Counselor (LSW, LISW, LPC, LPCC, MFT, MIFT)

About the role

At Signature Health, our purpose is to provide integrated healthcare for our community specializing in patients with mental illness and/or addiction because we want people to realize their highest potential. If you align with our core values—putting people first, striving for excellence in the work you do each day, and having a can‑do mindset—Signature Health is the best place for the next step in your rewarding career.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
• 401(k) match
• HealthJoy – a no‑cost medical and mental‑health online resource available Day 1
• Robust earned paid time off (PTO) program
• Federal Loan Forgiveness Program (available on eligible roles)
• Professional Development Support

Scope of Role

Reporting to the Supervisor, Behavioral Health Services, the Counselor will provide counseling services to both adults and children experiencing behavioral and emotional difficulties. Services may be delivered in individual, group, or family settings, using a team‑focused treatment‑plan approach to deliver exceptional therapeutic interventions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual, group, or family therapy for both adults and children.
• Actively engage in supervision with your Behavioral Health Supervisor.
• Assist clients in preparing and presenting treatment program work material.
• Maintain client charting in accordance with Medicaid, JCAHO, ODADAS, ODMH, CARF, and professional standards.
• Demonstrate the ability to work efficiently, meeting productivity expectations.
• Prepare all documentation for discharge and after‑care referral.
• Assist in community outreach.
• Act to understand and safeguard the welfare of others.
• Consult with supervisor on ethical and legal aspects of the organization.
• Provide telehealth services as determined by Signature Health.
• Complete all productivity and documentation requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Valid, unencumbered LSW, LISW, LPC, LPCC, LIMFT, or LMFT license in the state of Ohio.
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Competency in treating mental health and/or substance‑use disorders within individual, group, couples, and family systems therapy.
• Experience collaborating with team members to optimize client outcomes.
• Familiarity with state and federal healthcare regulations.
• Awareness of community and state support resources for the served population.

Working Conditions

• Typical interior/office/clinical environment.
• Standard hours with flexibility to work evenings and extended hours as needed.
• Periods of sitting, standing, telephone, and computer work.
• Hearing, speaking, and vision abilities adequate for in‑person, telephone, and telehealth interactions.
• Occasional lifting and carrying of items up to 15 lb unassisted.
• Possible exposure to blood‑borne pathogens.
• Frequent bending, reaching, repetitive hand movements, standing, walking, squatting, and sitting throughout the workday.
• Sufficient dexterity to operate a PC and other office equipment.