Mental Health Therapist 

Mental Health Therapist 

Our Dayton (Montgomery County) team is seeking an engaging, passionate, and experienced Therapist to provide individual, group and family counseling in the office, and/or community. We are committed to supporting and protecting youth and families while strengthening the communities they serve. Working at Lighthouse is joining a diverse team of individuals all driven by our Mission, Vision and Values.

Competitive pay based on licensure/education

Starting pay:  $26.00 and up

Essential Functions:
•    Provides initial and ongoing clinical diagnostic assessment of client’s needs and documents level of care on a regular basis.
•    Works with multidisciplinary teams to develop and maintain treatment plans.
•    Provides individual and group psychotherapy services to clients and families in to stabilize symptoms of a mental health disorder.
•    Documents services with basic understanding of compliance and billing for regulatory bodies. 
•    Provides crisis intervention when needed.
•    Provides covered services that fall within their scope of practices.
•    Initiates services within the expected timeframe as set by agency standards.
•    Completes progress notes and service documentation per agency standards. 
•    Meets agency monthly utilization requirements. 

Qualifications:
•    Professional licensure in State of Ohio as a Counselor, or Social Worker
•    Masters in Counseling or Social Work Preferred
•    One year of professional social service experience preferred
•    Valid driver’s license and good driving record
•    Knowledge of or willingness to learn and apply trauma-informed care principles

Why Work with Lighthouse Youth & Family Services:

• Rewarding career - Make a difference in the lives of youth!
• Work for a diverse, seasoned, and well-respected agency with engaged leadership team
• Ability to work remotely for some roles.
• Competitive salary
• Generous Paid Time Off (23 days prorated based on hire date)
• Medical, dental, vision, including company paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• 401k Retirement Plan including company match (up to 6%)
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Payment Reimbursement ($5,250 per year)
• Department of Education’s Loan Forgiveness Program
• YMCA Discounts, Cell Phone Discounts, Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Engaging Wellness Program
• Paid Employee Leave Options (Parental, Bereavement, Jury Duty)
• Flexible work schedules to meet with clients in morning and/or evening hours for best service delivery.
• Licensure renewal reimbursement
• Ability to obtain internal supervision towards increased licensure.
• Paid training and professional development opportunities.
• Paid assistance with obtaining Trauma-Informed Care Certification.
• Referral Bonus Program
• Lighthouse Swag Store

Join a winning organization with a great culture and work environment and have a rewarding career that impacts the lives of youth and families! Find all open positions at www.lys.org/lyfscareers/