School-Based Licensed Social Worker / Counselor
Directions for Youth & Families · Columbus, Ohio · Posted Jun 22, 2026 · $45,000 to $55,000 a year
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Position:School-Based Licensed Social Worker/Counselor
Location: 1515 Indianola Ave
Columbus, OH
Job Id:204
# of Openings:2
Make a Difference Every Day
- Are you passionate about helping children and families?
- Do you want to make a real impact in your community?
- Is a workplace that values social justice and employee wellbeing important to you?
Join Directions for Youth & Families (DFYF) — a team that is inspiring hope, strengthening families, and restoring communities!
About Directions for Youth & Families
Directions for Youth & Families offers community-based mental health and prevention services using a resiliency-oriented, trauma-informed framework.
Our programs span Treatment, Prevention, and Education, including specialized mental health counseling, kindergarten readiness, and after-school and summer programming. We proudly serve over 8,500 youth, adults, and families each year — all driven by our mission to build and inspire hope, healing, and resilience through counseling and education.
At DFYF, people are at the center of everything we do. We know that to care for our clients, we must first care for our employees. That’s why we invest deeply in staff wellness, professional development, and a healthy, supportive workplace culture.
Position Summary
As a School-Based Licensed Social Worker or Counselor, you will provide clinical assessment, mental health counseling, case management, and care coordination to students within your assigned school. You will collaborate with school staff, parents, and community partners to support students’ emotional wellbeing and academic success.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide individual counseling sessions to address mental health and emotional needs.
- Collaborate with school staff, parents, and community resources to support student wellbeing.
- Conduct clinical assessments, document findings, and develop treatment goals.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
- Participate in supervision and ongoing professional development.
Qualifications
- Education: Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling, or Bachelor’s in Social Work with LSW.
- Licensure: Current Ohio LSW, LISW, LPC, or LPCC.
- Preferred: Experience working with youth in a school-based setting.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Self-motivated, flexible, and collaborative.
- Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
If you are passionate about helping youth reach their full potential, we encourage you to apply today!
We care about your health, happiness, and growth - and it shows!
We offer:
- ✅ Free healthcare with $0 deductibles
- ✅ Ranked #1 for Workplace Wellbeing
- ✅ Monthly, quarterly, and longevity bonuses
- ✅ Free supervision toward independent licensure
- ✅ Licensure reimbursement & OSU College of Social Work fee waivers
- ✅ Free CEUs, trainings, and test prep courses
- ✅ Relaxation room, self-care, and DEI initiatives
- ✅ 403(b) with employer contribution
- ✅ Generous PTO (up to 160 hours first year) + 10 paid holidays
- ✅ Fun, healthy, and supportive culture
Our Mission
To build and inspire hope, healing, and resilience for youth, families, and communities through counseling and education.
Our Vision
Building healthy individuals, strong families, and safe communities through innovative treatment and prevention services.
Our Values