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Make an Impact for Life

You can help a child struggling with behavioral health issues. Whether you prefer outpatient, in-home, school-based, telehealth, or another setting, your expertise and caring can change the life of a child. CG&FS offers specialty programs, and training for you, in areas including:

  • Early Childhood Development
  • Marriage & Family Therapy
  • Zero Suicide
  • LGBTQ+ Issues
  • Sexual Behavior Problems
  • First Episode of Psychosis

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Where We Serve

Bringing counseling services to children and families is our top priority. You can meet with clients wherever they are. Our clinical offices are in downtown Akron, Barberton, Cuyahoga Falls and Twinsburg. We serve multiple school districts, pediatric practices and child care centers as well.

4 Offices

School Districts

Pediatric Offices

Child Care Centers

Client Homes

In the Community

Support, Growth & Benefits

Clinical positions offer hiring bonuses, supplemental pay and other incentives. Superhero cape available upon request.

  • Competitive salary
  • Hiring bonus paid within 30 days
  • Premium pay for community-based positions
  • Medical insurance (4 plans, including high deductible)
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Long-term disability and life insurance provided
  • 401(k) with matching contribution
  • Commitment to consistent supervision
  • Multiple specialty areas for professional development
  • Free, in-house CEUs
  • Sand tray therapy and play therapy spaces
  • Supportive environment
  • Strong community partnerships

What Makes Our Team Special

See what our dedicated staff members have to say about life at CGFS.

“CGFS provides excellent training and support as therapists work toward independent licensure.”

“It’s such a phenomenal place! Great things are happening here.”

“I was recognized for my achievements. There’s always something new to learn.”

“I’ve had a wonderful experience at CGFS. The office is extremely welcoming and staff are wonderful.”

“I like the flexibility that comes with my work.”

“I will be forever, ever thankful for my supervisor. She has been amazing. At my office everyone felt like family and coworkers were wonderful mentors.”

About Child Guidance & Family Solutions

For more than 80 years, Child Guidance & Family Solutions has been a nationally recognized behavioral health provider for Northeast Ohio children and families. Our team includes more than 150 therapists, psychiatrists and allied health professionals who are committed to the mental health of our community, its families and its children.

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80+

Years in Operation

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150+

Therapists & Supporting Staff

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8,000+

Individuals Served

We're Committed to Helping Families

Now more than ever, children and families need help from counselors committed to making a difference. The pandemic has strained families and children in unexpected ways and coping skills aren’t working. Kids and their families are anxious, depressed and discouraged.

As a behavioral health professional, you know how much you can help kids and families heal, grow and move forward. Join our team and we will help you do the work you love while you grow professionally in a supportive, well-resourced environment.

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