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Community-Based Therapist

Child Guidance & Family Solutions
Akron, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 1/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/11/2026

COMMUNITY BASED THERAPIST 

 

We're growing and we need YOU! Join our team and provide quality behavioral health care for children and families in Summit Counties!


Child Guidance & Family Solutions (CGFS) is a nationally recognized behavioral health agency serving children, teens, adults and families with mental health concerns in Northeast Ohio.  But we're a whole lot more!  For more than 80 years, we've provided innovative and effective mental health services and integrated care of mind and both through strategic partnership, sustainable programs that enrich our community.  We advocate for the health of our youth and provide hope for families!


We're seeking a compassionate Community Based Therapist to provide mental and behavioral health counseling and prevention services to clients, working primarily in clients' homes and in the community.  Service delivery would include mental health assessments, co-occurring disorder assessments, individual counseling, family counseling, CPST, and crisis intervention.  


Benefits:

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with Employer Match
  • Short and Long Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time off – Vacation, Sick and Personal Days
  • Paid Holidays
  • Clinical Supervision
  • AI Technology for Clinical Documentation
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

 

Responsibilities:

  • Provide individual and family counseling in client's homes and in the community.
  • Conduct mental health assessments and evaluations to establish appropriate treatment goals and objectives for clients.
  • Plan, implement and regularly modify treatment plans to ensure clients are meeting individualized goals.
  • Utilize symptom screeners and functional outcomes to determine ongoing medical necessity.
  • Maintain regular ongoing contact with parents/guardians, and collaborate with client collaterals (teachers, probation officers, protective services, etc.) when necessary.
  • Identify client needs and carry out referrals to both internal and external resources.



Required Qualifications:

  • LPC, LISW, LPCC, IMFT, or LSW licensure with Master’s Degree required
  • At least 6 months counseling experience providing therapy through internship or other field experience
  • Strong ethical decision-making skills, and ability to think critically and utilize problem-solving skills
  • At least 6 months counseling experience providing therapy through internship or other field experience
  • Strong ethical decision-making skills and ability to think critically and utilize problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
  • Valid Ohio driver's license and insurability under the Agency policy
  • Ability to work flexible hours to meet client needs, including early evenings several nights per week

 


 

Apply now to be part of a team that truly cares and Make a Difference!

 

Child Guidance & Family Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Salary : $52,000 - $55,000

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