Ohio State University Physicians·Columbus, Ohio
The Psychotherapist provides individual, group, and family therapy for patients with mental health and substance use disorders within an interdisciplinary team. Key duties include performing diagnostic assessments using DSM-V-TR, developing treatment plans, and coordinating community resource linkages.
Overview The Psychotherapist serves as a key member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, providing compassionate, patient-centered care for individuals with mental health and substance use (drug addiction) disorders.
With over 100 cutting-edge outpatient center locations, dedicated to providing exceptional patient care while fostering a collaborative work environment, our buckeye team includes more than 1,800 nurses, medical assistants, physicians, advanced practice providers, administrative support staff, IT specialists, financial specialists and leaders that all play an important part. As an employee of Ohio State University Physicians (OSUP), you'll be an integral part of a team committed to advancing healthcare, education, and professional growth. Our culture At OSUP, we foster a culture grounded in the values of inclusion, empathy, sincerity, and determination. We meet our teams where they are, coming together to serve each other and our community. Our benefits We know that having options and robust benefit plans are important to you. OSUP prioritizes the wellbeing of our team and that’s why we offer our employees a flexible, competitive benefit package. In addition to medical, dental, vision, health reimbursement accounts, flexible spending accounts, and retirement, we also offer an employee assistance program, paid time off, holidays, and a wellness program designed to support our employees so they can live their best lives. As an OSUP employee, you will be eligible for these various benefits depending on your employment status.
What will you do? The Psychotherapist functions within the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team to lead and provide patient care and supportive services that are directed at achievement of patient care outcomes, maximizing the patient’s involvement in his or her own care plan, improving service levels and decreasing costs. Provides clinical work with patients with mental health diagnoses including individual, group, and couple/family therapy to assist patients to determine treatment goals, return to previous or improved functioning; form aftercare plan; advocate within local community if needed; work as part of clinical team; maintain third party payer relationships. Primary Responsibilities: Provide effective treatment services to a caseload of clients with mental illness diagnosis on Axis I Diagnostic assessment and diagnosis within the guidelines of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 5-TR (DSM- V-TR) At least 50% of time will include providing direct service to an established, clinical caseload Provide psycho-education groups related to general mental health as indicated. Assist client in writing and meeting treatment plan goals and objectives. Work with client to solve problems, consistent with philosophy of the treatment team, and with specific treatment goals of each client. Provide individual, family and group therapy services as indicated. Complete documentation consistent with standards set by the compliance office. Communicate observations of and concerns about clients with team members as needed during the day. Maintain positive contacts with referral sources; consult when needed. Request and provide consultation and/or support as needed from supervisor or team members. Attend and contribute to program staff and treatment team meetings. Attend staff in-services and other meetings as required. Provide treatment reviews and updates to managed care payers. Document utilization reviews in the chart so they are easily understood by team members and by the Business Office. Provide clients with links to community resources to help meet their needs. Support community and healthcare linkage as needed for each client (e.g., appointments with outside outpatient providers, psychiatrist, clinical nurse specialist, or primary care physician for medication monitoring and prescribing). May represent the program or hospital by participating in committees, conferences, and public meetings, and by providing education presentations to groups. Ability to perform functions using job-related software and systems. Other duties assigned within scope of experience, expertise, and credentials Provide excellent clinical services.
What are we looking for in our next new hire? Master’s Degree in Social Work or Counseling. Independent Ohio license (LISW, LISW-S, or LPCC) to practice. At least two years of experience working with patients with mental illness is required. Expertise/training in cognitive-behavioral and/or interpersonal psychotherapy, and understanding of the psychosocial aspects of chronic illness. Familiarity and competency with assessment and diagnosis of mental health disorders. Strong organizational and documentation skills. Ability to work independently while also being a strong team player. The Psychotherapist will work as part of an integrated primary care team to provide specialized behavioral health services focused on addiction therapy. This role involves delivering evidence-based therapeutic interventions to patients experiencing substance use disorders, supporting them through various stages of recovery, and collaborating with medical providers to ensure holistic care. Familiarity with addiction services, treatment modalities, and the continuum of care (e.g., detox, inpatient, outpatient, recovery support). Strong understanding of the stages of change model and its application in addiction therapy. Pay Range USD $66,002.00 - USD $99,004.00 /Yr.
Candidates must hold a Master's Degree in Social Work or Counseling and an independent Ohio license (LISW, LISW-S, or LPCC). A minimum of two years of experience working with patients with mental illness is required.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in Ohio are typically in steady demand as employers seek clinicians who can support outpatient, community, and integrated care settings. These positions are competitive because they often require a master’s degree and a valid clinical license, and candidates should note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time. Before applying, confirm licensure fit and prepare examples of direct client care, crisis response, or care coordination.
