Therapist- Intensive Home-based Treatment- Medina County

Ohio Guidestone; Medina (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexible hours

Professional development

Caseload variety

Free licensure supervision

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

OhioGuidestone seeks a licensed Therapist to provide diagnostic assessments, treatment planning, therapy, counseling, and support for adults, adolescents, and families under supervision.

You will deliver individual, family and group counseling, develop Treatment Plans after the first encounter, and document progress notes.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree from an accredited program; licensure as LSW/LPC/MFT.
• Experience providing individual, family and group therapy.
• Ability to work with adults, adolescents, and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family and group counseling and psychotherapy to assigned caseload.
• Develop and maintain a therapeutic relationship with client, family, and caregivers to provide support as appropriate.
• Respond to mental health emergencies in a culturally responsive manner to support clients.
• Identify appropriate interventions for clients in crisis and engage community partners to develop plans.
• Accurately document and maintain client and family interactions within agency guidelines.

Skills

Individual counseling

Group counseling

Family counseling

Cultural competence

Electronic Health Records

Education

Master’s Degree

LSW/LPC/MFT licensure

Tools

EHR software

Microsoft Office

Job description

OhioGuidestone provides a complete continuum of responsive person-centered prevention services, mental health and substance use treatment, and wrap-around supports, serving the needs of over 50,000 people each year through telehealth and locations across Ohio.

At OhioGuidestone, we believe a workforcecomprisedof employees from diverse backgrounds andcommunitiesand a culture of belonging makes us a better organization. Together, we continue to build a workplace that encourages, supports, and celebrates the varied voices of our employees.

Job Summary

The Therapist works under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor/Manager and is responsible for providing diagnostic assessments, treatment planning, therapy, counseling, and support services for a diverse caseload including adults, adolescents, and families.

Essential Functions

• Provide individual, family and group counseling and psychotherapy to assigned caseload, which may include clients with severe and persistent mental illness and substance use disorders and/or may require specialty therapeutic services
• Complete documented evidence-based Treatment Plan after the first encounter with client and documented review of Plan and progress toward therapy goal(s)/objective(s) in each progress note thereafter.
• Develop and maintain a therapeutic relationship with client, family, and caregivers to provide them support as appropriate.
• Respond to mental health emergencies in a culturally responsive manner to support clients in a framework and manner that acknowledges their unique and intersecting personal and cultural identities.
• Identify appropriate interventions for clients in crisis, working effectively to access appropriate resources, and engaging community partners to develop an effective plan for supporting clients.
• Provide Community Psychiatric Supports and Treatment (CPST), SUD Targeted Case Management and Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS), and/or minor case management functions if needed.
• Serve as a liaison to coordinate, makes referrals, or arrange for appropriate community resources when needed, acts as an advocate for the client as needed.
• Actively participate in all treatment conferences and meetings for the clients; maintain ongoing frequent contact with other assigned OhioGuidestone professionals or outside agency professionals assigned to case.
• Accurately and promptly, document and maintain client and family interactions including, legal, financial, and clinical documentation within agency guidelines.

• Attend and participate in regular supervision.
• Maintain all required licenses.
• Exhibit positivity, flexibility, and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.
• Demonstrate positive leadership, promote a team-based work environment and present the agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts.

Education/Certification/Licensure

• LSW , LPC, MFT license and related educational requirement:
  • Master’s Degree from relevant accredited program; or

Required Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
• Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of emotional and mental dysfunctions.
• Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, and cultures and their history and origins.
• Effective interpersonal skills; ability to form relationships with diverse populations within diverse settings.
• Excellent time management skills; able to prioritize, comfortable in fast-paced environment with multiple clients.
• Proficient computer skills, including Electronic Health Records, Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, etc.

Performance/Physical Requirements

• Work environment can include an agency office, home-based or school-based setting, childcare facilities, or participant’s homes.
• Able to provide services in an office, the community and/or client homes, which may include facilities with multiple levels.
• Works flexible hours, which can include days, evenings, and weekends, as desired to meet the needs of clients and the OhioGuidestone and is available for crisis management by phone as needed.
• Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License with a safe driving record and valid insurance.
• Ability to take and pass a physical exam and drug screen.
• Employment is contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.

• Authorization to work legally in the United States.

Benefits:

What we offer

• Stable non-profit organization with160+ yeartrack record!
• Clear career ladder for development path in various roles
• Opportunity to earn monthly $$$ bonus (onselect clinical/therapist and BHS roles only)
• Competitive medical benefitsincluding a low-premium medical plan option foret employee or employee+ children!
• Free CEUtrainings
• 10 paid holidays (some are exchangeable)
• Flexible work schedules to support work/life balance
• Flexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, job roles, intern to hire, and locations
• 401(k) with employer matchoption
• Employment Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mileage reimbursement
• Free licensure supervision
• Recognition and rewards

Wealsocare about the health and safety of our employees. OhioGuidestone requires applicants to complete a pre-employment screening process upon receipt of an offer of employment. Werequireand cover the cost of fingerprint background screening, physical, Tuberculosis test, and drug screen after an employment offer is made. Any employment offer is contingent upon receipt of all satisfactory pre-employment screenings.