Therapist - ACT Program

OhioGuidestone•Cleveland, OH

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

OhioGuidestone is seeking a passionate and empathic therapist to provide Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) to clients with diverse mental health diagnoses. This role is part of the Community Counseling department and offers flexible schedules. The Therapist works under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor and is responsible for providing diagnostic assessments, treatment planning, therapy, counseling, and support services for a diverse caseload including adults, adolescents, and families. Services may be provided via telehealth, outpatient offices, and/or community-based settings.

Requirements

LSW or LCDC II license and related educational requirement: Bachelor’s degree from accredited program; or Associate’s Degree in a behavioral science or nursing.
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.

Nice To Haves

Funding sources may require OhioGuidestone to hire an advanced degree.

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.