About the role
Description
Appleseed Community Mental Health Center, Inc. – Ashland, OH
$64,000 – $75,000 annually (based on education and experience)
Leadership opportunity | PSLF eligible | PTO (32+ days annually)
Lead a team. Strengthen a program. Change lives.
At Appleseed Community Mental Health Center, we believe exceptional leadership creates exceptional client care. We're looking for an experienced
LISW-S, LPCC-S,
or
IFMT-S
who is passionate about developing clinicians, improving behavioral health services, and helping individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders achieve lasting recovery.
This role combines clinical leadership, program development, community collaboration, and a small amount of direct client care. You'll have the opportunity to mentor staff, oversee grant-funded initiatives, strengthen community partnerships, and help shape the future of our growing Co-Occurring Services program.
If you're ready to move beyond carrying a full caseload and into a position where you can make an even greater impact through leadership, we'd love to meet you.
Why you'll love working at Appleseed
Supportive executive leadership that values innovation
Opportunity to shape and grow an established co-occurring program
Collaborative multidisciplinary team
Meaningful leadership role with direct community impact
Opportunities for continued professional growth
What You'll Do
Clinical Leadership
Provide clinical and administrative supervision to counselors, case managers, peer staff, and support personnel
Mentor and develop staff through supervision, coaching, and performance management
Review clinical documentation to ensure quality, compliance, and best practices
Participate in hiring, onboarding, training, and staff evaluations
Maintain a small direct client caseload (approximately 10%)
Program Management
Oversee the daily operations of the Co-Occurring Services program
Manage grant-funded initiatives, program outcomes, reporting, and quality improvement efforts
Support implementation of evidence-based practices and continuous program development
Community Partnerships
Collaborate with courts, schools, healthcare providers, law enforcement, Children's Services, and other community partners to improve client outcomes
Represent Appleseed on community coalitions, committees, and outreach initiatives
Support community education, prevention efforts, and recovery-focused programming
Staff & Program Development
Lead Co-Occurring team meetings and promote a collaborative team culture
Identify service gaps and implement improvements to strengthen program effectiveness
Support ongoing staff education and the delivery of trauma-informed, person-centered care
What we're looking for
Strong leadership and supervisory skills
Experience working with individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
Knowledge of Medicaid, clinical documentation, and behavioral health regulations
Experience with quality improvement and program development
Ability to manage multiple priorities while supporting staff success
Required Qualifications
LISW-S, LPCC-S, or IFMT-S
LICDC credential or demonstrated experience providing treatment to individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
Minimum five years of behavioral health experience
Supervisory or leadership experience preferred
Valid Ohio driver's license
Reliable transportation and current automobile insurance
Ability to travel locally throughout Ashland County
Benefits & Perks
Competitive salary Medical, dental, and vision coverage 403(b) retirement plan with employer match Paid time off (32+ days annually):
Minimum 2 weeks vacation
6 self-care days
8 sick days
8 paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program & wellness app Continuing education & professional development funding In-house pharmacy access Mileage reimbursement Cell phone stipend Pet insurance Annual performance-based salary increases Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
Join a team that values both the work and the people doing it
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Appleseed Community Mental Health Center, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs. We are a drug-free workplace, including marijuana. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check, driving record review, and pre-employment drug screening.