Primary Therapist (Center services clients aged 4-12)

Primary Therapist – InspireKids (Garfield Heights, OH | Cleveland Area)

Why InspireKids

At InspireKids, we believe children thrive when they feel seen, supported, and understood. We provide a compassionate and structured environment through our Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), and outpatient services for children ages 4–12 working through emotional and behavioral challenges.

If you want to make a meaningful impact in a place that values heart, creativity, collaboration, and clinical excellence, you will feel right at home here.

What This Opportunity Has to Offer

Salary:

• $60,000 – $70,000 based on experience

Benefits and Perks:

• Monday through Friday day shift schedule
• Health insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Professional development and supervision support
• Employee referral bonuses
• A mission-driven team that celebrates growth, connection, and compassion

Our Core Values

These values guide how we care for children and how we care for our team.

• Integrity We act with honesty, ethical practice, and accountability.
• Nurturing We build safe, supportive environments where children can flourish.
• Strength We help children build inner confidence and emotional resilience.
• Partnership We walk alongside families, educators, and communities.
• Innovation We embrace creativity and evidence-based approaches.
• Respect We honor the dignity of every child and caregiver.
• Empathy We lead with understanding, patience, and heart.

Our Mission

We strive to inspire every child to discover their strengths, grow in confidence, and move toward brighter futures. Our team plays a central role in making that possible by creating a nurturing, developmentally informed, and emotionally safe environment.

About the Role

As a Primary Therapist, you will be a key part of our clinical team. You will guide therapeutic services, support families, and help children build the skills and resilience they need to thrive in our Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP).

What You Will Do

Provide individual, group, and family therapy using developmentally appropriate, evidence-based practices.

• Complete assessments, create treatment plans, and monitor progress.
• Lead social-emotional skill-building groups and therapeutic activities.
• Partner closely with parents and caregivers to support progress at home.
• Provide compassionate crisis intervention and safety planning when needed.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team dedicated to whole-child care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.

What You Bring

• Master’s degree in a mental health field and Ohio licensure or eligibility (LPC, LPCC, LSW, LISW, MFT, IMFT, CT, SWT, MFTT, etc.).
• 2 or more years of mental health experience, preferably with children.
• Experience with play-based, trauma-informed, and behavioral interventions.
• Ability to build meaningful connections with children and families.
• Comfort navigating crisis situations with calm and clarity.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Bilingual English Spanish is a plus.

Where You’ll Work

This is an on-site role with a consistent weekday schedule designed to support work-life balance in a clinical setting focused on stability and connection.

Schedule: Monday through Friday

Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Location: InspireKids, 5555 Turney Road, Garfield Heights, OH 44125 (Cleveland area)

What’s Next

We are reviewing applicants now and encourage you to apply as soon as possible. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and join a team that truly cares, submit your application today to begin the process.