Social Worker (LSW)

Social Worker (LSW) – Children & Adolescents Behavioral Health

Overview

Francine’s Legacy is seeking a compassionate Licensed Social Worker (LSW) to support our behavioral health programs for children and adolescents. You’ll provide trauma-informed, recovery-focused care for young clients facing mental health challenges, behavioral concerns, substance use, family trauma, and other social or emotional difficulties — especially in underserved communities.

This role includes working with both youth in community-based settings and those involved in juvenile court programs, helping all children and families build resilience, improve mental health, and achieve long-term success.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for children and adolescents
• Provide individual and group therapy for mental health, behavioral, and substance use challenges
• Deliver supportive counseling, psychoeducation, and case management under supervision
• Provide crisis intervention for youth in residential, community, or court-involved settings
• Maintain accurate, Medicaid-compliant documentation
• Support families with access to housing, healthcare, and community resources
• Build trust, resilience, and empowerment in children and adolescents from diverse backgrounds
• Participate in treatment team meetings, audits, and quality improvement initiatives
• Use motivational interviewing and trauma-informed approaches tailored to youth
• Uphold ethical social work standards and participate in ongoing professional development

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Active Ohio LSW license in good standing
• Experience working with children, adolescents, and families in behavioral health
• Skilled in individual and group therapy for youth
• Knowledge of juvenile court programs, Medicaid billing, OhioMHAS regulations, and local resources (preferred but not required)
• Strong documentation skills (DAP/SOAP notes, treatment planning)
• Crisis de-escalation and trauma-informed care experience
• Comfortable in outpatient, community-based, and residential settings
• Must pass BCI/FBI background check and maintain required trainings

Compensation & Employment Type

• Part-time (2.5-7 hours daily) to start, with the option to become full-time after a 90-day period
• $28–$34/hour (based on experience, duties, and caseload)
• Flexible schedule with required weekly note reviews, client sessions, and team meetings

Join Our Mission

Francine’s Legacy provides culturally rooted, client-centered care for children and adolescents in our community. We focus on healing, empowerment, and resilience for youth, whether in general behavioral health programs or court-involved settings. If you’re a passionate social worker ready to make a difference, apply today.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $28.00 - $34.00 per hour

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Columbus, OH 43235