Mental Health Therapist (LSW/LPC), Pediatric Day Treatment

Kids Thrive; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health

Tuition reimbursement

Generous PTO & holidays

401(k) with company contribution

Life Insurance

Accident insurance

Critical Illness

Hospital Indemnity

Job summary

Kids Thrive is seeking a Mental Health Therapist to join our Pediatric Mental Health Program serving children ages 3–10 in Dayton, Ohio. The role supports emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs in a safe, nurturing setting, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

You will provide individual and family therapy, complete assessments, treatment plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. Licensing requirements include LSW, LISW, LPC, or LPCC in Ohio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Mental Health Counseling, or a related field.
• Current Ohio licensure as an LSW, LISW, LPC, or LPCC.
• Experience working with children and families preferred.
• Strong clinical, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Compassionate, patient, and child-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and family therapy to children ages 3–10.
• Co-lead therapeutic day treatment groups.
• Complete clinical intakes, diagnostic assessments, treatment plans, and discharge summaries.
• Conduct family interviews and connect families with resources.
• Provide crisis intervention when needed.
• Participate in treatment team meetings.
• Collaborate with counselors, social workers, facilitators, and other professionals.
• Help children build skills for home, school, and life.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Child-centered approach

Empathy

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Mental Health Counseling

Job description

Mental Health Therapist – LSW, LISW, LPC, or LPCC

Make a Difference in a Child's Life — Monday Through Friday!

No weekends. No late nights. Just meaningful work with children and families.

Kids Thrive is hiring a compassionate and experienced Mental Health Therapist / Child Therapist to join our Pediatric Mental Health Program serving children ages 3–10 .

If you're a Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor, or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who wants to make a lasting impact in the lives of children, we'd love to meet you!

Salary: $55,000–$65,000/year
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
NO WEEKENDS!
Dayton, Ohio

Why You'll Love Working at Kids Thrive

We believe therapists do their best work when they're supported, valued, and given opportunities to grow.

Our benefits include:

• Comprehensive Health: Multitude of medical plan options (Health Share & Vista Wellness), Dental, and Vision.
• Investment in You: Up to $15,000 in tuition reimbursement and student loan forgiveness programs.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Future Planning: 401(k) with company contribution and Life Insurance.
• Peace of Mind: Accident insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage.

About the Position

As a Mental Health Therapist , you'll provide therapeutic services to children experiencing emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges.

You'll work as part of a multidisciplinary team in a safe, nurturing environment where children can develop emotional regulation, social skills, healthy relationships, and positive behaviors.

What You'll Do

• Provide individual and family therapy to children ages 3–10.
• Co-lead therapeutic day treatment groups .
• Complete clinical intakes, diagnostic assessments, treatment plans, and discharge summaries.
• Conduct family interviews and connect families with appropriate resources.
• Provide crisis intervention when needed.
• Participate in treatment team meetings.
• Collaborate with counselors, social workers, facilitators, and other behavioral health professionals.
• Help children build the skills they need to succeed at home, school, and in life .

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Mental Health Counseling , or a related field.
• Current Ohio licensure as an LSW, LISW, LPC, or LPCC .
• Experience working with children and families is preferred.
• Strong clinical, communication, and teamwork skills.
• A compassionate, patient, and child-centered approach.

Why Kids Thrive?

Every child has potential. Sometimes, trauma, behavioral challenges, environmental circumstances, or other life experiences can make it difficult for that potential to shine.

At Kids Thrive, we create a supportive therapeutic environment where children can heal, grow, build relationships, improve emotional regulation, and thrive .

Our therapists don't simply provide treatment—they help children discover skills, confidence, and hope for their future.