Bilingual Licensed or IT Therapist

Lutheran-Social-Services-of-Wisconsin-and-Upper-Michigan,-Inc.; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $2000

Weekly supervision

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Lutheran Social Services of WI and Upper MI (LSS) is seeking passionate Therapists to join our Family Centered Treatment (FCT) Team. The role supports families in a home-based, trauma-informed model, with weekly supervision and full supervisor support. A $2000 sign-on bonus is offered.

The position requires fluency in Spanish and English, a Masters degree in a related field, licensure eligibility, and a willingness to travel locally across Milwaukee, Sheboygan, and Jefferson counties.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related field.
• Practicum experience related to LSS services.
• Eligibility for training or full licensure per WI DSPS requirements.
• Successful completion of a background check.

Responsibilities

• Work a flexible schedule, including some evening hours based on family needs.
• Learn and apply the FCT model, completing Level 1 Certification within 12 months with full support from your supervisor and team trainer.
• Provide direct clinical treatment aligned with FCT principles, meeting fidelity expectations (5 hours/week per family).
• Manage a small caseload of 3–5 families, depending on travel.
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation in our Electronic Health Record system.
• Collaborate with families, schools, county partners, and other systems to support treatment success.
• Participate in weekly individual and team supervision, including peer review.
• Join a rotating 24/7 caregiver coaching support system (1–2 weekends per quarter).

Skills

Fluent in Spanish

Fluent in English

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

Master’s degree in Counseling

Master’s degree in Psychology

Master’s degree in Marriage & Family Therapy

Job description

Join Us as a Bilingual Licensed or In-Training Therapist— Family Centered Treatment (FCT)

Serving Milwaukee, Sheboygan, and Jefferson counties.

Now offering a $2000 sign on bonus!

Lutheran Social Services of WI and Upper MI (LSS) is seeking passionate, committed Therapists to join our Family Centered Treatment (FCT) Team. If you’re energized by meaningful, relationship-based work and want to help families heal, stabilize, and stay together, this role offers the impact, support, and flexibility you’re looking for.

Our FCT team provides weekly individual and group supervision as part of our evidence-based model—ensuring you’re supported, growing, and never working alone.

This position requires fluency in both Spanish and English.

What is Family Centered Treatment?

Family Centered Treatment is a fully implemented, home-based, trauma-informed model designed to stabilize or reunify families. We help families identify practical solutions, strengthen relationships, and break cycles of intergenerational trauma. At the heart of our work is a simple belief: Families have incredible strengths—and we help them use them.

What You’ll Do

Work a flexible schedule, including some evening hours based on family needs.

Learn and apply the FCT model, completing Level 1 Certification within 12 months with full support from your supervisor and team trainer.

Provide direct clinical treatment aligned with FCT principles, meeting fidelity expectations (5 hours/week per family).

Manage a small caseload of 3–5 families, depending on travel.

Maintain timely, accurate documentation in our Electronic Health Record system.

Collaborate with families, schools, county partners, and other systems to support treatment success.

Participate in weekly individual and team supervision, including peer review.

Join a rotating 24/7 caregiver coaching support system (1–2 weekends per quarter).

What You Bring

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related field.

Practicum experience related to LSS services.

• Fluent in Spanish and English (required).

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Eligibility for training or full licensure per WI DSPS requirements.

Successful completion of a background check.

Why Work at LSS?

We invest in you—professionally, financially, and personally.

Financial & Professional Benefits

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible

Licensure & Exam Fee Coverage

Full reimbursement after 1 year of employment (first attempt)

Bi-annual renewals covered

Free clinical supervision for all licensure types

Robust training support, including CEU assistance

403B contributions, annual raises, mileage reimbursement

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Travel Required

Yes . Daily local throughout Milwaukee, Sheboygan, and Jefferson Counties

Qualifications

Skills

Speak Spanish

Novice

Education

Master Degree or better in Counseling or related field.

Master Degree or better in Marriage & Family Therapy or related field.

Master Degree or better in Psychology or related field.

Master Degree or better in Social Work or related field.

Licenses & Certifications

Driver's License

Lic. Mar. & Fam Ther IT

Lic. Prof Counselor IT

Preferred

Advanced Pract Soc Worker

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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