Early Childhood Community-Based Therapist - PART TIME
About The Position
Child Guidance & Family Solutions (CGFS) is seeking a compassionate Therapist to provide mental and behavioral health counseling and prevention services to children ages 3–8 and their families in Summit Counties. The therapist works primarily in clients’ homes, schools, and the community. This part-time position is 24 hours per week and includes mental health assessments, individual, family, and group counseling, CPST, TBS, and crisis intervention. CGFS is a behavioral health agency serving children, teens, adults, and families with mental health concerns in Northeast Ohio. The agency describes more than 80 years of providing mental health services and integrated care through partnerships and sustainable community programs.
Requirements
- LPC, LISW, LPCC, IMFT, or LSW licensure and a master’s degree.
- At least 6 months of counseling experience providing therapy through an internship or other field experience.
- Strong ethical decision-making skills and the ability to think critically and use problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Valid Ohio driver’s license and insurability under agency policy.
- Ability to work flexible hours to meet client needs, including early evenings several nights per week.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual and family counseling in clients’ homes and in the community.
- Conduct mental health assessments and evaluations to establish appropriate treatment goals and objectives.
- Provide early childhood prevention and treatment services in childcare centers, schools, and offices.
- Plan, implement, and regularly modify treatment plans to ensure clients are meeting individualized goals.
- Use symptom screeners and functional outcomes to determine ongoing medical necessity.
- Maintain regular contact with parents and guardians, and collaborate with client collaterals such as teachers, probation officers, and protective services when necessary.
- Identify client needs and make referrals to internal and external resources.
Benefits
- 401(k) with employer match
- Short-term disability
- Life insurance
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick, and personal days
- Paid holidays
- Clinical supervision
- AI technology for clinical documentation
- Employee assistance program
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
