School Based Therapist (LSW or LPC): Genoa Area Local Schools

LPC / LMHCFull-Time

Listed compensation

$55k-$58k

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Job Description

  • Job Location: OH - Genoa * - Genoa, OH 43430
  • Position Type: Full Time
  • Education Level: Graduate Degree
  • Salary Range: Undisclosed
  • Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services, We are seeking a full-time Therapist to join our School-Based Therapy Team in Genoa, OH at Genoa Area Local Schools
  • Compensation: $55,000-58,000

/yr. To learn more about the program, please see the information below: nyap.org Position Summary: 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 towards living safely and successfully in the community. Working at NYAP: Generous Time Off: 22 Days of Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays and 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 organization's mission, vision, and values.

Provides appropriate individual, group, and family mental health services, case management, transportation, and other professional services, meeting or exceeding established outcomes thresholds for 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. Completes all required training in a timely manner.

Consistently achieves established productivity thresholds. Coordinate and monitor services for youth and families 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 relationships with assigned foster parents and families of origin.

Assists in the 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. Perform other duties as requested.

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. Experience with TF-CBT preferred. A valid professional license as required and acceptable by state or contract regulations.

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. Demonstrates tolerance and respect for the ideas and actions of others. 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?

We invite you to apply now! nyap.org 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.

Key Responsibilities

The therapist provides mental health services, case management, and advocacy to youth and families within the community and school setting. They are responsible for maintaining documentation, coordinating services, and participating in crisis response to ensure the safety and stability of the clients.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree in Social Work or a related Human Services field and possess a valid professional license. Two years of direct service experience with youth and families is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

CommunicationTime management

Counselor Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$57k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $61k in an average-cost state. 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) market look like in Ohio?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$55k–$58kLicensed Professional Counselor (LPC) median $58k (middle half $56k–$65k)21 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$61k in purchasing powerOhio index 92.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) listings in Ohio613 active13,485 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentloan repaymentOhio Counselor listings: 22% state a sign-on bonus (median $4k) · 17% offer loan repayment613 active listings, Nov 2026
New Mental Health Counseling listings327 in the last 30 days218 the 30 days before (+50%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Benefits & Perks

22 Days of Paid Time Off
11 Paid Holidays
Half Day Fridays during summer
Comprehensive healthcare packages
Paid Parental Leave
CEU's
ongoing training/education
student loan repayment program

Living in Genoa

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$220k≈ 4.0× annual pay
Median resident rent
$927/mo≈ 20% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
91.5
State income tax
Up to 4%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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