Community Based Mental Health Pediatric Therapist (Cuyahoga County)

Job Description

Job Description

Description : Position Summary

Envision your future with InspireKids, where you'll join a family-oriented team making a meaningful impact on children’s lives every day!

We are hiring a Community Based Therapist to work one-on-one with behaviorally challenged children (ages 4–12) in our center and schools.

Who are we : InspireKids is a Pediatric Behavioral Health organization in Cleveland, Ohio. We welcome children aged 4 to 12 who encounter difficulties such as irregular behaviors, motor skills challenges, and limited communication, leading to frustration. We offer Day Treatment and After-School IOP programs in our state-of-the-art Mental and Behavioral Health center, along with community-based services to ensure comprehensive care.

Our Therapist at InspireKids provides direct clinical services to patients through individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based treatment modalities. Works collaboratively with the treatment team to develop and implement individualized treatment plans that support patient recovery, emotional well-being, and long-term success. When you join us, you'll play a vital role in supporting children's mental health and well-being every day, facing the challenges and celebrating the successes that come with this important responsibility. But you'll never be alone. You'll be part of a community of dedicated and passionate individuals who share your commitment to helping kids reach their highest potential.

Our staff brings warmth, patience, and understanding to the clinic every day, encouraging children to grow. They inspire children to be lifelong learners using our behavioral therapies that promote social, physical, verbal, and cognitive development. Our staff are committed to making their center successful and know that creating meaningful relationships with children and families, and their team, plays a crucial role in that success.

Requirements :

Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Therapy & Patient Care

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based practices tailored to children ages 4-12.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments, including biopsychosocial evaluations, CANS assessments, risk assessments, and treatment planning.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Utilize play therapy, trauma-informed care, and other age-appropriate interventions to support emotional and behavioral development.
• Engage parents and caregivers in treatment planning, psychoeducation, and behavioral strategies for home support.
• Provide in-home therapy services for children and families as part of programming, ensuring a seamless transition between home and clinic-based care.
• Facilitate social-emotional skill-building groups, behavioral interventions, and structured activities within treatment settings.
• Monitor patient progress, adjust treatment interventions as needed, and ensure continuity of care.

Crisis Intervention & Safety

Collaboration & Teamwork

Documentation & Compliance

Program Development & Quality Improvement

Education : Graduation from an accredited college or university with the minimum degree required relevant to licensure.

Experience : A minimum of 2 years of mental health experience.

Licensure : Candidates must hold or be eligible for licensure under supervision in one of the following : LPC, LPCC, LSW, LISW, MFT, IMFT, CT, SWT, MFTT, or a similar credential.

Job Qualifications

Clinical Competencies

Compensation and Benefits :

Schedule : Monday to Friday

Work Location : In Person

Application Process : Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references through the hiring portal. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and supportive workplace, InspireKids requires all applicants to complete a pre-employment screening process upon receiving an offer of employment.

We cover the cost of fingerprint background checks and drug screenings, which are required after an employment offer is made. Please note that all employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of these pre-employment screenings.

Equal Opportunity Employer : InspireKids is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

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