Licensed Youth & Family Therapist (IHBT)- Union County $1000 Sign on Bonus with added Retention Bonus

CounselorFull-Time

Compensation

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Posted 6mo ago

Job Description

The Therapist will be working with Youth and Family as an Intensive Home-based Clinical Therapist.

Therapist works under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor/Manager and is responsible for providing diagnostic assessments, treatment planning, therapy, counseling, and support services for a diverse caseload with children, adolescents, and families.

Services may be provided via home, telehealth, outpatient offices, and/or community-based settings. Intensive Home Based Therapist (IHBT) Union county position it offers a $1000 sign on bonus with an added 6 month and 1 year retention bonus. This position carries a smaller case load of no more than 10 clients.

Essential Functions

  • Demonstrate the values and guiding principles of OhioGuidestone every day, performing with the highest standards of excellence, integrity and ethics.
  • Provide individual, family and group counseling and psychotherapy to assigned caseload, which may include clients with severe and persistent mental illness and substance use disorders and/or may require specialty therapeutic services (e. g. IHBT, 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 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 minor case management 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 all 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 a culture of belonging.
  • Present the Agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts.

Education/Certification/Licensure

  • LSW or LCDC III, LPC, MFT license and related educational requirement:
  • Master’s Degree from relevant accredited program; or
  • Bachelor’s degree from relevant accredited program with 2 years’ experience in social work or counseling; or
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a behavioral science or nursing.

Qualifications

  • Mission driven; strong desire to make an impact
  • Effective interpersonal skills; able to speak effectively with individuals and/or groups of people
  • Ability to customarily and regularly exercise discretion and good professional judgment
  • Flexible; able to work days, evenings, and/or weekends, as desired to meet the needs of clients
  • Strong organizational skills; able to handle multiple priorities with strict attention to detail and perform work independently.
  • Ability to maintain relevant, timely documentation as required.
  • Effective computer literacy skills, including Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, and electronic health records, etc.
  • Must be able to access work locations, offices, and homes as necessary, which may include ascending/descending stairs.
  • Possess a valid Ohio Driver’s License with a safe driving record and valid insurance.
  • Successfully complete pre-employment screenings, including drug tests, background checks, and any other required assessments, such as a physical examination and TB test.

*Funding sources may require OhioGuidestone to hire an advanced degree.

Benefits Include

  • Free CEU trainings
  • Competitive medical benefits at a low monthly cost & different family plans to explore.
  • Ten paid holidays; some are exchangeable
  • Flexible work schedules to support work/life balance
  • Flexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, job roles, intern to hire, and locations
  • 401(k) with employer match option
  • Employment Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Monthly bonus program
  • Recognition and rewards

AT OHIOGUIDESTONE WE CARE ABOUT THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF OUR EMPLOYEES.

Ohioguidestone Requires Applicants to Complete a PRE-Employment Screening

PROCESS UPON RECEIPT OF AN OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT. WE REQUIRE AND COVER THE COST OF

Fingerprint Background Screening, Physical, Tuberculosis Test, and DRUG Screen

AFTER AN EMPLOYMENT OFFER IS MADE. ANY EMPLOYMENT OFFER IS CONTINGENT UPON

Receipt of All Satisfactory PRE-Employment Screenings.

We Believe That Fostering a Workforce That Reflects Diverse Backgrounds,

  • EXPERIENCES, AND PERSPECTIVES STRENGTHENS OUR ORGANIZATION. EMBRACING DIVERSITY
  • NOT ONLY PROMOTES A CULTURE OF RESPECT AND BELONGING, BUT IT ALSO ENHANCES

Creativity, Innovation, and Problem-Solving, Ultimately Contributing to Our

Collective Success.

Key Responsibilities

The therapist provides diagnostic assessments, treatment planning, and counseling services to children, adolescents, and families in various settings. They also act as a liaison to coordinate community resources and maintain accurate clinical documentation.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Individual counselingFamily counselingCrisis interventionCommunity outreachTime managementCultural responsiveness

Counselor Career Context

Ohio Guidestone ranks #20 of 23 employers hiring Counselor on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 50% are remote, 18% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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About Ohio Guidestone

Mental Health Care
Berea, Ohio
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Free CEU trainings
Competitive medical benefits
Ten paid holidays
Flexible work schedules
401(k) with employer match
Employment Assistance Program (EAP)
Mileage reimbursement
Monthly bonus program