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Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Provide mental health therapy and clinical guidance within a structured mentorship program for Medicaid-eligible boys ages 14–16 in Columbus, Ohio.

Columbus, OhioPart-time · Mon–Fri · 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Position overview

We are seeking a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker to provide essential mental health therapy and clinical guidance within our structured mentorship program. The ideal candidate will be a trusted professional committed to the long-term growth of our young men, integrating evidence-based clinical practices with our mission of building resilience, character, and purpose.

This role is central to ROOTED's whole-person approach. As our LCSW, you will ensure that every mentee has access to safe, professional therapeutic support in a setting that honors both clinical excellence and genuine care.

Key responsibilities

  • Provide individual therapy sessions and diagnostic support to mentees.
  • Help young men navigate behavioral and emotional challenges in a safe, therapeutic environment.
  • Collaborate with mentorship staff and partner organizations to align clinical interventions with each participant's developmental goals.
  • Integrate evidence-based practices with ROOTED's mission of building resilience, character, and purpose.
  • Maintain professional documentation and clinical standards in a part-time, after-school setting.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Licensure

Active Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credential in the state of Ohio.

Education

Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program.

Experience

Proven clinical practice with a focus on youth mental health, adolescent behavioral development, or trauma-informed care.

Professional alignment

Ability to operate within a whole-person framework emphasizing trust, accountability, and clinical excellence.

Schedule:Consistent part-time schedule of Monday through Friday, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Apply now

Join the ROOTED team.

Submit your information and we'll follow up to discuss the role, your credentials, and next steps.

Prefer email? Send your resume and cover letter to hello@rootedmentors.com.

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This is a preliminary application. We may request additional documents, references, and verification during the interview process.