Licensed Social Worker/Professional Counselor

Make a Difference Every Day

Are you passionate about helping children and families?

Do you want to make a real impact in your community?

Is a workplace that values social justice and employee wellbeing important to you?

Join Directions for Youth & Families (DFYF) — a team that is inspiring hope, strengthening families, and restoring communities!

About Directions for Youth & Families

Directions for Youth & Families provides community-based mental health and prevention services through a resiliency-oriented, trauma-informed framework.

Our programs focus on Treatment, Prevention, and Education, offering specialized counseling, kindergarten readiness, after-school, and summer programs that meet the diverse needs of youth and families.

Each year, we serve over 8,500 youth, adults, and families, guided by our mission to build and inspire hope, healing, and resilience through counseling and education.

At DFYF, people are at the center of everything we do. We are proud to be ranked #1 in Workplace Wellbeing and to offer an environment that supports both personal and professional growth.

Position Summary

The Licensed Social Worker / Licensed Professional Counselor provides clinical assessment, mental health counseling, case management, and care coordination to youth ages 5–17 in schools, homes, and community settings.

This role is key in assessing, diagnosing, developing therapeutic goals, and implementing evidence-based interventions that reflect our trauma-informed approach.

Responsibilities

Conduct individual counseling sessions to support mental and emotional wellbeing.

Collaborate with parents, school staff, and community partners to support treatment goals.

Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.

Participate in supervision, training, and professional development.

Qualifications

Education: Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling (or Bachelor’s in Social Work with LSW).

Licensure: Current Ohio LSW, LISW, LPC, or LPCC.

Preferred Experience: Working with youth in school-based or community settings.

Skills: Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Other Requirements: Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.

If you are passionate about helping youth reach their full potential, we encourage you to apply today!

Benefits

We care about your health, happiness, and growth — and it shows!

We offer:

Free healthcare with $0 deductibles

Ranked #1 for Workplace Wellbeing

No on-call, no weekends, flexible scheduling

Free supervision toward independent licensure

Licensure reimbursement & OSU College of Social Work fee waivers

Free CEUs, monthly trainings, and test prep courses

Relaxation room and staff-led self-care & DEI initiatives

Monthly, quarterly, and longevity bonuses

403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution

Generous paid time off (up to 160 hours in first year) + 10 paid holidays

Fun, healthy, and supportive culture

Our Mission

To build and inspire hope, healing, and resilience for youth, families, and communities through counseling and education.

Our Vision

Building healthy individuals, strong families, and safe communities through innovative treatment and prevention services.

Our Values

Quality • Diversity • Accessibility • Acceptance • Collaboration • Investment in People

Job Type:

Full-time

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Flexible scheduling (no weekends, no on-call)

License/Certification:

LSW, LISW, LPC, or LPCC (Required)

Valid Driver’s License (Required)