THERAPIST (LPC, LPCC, LSW, LISW) in Defiance, Ohio at RFS Charitable Foundation

Every day, children walk into school carrying challenges they shouldn't have to face alone—anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, family instability, behavioral concerns, and overwhelming stress.

At RFS Behavioral Health, we believe no child should have to wait months for mental health support. That's why our therapists meet students where they are—in their schools, homes, and communities—providing timely, compassionate care that helps them succeed academically, emotionally, and socially. Our T.A.C.K.L.E. program is one of the most utilized school-based behavioral health programs in Northwest Ohio, built on real-time intervention, collaboration, and a commitment to removing barriers to care.

We're growing in Defiance and are looking for a compassionate, dedicated therapist who is passionate about making a lasting impact in the lives of children and families.

As a Mental Health Therapist with RFS Behavioral Health, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Provide individual, family, and group counseling services
• Support children and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, behavioral concerns, and other mental health challenges
• Develop individualized treatment plans focused on meaningful outcomes
• Collaborate with families, educators, medical providers, and community partners
• Connect families with valuable community resources
• Provide crisis intervention and ongoing therapeutic support
• Help students build resilience, confidence, healthy coping skills, and emotional well-being

Every session is an opportunity to help a child discover hope, confidence, and a brighter future.

We know that exceptional care begins with exceptional support for our team.

That's why we offer:

✅ Competitive Compensation

✅ Flexible Scheduling

✅ Approximately 6 Weeks of Paid Time Off Annually Through Wellness Hours & Paid Holidays

✅ Comprehensive Benefits Including Health Insurance, Employer-Paid Dental, Vision & Life Insurance

✅ Clinical Collaboration and Supportive Leadership

✅ Opportunities for Professional Growth and Advancement

✅ A Mission-Driven Culture Focused on Children and Families

Working in Defiance means becoming part of a close-knit community where your work has a visible and lasting impact. You'll build meaningful relationships with students, families, educators, and community partners while helping improve access to behavioral healthcare for local youth. RFS serves children throughout Northwest Ohio through school-based and outpatient behavioral health programs, including services from our Defiance office.

• Current Ohio LPC, LPCC, LSW, or LISW license (or license-eligible)
• Passion for working with children, adolescents, and families
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with schools, families, and multidisciplinary teams
• Commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality behavioral healthcare

At RFS Behavioral Health, you're more than a therapist.

You're the person who helps a student believe in themselves again.

You're the calm during a family's most difficult moments.

You're the advocate who ensures children receive the support they deserve.

If you're looking for a career where your work matters, your voice is valued, and your impact is seen every day, we'd love to meet you.