Community Based Therapist (LSW or LPC)

Social WorkerFull-Time

Listed compensation

$60K - $63K

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 3mo ago · Verified live

Job Description

  • Job Location: Cleveland, OH 44107
  • Position Type: Full Time
  • Education Level: Graduate Degree
  • Travel Percentage: Road Warrior
  • Job Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesWe are seeking a full-time Therapist to join our Community Based Team in Cleveland, Ohio
  • Compensation: $60,000-$63,000

+ Productivity Bonus! $1000 Bonus!

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 toward the ultimate goal of living safely and successfully in the community.

Working at NYAP: Generous Time off: 22 Days of Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays, 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 Provides appropriate individual, group, and family mental health services, case management, transportation, and other professional services, meeting or exceeding established outcomes thresholds on behalf of persons served Completes all required documentation in a timely manner Travels daily, to provide community based services to, and on behalf of, youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.

Consistently achieves established productivity thresholds. Coordinate and monitor services for the youth and family 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 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.

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. A valid advanced professional license as required and acceptable by state or contract regulations.

Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, automotive insurance, and a good driving record. 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 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

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? Apply today! ww.nyap.org/employment 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. An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans Qualifications

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

Key Responsibilities

The therapist provides individual, group, and family mental health services while managing cases and coordinating community support for youth and families. They are responsible for maintaining accurate documentation, conducting safety assessments, and traveling daily to deliver services in the community.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Social Work or a related Human Services field and possess a valid professional license. A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and at least two years of direct service experience with youth and families are strongly preferred.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Clinical supervision

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Community Based Therapist (LSW or LPC) at NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM a 7.8 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Mental Health Therapy (Social Work) — ranked against 129 active Mental Health Therapy (Social Work) listings on WeekdayDoc.

Mental Health Therapy — Social Worker Career Context

National Youth Advocate Program ranks #12 of 12 employers hiring Social Worker on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 42% are remote, 18% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score7.8 / 10 · top 25% in mental health therapy (social work)ranked against 129 Mental Health Therapy (Social Work) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$60k–$63kMental Health Therapy median $58k (middle half $56k–$70k)17 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$66k in purchasing powerOhio index 92.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Ohio5 active129 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 42% remote · 18% no call · 74% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$1k sign-on · loan repaymentOhio social worker listings (all specialties): 3% state a sign-on bonus · 9% offer loan repayment211 active listings, Nov 2026
New Mental Health Therapy listings2,512 in the last 30 days1,354 the 30 days before (+86%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Mental Health Therapy pay trend−19.2% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
National Youth Advocate Program#12 of 12 for payTop Employers work-life index
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (129 Mental Health Therapy (Social Work) listings), Top Employers work-life 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

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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 7.8
Better work-life than 90% of Mental Health Therapy (Social Work) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 129 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About National Youth Advocate Program

Individual and Family Services
Columbus, Ohio
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

22 Days PTO
11 Paid Holidays
Half Day Fridays in Summer
Comprehensive Healthcare
Paid Parental Leave
CEUs
Student Loan Repayment
401K with Match

Living in Cleveland

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$124k≈ 2.1× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,359/mo≈ 27% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
23 min
State income tax
Up to 4%
Sources & methodology

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

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