Licensed Group Leader - Early Childhood
6 days ago
Cincinnati
Job Description Licensed Group Leader – Early Childhood Day Treatment Services Lead Therapeutic Groups. Build Relationships. Make a Lasting Impact. Are you a licensed behavioral health professional passionate about helping children overcome challenges and develop the skills they need to thrive? Best Point Education & Behavioral Health is seeking a Licensed Group Leader within our Early Childhood Day Treatment Services program. In this role, you’ll facilitate evidence-based group therapy, develop individualized treatment objectives, implement behavior support and crisis management strategies, and collaborate with families, schools, and treatment teams. You’ll help create a structured, trauma-informed therapeutic environment where children receive the support they need to make meaningful progress. What You’ll Do Clinical Services & Group Therapy • Plan, facilitate, document, and bill daily day treatment services., • Build and maintain positive, trusting relationships with clients., • Create a structured therapeutic group environment that promotes engagement and growth., • Develop and implement Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) and crisis management strategies., • Apply behavior modification strategies as trained., • Use CPI and de-escalation techniques during crisis situations., • Conduct diagnostic assessments to determine appropriate levels of care., • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation. Collaboration & Care Coordination • Collaborate with families, guardians, school personnel, and assigned partners to support client outcomes., • Participate in supervision, case consultations, and weekly treatment team meetings., • Maintain regular communication with schools and guardians., • Use trauma-informed, strength-based communication strategies., • Support recruitment of new group members., • Contribute to coordinated care and shared program goals. Quality Assurance & Clinical Effectiveness • Contribute to quarterly quality targets and program performance goals., • Use data to inform treatment planning, documentation, and clinical decision-making., • Maintain compliance with applicable licensure and professional standards., • Support consistent, high-quality therapeutic services and continuous improvement. Documentation & Program Operations • Complete required documentation accurately and within established timeframes., • Use Credible reports to monitor outcomes and performance., • Apply appropriate billing codes and location types., • Follow confidentiality requirements across all settings., • Ensure the group room is prepared and stocked with necessary materials. Qualifications • Active professional licensure in the State of Ohio: LSW, LPC, LISW, LPCC, MFT, IMFT, • Minimum of a bachelor’s degree; a master’s degree is preferred., • Demonstrated ability to implement behavior modification strategies as trained., • Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and standard Microsoft Office applications., • Strong communication and collaboration skills., • Ability to work effectively with children, families, school personnel, and interdisciplinary teams., • Commitment to trauma-informed, strength-based, and client-centered care., • Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including participating in required safety interventions. Compensation & Benefits • $55,000 for Bachelor Level, • $59,000 for Master Level We believe taking care of our employees is essential to taking care of our community. That's why we offer a comprehensive and affordable benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, career growth, and work-life balance. Our benefit costs are approximately 38% lower than those of other organizations our size, helping you keep more of what you earn. Health & Wellness • Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting as low as $27 per paycheck for eligible employees, • Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions up to $1,200 annually for eligible 2+ person plans, • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options, • Free preventive care and wellness programs, • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential emotional, financial, legal, and personal support, • Pet insurance options Financial Security • Competitive 403(b) retirement plan with up to 4% employer match, • Employer-paid life insurance valued at 2.5 times annual salary, up to $300,000, for eligible employees, • Short- and long-term disability coverage, • Educational loan forgiveness support and resources, • Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility Career Growth & Development • Free continuing education units (CEUs) and licensure supervision, where applicable, • Tuition reimbursement opportunities, • 10% tuition discount for online programs through the University of Cincinnati, • Leadership Academy and professional development programs at no cost, • Interest-free personal computer loan program, • Employee referral bonus opportunities, with bonuses up to $1,000 Time Away • Generous paid time off (PTO), up to 34 days off in the first year for eligible employees