Behavioral Health Counselor, First Responder | Mobile Crisis Team Location: Kettering, OH Job Type: Full-time Schedule: Monday-Friday, choose 8:00am-4:30pm or 11:30am-8:00pm, your choice! Pay: $70,000 About Us DeCoach Recovery is a leading addiction treatment center providing comprehensive, compassionate care to individuals living with substance use disorders. We offer evidence-based treatments and therapies tailored to each patient’s unique needs, with a focus on long-term recovery and wellness. The Opportunity We are seeking a licensed Behavioral Health Counselor to join our Mobile Crisis Team in Kettering as a first responder. In this role, you will meet individuals in crisis where they are, providing immediate assessment, de-escalation, and solution-focused support. You will work alongside a collaborative, multidisciplinary team to help clients overcome barriers, stay safe, and connect to the right level of care. Your work will directly save lives and strengthen our community. Responsibilities • Respond to community-based behavioral health crises, providing on-site crisis intervention, risk assessment, and stabilization • Conduct clinical assessments and develop individualized safety and treatment plans using evidence-based, solution-focused practices • Provide short-term individual counseling using a strengths-based, person-centered approach • Coordinate referrals, linkage, and follow-up care with community partners and appropriate resources to ensure client safety and continuity of care • Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, case managers, and other team members • Participate actively in team meetings, case consultations, and clinical supervision • Deliver culturally competent, inclusive care to clients from diverse backgrounds and advocate for their needs • Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation, including progress notes and treatment plans, in line with professional standards and agency policy • Pursue ongoing professional development and stay current with best practices in behavioral health Qualifications Required • Active Ohio LPC or LSW license in good standing • Degree in counseling, social work, or a related field • Active Ohio driver’s license with a clean driving record • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build rapport quickly with clients from diverse backgrounds • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, seeking supervision and consultation when needed • Strong organizational skills, including managing a caseload and meeting documentation deadlines • Ability to remain calm, professional, and ethical in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment with changing priorities Preferred • Prior experience in crisis intervention, mobile crisis, or emergency behavioral health services Benefits • 401(k) with company match • Medical, dental, and vision insurance • Company-sponsored life insurance • Paid time off • Retirement plan • Professional development assistance • Tuition reimbursement • STAR-eligible facilities Join Our Team If you are ready to make a meaningful difference during people’s most difficult moments, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and help us break down barriers to care and promote mental health and well-being in our community.