Applewood Centers is hiring: Therapist - Children & Youth Services in Lakewood

Job Description Now Offering a $2,000 Sign-on Bonus At Applewood, we prioritize our employees and their wellbeing. We provide competitive benefit options to our employees and their families, including domestic partners. Comprehensive health and Rx plans, including a flat rate option. Generous paid time off and holidays 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match Employer paid life insurance and long-term disability Employee Assistance Program Ancillary benefits including: dental, vision, voluntary life, short term disability, hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness Flexible Spending Account for Health and Dependent Care A minimum of a Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related field Valid Ohio Clinical License in Social Work or Counseling (LSW or LPC) is required. Knowledge of mental health assessment, treatment planning, child psychotherapy, group therapy and DSM-IV diagnoses. Prior experience in the delivery of mental health services to children in groups with complex needs is essential. Applewood Centers is a private, nonprofit agency providing mental health services, social services and education to children, adolescents and families living in Cuyahoga and Lorain counties. We are looking for a qualified Licensed Residential Therapist to provide direct clinical service to individuals, families and groups. Services may include individual therapy, family interventions and group therapy as well as mental health consultation, education and prevention services. The residential therapist provides services within the framework of the mission and service plan of Applewood Centers. Gather clinical information in the initial mental health assessment interview and during ongoing treatment contacts. Provide individual therapy, parent guidance and family interventions. Work a varied and flexible schedule to meet client and agency needs. Provide diagnostic and treatment planning feedback and consultation to residential case managers/supervisors, staff, and program managers. Participate, as required, in program and performance improvement initiatives. Provide clinical supervision to assigned staff and/or interns in accordance with licensing regulations for professional discipline. Develop and facilitate group behavioral health counseling and/or partial hospitalization programming based on client and programmatic needs. Provide consultation and training to residential services staff. Applewood") is a private, nonprofit agency providing mental health services, social services and education to children, adolescents and families living in Cuyahoga and Lorain counties. Applewood's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.