Child Behavior Specialist - LSW

Description

Welcome to Positive Leaps, where diversity, inclusion, and equity are a cornerstone of our business. As a minority woman-owned company, we are committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered.
 

Role Overview:

This role involves facilitating group therapy sessions in classroom settings with approximately 10 students per group. Sessions are typically held twice a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with opportunities to work additional days based on program needs and your availability.

This opportunity may be a great fit for LSWs looking to supplement their income or maintain a flexible schedule alongside other employment.

Schedule Options:

• Minimum commitment: 2 sessions per week on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
• Additional availability: Opportunities to work up to 5 days per week.
• Session duration: Approximately 2 hours and 31 minutes per session.
• Morning sessions: 10:00 a.m. – 12:31 p.m. Available Monday through Friday.
• Afternoon sessions: 1:00 p.m. – 3:31 p.m., potentially available based on program needs.

Compensation:

$20 per completed note (for example, $200 per session if all 10 students are present). 

Why Join Positive Leaps?

We believe in supporting both our clients and our team. When you work with us, you’ll enjoy:

• Ongoing Training & Paid CEUs – Access to professional development opportunities to grow your skills.
• Flexible Scheduling – Build a schedule that works for you and your lifestyle.
• Wellness Perks – HealthiestYou by Teladoc, Crunch Fitness discounts, and voluntary pet insurance.
• Peer Support & Collaboration – Participate in regular peer-to-peer case consultations.
• Strong Community – Small pods and a large network of clinicians for connection, quick consults, and professional growth.
• Back-Office Support – We handle administrative tasks so you can focus on client care.
• Work-Life Balance & Fulfillment – Experience the satisfaction of making a meaningful difference every day.
  

Essential Duties:

• Lead and facilitate therapeutic group sessions (2.5-hour blocks).
• Maintain a safe, structured, and positive learning environment for children.
• Implement the Positive Leaps model of care and curriculum to support clinical outcomes.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to communicate progress and coordinate care.
• Prepare and maintain accurate documentation in compliance with Ohio laws, payer requirements, and organizational policies.
• Interact with children, families, and other staff members in a professional, positive manner.
• Exhibits flexibility and adaptability in a rapidly changing therapeutic environment. 
• Demonstrate strong leadership and organizational skills in managing classroom dynamics.
• Implements treatment goals and objectives as developed by Program Coordinator.
• Collects data related to treatment goals and objectives.
• Communicates treatment progress and other relevant information to Supervisor.
• Consistently meets performance measures including competency indicators.
• Demonstrates effective classroom organization skills.
• Must be able to provide essential feedback to others including peers and Supervisors.
• Shows strong leadership skills and assists with other classroom needs as they arise.
• Must be able to work with all ages of children.
• Documentation and billing:

1. Complies with Ohio laws.
2. Complies with requirements of 3rd party payers.
3. Complies with all Positive Leaps policies and procedures for clinical documentation.
   

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in social work
• Active Social Worker License - Ohio
• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• Must be able to work with all ages of children.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a very active environment and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to pass a vigorous background check.
  

  Exposures and Risks:

• Potential or exposure to blood and body fluids.
• Works directly with physically aggressive children.
• Exposed to loud noise, such as repeated and prolonged screaming and crying.
  

Make a Difference with Positive Leaps

If you’re ready to empower children, grow professionally, and work alongside a compassionate, supportive team, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and learn more about our mission: www.positiveleaps.org

Mindfully Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and internship. Mindfully Behavioral Health makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. Furthermore, the Company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.