Therapist (Licensed Behavioral Health Professional)

GRO Clinical Services•Cincinnati, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Therapist provides clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and evidence-based behavioral health services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. As part of a multidisciplinary team, the Therapist works closely with Qualified Mental Health Specialists (QMHS), psychiatric providers, and other clinical staff to coordinate medically necessary, person-centered care. Services are delivered in office, school, home, and community settings, with regular travel throughout the assigned service area. The role includes completing assessments and treatment plans, providing individual, family, and group therapy, coordinating care, and maintaining accurate documentation in compliance with agency, payer, and regulatory requirements. The Therapist maintains an active caseload, participates in clinical supervision and required training, and supports quality improvement initiatives. Flexible scheduling, including some after-school and evening appointments, may be required. The position is full-time and non-exempt, with variable hours. Compensation is $65 per billable hour for completed and approved client services; potential annual earnings are stated as $70,000–$95,000, depending on billable services, client engagement, and productivity. Comprehensive benefits are available to eligible full-time employees.

Requirements

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field.
Current Ohio licensure in good standing as an LSW, LISW, LPC, LPCC, MFT, or IMFT.
Maintain supervision as required by applicable license type and scope of practice.
Ability to obtain and maintain Medicaid credentialing.
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance.
Successful completion of required background screenings.
Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
Excellent written documentation and time management skills.
Ability to build rapport with diverse client populations.
Strong collaboration and interdisciplinary communication skills.
Ability to independently manage a caseload.
Sound clinical judgment and crisis intervention skills.
Proficiency with electronic health records and Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

Experience providing community-based behavioral health services.
Experience working with children, adolescents, and families.
Experience facilitating therapeutic groups.
Knowledge of trauma-informed care and evidence-based treatment models.
Experience working with justice-involved youth or adults.
Familiarity with Ohio CANS and electronic health record systems.

Responsibilities

Complete comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and Ohio CANS/IM+CANS assessments, as applicable, and maintain required certification.
Formulate and document clinically supported diagnoses within professional scope of practice and applicable supervision requirements.
Determine and document medical necessity and recommended level of care.
Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with agency, payer, and regulatory requirements.
Develop individualized, measurable treatment plans and update them according to regulatory and clinical requirements.
Ensure interventions align with treatment goals and medical necessity; monitor progress and modify interventions as clinically indicated.
Provide individual, family, and group therapy using evidence-based interventions in office, school, home, and community settings.
Facilitate psychoeducational and therapeutic groups and support clients experiencing behavioral health, emotional, and psychosocial challenges.
Collaborate with QMHS staff on treatment implementation and client engagement.
Coordinate care with psychiatric providers, schools, probation officers, families, and community partners; participate in interdisciplinary meetings and clinical consultations.
Assist with referrals and linkage to community resources.
Maintain compliance with Medicaid, HIPAA, agency policies, and applicable state regulations, and maintain professional licensure and credentialing requirements.
Participate in individual and group clinical supervision, required trainings, staff meetings, and quality improvement initiatives; maintain continuing education requirements.
Maintain an active caseload while meeting productivity expectations and deliver high-quality, medically necessary clinical services.
Use proactive engagement, outreach, and care-coordination strategies to reduce missed appointments and interruptions in care.
Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and ethical clinical practice.