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Bellefaire JCB

Child behavioral health, education, prevention services

Integrated Co-Occurring Treatment Therapist

Full-TimePosted on 10/22/2026
$60k/yr+ 403(b) employer match
Mid
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD
Lorain, OH, USA
In Person
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryMental & Behavioral Health

About the job

Requirements
  • A Bachelor's degree in Social Work is required; a Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling, or a doctoral degree in Psychology, is preferred.
  • A valid Ohio LSW, LPC, LMFT, or Psychology license is required.
  • Sensitivity in relating to people from varying backgrounds and the ability to work with diverse groups with different strengths, aptitudes, and abilities.
  • Ability to perform job responsibilities with initiative and independent judgment.
  • Oral and written communication skills and effective interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in using agency computer systems and software to perform essential job functions.
  • Culturally competent knowledge of diagnostic assessment, treatment planning, family systems, methods in family therapy and group therapy, and child and adolescent psychotherapy.
  • A valid driver's license, a driving record meeting the agency insurer's underwriting criteria, and reliable personal transportation are required.
Responsibilities
  • Provide professional clinical services, including assessments, treatment planning, individual and family therapy, case management, crisis work, and aftercare planning.
  • Collaborate with other treatment-team members regarding treatment planning, progress, and ongoing needs in a timely and consistent manner.
  • Contribute to the development and maintenance of clinical records by completing assigned documentation in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards.
  • Maintain an assigned full caseload and meet the department's weekly productivity target.
  • Maintain a flexible work schedule that includes some evenings.
  • Provide on-call coverage to families as needed during the week and on a rotational weekend basis.
  • Transport clients as needed for case management or other essential job duties.
  • Attend scheduled staff meetings, supervision, consultations, and ongoing training.
  • Keep required training, certifications, and licensure current in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards.
  • Protect client privacy and confidential information, handling client-related documents according to agency guidelines.
  • Adhere to high standards of ethical and professional conduct and agency policies and procedures.
  • Provide backup support to other staff members as directed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Desired Qualifications
  • Demonstrated clinical experience in chemical dependency treatment is strongly preferred.
  • Experience with children, adolescents, and families is preferred.
  • Knowledge of the Juvenile Justice System and/or Youth Mental Health System is preferred.

About the company

Bellefaire JCB provides behavioral health, education, and prevention services for children, adolescents and families. It delivers care through outpatient, school-based, residential, crisis stabilization, foster care, adoption, and prevention programs, including centers like the Monarch Center for Autism, serving about 43,000 youth each year. As one of the nation’s largest and most experienced child-service agencies dating back to 1868, it offers a broad range of services and partnerships that support families in multiple settings. Its goal is to help children, adolescents and their families build resiliency, dignity and self-sufficiency.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Shaker Heights, Ohio

Founded

1868

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What believers are saying

  • March 2025 Bellefaire won a $522,000 Begun Foundation grant for youth violence prevention.
  • June 2026 website says Bellefaire helps roughly 25,000 families through more than 25 programs.
  • Treating foster care, residential stabilization, and school counseling creates diversified demand across Ohio counties.

What critics are saying

  • Since October 2025, SEIU 1199 disputes Bellefaire's union recognition and religious-exemption claim.
  • October 2025 expired contract risks staffing instability across 300 workers and Lorain operations.
  • If courts reject the exemption, management faces bargaining, back-pay exposure, and reputational damage.

What makes Bellefaire JCB unique

  • Bellefaire JCB serves 25,000+ children yearly across 25+ programs in Cleveland, Ohio.
  • Its Begun Center, funded in 2024, targets youth violence with social-skills and conflict-resolution training.
  • April 2026 rebranded Jewish Youth Mentoring after disaffiliating from BBBSA, tightening mission alignment.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Wellness Program
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Parental Leave
  • Fertility Treatment Support
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance

Company News

Cleveland Jewish News
Mar 4th, 2025
Bellefaire JCB receives $522K grant to fight youth violence

The Semi J. and Ruth W. Begun Foundation, a supporting foundation of the Jewish Federation of Cleveland, recently awarded a $522,000 grant to Bellefaire JCB to create the Begun Center for Youth and Family Resiliency, which aims to reduce youth violence through social skills education and conflict resolution training, according to a news release.

Lakewood City Schools
Jan 24th, 2022
Strengthening Families Series Sign Up

Lakewood City Schools has partnered with Ohio Guidestone, Bellefaire JCB, and the Cleveland Clinic to offer a series of virtual sessions designed to help empower parents/guardians to tackle issues that many families face whether as parents or as a family unit.