OhioGuidestone·Lorain, Ohio
Provide individual, family, and group psychotherapy to children from birth to age 6 using creative interventions like play, art, and music. Coordinate care through treatment planning, crisis management, and collaboration with community partners and agency professionals.
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Your story.
Our mission.
A perfect match.
You have a place at OhioGuidestone, the state's leader in behavioral health!
OhioGuidestone is the state’s leader in community behavioral health care, serving around 26,000 Ohioans each year.
We focus on the needs of the whole person by providing telehealth and in-person prevention services, as well as mental health and substance use treatment.
As we help people navigate the most difficult times in their lives—with compassion and respect—we ultimately empower them to take steps towards a healthier future.
> the early childhood mental health therapist at ohioguidestone (Lorain county) > has the unique opportunity to provide creative interventions in play, art, and > music to support the development and growth of the children and families we > serve. The therapist will work with young clients from birth to age 6, as well > as families, in a variety of settings including clients’ homes, in the > community, and in the office. Grow your skills and knowledge in your field by > taking advantage of our excellent training opportunities and ongoing support > within your team, as well as your individualized supervision, to maintain and > advance your professional license(S)! Enjoy the chance to write your own > schedule in order to maintain your best work/Life balance and a comprehensive > benefits package to stay healthy too! > > > essential functions:
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.
*Funding sources may require OhioGuidestone to hire an advanced degree.
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 a 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
Early childhood mental health therapists in Ohio are often sought by agencies serving young children and families, especially where school readiness, behavioral support, and family-centered care overlap. This role can be competitive because it requires a bachelor’s degree, a preferred master’s degree, and a valid LSW+ or LPC+ license, plus an Ohio driver’s license and clearance for background and drug screening. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and prepare examples of work with young children and caregivers.