What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Based Mental Health Counselor position at CommQuest Services Inc?
School Based Mental Health Provider (Counselor)
Real-world impact. Life-changing outcomes.
CommQuest seeks a Licensed Counselor for our School Based Mental Health (SBMH) Provider Team to deliver counseling services to students and families in K-12 / Continuing education. You will lend your expertise to the behavioral needs of the school environment demonstrating how CommQuest is the top choice for mental health, addiction recovery and related services.
We have an openings at Minerva Highschool, SOAR Unit within RG Drage, Faircrest Elementary School, and a split position between Hoover Highschool and North Canton Intermediate School!
In this role, you will:
- Share CommQuest's mission
- Be valued as an expert
- Make a real difference
- Open doors to make Stark County Schools safer
What is CommQuest?
CommQuest Services is one of the largest non-profit mental health, addiction recovery, and social services organizations in Northeast Ohio, working with clients from more than 34 counties in 12 facilities through more than 20 programs. We help people make positive changes in their lives through in-patient, outpatient and school-based programs, along with supportive services - from basic needs to employment assistance.
Are you interested in CommQuest, but don't see a job you are interested in right now? Send us your story, resume and qualifications to HR@commquest.org.
What you gain:
- Strong relationships with Stark County Schools students, families, and staff
- Visibility into how our community supports those in need
- Opportunities to share your expertise
- Peace of mind knowing you are benefiting the clients we serve and the community at large
What you'll do:
- Coordinate, develop, and lead an integrated continuum of care
- Address barriers to learning and lead improved behavioral and academic outcomes for students
- Develop treatment and discharge plans
- Provide strength-based counseling interventions, crisis intervention, and individual/group counseling
- All other duties as assigned
Schedule:
Dayshift; Monday- Friday. Paid Summers.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum of a Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field is required
- Minimum LPC or LSW from the State of Ohio is required
- Minimum of 2 years post licensure experience a plus
- Counselor-Trainee or Social Work-Trainee may be considered with previous experience in the field. Must remain enrolled in a Master's level Clinical Counseling or Social Work program and be registered with OCSWMFTB as a Trainee.
Full-Time Benefits:
- Generous time off, including Mental Health days
- 10 paid holidays annually
- Retirement plan with company match
- Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
- CEU/Licensure reimbursement and more!
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.