Therapist, MRSS- Tusc County

OhioGuidestone•New Philadelphia, OH

About The Position

OhioGuidestone is hiring a Therapist for its Mobile Response and Stabilization Services (MRSS) in Tuscarawas County. The role responds to behavioral health emergencies and provides culturally responsive crisis support to children, youth, and families. The therapist assesses needs, helps stabilize immediate crises, provides short-term treatment and service coordination, and connects clients with ongoing care and community resources. The position also involves consultation with providers, follow-up in accordance with MRSS guidelines, and compliance with service workflows and data collection requirements. The therapist is expected to uphold OhioGuidestone’s values and professional standards, contribute to a positive and inclusive team culture, participate in supervision, regional meetings, and training, and represent the agency positively. The role requires travel to work locations, offices, and homes as necessary, as well as the ability to remain composed and professional in crisis environments. OhioGuidestone is a nonprofit organization that provides prevention services, mental health and substance use treatment, and wrap-around supports through telehealth and locations across Ohio. Applicants who receive an offer must complete pre-employment screening, including fingerprint background screening, a physical examination, a tuberculosis test, and a drug screen; the organization covers the cost of these screenings. Offers are contingent on satisfactory results.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling.
LSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent credential.
Strong clinical assessment and crisis intervention skills.
Knowledge of trauma-informed care, child development, and family systems.
Effective interpersonal skills and ability to speak effectively with individuals or groups.
Ability to exercise discretion and sound professional judgment.
Computer literacy, including Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, and electronic health records.
Ability to access work locations, offices, and homes as necessary, which may include ascending or descending stairs.
Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in crisis environments.
Valid Ohio driver’s license, safe driving record, and valid insurance.
Successful completion of required pre-employment screenings and assessments, which may include drug testing, background checks, a physical examination, and a TB test.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of experience working with youth and families in a behavioral health or crisis setting.
Specific experience diagnosing psychopathology, treating severe behavior disorders, treating abuse- and neglect-related disorders, or treating children at risk for hospitalization or out-of-home placement.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate OhioGuidestone’s values and guiding principles, maintaining high standards of excellence, integrity, and ethics.
Respond to behavioral health emergencies in a culturally responsive manner that recognizes clients’ personal and cultural identities.
Consult with internal and external providers about access to mobile response services, risk mitigation, care triage, and clinical or operational topics.
Assist with crisis de-escalation, behavioral health assessment, and decisions about appropriate levels of care.
Identify interventions for clients in crisis, access appropriate resources, and engage community partners in developing support plans.
Stabilize immediate crises and provide short-term treatment, including crisis intervention, individual and family therapy, service coordination, and referrals to ongoing services.
Coordinate referrals to community resources and act as a client advocate when needed.
Conduct regular follow-up and stabilization support in compliance with MRSS guidelines.
Comply with workflows and data collection requirements for MRSS and crisis services.
Participate in regular supervision, regional team meetings, and training sessions.
Adhere to relevant ethical, legal, and professional standards.
Demonstrate positivity and flexibility, and take on new responsibilities as requested or required.
Promote positive leadership, a team-based work environment, and a culture of belonging.
Represent the agency positively in contacts with internal and external stakeholders.

Benefits

Competitive medical benefits, including a low-premium medical plan option for an employee or employee plus children.
Free CEU trainings.
10 paid holidays, some of which are exchangeable.
Flexible work schedules to support work/life balance.
Flexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, job roles, intern-to-hire opportunities, and locations.
401(k) with employer match option.
Mileage reimbursement.
Free licensure supervision.
Recognition and rewards.
Opportunity to earn a monthly bonus for select clinical, therapist, and BHS roles.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).