Mental Health Therapist, Defiance

OhioGuidestone • Defiance, OH

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

OhioGuidestone is seeking a part-time office-based Licensed Therapist for its Defiance office to support Outpatient Services. The role involves providing evidence-based therapeutic treatment for mental/behavioral health and substance abuse disorders, along with offering education, resources, and referrals. The ideal candidate is passionate about learning and serving the client demographic in the communities served. A 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 preferred, but CDCA candidates are also considered. The Therapist works under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor and is responsible for diagnostic assessments, treatment planning, therapy, counseling, and support services for a diverse caseload including adults, adolescents, and families. Services can be delivered via telehealth, outpatient offices, and/or community-based settings.

Requirements

• Licensure: Required- LSW or LPC.
• Education: Required- Bachelor's degree from an accredited program.
• 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.
• Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License with a safe driving record and valid insurance.
• Ability to take and pass a physical exam and drug screening.
• Employment is contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.
• Authorization to work legally in the United States.
• Minimum educational level is a bachelor's degree in social work with an Ohio LSW or LPC.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred- LISW or LPCC.
• Preferred- Master's degree or above from an accredited program.
• A master's degree with MFT, LISW, LPCC, IMFT is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family and group counseling and psychotherapy to assigned caseload, which may require specialty therapeutic services (e.g., SUD, Maternal Depression, etc.).
• 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 clients, family, and caregivers to provide them support as appropriate.
• Respond to mental 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

• NEW higher pay rates
• Clear career ladder for development path in various roles
• Competitive medical benefits including a low-premium monthly option for employee or employee + children!
• Free CEU trainings
• 10 paid holidays; some are exchangeable
• 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: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level