Mental Health Therapist

 Job Summary: 

The Therapist works under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor/Manager and is responsible for providing diagnostic assessments, treatment planning, therapy, counseling, and support services for a diverse caseload. This position provides on-site behavioral health services within the Wood County Jail, working with individuals who are currently incarcerated and may present with mental health and substance use needs along with crisis assessments. The Therapist collaborates with jail staff and community partners to ensure continuity of care, supports crisis intervention, and assists with discharge planning to promote successful reentry into the community. This is a fulltime position working Monday-Friday.

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrate the values and guiding principles of OhioGuidestone every day, performing with the highest standards of excellence, integrity and ethics.


• Provide individual, family and group counseling and psychotherapy to assigned caseload, which may include clients with severe and persistent mental illness and substance use disorders and/or may require specialty therapeutic services (e.g. IHBT, 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 client, 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 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 minor case management 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 all 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 a culture of belonging.


• Present the Agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts.

Education & Experience:

• LSW or LPC+ license and related educational requirement


• Master’s Degree from relevant accredited program; or


• Bachelor’s degree from relevant accredited program with 2 years’ experience in social work or counseling; or


• Bachelor’s Degree in a behavioral science or nursing.


• Experience with criminal justice population and system is a plus!

Qualifications:

• Mission driven; strong desire to make an impact


• Effective interpersonal skills; able to speak effectively with individuals and/or groups of people


• Ability to customarily and regularly exercise discretion and good professional judgment


• Flexible; able to work days, evenings, and/or weekends, as desired to meet the needs of clients


• Strong organizational skills; able to handle multiple priorities with strict attention to detail and perform work independently.


• Ability to maintain relevant, timely documentation as required.


• Effective computer literacy skills, including Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, and electronic health records, etc.


• Must be able to access work locations, offices, and homes as necessary, which may include ascending/descending stairs.


• Possess a valid Ohio Driver’s License with a safe driving record and valid insurance.


• Successfully complete pre-employment screenings, including drug tests, background checks, and any other required assessments, such as a physical examination and TB test.

What We Offer: 

• Clear career ladder for development path in various roles


• Competitive medical benefits including a low-premium medical plan option for employee or employee + children!


• Potential MONTHLY bonuses for exceeding productivity targets!


• 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 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.