Behavioral Health Therapist - Intensive Outpatient (IOP) - Seasonal

CounselorNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Compensation

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Posted 6mo ago

Job Description

Facility: Mathile Center for Mental Health and Wellness Department: Mental Health Day Treatment Schedule: Full time Hours: 40 Job Details: The Behavioral Health Therapist (BHT) provides intensive behavioral health services including diagnostic assessments, individual, group and family-based psychotherapy, and crisis intervention as needed.

The Behavioral Health Therapist (BHT) is responsible for collaborating with patients and families in developing an individualized treatment plan that will specifically address identified areas of concern.

Responsible for assisting patients and their families in understanding ways to effectively manage symptoms and behaviors attributed to the identified behavioral health diagnosis (es).

Assists families in effectively addressing complex personal and environmental difficulties which interfere with effective social functioning. Responsible for the delivery of clinical services which are available to the patient, the patient’s family, and other persons significant to the patient.

Is able to work independently, is well organized, and identifies opportunities to work collaboratively with other units/departments within the hospital. Participates as a professional member of the interdisciplinary team and community agencies.

Provides education/ consultation to health care professionals and the community regarding the impact of psychosocial factors. The BHT demonstrates and models Dayton Children’s values through effective interaction with patients, families, and treatment team members while providing excellent care.

Department Specific Job Details: Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work or Counseling required Certifications: Only one of the mentioned certifications required LSW Ohio - Ohio Licensed Social Worker - Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage & Family Therapist Board Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFTs) - Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage & Family Therapist Board LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage & Family Therapist Board Schedule: full time, 40 hours day shift, Monday - Friday 3 (10) hour shifts 8:00 AM - 630 PM and 2 (5) hour shifts seasonal position, off during summer months, prorated pay and PTO At Dayton Children's, we believe that each moment counts with our patients, families, and with each other.

We are moving at a fast pace and are looking for the right talent for our team at Dayton Children's. We want people who embody our values and want to become a part of the Dayton Children's difference. If this is you, apply today!

Our values: We commit to safety - We ensure every action and decision prioritizes the safety of patients, families, and employees. We serve with compassion - We bring generosity, empathy, and kindness to all interactions. We own every moment - We take pride in everything we do.

We’re better together - We collaborate, communicate, and support one another to deliver optimal care. We innovate with purpose - We adapt and change to improve pediatric care, for today and tomorrow. We value and respect each person - We create an inclusive space where everyone feels welcome and respected.

Dayton Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or based on age, color, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or transgender status.

Key Responsibilities

The Behavioral Health Therapist provides intensive behavioral health services including assessments, psychotherapy, and crisis intervention, while collaborating with patients and families to develop individualized treatment plans addressing identified concerns. They are responsible for assisting patients and families in managing symptoms and behaviors, and delivering clinical services to all significant persons involved in the patient's care.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Master’s Degree in Social Work or Counseling, along with one required certification: LSW, LMFT, LPC, or Ohio Licensed Social Worker. The position is full-time, seasonal, involving 40 hours per week across a mix of 10-hour and 5-hour shifts, Monday through Friday.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Individual PsychotherapyGroup PsychotherapyTreatment PlanningSymptom ManagementBehavior ManagementClinical Services DeliveryIndependent WorkCollaborationInterdisciplinary Team Participation

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Health Therapist - Intensive Outpatient (IOP) - Seasonal at Dayton Children's Hospital a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 8,062 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 24% are remote, 16% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

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 Dayton Children's Hospital

Hospitals and Health Care
Dayton, OH
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Prorated PTO
Seasonal position (off during summer)