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Licensed Juvenile Justice Mental Health Therapist
OhioGuidestoneTherapist providing diagnostic assessments and therapeutic services for youth in the juvenile justice system. Working under OhioGuidestone and supporting diverse caseload.
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in providing therapeutic interventions, assessments, and support services for diverse populations, particularly youth and adolescents in the juvenile justice system. Proficient in developing treatment plans, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with community resources to ensure comprehensive care.
Highest-signal resume keywords
LSW, LPC, MFT LicenseTherapeutic InterventionCrisis InterventionCommunity Psychiatric SupportsEffective Interpersonal Skills
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Hard Skills
Diagnostic AssessmentTreatment PlanningIndividual CounselingGroup CounselingPsychotherapyCrisis ManagementDocumentationEvidence-Based PracticesSubstance Use Disorder TreatmentTherapeutic Behavioral Services
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationOrganizational SkillsFlexibilityTeam LeadershipCultural Responsiveness
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft Office SuiteElectronic Health RecordsWindows Applications
Certifications & Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Relevant FieldBachelor’s Degree with 2 Years Experience
Industry Keywords
Juvenile Justice SystemCommunity-Based ServicesMental Health EmergenciesClient AdvocacyOhioGuidestone Values
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- 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.
- Serve as a Juvenile Justice Mental Health Therapist within the Cuyahoga County Juvenile Court, working with a caseload of children and adolescents involved in the juvenile justice system to provide therapeutic intervention, assessment, and ongoing support.
- Must work in a community based environment on a hybrid basis.
- 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.
Requirements
What you’ll need- LSW, LPC, MFT license or higher and related educational requirement: Master’s Degree from relevant accredited program; or Bachelor’s degree from relevant accredited program with 2 years’ experience in social work or counseling; or similar degree
- Must be able to work with youth and adolescents with problematic behaviors
- Must work in the community
- Mission driven; strong desire to make an impact
- Effective interpersonal skills; able to speak effectively with individuals and/or groups of people
- Ability to customarily and regularly exercise discretion and good professional judgment
- Flexible; able to work days, evenings, and/or weekends, as desired to meet the needs of clients
- Strong organizational skills; able to handle multiple priorities with strict attention to detail and perform work independently.
- Ability to maintain relevant, timely documentation as required.
- Effective computer literacy skills, including Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, and electronic health records, etc.
- Must be able to access work locations, offices, and homes as necessary, which may include ascending/descending stairs.
- Possess a valid Ohio Driver’s License with a safe driving record and valid insurance.
- Successfully complete pre-employment screenings, including drug tests, background checks, and any other required assessments, such as a physical examination and TB test.
Benefits
Comp & perks- Free CEU trainings
- Competitive medical benefits at a low monthly cost & different family plans to explore.
- Ten paid holidays; some are exchangeable
- Flexible work schedules to support work/life balance
- Flexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, job roles, intern to hire, and locations
- 401(k) with employer match option
- Employment Assistance Program (EAP)
- Mileage reimbursement
- Monthly bonus program
- Recognition and rewards