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Youngstown, Ohio

Master's Level Licensed Social Worker LSW/LCSW

Social WorkerFull-Time

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Job Title: Licensed Master Social Worker (LSW / LCSW) – Mental Health Therapist (Children & Adults)

  • Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
  • Location: Youngstown, OH (80 E Midlothian Ave)
  • Organization: NVBH (Northeast Valley Behavioral Health)

Position Summary

We are seeking a Master’s Level Licensed Social Worker (LSW or LCSW) to provide compassionate, high-quality mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults in an outpatient setting. This is a clinical therapy position focused on assessment, individual/family counseling, group facilitation, and care coordination.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive bio-psycho-social assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
  • Provide individual, family, and group counseling services.
  • Facilitate therapeutic groups for children, adolescents, and adults.
  • Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in the electronic health record.
  • Collaborate effectively with families, schools, courts, and other professionals.
  • Participate in clinical supervision, team meetings, and ongoing professional development.
  • Provide crisis intervention and risk assessments as needed.
  • Link clients to community resources and support systems.
  • Uphold professional ethics and standards of practice.

Requirements

Education: Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program.

Licensure: Active LSW or LCSW in the State of Ohio (required). LISW strongly preferred.

Experience

  • Minimum 2 years of relevant clinical experience in mental health, counseling, or social work.
  • Strong clinical documentation skills and familiarity with electronic health records.
  • Knowledge of community resources in the Mahoning Valley.
  • Ability to pass background check and drug screen.
  • First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working with children/adolescents and adults.
  • Training in evidence-based practices (CBT, trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, etc.).
  • Experience in criminal justice, school-based, or integrated behavioral health settings.
  • Bilingual skills are a plus.

What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly rate with potential for growth.
  • Supportive team environment with clinical supervision.
  • Opportunities for continuing education.
  • Meaningful work making a difference in the Youngstown community.

How to Apply

  • Please send your resume, cover letter, and copy of current Ohio license to: hr@nvbhoh.com
  • Applications accepted until filled.

NVBH is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Individual CounselingRisk Assessment

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Master's Level Licensed Social Worker LSW/LCSW at WLW a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) — ranked against 2,010 active Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) listings on WeekdayDoc.

Social Worker 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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Benefits & Perks12 jobs · 6 employers

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CME allowance
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 7.2
Better work-life than 80% of Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,010 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Youngstown

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$81k
Typical market rent
$1,059/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
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.

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

Benefits & Perks

Clinical supervision
Continuing education opportunities