Master's Level Licensed Social Worker LSW/LCSW

New Vision Behavioral Health Services; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Clinical supervision

Continuing education

Meaningful work in Youngstown

Job summary

New Vision Behavioral Health Services seeks a Master1 Social Worker (LSW/LCSW) to provide mental health therapy for children, adolescents, and adults in an outpatient setting. The role emphasizes assessment, individual/family counseling, group facilitation, and care coordination.

Requires an MSW and active Ohio licensure (LSW/LCSW; LISW preferred) with at least 2 years of clinical experience and strong documentation skills in an EHR environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program
• Active LSW or LCSW in Ohio; LISW preferred
• Minimum 2 years of relevant clinical mental health experience
• Strong clinical documentation skills and familiarity with EHRs
• Knowledge of Mahoning Valley community resources
• Ability to pass background check and drug screen
• First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive bio-psycho-social assessments and develop treatment plans
• Provide individual, family, and group counseling services
• Facilitate therapeutic groups for children, adolescents, and adults
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in the EHR
• Collaborate with families, schools, courts, and other professionals
• Participate in clinical supervision, team meetings, and ongoing professional development
• Provide crisis intervention and risk assessments as needed
• Link clients to community resources and support systems
• Uphold professional ethics and standards of practice

Skills

Empathy

Counseling

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

MSW (Master's in Social Work)

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Job Title:

Licensed Master Social Worker (LSW / LCSW) - Mental Health Therapist (Children & Adults)

Employment Type:

Full-Time, Permanent

Location:

Youngstown, OH (80 E Midlothian Ave)

Organization:

NVBH (Northeast Valley Behavioral Health)

Position Summary

We are seeking a Master's Level Licensed Social Worker (LSW or LCSW) to provide compassionate, high-quality mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults in an outpatient setting. This is a clinical therapy position focused on assessment, individual/family counseling, group facilitation, and care coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive bio-psycho-social assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide individual, family, and group counseling services.
• Facilitate therapeutic groups for children, adolescents, and adults.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in the electronic health record.
• Collaborate effectively with families, schools, courts, and other professionals.
• Participate in clinical supervision, team meetings, and ongoing professional development.
• Provide crisis intervention and risk assessments as needed.
• Link clients to community resources and support systems.
• Uphold professional ethics and standards of practice.

Requirements

• Education: Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program.
• Licensure: Active LSW or LCSW in the State of Ohio (required). LISW strongly preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant clinical experience in mental health, counseling, or social work.
• Strong clinical documentation skills and familiarity with electronic health records.
• Knowledge of community resources in the Mahoning Valley.
• Ability to pass background check and drug screen.
• First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with children/adolescents and adults.
• Training in evidence-based practices (CBT, trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, etc.).
• Experience in criminal justice, school-based, or integrated behavioral health settings.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate with potential for growth.
• Supportive team environment with clinical supervision.
• Opportunities for continuing education.
• Meaningful work making a difference in the Youngstown community.

NVBH is an equal opportunity employer.