Clinical Social Worker or Therapist - 3rd Shift 11:00pm-7:30am

3rd Shift Clinical Social Worker / Therapist — Glick Recovery Campus

At The Centers, meaningful work is grounded in a culture where people feel valued. As a 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces winner — recognized nationally based entirely on employee feedback — we are proud to be an organization built on trust, purpose, and care. This position plays an important role in advancing our mission and supporting the communities we serve.

We are actively recruiting Licensed Social Workers and Licensed Therapists for our 3rd shift Crisis Services team. As the overnight mental health professional on site, you will serve individuals experiencing acute behavioral health and substance use crises until they transition to ongoing community services.

Salary range $55,309.50-$78,986.50 +$4.00 Shift Premium.

Why the 3rd Shift Matters

Crisis does not keep business hours. From 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM, individuals experiencing their most vulnerable moments need a skilled, compassionate professional ready to meet them where they are. Our 3rd shift Clinical Social Workers and Therapists are that lifeline. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment and are energized by the opportunity to be the first step in someone's recovery journey — this is your calling.

Full-time, part-time, and per diem opportunities are available. Flexible scheduling details will be discussed during the interview process.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or Master's Degree in Social Work or Counseling
• Active Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in good standing in Ohio
• 2+ years of experience providing psychosocial or mental health services in behavioral health settings
• Experience in crisis intervention services
• BLS certification required at least 2 weeks prior to start date

Be the First Step in Someone's Recovery Journey

Your presence during the overnight hours ensures that no one in crisis faces the night alone. You will conduct comprehensive clinical assessments, develop individualized recovery service plans, and deliver therapeutic counseling that engages individuals in their healing journey. Your expertise will help people in crisis find hope, stability, and connection to care — at the hours they need it most.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or Master's Degree in Social Work or Counseling
• Active Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in good standing in Ohio
• 2+ years of experience providing psychosocial or mental health services in behavioral health settings
• Experience in crisis intervention services
• BLS certification required at least 2 weeks prior to start date

Skills That Set You Apart

• Strong attention to detail and clinical problem-solving abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Effective listening and thorough documentation practices
• Proven time management skills in high-acuity environments
• Comfort and confidence working independently during overnight hours

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough clinical assessments and individualized treatment planning
• Determine provisional diagnoses and obtain authorization for services
• Provide recovery-oriented individual and group counseling
• Offer family education and counseling support
• Assess needs and coordinate appropriate referrals to community resources
• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation

What We Offer

• The opportunity to be on the frontline of crisis intervention during the hours that matter most
• A collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment — even overnight, you are never truly alone
• The distinction of joining a nationally recognized Top Workplace , built on a culture of trust, purpose, and employee care
• Full-time, part-time, and per diem scheduling options to match your lifestyle
• The pride of being among the founding team of Cuyahoga County's first 24/7 behavioral health urgent care center

Work Environment

This role is based in a behavioral health facility serving individuals who may be in acute crisis and experiencing agitation or confusion. 3rd shift clinicians play a vital stabilizing role in this environment and are supported by a multidisciplinary team.

About The Centers

The Centers is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Behavioral Health Center (CBHC) in Cleveland, Ohio, with a deep commitment to providing comprehensive care for medically underserved individuals — especially those living with mental health conditions and substance use disorders.

In 2026, The Centers, in partnership with Cuyahoga County and the ADAMHS Board, will open the Glick Recovery Campus (GRC) — a behavioral health crisis center that includes a Crisis Receiving Center, the Rosary Hall Withdrawal Management Unit, and a Crisis Stabilization Unit. The GRC will serve as Cuyahoga County's first 24/7, walk-in behavioral health urgent care and stabilization center , offering people in crisis a safe, welcoming alternative to emergency rooms, jail, or the streets — while providing symptom stabilization, connection to community resources, and pathways back into the community.

Ready to Make a Difference When It Matters Most?

Join The Centers and become part of a team that is redefining how Cuyahoga County responds to behavioral health crises — around the clock, with compassion and expertise.

Apply today and be part of something historic.

The Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.