OhioGuidestone·Cleveland, Ohio
The therapist provides diagnostic assessments, treatment planning, and counseling services to a diverse caseload of students and families. They also collaborate with school leadership to implement behavioral interventions and support students experiencing emotional or academic distress.
Our 100% tuition free K-8th Grade campus in the Cleveland Central Neighborhood emphasizes academic expectations that promote a sense of worth, personal responsibility, civic engagement, and a “no excuse - every child can succeed” attitude. Stepstone Academy has the “whole child” “whole family” “whole community” mindset. We are changing more than just the narrative around urban education. Stepstone Academy is Changing Lives.
> ohioguidestone is looking for an experienced therapist for stepstone academy and who is familiar with urban education and the challenges that accompany disadvantaged populations in the academic setting. Will partner with school leadership and educators to support students with behavioral interventions, address acute concerns of emotional, academic distress in the school environment. Stepstone academy respects and values the racial, cultural, and economic diversity of our students and their families, and have strong commitment to the community. Stepstone is 100% tuition free k-6 school located in the heart of the cleveland central neighborhood where academic expectations promote a sense of worth, personal responsibility, civic engagement, and “no-Excuse – every child can succeed” attitude. > > watch what it means to be a school-Based therapist for ohioguidestone [https://Youtu.be/_yvumi4vdai]
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.
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 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 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.
Benefits: include:
We believe that fostering a workforce that reflects diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives strengthens our organization. Embracing diversity not only promotes a culture of respect and belonging, but it also enhances creativity, innovation, and problem-solving, ultimately contributing to our collective success.
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.
Market context
In Ohio, school-based therapist openings often draw interest because districts and academies need licensed clinicians who can support students with counseling, documentation, and crisis response. This role is competitive for candidates who already hold an LSW, LPC, or MFT, can work with diverse populations, and have a master’s degree or are actively pursuing one. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show school setting experience and crisis-intervention skills.