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Social Worker (LSW)
Francine’s Legacy
Columbus, OH, US
Onsite
2026-07-27
Announced salary
$58,240 - $70,720
Low
$39K
Median
$48K
High
$60K
Market in Columbus · BLS OEWS 2025
Estimated net pay
$3,985 - $4,757
/month · 18% withheld
after tax & contributions · Single, no dependents
Job description
Social Worker (LSW) – Children \& Adolescents Behavioral Health
Overview
Francine’s Legacy is seeking a compassionate Licensed Social Worker (LSW) to support our behavioral health programs for children and adolescents. You’ll provide trauma\-informed, recovery\-focused care for young clients facing mental health challenges, behavioral concerns, substance use, family trauma, and other social or emotional difficulties — especially in underserved communities.
This role includes working with both youth in community\-based settings and those involved in juvenile court programs, helping all children and families build resilience, improve mental health, and achieve long\-term success.
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for children and adolescents
* Provide individual and group therapy for mental health, behavioral, and substance use challenges
* Deliver supportive counseling, psychoeducation, and case management under supervision
* Provide crisis intervention for youth in residential, community, or court\-involved settings
* Maintain accurate, Medicaid\-compliant documentation
* Support families with access to housing, healthcare, and community resources
* Build trust, resilience, and empowerment in children and adolescents from diverse backgrounds
* Participate in treatment team meetings, audits, and quality improvement initiatives
* Use motivational interviewing and trauma\-informed approaches tailored to youth
* Uphold ethical social work standards and participate in ongoing professional development
Required Skills \& Qualifications
* Active Ohio LSW license in good standing
* Experience working with children, adolescents, and families in behavioral health
* Skilled in individual and group therapy for youth
* Knowledge of juvenile court programs, Medicaid billing, OhioMHAS regulations, and local resources (preferred but not required)
* Strong documentation skills (DAP/SOAP notes, treatment planning