Licensed Family Therapist - Intensive Home-Based Therapy; IHBT

Licensed Family Therapist – Intensive Home-Based Therapy (IHBT)

Who Are We: God Restoring Order (GRO) Community is a mental healthcare provider that specializes in trauma recovery services for males of color ages 5 and up. GRO services are grounded in an understanding of the neurological, biological and psychological effects of trauma. GRO services include mental health and wellness, stress management, and community outreach.

Position Summary: This is a relentless, high-impact role for a driven clinician ready to lead with heart, skill, and discipline. As an IHBT Family Therapist, you will take on a hybrid role of therapist, case manager, advocate, community builder, and leader—with the goal of helping families heal and thrive. You will provide individual therapy to parents, lead family therapy sessions, and supervise a team of two Quality Mental Health Specialists supporting the same household.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary therapist for the parent or guardian in the family unit
• Lead and facilitate family therapy sessions using GRO’s relational, phase‑based model
• Supervise and coordinate the care provided by two Quality Mental Health Specialists
• Provide comprehensive case management—including housing, employment, education, and behavioral health support
• Schedule and facilitate case consultations with GRO mentors and team members working with the same family
• Collaborate with schools, probation officers, and other system partners involved in the family’s life
• Attend weekly group supervision and weekly individual supervision
• Complete weekly clinical checklists to ensure fidelity and reflect on skill‑based implementation
• Uphold the fidelity standards of GRO Community’s IHBT model and the Case Western Reserve IHBT framework
• Track outcomes, complete timely documentation, and participate in ongoing fidelity reviews
• Bring passion, perseverance, and community leadership into every home, meeting, and session
• Performs other related duties as requested by the Program Manager and related to overall functioning of the services

Training & Onboarding:

• Three 8‑hour state‑run IHBT trainings (via Zoom)
• Two Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) trainings
• Within the first 6 months: four full‑day trainings on GRO Community’s 4‑Phase Family Therapy Model
• Ongoing fidelity coaching, supervision, and consultation are integrated throughout the year
• Clinical Knowledge – Strong understanding of mental health conditions, treatment approaches, and therapeutic interventions.
• Assessment & Treatment Planning – Ability to assess client needs and develop effective Individual Treatment Plans using Ohio Assessment tools.
• Communication Skills – Strong verbal and written communication skills for client interactions, documentation, and collaboration with stakeholders.
• Empathy & Client‑Centered Approach – Ability to build trust and provide compassionate person‑centered care.
• Crisis Intervention – Skill in handling crises and implementing de‑escalation strategies when needed.
• Advocacy & Community Engagement – Ability to support clients in accessing resources and navigating community services.
• Problem‑Solving – Strong critical thinking and decision‑making skills to address client needs effectively.
• Ethical & Professional Conduct – Adherence to confidentiality, professional ethics, and state regulations.
• Adaptability & Flexibility – Ability to adjust approaches based on client needs and evolving situations.
• Collaboration & Teamwork – Effectively works with multidisciplinary teams, supervisors, and external partners.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A supportive and dynamic work environment committed to social impact.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

Compensation:

• $5,000 sign‑on bonus
• $70 per billable hour
• Fee‑for‑service model with initial stipend and potential for higher compensation
• 401(k) plan
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule: Hybrid remote with on‑site presence required in Cincinnati, OH; work schedule to be determined.

Education: Must hold an active Ohio license as one of the following:
Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW/LISW‑S), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC/LPCC‑S), or Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist (IMFT/IMFT‑S).

Requirements:

• Active Ohio license (LISW/LISW‑S, LPCC/LPCC‑S, or IMFT/IMFT‑S)
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience preferred but not required.
• Experience providing therapy in a private practice or outpatient setting is a plus.
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnosis, and intervention skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining ethical and professional standards.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) for documentation.

Job Type: Full‑time

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cincinnati, OH 45202