Therapist
DAYBREAK INC·Dayton, Ohio
DAYBREAK INC·Dayton, Ohio
The therapist provides comprehensive mental health services, including diagnostic assessments, individual and group psychotherapy, and crisis intervention for youth and young adults. They are responsible for collaborative treatment planning, resource coordination, and maintaining accurate clinical documentation in compliance with agency standards.
Assessment and Treatment Planning Conduct comprehensive diagnostic assessments for all incoming Daybreak clients (adults and children). Engage in person centered treatment planning with persons served. Create individual services plans for all clients. As a member of the Clinical On-Call team, provide crisis intervention assessments and develop safety plans, including coordination with Crisis Intervention Teams (CIT) when hospitalization screenings are necessary. Counseling and Therapy Provide individual and group psychotherapy services utilizing evidence-based practices to support clients in achieving their treatment goals. Tailor interventions to address the needs of special populations served by Daybreak, including but not limited to unhoused youth, LGBTQ+ youth and other special populations. Group Facilitation of a wide variety of groups to include psychoeducation, coping skills, and other relevant topics. Resource Coordination and Referral Offer referrals to appropriate community-based mental health services that exceed Daybreak’s scope of care. Provide resources and referrals related to substance use disorders. Connect clients with specialized community resources that align with their identities or needs (e.g., LGBTQ+ services, housing supports). Discharge and Continuity of Care Collaborate with clients to develop discharge plans that ensure continuity of mental health care and access to supportive services upon program completion or exit. Documentation and Compliance Maintain accurate and complete clinical records in accordance with agency policies, funder requirements, accrediting bodies, and ethical standards. Submit documentation of clinical services within 72 working hours of service delivery, as per agency protocol, to support timely billing and client recordkeeping. Productivity and Professional Development Achieve and maintain productivity standard, as established in clinical supervision and agency policy Maintain licensure (LSW, LISW, LPC, LPCC) by completing all continuing education requirements (CEUs) as defined by the applicable licensing board. Qualifications Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in counseling or social work from an accredited program. Master’s degree in counseling or social work preferred. Minimum of 2 years related experience preferred. Minimum of LPC or LSW license required; LPCC or LISW preferred.
Candidates must hold at least a bachelor's degree in counseling or social work, with a master's degree preferred. A minimum of an LPC or LSW license is required, along with at least two years of related experience.
Market context
In Ohio, therapist openings are often tied to steady demand for mental health support in schools, clinics, and community settings. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for a master’s degree, state-specific licensure, a valid driver’s license, and clean background checks, with experience in child mental health treatment often valued. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your Ohio licensure status and prepare examples of child-focused treatment experience before applying.
