Child & Adolescent Therapist

Solutions Community Counseling and Recovery Centers is looking to add a compassionate member to work out of our Ohio locations in Warren or Clinton county.

In this role, you will provide supportive services to individuals with mental illness. You will teach coping skills, help kids and ensure safety and well-being for our clients.

Working in a community behavioral health organization means:

• You are connected to the pulse of the community!
• You address real issues affecting the community!
• You help create a difference!

You are part of the Solution!

Some of the perks and benefits our employees get to take advantage of include:

• No weekend work.
  • We offer flexible 1st shift hours. Whether you are an early morning person or would like to start your shift a little later in the day, we offer this level of flexibility so you can properly balance work and life.
  • Access to discounts through our partnership with LifeMart on major brands & essentials including home, auto, attractions, restaurants & more.
  • Eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, including a health savings account option, as well as a company paid life insurance plan available on 61st day of employment.
  • 401(k) plan – can start contributing after 6 months; company will match after 12 months up to 3%.
  • Paid time off includes both vacation and sick time after 90 days. Unused time will roll over into the next year.
  • Company paid liability insurance.
  • Eligible for monthly documentation bonus.
  • Strong commitment to professional growth and a long history of promotion from within. Average tenure of our employees is 7 years.
  • Provide training opportunities through Relias Healthcare learning management system. Other training options are available in the community and at the agency.
  • Ongoing wellness program and initiatives to promote a healthy workforce for our employees.
  • This position may be eligible for public service loan forgiveness programs. For further details, click here.
  • Business casual work environment with an emphasis on team culture and collaboration.
  • We offer licensure supervision for counselors and social workers.

Core Responsibilities:

• Supports the mission and follows the procedures and policies of Solutions Community
• Develops individual service plan by performing diagnostic assessment, obtaining personal history, explaining treatment process, completing documentation, determining client diagnosis and gathering other pertinent data.
• Facilitates individual, family and group therapy sessions by utilizing counseling skills and techniques. Conducts therapy sessions by face-to-face or by leading family or group sessions. When leading group discussions, distribute handouts, review group assignments, and allow open conversation. Also, educates client regarding diagnosis and treatment plan. Resolves issues by discussing concerns, problems and progress.
• Monitors client progress by maintaining and reviewing case notes and other documentation. Modifies treatment plans as required.
• Provides client with alternative services by compiling information on available agency and community resources.
• Participates in staffing assessments by collaborating with other professionals, presenting client cases, reviewing cases, recommending and obtaining modifications to treatment plans and discussing clinical issues and policies. Attends supervision, team, and other meetings and participates in committee groups.
• Provides consultation and prevention services to community agencies, residential programs and others by collaborating with representatives, conducting presentations, counseling clients and providing educational and informational resources.
• Corresponds with referral source by attending meetings, writing memos and communicating by telephone.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by reviewing current research and practice. Attending seminars and training sessions.
• Keeps accurate records by completing and maintaining required documentation including diagnostic assessments, treatment plans, and episode notes in CareLogic.
• Maintains confidentiality of client records and other sensitive subject matter.
• Works assigned schedule, exhibits regular and predictable attendance and works outside of normal schedule as needed to meet workload demands. May be required to accept cases from other programs on an as needed basis. Performs other related duties as required.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work with at least 5 years of experience. Master’s degree preferred with 1 year of experience working in a similar environment.
• Required license LSW, LISW, LPC, LPCC, MFT, or IMFT
• The ability to respond promptly to emergency or crisis situations.
• Understanding and compassion for both clients and family members.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to follow up in a timely manner.
• The ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Adaptable to teaching various learning styles.

About the Company:

Solutions is a non-profit behavioral health organization that promotes wellness in mind, body and spirit through the provision of effective, affordable mental health and substance use services that promote recovery and overall health. We provide crisis services, outpatient counseling for mental health and alcohol/drug problems, psychiatric (pharmacological management) services, case management and other specialized services.

We take pride in being active in the community by participating in the National Association for Mental Illness annual walk. We also raise donations for local VA and homeless shelters throughout the year. To learn more about our mission and vision, visit: https://www.solutionsccrc.org/

Seniority Level: Entry level, exempt/salary

Employment Type: Full-time, Monday thru Friday, 1st shift, onsite

Industry: Behavioral Health

Job Function: Therapist

Direct Reports: None