School Based Therapist -Stepstone Academy

OhioGuidestone • Cleveland, OH

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Stepstone Academy is a K-8th Grade campus in the Cleveland Central Neighborhood that emphasizes academic expectations promoting a sense of worth, personal responsibility, civic engagement, and a “no excuse - every child can succeed” attitude. The school has a “whole child” “whole family” “whole community” mindset. OhioGuidestone is looking for an experienced therapist for Stepstone Academy who is familiar with urban education and the challenges that accompany disadvantaged populations in the academic setting. The therapist will partner with school leadership and educators to support students with behavioral interventions and address acute concerns of emotional and academic distress in the school environment. Stepstone Academy respects and values the racial, cultural, and economic diversity of its students and their families, and has a strong commitment to the community. The school is 100% tuition-free and located in the heart of the Cleveland Central Neighborhood.

Requirements

• 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.
• Authorization to work legally in the United States.
• LSW, LPC, MFT license and related educational requirement
• Bachelor’s degree from accredited program required

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred
• Familiar with urban education and the challenges that accompany disadvantaged populations in the academic setting.

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 client, 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

• Free CEU trainings
• Competitive medical benefits including a low cost monthly premium option for employee or employee + children!
• Potential MONTHLY bonuses for exceeding productivity targets!
• 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: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees