Therapist

Path Ihc; The Plains (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Path Behavioral Healthcare in The Plains, OH, seeks a Behavioral Health Therapist to provide individual and group therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. The role emphasizes strengths-based counseling, treatment planning, and collaborative care across the care team.

Under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, you will deliver therapy in outpatient and telehealth settings, maintain documentation, and support families while upholding HIPAA and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or Clinical Counseling from an accredited university.
• Valid Ohio license to provide clinical counseling services (LSW/LISW/LPC/LPCC).
• Minimum 3 years of clinical experience, including outpatient setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families with a strengths-based approach.
• Establish goals and strategies and document client progress and services.
• Develop and monitor individualized treatment plans per OMHAS and CARF standards.
• Collaborate with care team, physicians, case management, and referral sources.
• Refer to psychiatry or other professionals as needed and document services per policy.
• Participate in care conferences and report concerns per state/federal requirements.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and professional records; uphold Path Behavioral Healthcare policies.

Skills

Therapy skills

Group therapy

Communication skills

HIPAA compliance

EHR proficiency

Documentation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in Social Work or Clinical Counseling

Bachelor's degree in Social Work (LSW eligibility)

Job description

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Therapist

Full Time The Plains, OH, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1230

TITLE: Therapist, Behavioral Health

RESPONSIBLE TO: Clinical Supervisor

WORK AREA: Outpatient office, Community, Telehealth

SUMMARY: The Behavioral Health Therapist's primary role, under the direction of the Clinical

Supervisor, is to utilize their specialized clinical knowledge and advanced clinical skills in

counseling, diagnostic interviews, assessments, and preparation and delivery of treatment plans for

children, adolescent, and adult patients. The Behavioral Health Therapist will provide therapy

sessions for individuals, groups, and families.

BLOODBORNE PATHOGEN CATEGORY I: Tasks with actual blood/body fluid exposure are

not included in this position's duties as the job requires therapeutic counseling only.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Day-To-Day Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group strengths-based therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families.
• Establish clear goals and strategies for the welfare of the client and maintain documentation of services provided and client progress.
• Work with the client to develop an individual treatment plan according to OMHAS and CARF person/family-centered standards, review and monitor services and activities, documenting progress.
• Support the care team environment by working collaboratively with clients and their families as appropriate, physicians, nurse practitioners, case management, referral sources, and ancillary agencies.
• Provide client referrals to psychiatry/nurse practitioners, support groups, or other mental health professionals or agencies, and document services provided per the policies of PATH Behavioral Health, your professional licensing body, and state and federal guidelines.
• Participate in care conferences and case reviews, and document and report concerns of abuse or neglect to the appropriate authorities according to the requirements of state/federal law and your licensing body.
• Work professionally with referring providers or agencies, court systems, probation departments, foster care agencies, and the school system.
• Be committed and respectful of cultural diversity, religious and personal values, and traditions of clients and their families in alignment with the Path's mission.

Day-To-Day Team Member Responsibilities

• Willingly serve in a professional and collaborative capacity with all other employees of Path Behavioral Healthcare, fully understanding and complying with all organizational processes and policies.
• Collaborate with all supervisors and coworkers to communicate with transparency and drive implementation of the organization's goals, objectives, and processes.
• Maintain an organized practice and schedule, be at work on time and ready to work, and leave work at the completion of client care responsibilities.
• Reduce client rescheduling by fully informing the appropriate person of necessary time off work.
• Maintain strict compliance with HIPAA guidelines, confidentiality agreements, billing and coding guidelines, and company policy.
• Maintain a demeanor of positive professionalism and serve as a model for others to exemplify the mission and vision of Path Behavioral Healthcare.

Licensing/Continuing Education

• Maintains an active, unrestricted Ohio license to provide clinical counseling services.
• Attends all required continuing education opportunities per the regulations of your licensing body.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Candidate must have a Master's degree in Social Work or Clinical Counseling from an accredited university. A Bachelor's degree in Social Work is also acceptable if the candidate holds a valid LSW license.
• Licensure: Candidates must possess one of the following licenses: LSW, LISW, LPC, or LPCC.
• Experience: Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of clinical experience, including at least 1 year of experience in an outpatient setting.
• Physical Effort: This position requires the ability to work under stressful conditions and to work irregular hours. Requires sitting for extended periods of time, viewing computer monitors, and keyboarding.
• Communication Skills: Candidates must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills in order to communicate professionally via telephone and in writing. Strong grammar and writing skills are crucial for clear and concise communication with clients, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
• Interpersonal Skills: The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to interact and assist in a friendly, compassionate, and professional manner with colleagues, providers, clients, and their families, as they represent both themselves and Path Behavioral Healthcare.
• Essential Technical/Motor Skills: Candidates must achieve competency in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) program, telemedicine services, and any additional software programs utilized by the company, ensuring efficient access and updating of client information. The role requires fine dexterity, adept handling, and proficient gripping abilities to perform various tasks.
• Background: The candidate must pass all federal and state background checks, and their educational and work history will be confirmed in compliance with company policies.