Child Mental Health Therapist- Residential Services- PRN

The Centers•Cleveland, OH

91d•$24 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

The Child Mental Health Therapist provides diagnostic assessment, individual, family, and group counseling, and treatment to youth in a 24/7 trauma-informed residential treatment facility. The role addresses residents’ mental and behavioral health needs and collaborates with residents, guardians, families, and the H.O.P.E. Campus multidisciplinary team. The stated weekday schedule is 11 AM to 7 PM, with holiday and Saturday availability required. The position also participates in emergency on-call services, including in-person coverage as needed. The Centers describes its residential facilities as providing a safe and supportive environment for children, youth, and families facing mental illness, abuse, and neglect. Its H.O.P.E. Campus aims to provide a haven of hope and healing. The organization states that it strives to be an equitable, anti-racist, and service-oriented workplace that fosters an inclusive community. The hourly salary range is $25.90–$38.60, depending on licensure and years of experience. An additional $2.50 per hour on-call premium is offered. The Centers offers medical, dental, and vision plan choices, a 401(k) with company contribution, mental health support, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Requirements

Valid Ohio clinical license in social work (LSW or LISW) or counseling (LPC or LPCC).
A Master of Social Work or counseling degree is preferred; applicants with a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Social Work may be considered if they have at least two years of diagnostic and counseling experience working with children and adolescents.
Ability to communicate logically, concisely, and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Working knowledge of community resources related to residential clients.
Ability to process detailed information consistently and apply principles, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies appropriately.
Effective time management and ability to prioritize work.
Ability to perform and make sound decisions under pressure and adversity.
Developing knowledge of mental illness, substance use disorders, therapeutic modalities, and related community resources; strong intervention skills and accurate documentation practices.
Ability to work collaboratively with a variety of disciplines and staff levels.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience providing psychiatric diagnostic assessments and individual child and adolescent, family, and group psychotherapy in a residential or community setting.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical behavioral health services to residents and their identified families.
Conduct diagnostic assessments using diagnostic screeners to assess functioning, strengths, behavioral health, psychosocial history, growth areas, and needs.
Co-create and implement care plans with residents and guardians, and evaluate their effectiveness and outcomes.
Provide best-practice clinical interventions through individual, family, and group psychotherapy and Day Treatment.
Design and facilitate goal-directed groups covering topics such as practical living skills, social skills, problem-solving, anger management, conflict resolution, and self-esteem.
Assist with crisis intervention and problem resolution.
Link or coordinate community support service referrals and resources for youth and families to support successful transitions back to the community.
Participate in weekly clinical supervision to discuss treatment progress, intervention outcomes, and administrative needs.
Complete clinical documentation, progress notes, and corresponding billing sheets within established timeframes and applicable licensing and accreditation requirements.
Meet the agency’s productivity guidelines.
Serve as a community resource for schools, local agencies, and others interested in the program.
Coordinate family and other visits.
Collaborate with the H.O.P.E. Campus multidisciplinary team to coordinate resident care and address clinical needs.
Participate in agency and client-related meetings and committees as necessary.
Provide emergency on-call services, including in-person coverage as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.