Behavioral Health Careers at OhioGuidestone
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 2026! Ready to make an impact right out of school? Start your career with OhioGuidestone in one of four behavioral health opportunities we are offering for 2026 graduates of Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or other social science related programs. Who we are OhioGuidestone serves 26,000+ Ohioans yearly with mental health, substance use, and whole-person care—both in-person and via telehealth. Why join us?
- Hands-on experience from day one
- OhioGuidestone longevity and proven career development (160 years and growing!)
- Hourly pay + MONTHLY bonus potential, Free CEUs, Employee Assistance Program and more!
- Make a real impact in your community
- Flexible schedules (PT & FT available)
Locations Roles for new grads in the Greater Cleveland/Akron area! These are community-based roles. Roles Available for 2026 Graduates of Social Work, Psychology or related fields
- Therapist/Counselor (Bachelors of social work required + active LSW, LISW, LPC, etc.). Licensed grads provide community-based mental health counseling to adults and/or youth across specialties like school-based, in-home, family, substance use, ACT, and limited office settings. Hourly rate + monthly bonus eligible!
- Behavioral Health Specialist. (Bachelors in social work, psychology or related field required). Pre-licensure or non-licensed role supporting clients and caseloads; ideal entry point for psychology or social science grads who need hands-on experience. Hourly rate + monthly bonus eligible!
- Care Coordinator. (Minimum some college/associates/bachelors preferred + 1 to 3 years of related social service experience required.). Connect clients to resources and build support networks in community-based settings; ideal for experienced social service professionals.
- Youth Care Specialist (minimum GED/some college preferred + 6 months of youth care or related experience). Role is onsite in Berea OH working directly with youth facing behavioral or trauma challenges, providing daily support, guidance, and structure in a hands-on residential-based care setting. Impactful role requiring patience, ability to motivate others, resilience and mentoring skills.
Other Requirements: Ready? Apply now. Our recruiters will match you to the right opportunity and be in touch shortly. Working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee while performing the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. At OhioGuidestone we care about the health and safety of our employees. OhioGuidestone requires applicants to complete a pre-employment screening process upon receipt of an offer of employment. We require and cover the cost of a fingerprint background screening, physical, Tuberculosis test, and drug screen after an employment offer is made. Any employment offer is contingent upon receipt of all satisfactory pre-employment screenings. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job