Community Development Assistant Jobs in Cincinnati, OH

Position Overview

The Licensed Mental Health & Community Development Specialist is a dual-role position designed to provide high-quality therapeutic services while also strengthening community partnerships, marketing the organization, and supporting business development. This role combines clinical expertise in mental health with external-facing responsibilities such as outreach, client engagement, grant support, and marketing communications.

The ideal candidate is both a compassionate clinician and a proactive relationship-builder, able to balance direct service with external engagement to advance the mission of Butterfly Support Services.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Services

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based treatment modalities (CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care, etc.).
• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and diagnose using DSM-5 criteria.
• Develop, monitor, and update individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients and families.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation, including session notes, progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries.
• Respond to client crises, complete risk assessments, and develop safety plans when needed.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, case managers, social workers, and other professionals to ensure holistic, coordinated care.
• Provide psychoeducation to clients and families to support long-term wellness and service engagement.
• Ensure compliance with ethical standards, CARF/state regulations, and Medicaid billing requirements.
• Track and report client outcomes and progress to support quality improvement efforts.
• Review progress notes

Community Engagement & Partnerships

• Build and sustain strong partnerships with schools, healthcare providers, faith-based organizations, and community agencies.
• Represent the organization at resource fairs, school events, community meetings, and conferences.
• Develop and implement outreach strategies to recruit and retain clients.
• Serve as the primary liaison for assigned partner agencies, ensuring clear communication and effective collaboration.
• Identify community needs and recommend new service opportunities or program enhancements.
• Lead presentations, workshops, and training sessions for partners, parents, and community stakeholders.
• Support referral pipeline management, ensuring referrals are tracked, followed up, and converted to active clients.

Marketing & Communications

• Develop and execute marketing strategies to promote the organization's services and mission.
• Create and manage content for newsletters, press releases, brochures, and social media platforms.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align messaging, branding, and outreach campaigns.
• Support the development of culturally competent marketing materials that are accessible to diverse communities.
• Monitor marketing metrics and outreach engagement to evaluate campaign effectiveness.
• Represent the organization professionally in media, public speaking engagements, and community events.

Grant Writing, Fundraising & Resource Development

• Assist with researching, drafting, and submitting grant proposals, letters of intent, and funding requests.
• Track grant deadlines, reporting requirements, and assist in compiling required data.
• Support donor relations and fundraising campaigns by providing program data and success stories.
• Develop culturally competent and accessible client resources (guides, brochures, presentations).
• Maintain an updated database of referral sources and community partners.
• Collect and analyze outreach, referral, and engagement data for leadership reports.
• Identify and recommend opportunities for new contracts, MOUs, or expansion of services.

Organizational Support

• Actively participate in staff meetings, clinical supervision, and professional development opportunities.
• Provide input on program development, service gaps, and process improvements.
• Support compliance efforts by adhering to agency, state, and federal documentation and reporting requirements.
• Serve as an ambassador of the organization, upholding its mission, vision, and values in all interactions.
• Assist with onboarding new staff or interns by sharing community resources, documentation practices, and agency culture.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director.

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marketing, or a related field.
• Active state licensure as LSW, LPC, LMFT, or higher
• Minimum 2-3 years of clinical experience in therapy, assessments, and treatment planning.
• Strong knowledge of behavioral health systems, DSM-5 diagnoses, and evidence-based interventions.
• Demonstrated experience with marketing, communications, or community outreach preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and report writing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and EHR systems.
• Passion for mental health advocacy, community engagement, and organizational growth.

Core Competencies

• Clinical Excellence & Compassion
• Strategic Relationship Building
• Marketing & Brand Awareness
• Communication & Presentation Skills
• Time Management & Adaptability
• Initiative & Problem Solving
• Cultural Competence

Work Environment

This role requires balancing direct clinical services with community-facing and marketing responsibilities. Some evenings and weekends will be required for events, outreach, and client needs.