IHBT Therapist (LSW, LPC, MFT, IMFT); Franklin County

CounselorIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$63k

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Job Description

Job Details: Job Location: Columbus, OH 43215, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Travel Percentage: Road Warrior, Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services, We are seeking a full-time Community Based Therapist to join our IHBT Team in Franklin County Ohio.

Compensation

$63,000 + Productivity Bonus! $2500 Sign on Bonus!

Territory: Franklin County To learn more about the program, please visit: https://www.nyap.org/ohio/IHBT Under the general supervision of the Clinical Supervisor or designee, this position works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the children and families served.

This position works closely with youth, family, foster parents, and community partners, providing counseling or therapy, advocacy, and support toward the ultimate goal of living safely and successfully in the community.

Working at NYAP: Generous Time off: 22 Days of Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays, Half Day Friday’s during the summer!

Health and Wellness: Comprehensive healthcare packages for you and your family; Paid Parental leave Professional Growth: CEU’s, ongoing training/education, student loan repayment program, and supervision hours And So Much More: 401K and 401K Matching flexible hours, mileage reimbursement, phone allowance RESPONSIBILITIES Actively supports, represents, and extends the mission, vision, and values of the organization.

Provides appropriate individual, group, and family mental health services, case management, transportation, and other professional services, meeting or exceeding established outcomes thresholds on behalf of persons served.

Travels daily, to provide community based services to, and on behalf of, youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements. Completes all required documentation in a timely manner. Consistently achieves established productivity thresholds.

Participates in on-call rotation to provide crisis support and crisis intervention for IHBT families. Coordinate and monitor services for the youth and family in the community, including but not limited to, mental health medical, educational, psychological, vocational, and social services.

Regularly reviews and modifies youth based plans to assure consistent progress and success on written plan goals. Establishes and maintains strong relationship with assigned foster parents and families of origin.

Assists in family reunification and/or stabilization efforts with the youth’s primary family or other permanent living arrangement consistent with the youth’s case plan. Provides safety assessment, crisis response, and behavioral stabilization services as required to assure safety and stability for youth served.

Participates in the Continuous Quality Improvement activities on a monthly/quarterly basis. Actively participates in the weekly supervision process MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Master’s Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.

2 years of work experience working in direct service with youth and families strongly preferred. A valid advanced professional license as required and acceptable by state or contract regulations. Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, automotive insurance, and a good driving record.

A willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours in the service of foster caregivers, families of origin, and persons served. Capacity to be flexible and responsive to youth served, foster caregivers, system partners, and internal customers.

Capacity to remain objective and professional in all areas of job function. Capacity to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.

Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs. Driving and Vehicle

Requirements

Valid driver’s license Reliable personal transportation Good driving record Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability Ready to make an impact? Apply today! ww.nyap.org/employment Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.

The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans Qualifications: An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

Key Responsibilities

The therapist provides community-based mental health services, counseling, and case management to youth and families in Franklin County. They are responsible for crisis intervention, maintaining documentation, and coordinating services to ensure the safety and stability of the families served.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Social Work or a related human services field and possess a valid professional license. A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and at least 2 years of experience working with youth and families are required.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical supervisionCommunity outreachRelationship management

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates IHBT Therapist (LSW, LPC, MFT, IMFT); Franklin County at National Youth Advocate Program a 6.3 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Social Work counselor listings evaluated on our platform.

Social Work — Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) listings this role was benchmarked against, 42% are remote, 30% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$63k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $68k in an average-cost state. 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Living in Columbus

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$263k≈ 4.2× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,450/mo≈ 28% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.5
State income tax
Up to 4%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Columbus, OH metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About National Youth Advocate Program

Individual and Family Services
Columbus, Ohio
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

22 Days PTO
11 Paid Holidays
Half-Day Fridays in Summer
Health Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
CEU's
Student Loan Repayment Program
Supervision Hours