Licensed Mental Health Therapist - Findlay, OH

OhioGuidestone • Findlay, OH

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About The Position

Your story. Our mission. A perfect match. Your story. Our mission. A perfect match. You have a place at OhioGuidestone, the state's leader in behavioral health! OhioGuidestone is the state’s leader in community behavioral health care, serving around 26,000 Ohioans each year. We focus on the needs of the whole person by providing telehealth and in-person prevention services, as well as mental health and substance use treatment. As we help people navigate the most difficult times in their lives—with compassion and respect—we ultimately empower them to take steps towards a healthier future. OhioGuidestone is currently seeking a fulltime Therapist for our Findlay, OH location! The Therapist will support our outpatient services by providing evidenced-based therapeutic treatment of mental/behavioral health and/or substance use disorders as well as providing education, resources, and referrals as needed. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong passion for developing therapeutic relationships with the diverse populations within the communities we serve. LSW or LPC or higher is required. Bachelor's Degree in Social Work with an LSW or a Master's Degree in Social Work or Clinical Counseling with LSW/LPC or higher is required.

Requirements

• Mental Health License required: LSW, LPC or higher
• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or Master's in Social Work or Professional Counseling
• Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the 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, and cultures and their history and origins.
• Effective interpersonal skills; ability to form relationships with diverse populations within diverse settings.
• Excellent time management skills; able to prioritize, comfortable in fast-paced environment with multiple clients.
• Proficient computer skills, including Electronic Health Records, Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, etc.
• Able to provide services in an office, the community and/or client homes, which may include facilities with multiple levels
• Work flexible hours, which can include days, evenings, and weekends, as desired to meet the needs of clients and the OhioGuidestone and is available for crisis management by phone as needed.
• Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License with a safe driving record and valid insurance.
• Ability to take and pass drug screening.
• Employment is contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.
• Authorization to work legally in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in mental health counseling

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family and group counseling and psychotherapy to assigned caseload.
• Complete documented evidence-based Treatment Plan after the first encounter with client and documented review of Plan and progress toward therapy goal(s)/objective(s) in each progress note thereafter
• Develop and maintain a therapeutic relationship with client, family, and caregivers to provide them support as appropriate.
• Respond to behavioral health emergencies in a culturally responsive manner to support clients in a framework and manner that acknowledges their unique and intersecting personal and cultural identities.
• Identify appropriate interventions for clients in crisis, working effectively with the staff to access appropriate resources, and engaging community partners to develop an effective plan for supporting clients.
• Provide Community Psychiatric Supports and Treatment (CPST), SUD Targeted Case Management and Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS), and/or care coordination functions if needed.
• Serve as a liaison to coordinate, makes referrals, or arrange for appropriate community resources when needed, acts as an advocate for the client as needed.
• Actively participate in treatment conferences and meetings for the clients; maintain ongoing frequent contact with other assigned OhioGuidestone professionals or outside agency professionals assigned to case.
• Accurately and promptly, document and maintain client and family interactions including, legal, financial, and clinical documentation within agency guidelines.
• Attend and participate in regular supervision.
• Maintain all required licenses.
• Exhibit positivity, flexibility, and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.
• Demonstrate positive leadership, promote a team-based work environment and present the agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts.

Benefits

• Free CEU trainings
• Competitive medical benefits including a low-premium monthly option for employee or employee + children!
• 10 paid holidays; some are floating holidays
• Flexible work schedules to support work/life balance
• Flexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, job roles, intern to hire, and locations
• 401(k) with employer match option
• Employment Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mileage reimbursement
• Free licensure supervision
• Recognition and rewards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees