clinical Therapist. As a member of our team, you will help children, youth and families successfully meet life's challenges by offering the support they need. We are a collaborative network of child therapists, psychiatrists, PMHNPs, case managers, school staff, community partners and other mental health professionals working toward a common goal. Together, we provide a positive environment for kids and their families to find health, hope and happiness.

We offer a compassionate, supportive, accountable work environment to help you grow your career, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, life insurance, retirement, and paid time off.

Job Descriptions/Duties

• Conduct Individual and Family Therapy sessions.
• Conduct Diagnostic/Comprehensive Assessments and Mental Health Consultation & Prevention.
• Provide services in school-based, office-based, community-based, or client home settings.
• Serve populations ranging from early childhood to transition-aged adolescents and young adults with a wide range of diagnoses and presenting problems.
• Flexibly work after school, evenings (some evenings required), and possibly Saturdays.

Skills And Experience

• Experience or willingness to work with a variety of special populations including early childhood, traumatized and victimized children & youth, transition-aged adolescents, youth with sexual behavior problems, chronic & severely emotionally/behaviorally impaired youth.
• Ability to engage a wide range of clients and parents, including those from diverse populations or uncertain about the value of mental health services.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with other mental health professionals and external partners.
• Experience or willingness to apply evidence-based/evidence-informed practices as required.
• Training and practice experience that is trauma‑informed and familiarity with modalities such as Trauma‑focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, DBT, DINA, and the Incredible Years.
• Must be culturally competent and willing to work with diverse clients and families.

Qualifications

• Licensed in the state of Ohio to provide assessment and therapy via the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board, or the Ohio Board of Psychology (LSW, LISW, LPC, LPCC, MFT, IMFT, Licensed Psychologist).
• Must possess at least a bachelor's degree in Social Work or a master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, or equivalent.

Salary and compensation will be based upon licensure status and direct care hours provided.

Full‑time or part‑time positions available with flexible hours.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. Stark Co. – EEO-6