Community Based Mental Health Therapist - Stark County

Job Summary

The Therapist works 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.

Education/Certification/Licensure

• Must have a bachelor's degree in a related field of study, Master's preferred
• Must have an LSW/LISW, MFT/LMFT, or LPC/LPCC
• Newly graduated, pre-exam/scheduled candidates as welcome!

Essential Functions

• Provide individual, family and group counseling and psychotherapy to assigned caseload, which may require specialty therapeutic services (e.g. SUD, Maternal Depression, etc.)
• 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 with the staff to access appropriate resources, and engaging community partners to develop an effective plan for supporting clients
• 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
• Participate in 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

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 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

• Able to provide services in an office, the community and/or client homes, which may include facilities with multiple levels
• Able to provide services in an office, the community and/or client homes, which may include facilities with multiple levels
• Able to provide services in an office, the community and/or client homes, which may include facilities with multiple levels
• Able to provide services in an office, the community and/or client homes, which may include facilities with multiple levels
• Able to provide services in an office, the community and/or client homes, which may include facilities with multiple levels
• Able to provide services in an office, the community and/or client homes, which may include facilities with multiple levels
• Able to provide services in an office, the community and/or client homes, which may include facilities with multiple levels
• Able to provide services in an office, the community and/or client homes, which may include facilities with multiple levels
• Able to provide services in an office, the community and/or client homes, which may include facilities with multiple levels
• Able to provide services in an office, the community and/or client homes, which may include facilities with multiple levels

Benefits

• Free CEU trainings
• Potential MONTHLY bonuses for exceeding productivity targets!
• Competitive medical benefits including a low cost monthly premium option for employee or employee + children!
• 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 match option
• Employment Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mileage reimbursement
• Free licensure supervision
• Recognition and rewards