Mental Health Clinician/Therapist

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI), is a leading not-for-profit organization providing healing, justice and wholeness to people and communities. For over 150 years, LSSI has made a difference in the lives of children and families, and we're still a strong, viable presence in the State of Illinois, continuing that commitment to making a difference.

LSSI is hiring a full-time Mental Health Clinician Therapist. Provide 1:1 therapy to Williams, Colbert, CST, and other Adult Case Management clients in need of individual sessions to address symptoms of SMI, trauma, and to develop coping mechanisms in a home or community-based setting.

Benefits and Perks:
LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you’re helping make a positive difference in the lives of others, as well as these career advantages:

• On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
•       Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience and licensure.
•       Salary $55,000-$58,000/Annually.
•      Opportunity for advancement.
•      Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
•      The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrate knowledge of DSM-V diagnostic criteria, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and other useful evidence based practices.
• Provide individual and group therapy to adults with SMI in the home and in community-based settings.
• Participate in weekly supervision and staff meetings and aid in staff development around clinical issues and their practice implications.
• Ensure all documentation is completed in a timely manner and meets Rule 140/132 and/or MCO requirements.
• Transportation of clients and community visits are required. Services will be provided in multiple locations.
• Comply with documentation and productivity standards.
• Adherence to ethical standards of treatment according to NASW Code of Ethics.

 Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s preferred.
• 2-3 years of experience working with and providing therapy to a Mental Health and/or substance use population is preferred.
• LSW/LPC, LCSW/LCPC preferred.
• Familiarity with accreditation and licensure standards.
• Proficiency in EHR documentation and review.
• Excellent communication, organization, presentation and pc/computer skills (including proficiency with Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) along with other related software.
• Access to reliable transportation is required.  
• Valid Driver’s License in good standing for the state of residency and insurance.
• Valid Illinois statutory and liability insurance coverage is required.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, any other characteristic protected by law.