MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST (LISW/LPCC/LSW/LPC/SWT/CT)

Mental Health Therapist

At Empowering Integrated Care Solutions (EICS), we take an innovative, person-centered approach to serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and co-occurring mental health needs. Our integrated care model blends clinical excellence, systems coordination, and applied innovation to improve real-world outcomes for individuals with diverse and multifaceted support needs.

We are seeking compassionate, skilled Mental Health Therapists who are excited by progressive models of care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the opportunity to contribute to novel approaches to mental health service delivery for individuals with IDD.

This role combines meaningful individual clinical work with opportunities to participate in nationally recognized model adaptation, pilot initiatives, and program development partnerships with leading academic institutions.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As a vital member of our integrated clinical team, you will provide individual psychotherapy to adults with IDD and/or mental health diagnoses across community-based and telehealth settings.

This role is structured to support a balanced service delivery model, with approximately:

• 50% of services delivered in community settings (e.g., client homes, community locations, and in-office as needed)
• 50% of services delivered via telehealth

Using a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach, you will support emotional regulation, resilience, independence, and overall mental well-being, while promoting engagement, access to care, and continuity of services.

CORE CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide individual psychotherapy using evidence-based interventions
• Provide individual psychotherapy across community-based and telehealth settings, maintaining a balanced caseload structure of approximately 50% in-person/community-based services and 50% telehealth services, based on client needs and program expectations
• Utilize trauma-informed and resiliency-based approaches, including the EICS Trauma Module – JAR (Journey About Resiliency), within individual treatment
• Provide crisis psychotherapy as needed and support safety planning
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement person-centered Individual Treatment Plans
• Coordinate care with Behavioral Health Nursing and Care Coordination staff to support integrated treatment
• Participate in required agency meetings and role-relevant trainings
• Complete clinical documentation in accordance with agency, Medicaid, and regulatory standards
• Meet established productivity expectations (average of 5.5 clinical hours per day, including direct and indirect client contact)
• Engage in continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities
• Maintain ethical standards of practice and confidentiality in accordance with state and federal guidelines

INNOVATION, RESEARCH & PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

EICS offers a unique opportunity for clinicians interested in shaping innovative mental health services for individuals with IDD, beyond traditional outpatient therapy.

Therapists will participate in applied program development through partnerships with leading academic institutions, including the University of Missouri–Kansas City LifeCourse Nexus Team,part of a federally designated University Center of Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (IUCEDD), as well as Case Western Reserve University and the Begun Center for Violence Prevention.

This work includes:

· Adaptation and implementation of Charting the LifeCourse tools (https://www.lifecoursetools.com/ ) for mental health service delivery

· Opportunities for training and participation in a pilot program demonstrating a novel, LifeCourse-informed approach for adults with IDD

· Collaboration with Case Western Reserve University and the Begun Center for Violence Prevention on EICS Initiatives addressing challenging behavior and co-occurring mental health diagnoses

· Applied, collaborative participation integrated into day-to-day clinical service delivery

This position reports to the Clinical Supervisor.

WHY JOIN EICS

EICS offers a work environment that emphasizes team-based care, flexibility, and thoughtful service delivery, with opportunities to work both in-office and in community settings. Clinicians are supported through interdisciplinary collaboration, access to training and consultation, and the ability to contribute to innovative programs that expand how mental health services are delivered for adults with IDD.

WORK SCHEDULE

8:30 AM to 5:00 PM- Monday through Friday

OPTIONAL: 4-Day workweek (10-hour days)

No weekend requirement

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Full-Time LSW/LPC: Starting at $62,000 annually

LISW/LPCC: Salary negotiable based on experience

BONUS ELIGIBILITY: Up to $4,000 annually for ALL clinical staff, regardless of license level, for clinicians working 20 or more hours per week (paid quarterly)

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and flexible scheduling

Life insurance and retirement plan options

Ongoing professional development and CEU opportunities

Access to specialized clinical trainings, consultation, and pilot initiatives

Retention Bonus (Per Agency Policy)

• $1,000 after successful completion of 6 months of employment
• $1,200 after successful completion of 12 months of employment

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Strong interest in working with adults with IDD and co-occurring mental health conditions

Ability to collaborate across disciplines and service systems

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Interest in innovation, learning, and contributing to program development

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree for LSW candidates/Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field for other license types

Active and unencumbered Ohio license: LISW, LPCC, LSW, or LPC (or license-eligible within one year)

Minimum of one year of experience providing services to individuals with IDD and/or mental health diagnoses

Experience with trauma-informed care strongly preferred

Acceptable background check, driving record, and valid driver’s license

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

Empowering Integrated Care Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where clinicians and individuals served can thrive.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Pet insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $4,000 - $62,000