Adult & Youth Licensed Mental Health Therapists-All Specialties (FT and PT Available! Potential Bonus!)

Where New Paths Begin

OhioGuidestone is the state’s leader in community behavioral health care, serving around 26,000 Ohioans each year. We focus on the needs of the whole person by providing telehealth and in-person prevention services, as well as mental health and substance use treatment. As we help people navigate the most difficult times in their lives—with compassion and respect—we ultimately empower them to take steps towards a healthier future.

We are seeking candidates with an interest or experience as a Social Worker. This role will carry a caseload with mental health and dual-diagnosed clients. Licensed Social Worker at OhioGuidestone have the benefit of a flexible schedule, FREE CEU's and FREE Supervision, as well as medical benefits where the monthly premium is covered by OhioGuidestone!

Must have a LSW/LISW, MFT/LMFT or LPC/LPCC and a minimum of a bachelors degree to be considered for this opportunity..

If you're passionate about helping those mired in the darkness of addiction, behavioral or mental health disorders in a diverse treatment setting where the need for humanity is as great as the potential for joy and success, then we would love to have a conversation with you.

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Education/Certification/Licensure: 

• Must have a bachelor's degree in a related field of study

• Must be a State of Ohio  tested or pending NCE test for the certification of LSW/LISW, MFT/LMFT, or LPC/LPCC

• Newly graduated, pre-exam/scheduled candidates as welcome!

Job Summary

 The Social Worker will work under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor and is responsible for providing diagnostic assessments, treatment planning, therapy, counseling, and support services for a diverse caseload including adults, adolescents, and families.  Services may be provided via telehealth, outpatient offices, and/or community-based settings.

Our team is growing and has a number of openings for Ohio State Licensed Therapists who specialize in areas such as:
* Substance Use Disorders outpatient and residential services
* Community-based and School-Based services
* Psychiatric services
* Early Childhood
* Juvenile Justice
* General Therapy

Essential Functions:

• Develop and maintain a therapeutic relationship with client, family, and caregivers to provide them support as appropriate.
• Interact with clients in a supportive manner, encouraging discussion and activities focused on recovery.
• Monitor client symptoms as well as response to treatment; communicate changes with treatment team to ensure immediate and appropriate interventions.
• Assist in crisis intervention as appropriate.
• 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 treatment conferences and meetings for the clients.
• Perform related administrative responsibilities; maintains client information, reports, records, and other documents; responds timely to emails and phone calls; attends and conducts in various trainings and meetings; communicates with other agencies, departments, and vendors regarding required paperwork, contract compliance and consults with other county agencies and/or supportive services as necessary.
• Accurately and promptly, document and maintain the confidentiality of client and family interactions including, legal, financial, and clinical documentation within agency guidelines.
• Maintain ongoing frequent contact with other assigned OhioGuidestone professionals or outside agency professionals assigned to case.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Exhibit positivity, flexibility, and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.
• Promote a team-based work environment and present the agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts.
• Will facilitate adolescent IOP groups for both court-ordered as well as external/ internal referral sources.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Positive, caring attitude toward substance use disorder (SUD) clients and their families.
• Knowledgeable about the disease of substance use disorder and community resources.
• 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 and processes for providing customer and personal services.
• Proficient computer skills, including Electronic Health Records, Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, etc.
• Organizational skills, team player and attention to detail.
• Ability to form relationships with diverse populations within diverse settings.

Performance/Physical Requirements:

• Work 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.
• Able to provide services in an office, the community and/or client homes, which may include facilities with multiple levels
• Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License with a safe driving record and valid insurance.
• Ability to take and pass a physical exam, tuberculosis test and drug screening.
• Employment is contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.

What we offer: 

• NEW higher pay rates
• Clear career ladder for development path in various roles
• Competitive medical benefits including a zero-cost monthly option for employee or employee children!
• Free CEU trainings
• 10 paid holidays; including two float holidays
• 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 match option
• Employment Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mileage reimbursement
• Free licensure supervision
• Recognition and rewards

EEO/Other statement:

At OhioGuidestone we care 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. We require and 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. Committed to creating a more diverse community, we encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups to apply. EEO/M/F/H/V  #IND1