Clinical Therapist (Early Childhood), Cuyahoga County-Sign on Bonus!

OhioGuidestone•Cleveland, OH

12d

About The Position

The Clinical Therapist works in the Early Childhood program, which focuses on strengthening parent-child relationships, reducing family stress, and supporting school readiness through direct therapy and community support. The therapist provides counseling and psychotherapy to an assigned caseload, develops treatment plans, supports clients and families, coordinates community resources, and documents services in accordance with agency guidelines. The caseload may include clients with severe and persistent mental illness, substance use disorders, or needs for specialty therapeutic services. The role requires an LSW, LPC, or LMFT license and a related educational background. A bachelor's degree or higher is required. Two years of experience working with adults, youth, and families is preferred. The position may require working across offices, community settings, early learning programs, and clients’ homes in Cuyahoga County. Pay is $17.40–$34.00 per hour, depending on experience, license, knowledge, and education, with a monthly outcome-based productivity incentive available for select clinical/therapist and BHS roles.

Requirements

LSW, LPC, or LMFT license and related educational requirement.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited program or higher.
Knowledge of human behavior and performance, individual differences, learning and motivation, psychological research methods, and assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of emotional and mental dysfunctions.
Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures, and their histories and origins.
Effective interpersonal skills and ability to form relationships with diverse populations in diverse settings.
Excellent time-management skills, ability to prioritize, and comfort working in a fast-paced environment with multiple clients.
Proficiency with computers, including electronic health records, Windows applications, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to speak effectively with individuals and groups and exercise discretion and sound professional judgment.
Ability to work days, evenings, and/or weekends as desired to meet client needs.
Ability to respond to urgent referrals and mental health crises in a timely, organized, and compassionate manner.
Strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
Ability to maintain relevant and timely documentation.
Ability to access work locations, offices, community settings, early learning programs, 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.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience working with adults, youth, and families.
Knowledge of adult- and youth-based mental health principles.
An advanced degree may be required by funding sources.

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 recognizes clients’ intersecting personal and cultural identities.
Identify appropriate crisis interventions, 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 functions as needed.
Coordinate referrals and community resources, and advocate for clients as needed.
Participate in treatment conferences and meetings, and maintain frequent contact with assigned OhioGuidestone professionals and outside agency professionals.
Accurately and promptly document and maintain client and family interactions, including legal, financial, and clinical documentation, according to agency guidelines.
Attend and participate in regular supervision.
Maintain all required licenses.
Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.
Promote a positive, team-based work environment and represent the agency positively in internal and external interactions.

Benefits

Monthly outcome-based productivity bonus for select clinical/therapist and BHS roles.
Competitive medical benefits, including a low-premium medical plan option for an employee or employee and children.
Free CEU trainings.
10 paid holidays, some of which are exchangeable.
Flexible work schedules to support work/life balance.
Flexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, job roles, intern-to-hire pathways, and locations.
401(k) with employer match option.
Employment Assistance Program (EAP).
Mileage reimbursement.
Free licensure supervision.
Recognition and rewards.
UKG Wallet, allowing employees to get paid after their shift.
Sign-on bonus is referenced in the job title.