Therapist

Where New Paths BeginRecovery is possible with OhioGuidestone. A leader in the field of behavioral health with a history dating back to 1864, we address the needs of the whole person, helping them reset their paths, reclaim their autonomy and restore their purpose. OhioGuidestone connects individuals with the resources needed to achieve lifelong success, providing community counseling, substance use disorder treatment, workforce development training, early childhood mental health services, psychiatric care and more.OhioGuidestone is looking for qualified licensed therapists with a desire to work with clients who are experiencing mental health and/or addiction issues. Candidates must have a genuine passion to work in homes and communities and provide telehealth services with diverse adolescent and adult clientele! The Community Based Mental Health Therapist will establish therapeutic relationships, provide behavioral health, addiction counseling, and consultation as needed. Therapists work with individuals/families in Fairfield County.Watch why it is GREAT to work for OhioGuidestoneEssential Functions:Develops a therapeutic relationship with each client.Provides individual, group or family therapy as needed.Available for clinical consultation.Maintains a minimum productivity level of 58% billable face-to-face contacts per week.Maintains ongoing frequent contact with other assigned OhioGuidestone professionals, parents or outside agency professionals assigned to case.Provide CPST and minor case management functions if needed.Assumes a strong advocacy role for clients and makes recommendations for clinical and support services needed upon discharge.Actively participates in all treatment conferences and meetings for the pletes all paperwork required by the agency within designated time framesAssumes a leadership role in the interpretation and support of agency policies.Participates in agency and community meetings as needed.Attends conferences and workshops to maintain professional competence.Provides in-service training as requested.Maintains regular and reliable attendance.Exhibits positivity, flexibility and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.Demonstrates positive leadership, promote a team-based work environment and present the Agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts.If Therapist is also responsible for School Services, the following functions are essential, in addition to above:Coordinates and provides service and support to assigned clients and families or care givers in the school environment.Provides school personnel and parents with information on child''s mental health diagnosis, behavior management, household management, communication and relationship enhancement.Provides group services, leads treatment and psycho-educational groups.Consults with school personnel and participate in school meetings as necessary.Performance/Physical Requirements:Work environment can include an agency office, school based setting, or in the community including clients homesEnglish reading and writing skills requiredWorks flexible hours and is available for crisis management by phoneComputer literacy skills, including Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, and basic database usage, as well as basic typingQualifications:Minimum educational level is a Bachelor''s degree* in social work with an Ohio LSW. A Master''s degree with LPC, MFT, LISW, LPCC, IMFT is preferred. Must have a valid Ohio Driver''s License and safe driving record.*Funding sources may require OhioGuidestone to hire an advanced degreeAt 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 mitted to creating a more diverse community, we encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups to apply. EEO/M/F/H/V IND1EducationRequiredBachelors or better in Social WorkPreferredMasters or better in Counseling or related fieldMasters or better in Social WorkLicenses & CertificationsPreferredLIMFTLISWMFTLPCCLPCLSWSkillsPreferredR-Customer ServiceR-AODR-Crisis InterventionR-Home VisitingR-Mental Health CounselingR-Behavior ManagementBehaviorsPreferredInnovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinkingTeam Player: Works well as a member of a groupThought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subjectEnthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interestLoyal: Shows firm and constant support to a causeDedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrityMotivationsPreferredGoal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasksSelf-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside helpAbility to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organizationFlexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goalsWork-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

Created: 2025-09-06