Therapist; Licensed Behavioral Health Professional

Therapist (Licensed Behavioral Health Professional)

The Therapist provides clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and evidence-based behavioral health services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. Working within a multidisciplinary team, the Therapist partners closely with Qualified Mental Health Specialists (QMHS), psychiatric providers, and other clinical staff to ensure coordinated, medically necessary, and person-centered care.

This role is ideal for professionals who thrive in community-based behavioral health, enjoy working collaboratively, and are passionate about meeting clients where they are to improve clinical outcomes.

Clinical Assessment & Diagnosis

• Complete comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments.
• Complete Ohio CANS/IM+CANS assessments and maintain required certification, as applicable.
• Formulate and document clinically supported diagnoses based on assessment findings, professional scope of practice, and applicable supervision requirements.
• Determine and document medical necessity and recommended level of care for behavioral health services.
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with agency, payer, and regulatory requirements.

Treatment Planning

• Develop individualized, measurable treatment plans.
• Update treatment plans according to regulatory and clinical requirements.
• Ensure all interventions align with treatment goals and medical necessity.
• Monitor client progress and modify interventions as clinically indicated.

Direct Clinical Services

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy utilizing evidence-based interventions.
• Deliver services in office, school, home, and community settings.
• Facilitate psycho educational and therapeutic groups.
• Support clients experiencing behavioral health, emotional, and psychosocial challenges.

Care Coordination

• Collaborate with QMHS staff regarding treatment implementation and client engagement.
• Coordinate care with psychiatric providers, schools, probation officers, families, and community partners.
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and clinical consultations.
• Assist with referrals and linkage to community resources.

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete documentation accurately and within agency timelines.
• Maintain compliance with Medicaid, HIPAA, agency policies, and applicable state regulations.
• Support medical necessity through thorough documentation.
• Maintain professional licensure and credentialing requirements.

Professional Development

• Participate in clinical supervision both individual and group.
• Attend all required trainings and staff meetings.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain continuing education requirements.

• Base compensation rate of $65.00 per billable hour for completed and approved client services.
• Potential annual earnings of $70,000–$95,000, based on individual billable services, client engagement, and overall productivity.

Required

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field.
• Current Ohio licensure in good standing as an LSW, LISW, LPC, LPCC, MFT, or IMFT. Supervision must be maintained as required by the applicable license type and scope of practice.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Medicaid credentialing.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance.
• Successful completion of required background screenings.

Preferred

• Experience providing community-based behavioral health services.
• Experience working with children, adolescents, and families.
• Experience facilitating therapeutic groups.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and evidence-based treatment models.
• Experience working with justice-involved youth or adults.
• Familiarity with Ohio CANS and electronic health record systems.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent written documentation and time management.
• Ability to build rapport with diverse client populations.
• Strong collaboration and interdisciplinary communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage a caseload.
• Sound clinical judgment and crisis intervention skills.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and Microsoft Office.

• Maintain an active caseload while meeting productivity expectations.
• Deliver high-quality, medically necessary clinical services.
• Complete documentation within required time frames.
• Maintain strong collaboration with QMHS staff and psychiatric…