Licensed Social Worker or Counselor

We are seeking a Licensed Social Worker or Counselor!

Fairfield Community Health Center, Lancaster, Ohio

Join our Team!

Fairfield Community Health Center's (FCHC) goal is high-quality, better care for our patients. We have been recognized as a Level 3 Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) by the National Committee for Quality Assurance for all our family practice offices. PCMH means we offer a team approach, with the patient as the team's most important member. FCHC offers improved access to care with extended hours, as well as same-day and next-day appointments. We work with specialists and hospitals to coordinate care, ensuring that the entire healthcare team works together to provide the best possible health for our patients.

The salary range for this position is $47,609.67 to $71,675.95 per year based on experience.

• Dependently Licensed: $22.29/hr. - $26.82 and is hourly non-exempt.
• Dependently Licensed, Seeking Independent Licensure: $24.93/hr. - $29.20 and is hourly non-exempt.
• Independently Licensed: $61,174.73-$71,675.95 and is salary exempt.

Position Summary

The Licensed Social Worker or Counselor position provides direct behavioral health services to individuals and families with multiple needs, including biopsychosocial assessments, provisional diagnoses, and therapeutic interventions under supervision. The role is responsible for developing trauma-informed, strength-based treatment plans, maintaining Medicaid-compliant documentation, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care. The position requires active participation in supervision, ongoing training, and adherence to professional and ethical standards. Candidates must hold an active LSW or LPC license and possess strong communication and organizational skills. Services may be delivered in office, school, community, or telehealth settings, with occasional travel and flexible hours based on client and program needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and formulate provisional diagnoses under supervision
• Provide therapeutic and supportive interventions within scope of licensure and supervision
• Develop and update treatment plans using trauma-informed, strengths-based principles
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure continuity of care
• Maintain timely, accurate, Medicaid-compliant documentation
• Participate in clinical supervision, case reviews, interdisciplinary meetings, and required training
• Practice professionally and ethically in accordance with the Code of Ethics
• Meet productivity and quality expectations
• Provide services in office, school, community, or telehealth settings; travel may be required based on program assignment.
• Travel within designated service area
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High school degree or GED equivalent is required
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field is required
• Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling or related field is preferred
• Licensed and active in the state of Ohio as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) is required
• Experience with multi-need individuals and families.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written is required
• Excellent organizational skills are required
• Trauma-informed engagement skills are required
• Knowledge of community resources and behavioral health systems is preferred
• Ability to bill Medicaid without restrictions is required
• A valid driver's license and the ability to operate a motor vehicle are required
• An appropriate level of auto insurance coverage is required
• Ability to manage deadlines within a fast-paced, high-volume environment is required

Physical Requirements

• May require the ability to sit, stand, walk, and drive for extended periods.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer is required
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Enjoy a great work environment with an excellent salary, generous paid time off, and a strong benefits package.

To learn more about our organization: www.FCHC.org

OUR MISSION

To Strengthen our Community by Caring for You.

OUR VALUES

Together we RISE :

R espect

I ntegrity

S tewardship

E xcellence

This job description is intended to indicate the basic nature of the position(s) allocated to this class and examples of typical duties that may be assigned. It does not imply that all positions within this class will perform all of the duties listed, nor does it attempt to list all possible duties that may be assigned.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.