School-Based and Outpatient Counselor

Appleseed Community Mental Health Center Inc•Loudonville, OH

5d•$50,000 - $73,000•Onsite

About The Position

Appleseed Community Mental Health Center, Inc. is seeking a licensed counselor or social worker to join its children’s clinical team. This full-time, year-round role serves students in Loudonville and provides outpatient counseling at Appleseed’s Ashland office. During the school year, the counselor divides the week between school-based and outpatient counseling. During the summer, the role provides outpatient counseling full-time in Ashland. The position offers variety in the workweek, including school-based individual and group counseling, classroom lessons, small groups, and one-on-one outpatient work. The counselor builds relationships with students, families, and educators and works alongside Appleseed’s children’s clinical team. Team consultation, continuing education, and professional development support clinical growth. Compensation depends on license level, education, and experience: $50,000–$68,000 annually for a dependent license and $56,000–$73,000 annually for an independent license. Applicants must have an active Ohio LSW, LISW, LPC, or LPCC license and a bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field. A master’s degree is preferred.

Requirements

Active Ohio LSW, LISW, LPC, or LPCC license.
Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field.
Experience working with school-aged children and adolescents in an educational or behavioral health setting.
Strong communication and documentation skills.
Ability to collaborate with families, educators, and clinical providers.
Valid Ohio driver’s license, clean driving record, and personal auto liability insurance.
Maintain current CPR, First Aid, and crisis de-escalation training.
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds and operate standard office equipment.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Familiarity with special education processes, IEPs, and 504 plans.

Responsibilities

Provide individual and group counseling to students in Loudonville and outpatient counseling at Appleseed’s Ashland office.
Conduct screenings and biopsychosocial assessments, develop treatment plans with clients and families, and monitor progress toward goals.
Work with teachers, administrators, and caregivers to address issues affecting student attendance, behavior, or academic progress.
Provide targeted support for students with an Individualized Education Program (IEP), 504 plan, or behavior intervention plan.
Lead classroom lessons and small groups to help students manage emotions, build relationships, and practice problem-solving skills.
Respond to school-based mental health crises and work with students, families, and school staff on safety planning.
Coordinate referrals with community providers.
Maintain timely and accurate documentation in Appleseed’s electronic health record.
Attend occasional evening school events or family meetings.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
Paid time off of 32 or more days annually, including at least two weeks of vacation, six self-care days, eight sick days, and eight paid holidays.
Employee Assistance Program and wellness app.
Continuing education and professional development funds.
In-house pharmacy access.
Mileage reimbursement.
Pet insurance.
Annual performance-based pay increases.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)-eligible employer.