Licensed Mental Health Therapist

A Licensed Clinical Therapist provides mental health treatment through evidence‑based interventions, diagnostic assessments, and individualized therapy to support client recovery and wellbeing. The role requires maintaining clinical documentation, adhering to ethical and legal standards, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care.

Licensed Clinical Therapist

Position Title: Licensed Clinical Therapist [LSW, MSW, DSW, LISW, LICDC]

Location: Southern Ohio region (Ross, Pike, Vinton, Jackson counties), Cleveland or Columbus, OH

Reports to Clinical Supervisor

Role Summary

The Therapist provides assessment, diagnosis, counseling, mentoring, and coaching to

youth and families, develops and monitors individualized treatment plans, and ensures

clinical interventions align with client needs and progress. This role centers on

community-based behavioral health services that empower high-risk youth to achieve

their full potential.

From the organization’s job materials: “The Therapist is responsible for assessing,

diagnosing, counseling, mentoring, and coaching clients to help them achieve their

treatment goals.”

Scope of Work

• Provide direct clinical services (individual, family, and group) to children,

adolescents, and families in office and community settings.

• Manage a caseload consistent with organizational standards and funding

requirements.

• Coordinate care with internal teams and external partners to support holistic client

outcomes.

• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation and comply with HIPAA and

agency policies.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Client Care

• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and diagnostic evaluations.

• Create, implement, and regularly update individualized treatment plans with

measurable goals.

• Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions, crisis intervention, and case

management as needed.

• Provide mentoring and coaching to support client skill building and resilience.

Clinical Documentation & Compliance

• Complete progress notes, treatment plans, discharge summaries, and other

required documentation in a timely, accurate manner.

• Ensure documentation meets agency, payer, and regulatory standards.

Collaboration & Professional Practice

• Participate in clinical team meetings, case consultations, and supervision.

• Maintain professional licensure and pursue ongoing professional development.

• Build and maintain positive relationships with coworkers, referral sources, schools,

and community partners.

Completed Assessments: charged at $125.00 per completed assessment; an entirely separate cost from the clinical hourly rate.

Additional Responsibilities

• Support program development, quality improvement activities, and agency

initiatives.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support clinical operations and organizational

goals.

Expectations and Performance Standards

• Communication: Respond to email and internal messages promptly and

professionally.

• Punctuality: Attend scheduled meetings and client sessions on time.

• Professionalism: Demonstrate integrity, ethical practice, and respect in all

interactions.

• Organization: Keep caseloads, documentation, and schedules well organized and

up to date.

• Continuous Improvement: Engage in training, supervision, and reflective practice

to improve therapeutic effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related field.

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in a therapeutic setting.

• Licensure: Active Therapist license in Ohio (required).

• Strong assessment, diagnostic, and treatment-planning skills.

Core Competencies

• Excellent therapeutic and counseling skills; culturally competent and

trauma-informed practice.

• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

• Adaptability, professional integrity, and commitment to client-centered care.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Primarily office-based with occasional travel to community sites as needed.

• Standard office hours with flexibility for some evening or outside-hours client

sessions.

• Collaborative, supportive workplace focused on staff well-being and professional

growth.

Reporting Structure & Growth

• Reports to the Clinical Supervisor and collaborates with Clinical Supervisors,

Operations, and Program staff.

• Opportunities for professional development, certification support, and internal

advancement.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Growth & Empowerment Mental Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity employer

committed to diversity and inclusion.