Contract Clinical Therapist - Outpatient

The Village Network•Mount Vernon, OH

About The Position

The Village Network is seeking a contract Clinical Therapist to provide outpatient behavioral health services to youth and families. The therapist assesses clients’ therapeutic needs and strengths, builds therapeutic relationships, and uses interventions to support improved functioning. The role includes serving as clinical lead for assigned cases and designing, coordinating, monitoring, and revising individual treatment plans. The therapist communicates with families, agencies, and courts in accordance with confidentiality policies, collaborates with staff and treatment teams, and completes required clinical documentation. The position implements the organization’s clinical models and works to maintain safe, supportive treatment environments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work, counseling, or a related field.
LSW or LPC required.
Ability to use a computer, with proficiency in Microsoft Word and an electronic health record (EHR).
Valid Ohio Driver’s License and a driving record that allows the employee to be insurable under the organization’s vehicle insurance.
Willingness to travel, mainly during the day and occasionally overnight, and to visit clients’ homes, which may not be handicapped accessible.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong teamwork and organization/time-management skills.
Ability to meet The Village Network’s requirements for using restraints, including sufficient strength and completion of extensive training.
Ability to bend, stoop, lift, push, reach, and walk for periods of time, and to lift 20 pounds independently.
Ability to remain alert to problems, needs, or emergencies on any shift and maintain a safe environment for clients.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with personnel at all levels, both internal and external to the company.

Nice To Haves

Independent licensure and two years of previous experience are desired.

Responsibilities

Provide behavioral health services, including assessing clients’ therapeutic needs and strengths, establishing therapeutic relationships, and using interventions to enhance functioning.
Complete required documentation and paperwork, including assessments, progress notes, reports, and Individual Service Plans, while meeting agency standards and productivity expectations.
Serve as a contact point for families, agencies, and courts, communicating information in accordance with confidentiality policies and procedures.
Attend staff meetings, court hearings, and other meetings as needed based on client needs.
Lead assigned cases by designing, writing, and coordinating individual treatment plans; review outside materials and reports, discuss client progress with staff, revise plans, monitor compliance, and participate in team and group meetings.
Work toward the goals and objectives of The Village Network’s Strategic Plan.
Implement the organization’s clinical models, including TIC, NMT, and CPS, with fidelity.
Help minimize the use of high-risk interventions such as restraints through implementation of the Six Core Strategies to Creating Violence Free and Coercion Free Treatment Environments.
Work with culturally diverse populations and families.
Perform other duties as required.