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Ohio Guidestone
Defiance, Ohio

Mental Health Clinical Supervisor - LISW, LPCC, LICDC + Required

CounselorFull-Time

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Job Description

Your story. Our mission. A perfect match.

You have a place at OhioGuidestone, the state's leader in behavioral health!

OhioGuidestone is the state’s leader in community behavioral health care, serving around 26,000 Ohioans each year.

Your new path starts here at OhioGuidestone! As a Clinical Supervisor you will be a key to providing counseling services, as well as supervising therapists who provide services to our clients in the Four County region of Ohio (Defiance, Fulton, Henry, and Williams).

This role presents opportunities to also work with us on new program development in our youth and family space. You will be joining a dedicated team and offered great perks, such as productivity bonuses, free CEU's, a low-cost premium healthcare option and more! Independently licensed clinicians welcome to apply and we will help you get your "S"!

Essential Functions

  • Direct supervision of assigned staff across Four County region of Ohio (Defiance, Fulton, Henry, and Williams) including hiring, supervision and high emphasis on employee development, ranging from growth within current positions and expanding leadership and supervisory skills necessary to ensure agency success. Demonstrates and models positive leadership, promotes a team based work environment and presents the agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts.
  • Assures fiscal accountability of all assigned programs and services. This responsibility includes enhancement and maintenance of organizational and cross functional agency processes that impact and are impacted by assigned programming. Assists in the development of realistic budgets, assisting the Finance Department in assuring that assigned services are adequately documented and that billing requirements are met, working pro-actively to assure budget compliance, and taking immediate action to resolve fiscal problems should they occur. Exhibits and demands care and competence in managing agency resources.
  • Develops detailed project plans and Logic Models to clearly define and monitor program goals and agency strategic initiatives. Adapts programs and services to enhance this agencies ability to serve the needs of the community.
  • Ensures the integrity of internship program and service delivery, compliance and evaluation and moves to adapt programs/services as compliance standards change in an effective and efficient manner. Ensures compliance with internal standards and goals, all contract/grant specifications, as well as licensing, regulatory and accreditation standards including but not limited to ODJFS, ODE, County, Council on Accreditation, EAGLE Accreditation, NAEYC, SUTQ, State/County HMG, Medicaid, ODMH. Ensures all Local, State, Federal and GAAP laws and regulations.
  • Assumes a leadership role in the interpretation and support of agency policies (including HR, PR and Communications), implementation of industry best practice standards throughout assigned programs, aiding in the development/implementation of program outcome measures to ensure quality service implementation.
  • Develops a therapeutic relationship with each client. Provides individual, group or family therapy as needed. Available for clinical consultation and crisis intervention
  • Productivity may be assigned as team assignments fluctuate, to be established with incumbent and Director.
  • Assumes a strong advocacy role for clients and makes recommendations for clinical and support services needed upon discharge
  • Actively participates in all treatment conferences and meetings for the client
  • Provides in-service training as requested.
  • Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
  • May be involved in the planning, organization, and implementation of special events or department specific projects or seasonal program changes.
  • Exhibits positivity, flexibility and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.
  • Demonstrate positive leadership, promote an inclusive work environment and present the agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts.

Performance Requirements

  • Must be able to delegate, manage people and evaluate staff and programs
  • Must have demonstrated experience in attention to detail and confidentiality
  • Must possess strong oral, written skills and public speaking skills and the ability to conduct trainings
  • Must maintain regular and reliable attendance to the satisfaction of management
  • Must be able to operate a computer and proficient in position related technologies]
  • Must be able to verbally exchange information in a confidential manner with employees, clients, participants, and/or families in various settings
  • Must be able to work flexible hours as needed
  • Must be able to clearly and confidentially communicate with OhioGuidestone employees, clients, students, participants, and other stakeholders
  • Must adhere to all Our Promise Values and Guiding Principals

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Social Work or related training in Psychology or Counseling with an Ohio LISW, LPCC or LICDC required.
  • LISW-S or LPCC-S with 3 years post independent license experience preferred
  • Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License with a safe driving record and valid insurance
  • Ability to take and pass a physical exam, tuberculosis test, and drug screening

What We Offer

  • Stable non-profit organization with 160+ year track record!
  • Clear career ladder for development path in various roles
  • Opportunity to earn monthly $$$ bonus (select clinical/therapist and BHS roles only)
  • Competitive medical benefits including a low-premium medical plan option for employee or employee + children!
  • Free CEU trainings
  • 10 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
  • Free licensure supervision
  • Recognition and rewards

At Ohioguidestone, We Demonstrate Positive Leadership, Promote a Team-Based Work

Environment and a Culture of Belonging.

WE ALSO 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.

Key Responsibilities

The Clinical Supervisor will provide direct supervision to staff, manage program budgets, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Additionally, the role involves providing direct therapeutic services to clients and participating in program development initiatives.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Clinical supervisionBudget managementStaff developmentProject planningRegulatory complianceDocumentationTeam managementCommunication

Counselor Career Context

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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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks12 jobs · 10 employers

401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
67%
Loan repayment
33%
CME allowance
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PSLF eligible
17%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.7this job 4.8
Better work-life than 20% of Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) listings

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Living in Defiance

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$202k
Median resident rent
$853/mo
Residents’ average commute
18 min
State income tax
Up to 4%
Sources & methodology

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

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Ohio Guidestone

Non-profit Organizations
Berea, Ohio
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Productivity bonuses
Free CEUs
Low-cost premium healthcare option
10 paid holidays
Flexible work schedules
401(k) with employer match
Employment Assistance Program (EAP)
Mileage reimbursement