Rooted in Community

RPC is proud to serve Muskingum County and the surrounding region.

We believe meaningful mental health care extends beyond our office — it grows through partnership, collaboration, and shared impact.

What Community Means to Us

Community involvement isn’t an afterthought — it’s part of our responsibility. We believe mental health care is strongest when providers, agencies, churches, schools, and local leaders work together. Our team is actively engaged in partnerships that strengthen systems, reduce fragmentation, and improve outcomes for the individuals and families we serve.

Strategic Partnerships & Referral Networks

We have partnered with North Terrace since 2017 to provide accessible, values-grounded counseling services to individuals and families in our community.

We partner with Adult and Child Protective Services to provide Case Management and Supervised Visitation services that promote safety, stability, and coordinated support for families.

RPC provides Case Management services and administers CANS assessments as certified facilitators, supporting coordinated care for children and families with high-acuity behavioral health needs.

Leadership & Community Health Initiatives

Muskingum County Community Health Assessment (2026–2028)

RPC is honored to serve as the lead agency for Behavioral Health priorities within the Muskingum County Community Health Assessment and Community Health Improvement Plan in partnership with the Health Department. This leadership role allows us to help shape county-wide strategy around mental health access, prevention, and system improvement.

Overdose & Suicide Fatality Review Board

RPC serves on the Muskingum County Overdose Fatality Review (OFR) and Suicide Fatality Review (SFR) Board, acting as a liaison between the review board, the Healthier Muskingum Network, and the Muskingum County Suicide Coalition. Through this work, we contribute to data-informed prevention efforts and cross-sector collaboration aimed at reducing preventable deaths in our community.

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Coalitions & Community Engagement

RPC actively participates in community networks that promote collective impact and shared responsibility for health and well-being, including:

  • The Council on Community Resources in Muskingum Co. is a voluntary, non-profit association of public and private sector members dedicated to improving life within the county.

    They focus on community networking, identifying local needs, reducing duplication of services, and fostering collaboration among organizations to enhance available resources

  • FCFC is a local, state-mandated partnership in Ohio that streamlines and coordinates services for children and families, specifically focusing on those with complex, multi-system needs.

    It operates under the Ohio Family and Children First initiative to build community capacity, engage families, and connect them with resources.

  • HMCN, established in 2011 by the Zanesville-Muskingum County Health Department, is a collaborative partnership of over 70 local agencies aiming to improve community health outcomes.

    The network focuses on addressing social determinants of health—such as safety, education, employment, and housing—to make Muskingum County a healthier place to live, work, and play.

  • The Muskingum County Collective Impact Initiative is a collaborative, data-driven framework that unites local organizations, health departments, and community members to address complex, systemic issues—primarily the opioid epidemic, mental health, and social determinants of health.

    It aims to reduce overdose deaths, increase recovery support, and improve overall community health through shared, strategic action.

  • The Muskingum County Suicide Prevention Coalition is a community-based partnership in Ohio dedicated to reducing suicide risk, enhancing awareness, and providing support resources.

    Comprised of mental health professionals, schools, law enforcement, and local residents, they promote prevention strategies, offer training, and support those impacted by suicide.

Education & Workforce Development

Lasting change requires strong professionals. At RPC, we actively invest in training, mentoring, and supporting emerging clinicians so our community continues to have access to skilled, mission-aligned behavioral health providers.

  • We launched our Graduate Internship Program to provide structured, high-quality training for master’s-level counseling students.

    Trainees receive intentional supervision, hands-on clinical experience, and professional development designed to prepare them for competent, ethical practice.

  • Our Undergraduate Internship Program introduces students to the behavioral health field through experiential learning, mentorship, and exposure to coordinated care systems. This early pipeline development supports workforce sustainability and professional readiness.

    This program also satisfies the requirements for BSW degrees and LSW licensure.

  • The National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program offers tax-free student loan debt assistance to licensed behavioral health clinicians in exchange for a two-year service commitment at approved sites in high-need, underserved, or rural areas.

    Participants can receive up to $50,000 for full-time service, with options for part-time service as well.

Why This Matters

When your provider is embedded in the community, your care becomes more coordinated and informed. Our partnerships allow us to collaborate across systems, advocate effectively, and ensure individuals and families receive support that extends beyond the therapy room.

We are committed not only to serving clients — but to strengthening the systems that serve them.