SUD Clinical Therapist - CDCA+ Required
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Job Description
OhioGuidestone provides a complete continuum of responsive person-centered prevention services, mental health and substance use treatment, and wrap-around supports, serving the needs of over 50,000 people each year through telehealth and locations across Ohio.
At OhioGuidestone, we believe a workforce comprised of employees from diverse backgrounds and communities and a culture of belonging makes us a better organization. Together, we continue to build a workplace that encourages, supports, and celebrates the varied voices of our employees.
OhioGuidestone is currently seeking a Licensed Therapist for our 4 County offices (primarily Bryan and Napoleon).
The Therapist will support our Outpatient Services by providing evidence-based therapeutic treatment of mental/behavioral health and/or substance abuse disorders well as providing education, resources and referrals as needed.
The ideal candidate will be passionate about learning and providing services to our client demographic in the communities we serve. Bachelor's Degree in Social Work with an LSW or a Master's Degree in Social Work or Clinical Counseling with LSW/LPC or higher is preferred but very open to CDCAs as well! We are open to fulltime and part-time candidates! Make a difference in your community!
Job Summary
The Therapist works under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor and is responsible for providing diagnostic assessments, treatment planning, therapy, counseling, and support services for a diverse caseload including adults, adolescents, and families. Services may be provided via telehealth, outpatient offices, and/or community-based settings.
Essential Functions
- Provide individual, family and group counseling and psychotherapy to assigned caseload, which may require specialty therapeutic services (e. g., SUD, Maternal Depression, etc.).
- Complete documented evidence-based Treatment Plan after the first encounter with client and documented review of Plan and progress toward therapy goal(s)/objective(s) in each progress note thereafter
- Develop and maintain a therapeutic relationship with clients, family, and caregivers to provide them support as appropriate.
- Respond to mental health emergencies in a culturally responsive manner to support clients in a framework and manner that acknowledges their unique and intersecting personal and cultural identities.
- Identify appropriate interventions for clients in crisis, working effectively with the staff to access appropriate resources, and engaging community partners to develop an effective plan for supporting clients.
- Provide Community Psychiatric Supports and Treatment (CPST), SUD Targeted Case Management and Therapeutic Behavioral Services (TBS), and/or care coordination functions if needed.
- Serve as a liaison to coordinate, makes referrals, or arrange for appropriate community resources when needed, acts as an advocate for the client as needed.
- Actively participate in treatment conferences and meetings for the clients; maintain ongoing frequent contact with other assigned OhioGuidestone professionals or outside agency professionals assigned to case.
- Accurately and promptly, document and maintain client and family interactions including legal, financial, and clinical documentation within agency guidelines.
- Attend and participate in regular supervision.
- Maintain all required licenses.
- Exhibit positivity, flexibility, and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.
- Demonstrate positive leadership, promote a team-based work environment, and present the agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts.
Education/Certification/Licensure
- Licensure: Required- LSW, LPC or CDCA. LISW or LPCC is a plus!
- Education: High School Required. Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited program is preferred.
Required Skills/Abilities
- Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
- Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of emotional and mental dysfunctions.
- Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, and cultures and their history and origins.
- Effective interpersonal skills; ability to form relationships with diverse populations within diverse settings.
- Excellent time management skills; able to prioritize, comfortable in fast-paced environment with multiple clients.
- Proficient computer skills, including Electronic Health Records, Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, etc.
Performance/Physical Requirements
- Able to provide services in an office, the community and/or client homes, which may include facilities with multiple levels
- Work flexible hours, which can include days, evenings, and weekends, as desired to meet the needs of clients and the OhioGuidestone and is available for crisis management by phone as needed.
- Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License with a safe driving record and valid insurance.
- Ability to take and pass a physical exam and drug screening.
- Employment is contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.
- Authorization to work legally in the United States.
Qualifications
- Ohio LSW, LPC, or CDCA. A master's degree with MFT, LISW, LPCC, IMFT is a plus!
Benefits Include
- 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
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 therapist provides diagnostic assessments, treatment planning, and evidence-based counseling for a diverse caseload of adults, adolescents, and families. They also coordinate community resources, maintain clinical documentation, and participate in treatment conferences to support client goals.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates SUD Clinical Therapist - CDCA+ Required at Ohio Guidestone a 6.3 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 7,838 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
Counselor Career Context
Ohio Guidestone ranks #26 of 28 employers hiring Counselor on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% are remote, 34% have no call, 70% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.3 / 10 · above average in mental health therapy (counseling) | ranked against 7,838 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Cost of living | Ohio index 92.8 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Mental Health Therapy listings in Ohio | 424 active | 7,879 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 40% remote · 34% no call · 70% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Ohio Guidestone | #26 of 28 for pay | Top Employers work-life index |
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