What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Based Prevention Clinician position at Concord Counseling Services?
Description
Concord Counseling is one of the most highly acclaimed, behavioral health non-profit centers in Central Ohio. Based in Westerville and founded in 1972, Concord is dedicated to healing people in mind and spirit with programs and services that change lives.
Why Choose Concord?
Concord is fully accredited by the National Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities signifying quality & excellence, person-centered care, continuous improvement, accountability, and trustworthiness.
You will work alongside professionals who demonstrate our agency values of inclusion, teamwork, commitment, and integrity. At Concord, you will find collaboration, mentorship, a commitment to your professional growth, and a culture that supports you bringing your whole authentic self to work every day.
Concord is proud of its long-standing partnerships with school districts that truly value the services provided for their staff and students. These enduring relationships are built on mutual trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to student success.
Your Job Opportunity
School-Based Prevention Clinicians partner with school staff, families, and students to provide clinical services to prevent the onset of mental illness or substance use disorders, reduce emotional/behavioral symptoms that affect school functioning, and build resiliency.
•Clinical services include: individual, group, and whole classroom prevention, early intervention, student/family/staff education, crisis intervention, referrals to community services, and collaboration to support student social/emotional/academic wellbeing.
•There are positions available at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. There are several options for staff opportunities over the summer, including running prevention groups and providing short-term therapy.
Requirements
Qualifications Required for Success for School Based Prevention Clinician
•Bachelor’s in Social Work (BSW) OR a Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or Marriage and Family Therapy (Master’s highly preferred; BSW must have relevant experience)
•Must hold an active Ohio Social Work, Professional Counselor, or Marriage and Family Therapist License (LISW, LPCC, IMFT preferred; LSW, LPC, or MFT with experience).
•Clinical mental health experience working with school-aged children/teens. Experience working in schools is preferred, but not required.
•Must be a self-starter, able to demonstrate flexibility, work independently as well as part of a team, have excellent time-management, organization, communication, and interpersonal skills, and be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
•Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word and Excel, Google Workspace, and electronic medical records is preferred.
What We Offer You
•Comprehensive Health Benefits: medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage for peace of mind. Flexible spending and health savings accounts available.
•Retirement Security: Contribute to a 401(k) plan and watch your savings grow for a secured future.
•Protection Against Uncertainties: Concord paid life insurance and long-term disability ensuring financial security during unexpected challenges.
•Work-Life Balance: Enjoy ample vacation time, sick time, self-care days, and observe 9 agency holidays to rejuvenate and spend quality time with loved ones.
•Grow in Your Profession: Supervision toward independent license and CEUs provided at no cost, further enhanced by a student loan repayment program.