Therapist, Foster Care

OhioGuidestone • Berea, OH

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

OhioGuidestone’s Therapist provides diagnostic assessments, treatment planning, therapy, counseling, and support services for children and families involved in foster care. The position works under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor and may serve clients with severe and persistent mental illness, substance use disorders, or needs for specialty therapeutic services. Services may be delivered via telehealth, in an outpatient office, and/or in community-based settings. The role offers a flexible schedule to accommodate clients and support work/life balance.

The Therapist builds therapeutic relationships with clients, families, and caregivers; responds to mental health emergencies in a culturally responsive manner; and helps clients in crisis access appropriate interventions and community resources. The role also coordinates with OhioGuidestone professionals and outside agencies, participates in treatment conferences and supervision, and maintains timely and accurate clinical, legal, and financial documentation.

Candidates must meet the stated education and licensure requirements, maintain required licenses, hold a valid Ohio driver’s license with a safe driving record and valid insurance, and complete required pre-employment screenings. Funding sources may require OhioGuidestone to hire an advanced-degree candidate.

Requirements

• LSW or LCDC III, LPC, or MFT license and related educational requirement.
• One of the listed education pathways: a master’s degree from a relevant accredited program; a bachelor’s degree from a relevant accredited program plus two years of social work or counseling experience; or a bachelor’s degree in behavioral science or nursing.
• Mission driven, with a strong desire to make an impact.
• Effective interpersonal and verbal communication skills, including the ability to speak effectively with individuals and groups.
• Ability to exercise discretion and sound professional judgment.
• Flexibility to work days, evenings, and/or weekends as desired to meet client needs.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
• Ability to maintain relevant, timely documentation.
• Computer literacy, including Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, and electronic health records.
• Ability to access work locations, offices, and homes as necessary, potentially including ascending and descending stairs.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license, safe driving record, and valid insurance.
• Successful completion of required pre-employment screenings, including drug testing, background checks, and any other required assessments such as a physical examination and TB test.
• Maintain all required licenses.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate OhioGuidestone’s values and guiding principles, and perform with excellence, integrity, and ethics.
• Provide individual, family, and group counseling and psychotherapy to an assigned caseload, including clients with severe and persistent mental illness, substance use disorders, and/or specialty therapeutic needs.
• Complete an evidence-based treatment plan after the client’s first encounter and document review of the plan and progress toward goals and objectives in subsequent progress notes.
• Develop and maintain therapeutic relationships with clients, families, and caregivers, providing support as appropriate.
• Respond to mental health emergencies in a culturally responsive manner that acknowledges clients’ personal and cultural identities.
• Identify interventions for clients in crisis, access appropriate resources, and engage community partners to develop effective support plans.
• Provide Community Psychiatric Supports and Treatment (CPST), SUD Targeted Case Management, Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS), and/or minor case management functions as needed.
• Coordinate with community resources, make referrals, arrange services, and advocate for clients as needed.
• Participate in client treatment conferences and meetings, and maintain frequent contact with assigned OhioGuidestone and outside-agency professionals.
• 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.
• Demonstrate positivity, flexibility, and willingness to 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 internal and external interactions.

Benefits

• Opportunity to earn a monthly bonus for select clinical/therapist and BHS roles.
• Competitive medical benefits, including a low-premium medical plan option for an employee or employee plus children.
• Free CEU trainings.
• 10 paid holidays, some exchangeable.
• Flexible work schedules to support work/life balance.
• Flexible work opportunities supporting varying career paths, roles, intern-to-hire opportunities, 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