Autism Spectrum Informed Counselor/Social Worker - $3,500 Bonus

BUCKEYE RANCH•Whitehall, OH

8d•$44,723 - $74,000

About The Position

The Buckeye Ranch is seeking an Autism Spectrum Informed Counselor/Social Worker for its Community Based program. The role supports children and youth with co-occurring mental health conditions and Autism Spectrum Disorders, working closely with families to prevent out-of-home placement and reduce risks. Services are intensive and community-based, serving high-risk clients through a paired-dyad approach. Therapists maintain small caseloads, provide in-home care, and typically work with families for 6–9 months. Providers are accountable for achieving positive outcomes. The organization provides comprehensive initial and ongoing training and supervision to strengthen clinical skills and support high-quality care. The Buckeye Ranch provides services to children, youth, and families in Central Ohio, addressing needs related to mental illness, abuse, and neglect. The position is based at E Main St in Whitehall, Ohio, and involves 60–70% travel. It is a full-time role with a listed salary range of $44,723–$74,000 and a $3,500 bonus. Benefits become effective on the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Employment offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment drug screening, references, FBI/BCI background check, ARCS registries check, and SACWIS database checks. The Buckeye Ranch is an equal opportunity employer and a substance- and tobacco-free workplace. Visa sponsorship is not available; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field.
Active Ohio LSW, LPC, or MFT license.
Active Ohio driver’s license.
Proof of auto insurance.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.
Satisfactory completion of pre-employment drug screen, reference checks, FBI/BCI background check, ARCS registries check, and SACWIS database checks.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Previous work experience as a Social Worker, Counselor, Therapist, or Clinician.

Responsibilities

Support children and youth with co-occurring mental health conditions and Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Work closely with families to prevent out-of-home placement and reduce risks.
Provide intensive, community-based services to high-risk clients using a paired-dyad approach.
Maintain a small caseload and provide in-home care.
Typically work with families for 6–9 months.
Be accountable for achieving positive outcomes.