OhioGuidestone·Columbus, Ohio
The therapist provides diagnostic assessments, treatment planning, and counseling services to a diverse caseload in school, office, and community settings. They act as a liaison between families and school staff to ensure a collaborative, wraparound approach to student support.
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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 including adults, adolescents, and families. Services may be provided via telehealth, outpatient offices, and/or community-based settings. The School-Based Therapist delivers therapeutic services within the school system from referral through completion of care, partnering with school staff and families to ensure a collaborative, wraparound approach to student support.
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.
At ohioguidestone, we demonstrate positive leadership, promote a team-Based work environment and a culture of belonging.
We also 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.
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a relevant field or a Bachelor's degree with two years of experience in social work or counseling. A valid Ohio driver's license and appropriate clinical licensure (LSW, LCDC III, LPC, or MFT) are required.
Market context
School-based therapist roles in Ohio are often competitive because districts and community providers look for candidates who can support student mental health while meeting licensure and school-service requirements. For this Union County role, a master’s degree or a bachelor’s degree with relevant experience, plus an LSW, LCDC III, LPC, or MFT license, a valid Ohio driver’s license, and screening clearance are key. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure and school-based experience before applying.