Behavioral Health Counselor (LSW or LPC required)

Job Description

Job Description

Behavioral Health Counselor | Cincinnati, OH

Location: Cincinnati, OH
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm

About Us

DeCoach Recovery is a leading addiction treatment center dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate care to individuals living with substance use disorders. We offer evidence-based treatments and therapies tailored to each patient’s unique needs, with a focus on long-term recovery and lasting wellness.

The Opportunity

We are hiring a licensed Behavioral Health Counselor to join our collaborative team in Cincinnati. You will provide therapeutic services to individuals facing behavioral health challenges, helping them overcome barriers, build on their strengths, and move toward lasting well-being. This is a role where your work makes a real difference, and where you will be supported by a multidisciplinary team that values your growth.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for clients with behavioral health concerns, using evidence-based, solution-focused practices
• Provide individual and group counseling using a strengths-based, person-centered approach
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and case managers, to deliver comprehensive care
• Provide crisis intervention and support to clients experiencing mental health crises, and coordinate with appropriate resources to ensure their safety and well-being
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation, including progress notes and treatment plans, in line with professional standards and agency policy
• Participate actively in team meetings, case consultations, and clinical supervision
• Provide culturally competent, inclusive care to clients from diverse backgrounds, and advocate for their needs within the organization and the community
• Pursue ongoing professional development, stay current with best practices in counseling, and seek opportunities for advancement within the organization

Qualifications

Required

• Degree in counseling, social work, chemical dependency, or a related field
• Active Ohio licensure or certification as a mental health counselor or equivalent (e.g., LPC, LPCC, LSW, LISW, LCDC II/III, LICDC)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and therapeutic relationships with clients from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment alongside colleagues from diverse professional backgrounds
• Ability to work independently and take initiative, while seeking supervision and consultation when needed
• Strong organizational skills, including managing a caseload and meeting documentation deadlines
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism and ethical conduct

Preferred

• Commitment to ongoing professional development and growth in the behavioral health field

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-sponsored life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• STAR-eligible facilities

Join Our Team

If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people facing mental health challenges, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and help us break down barriers to care and promote mental health and well-being in our community.