Clinical Therapist (Juvenile Justice), Cuyahoga County

OhioGuidestone • Cleveland, OH

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

OhioGuidestone is hiring a Clinical Therapist for its juvenile justice program in Cuyahoga County. The program provides community-based behavioral health, counseling, and diversion services to help at-risk youth reduce justice system involvement. The therapist serves children and adolescents involved in the juvenile justice system, providing therapeutic intervention, assessment, and ongoing support. The broader caseload may include adults, adolescents, and families, including clients with severe and persistent mental illness or substance use disorders.

Working under the supervision of a Clinical Supervisor or Manager, the therapist provides diagnostic assessments, treatment planning, therapy, counseling, and support services. Services may be delivered through telehealth, outpatient offices, and community-based settings. This role works in the community on a hybrid basis and requires flexibility to meet clients’ needs.

The position requires an LSW, LPC, MFT license or higher and an applicable educational qualification. OhioGuidestone offers an hourly pay range of $19.75–$28.00, depending on experience, license, knowledge, and education, plus a monthly productivity-based outcome bonus.

Requirements

• An LSW, LPC, MFT license or higher.
• A master’s degree from a relevant accredited program; or a bachelor’s degree from a relevant accredited program plus two years of social work or counseling experience; or a similar degree.
• Ability to work with youth and adolescents with problematic behaviors.
• Ability to work in the community.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to speak effectively with individuals and groups.
• Ability to exercise discretion and sound professional judgment.
• Flexibility to work days, evenings, and/or weekends as needed to meet client needs.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
• Ability to maintain relevant and timely documentation.
• Computer literacy, including Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, and electronic health records.
• Ability to access work locations, offices, and homes as necessary, including ascending and descending stairs.
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License, safe driving record, and valid insurance.
• Successful completion of required pre-employment screenings, including drug testing, background checks, and any other required assessments, such as a physical examination and TB test.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group counseling and psychotherapy to an assigned caseload.
• Complete an evidence-based treatment plan after the first client encounter and document plan reviews and progress toward goals and objectives in subsequent progress notes.
• Develop and maintain therapeutic relationships with clients, families, and caregivers, providing support as appropriate.
• Respond to mental health emergencies in a culturally responsive manner that acknowledges clients’ personal and cultural identities.
• Identify appropriate interventions for clients in crisis, access resources, and work with community partners to develop effective support plans.
• Provide Community Psychiatric Supports and Treatment (CPST), SUD Targeted Case Management, Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS), and/or minor case management as needed.
• Coordinate with community resources, make referrals, arrange services, and advocate for clients as needed.
• Participate in client treatment conferences and meetings and maintain frequent contact with assigned OhioGuidestone and outside-agency professionals.
• Accurately and promptly document client and family interactions, including legal, financial, and clinical documentation, in accordance with agency guidelines.
• Attend and participate in regular supervision and maintain all required licenses.
• Demonstrate OhioGuidestone’s values and guiding principles, professional ethics, flexibility, positive leadership, and support for a team-based workplace and culture of belonging.
• Represent the agency positively in internal and external interactions.

Benefits

• Monthly productivity-based outcome bonus for select clinical, therapist, and BHS roles.
• Competitive medical benefits, including a low-premium medical plan option for the employee or employee plus children.
• Free continuing education unit (CEU) training.
• 10 paid holidays, some of which are exchangeable.
• Flexible work schedules to support work-life balance.
• Flexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, roles, and locations.
• 401(k) with an employer match option.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Free licensure supervision.
• Recognition and rewards.
• UKG Wallet access to get paid after a shift.
• Employment Assistance Program (EAP).
• Career development ladder.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time