Counselor

Job Posting: Counselor – Toledo Location
Talbot Health Services | Clinical Department

Position: Counselor
Location: Toledo, Ohio
Schedule: Full-time, Hourly
Reports To: Director of Clinical Services
Classification: Learned Professional (Non-Exempt under FLSA)

Position Summary:
Talbot Health Services is seeking a committed and empathetic Counselor to join our clinical team in Toledo, Ohio. This position plays a vital role in providing trauma-informed, client-centered care to individuals navigating mental health and substance use challenges. As a Counselor at Talbot, you’ll be part of a collaborative care team dedicated to high standards of treatment, ethics, and support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual, group, and family counseling to assigned caseloads

• Conduct clinical assessments, develop treatment plans, and document client progress

• Incorporate trauma-informed care into therapeutic interventions

• Collaborate with internal team members and external agencies for integrated service delivery

• Maintain accurate, timely documentation and clinical records in compliance with agency and licensing standards

• Complete all billing and treatment notes within 48 hours of service

• Assist with client orientation, crisis response, referrals, and case consultations

• Stay current with best practices through ongoing professional development and supervision

• Meet productivity and service delivery targets

Required Qualifications:

• Active Ohio licensure: LSW, LPC, LCDC II, or LCDC III

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field

• In good standing with the appropriate Ohio licensing board

Preferred Qualifications:

• LISW, LPCC, or LICDC

• Master’s degree in a behavioral health discipline

• CPR/First Aid/AED certification

• Training in crisis prevention and de-escalation techniques

Skills & Competencies:

• Knowledge of behavioral health and addiction recovery frameworks

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills

• Proficiency in electronic medical records and documentation systems

• Team-focused with the ability to work independently

• Ethical, dependable, and committed to confidentiality and compliance

Work Conditions:

• Office and occasional community-based settings

• Smoke-free and substance-free workplace

• Ability to sit, use a computer, and lift up to 15 lbs as needed

• Reasonable accommodations provided in compliance with the ADA

Why Work at Talbot:
Talbot Health Services is committed to creating a professional home for our clinicians. We provide supervision, a supportive team environment, and opportunities for continued growth. At Talbot, you’ll have the resources and structure you need to truly make a difference.

To Apply:
Submit your resume and cover letter to nwinkelman@talbothealthservices.com. We’re looking for passionate behavioral health professionals ready to lead with heart and integrity.

Talbot Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.