Licensed Social Worker

As a clinician, you will provide compassionate, family-centered behavioral health services to children, adolescents, adults, and families in community and office-based settings.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral health treatment and support to individuals and families in their homes and/or at agency offices.
• Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and document findings in accordance with Ohio Department of Mental Health (ODMH) standards and agency policies.
• Develop and implement individualized, goal-oriented treatment plans utilizing evidence-based interventions.
• Provide individual, family, and group therapy focused on improving emotional well-being, developing coping skills, and achieving treatment goals.
• Utilize active listening, therapeutic communication, and solution-focused interventions to assist clients in identifying priorities and achieving positive outcomes.
• Educate clients and families on mental health conditions, coping strategies, communication skills, and available community resources.
• Advocate for clients by collaborating with schools, courts, healthcare providers, and community agencies.
• Coordinate referrals and facilitate smooth transitions to ongoing treatment and supportive services when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete clinical documentation in accordance with agency, Medicaid, and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate with insurance providers and funding agencies regarding treatment authorization and related documentation as needed.
• Participate in weekly clinical supervision, case consultations, staff meetings, and required agency trainings.
• Collaborate effectively with fellow clinicians by providing consultation, support, and coverage when needed.
• Carry an agency-issued or approved cell phone during working hours to maintain accessibility.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and provide after-hours support as assigned.
• Maintain a flexible 40-hour work schedule that may include evenings, weekends, and community-based appointments.
• Maintain a professional appearance and adhere to agency dress code standards.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Clinical Director.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is compassionate, adaptable, and committed to providing high-quality behavioral health services. Successful clinicians are skilled in clinical assessment, treatment planning, therapeutic intervention, family engagement, collaboration with community partners, and maintaining high-quality clinical documentation while working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
• Current Ohio license as one of the following:
  • LSW (Licensed Social Worker) or
  • LISW (Licensed Independent Social Worker), depending on position requirements.
• Valid Ohio driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to successfully complete criminal background and other required pre-employment screenings.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within the required timeframe).
• Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in community mental health, behavioral health, or integrated healthcare.
• Experience providing individual, family, and group counseling.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and evidence-based practices.
• Experience with case management, treatment planning, and care coordination.
• Familiarity with Medicaid, managed care organizations, and community resources.
• Experience serving children, adolescents, adults, or families in outpatient, school-based, or community settings.