Licensed Mental Health Therapist

Goodwill Industries of Gr. Cleveland & East Central Ohio•Canton, OH

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About The Position

Now more than ever, mental and behavioral health care for kids is needed in our community. Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health is looking to meet the growing demands by hiring a full-time or part-time Clinical Therapist. As a member of our team, you will help children, youth and families successfully meet life's challenges by offering the support they need. We are a collaborative network of child therapists, psychiatrists, PMHNPs, case managers, school staff, community partners and other mental health professionals working toward a common goal. Together, we provide a positive environment for kids and their families to find health, hope and happiness. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join one of the most innovative therapeutic mental health programs in Stark County. C&A is recognized by Zippia and The Cleveland Plain Dealer/cleveland.com as a Top Workplace in Stark County. We offer a compassionate, supportive, accountable work environment to help you grow your career, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous and affordable medical, dental, life insurance, retirement, and paid time off. In addition to conducting Individual and Family Therapy, duties and opportunities may include conducting Diagnostic/Comprehensive Assessments and Mental Health Consultation & Prevention. Positions may be school-based, office-based and/or community-based, but likely to include services in each of these settings, including client homes. Populations served may range from early childhood to transition-aged adolescents and young adults with a wide range of diagnoses and presenting problems. Flexibility to work after school and in the evenings (some evenings are required to accommodate family schedules and ensure family involvement in services), and possibly Saturdays.

Requirements

Licensed in the state of Ohio to provide assessment and therapy via the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board, or the Ohio Board of Psychology. (LSW, LISW, LPC, LPCC, MFT, IMFT, Licensed Psychologist)
Must possess at least a bachelor's degree(s) in Social Work or a master's degree in Counseling, Social Work or equivalent.
Experience/skill or willingness to obtain skills in working with a variety of special populations including early childhood, traumatized and victimized children & youth, transition-aged adolescents, youth with sexual behavior problems, chronic & severely emotionally/behaviorally impaired youth.
Ability to engage a wide range of clients and parents, including those from diverse populations, and those uncertain about the value and/or necessity of MH services.
Ability to work effectively with other professionals both within and outside the mental health profession.
Experience/skill or willingness to obtain skills in applicable modalities and interventions, including, but not limited to, evidence-based/evidence-informed practices as required.
Must be culturally competent and willing to work with clients and families within various and diverse populations.

Nice To Haves

Training and practice experience that is "trauma-informed" as well as experience with modalities such as Trauma-focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, DBT, DINA and Incredible Years (for early childhood populations), and others matched to our population are valuable.