School-Based Therapist (Group & Individual Therapy)

Mindpeace; Cincinnati, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

HSA with employer contributions

Paid time off up to 34 days in firstyr

10 holidays annually

Employer-paid life insurance

Job summary

Best Point Education & Behavioral Health is seeking a School-Based Therapist to deliver both group and individual therapy in a Cincinnati elementary setting on a 10-month schedule. The role focuses on trauma-informed, culturally responsive care and collaboration with families and school teams.

The ideal candidate has an Ohio license (LSW/LISW, LPC, or LPCC) and a Master’s degree in a related field, with experience in school or mental health settings and strong documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Active Ohio license: LSW/LISW, LPC, or LPCC.
• Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or related field.
• Experience in school, office, or mental health settings.
• Experience facilitating groups and providing individual therapy; crisis response.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain therapeutic relationships with children and families.
• Facilitate group therapy within the Day Treatment program.
• Provide individual therapy based on treatment goals and needs.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans.
• Maintain compliant clinical documentation and communicate with caregivers and school staff.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care.

Skills

Experience with children and families

Crisis response skills

Documentation skills

Group therapy facilitation

Education

Active Ohio license: LSW/LISW, LPC, or LPCC

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field

Job description

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School-Based Therapist (Group & Individual Therapy)

Full Time Therapist Cincinnati, OH, US

21 days ago Requisition ID: 1643

Salary Range: $46,000.00 To $47,600.00 Annually

Therapist –Group& Individual Therapy

Location: Withamsville-Tobasco Elementary School, Cincinnati, Ohio

About the Role

Best Point Education & Behavioral Health is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and mission-driven Therapist to support youth and families through a combination of Day Treatment programming and individual therapy services. This role follows a school schedule with school breaks off.

This position provides an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by delivering individual and group therapy, supporting behavioral and emotional development, responding to crisis situations, and helping children achieve their treatment goals in a school-based environment.

The Therapist plays a critical role in creating asafe, trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and client-centered environment. This position works closely with families, school personnel, and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care, monitor progress, and ensure high-quality clinical services.

Key Responsibilities

Direct Client Services

• Build and maintain strong therapeutic relationships with children and families.
• Facilitate structured group therapy using evidence-based interventions within the Day Treatment program.
• Provide individual therapy services based on client treatment goals, clinical needs, and identified strengths.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans.
• Implement Behavioral Support Plans (BSPs) and appropriate therapeutic interventions.
• Utilize CPI and de-escalation strategies during crisis situations.
• Monitor client progress and adjust interventions as clinically appropriate.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely clinical documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory standards.
• Communicate effectively with parents, guardians, caregivers, and school personnel.
• Participate in weekly clinical supervision, case consultation, and treatment team meetings.
• Collaborate with internal and external providers to coordinate client care.
• Partner with multidisciplinary teams to support client, program, and organizational goals.
• Build and maintain positive professional relationships with school and community partners.

Quality & Compliance

• Utilize clinical and program outcome data to inform treatment decisions and monitor client progress.
• Maintain compliance with agency policies, professional licensure requirements, billing regulations, HIPAA, and ethical standards.
• Complete all required trainings and maintain applicable certifications.

Documentation & Administrative Responsibilities

• Complete clinical documentation and billing accurately and within established timelines.
• Utilize Credible reports and data tools to monitor client outcomes and performance metrics.
• Ensure therapy and group spaces remain organized, safe, and properly supplied.
• Complete other administrative and program responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• ActiveLSW, LISW, LPC, or LPCC license in the State of Ohio.
• Master's degree inSocial Work , Counseling, Psychology, or a related field .
• Experience working in office, school, and/or mental health treatment settings.
• Experience working with children, adolescents, and families.
• Experience facilitating therapeutic groups and providing individual counseling services.
• Ability to implement behavior modification strategies and therapeutic interventions.
• Strong clinical judgment, assessment, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced therapeutic environment serving youth.
• Commitment totrauma-informed, culturally responsive, and client-centered care.
• Ability to respond calmly and effectively to crisis situations.

Starting salary: $46,000 annually, based on qualifications and experience. Includes school breaks off, working a 10-month schedule.

At Best Point, we believe taking care of our employees is essential to taking care of our community. That's why we offer a comprehensive and affordable benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, career growth, and work-life balance. Our benefit costs are approximately 38% lower than those of other organizations our size , helping you keep more of what you earn.

• Medical, dental, and vision coveragestarting as low as $27 per paycheck
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions of up to$1,200 annuallyfor 2+ person plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Free preventive care and wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential emotional, financial, legal, and personal support
• Optional pet insurance
• Competitive403(b) retirement plan with up to a 4% employer match
• Employer-paid life insurance valued at2.5x your annual salary, up to $300,000 - 100% paid by Best Point
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility, along with educational loan forgiveness support and resources
• Weekly licensure supervision
• Free continuing education opportunities and professional development
• 10% tuition discountfor online programs through the University of Cincinnati
• Leadership Academy and professional development programs at no cost
• Interest-free personal computer loan program
• Employee referral bonus program with payouts of up to$1,000

Tools & Resources to Support Your Work

• Mileage reimbursementfor eligible work-related travel
• Technology and resources to support effective clinical service delivery
• Access to professional development and training opportunities

Time Away to Recharge

• Generous paid time off package —up to 34 days off in your first yearfor eligible employees
• 10 paid holidaysannually
• Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster placement
• A work environment that supports healthy work-life balance and personal well-being

This position works across school and mental health treatment environments and involves direct interaction with children experiencing behavioral, emotional, and mental health challenges.

Employees may be exposed to shouting and clients who demonstrate verbal or physical aggression. The position may also involve exposure to blood, vomit, and other bodily fluids. Employees are expected to maintain a calm, professional, therapeutic, and safety-focused approach when responding to challenging behaviors and crisis situations.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The position regularly requires sitting, standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds . Employees must be capable of sustained physical exertion and able to participate in required physical restraint techniques and exercises to ensure client safety.

About Best Point

Best Point Education & Behavioral Health is Greater Cincinnati's most prolific nonprofit organization specializing in education, therapeutic health services, and autism support for vulnerable and at-risk youth and their families.

We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment where employees can grow professionally while making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families.

Our Culture

We lead our community with respect and tolerance, both internally and externally, and expect our employees to embrace these values in their day-to-day interactions.

Best Point is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected category.