Clinical Therapist

Erie Neighborhood House; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Sick days

Personal days

Birthday leave

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Professional development

Health insurance

401k/retirement

Job summary

Erie Neighborhood House is seeking a Clinical Therapist to provide trauma-informed, culturally responsive behavioral health services in Chicago, IL. The role includes psychotherapy, assessments, case management, and psychoeducation, with collaboration across internal programs and community partners.

Responsibilities include maintaining an active caseload (up to 20), documentation, data collection for program evaluation, and linking clients to resources.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in social work, counseling, or related field.
• Minimum of two years of professional clinical experience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• 40-Hour Domestic Violence Training Certificate.
• Experience with immigrant, low-income, culturally diverse communities.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Valid Illinois driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed behavioral health assessments and ongoing psychotherapy.
• Maintain an active caseload (up to 20) of individual, family, and group clients.
• Deliver culturally responsive, evidence-based therapeutic services.
• Coordinate care with schools, healthcare providers, and community organizations.
• Ensure accurate, confidential documentation and program reporting.
• Contribute to program evaluation and funder reporting requirements.
• Travel between Erie Neighborhood House locations and partner sites as needed.

Skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Strong written, verbal, interpersonal

Organizational & time management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Trauma-informed care knowledge

Evenings/weekends availability

Education

Master's degree in Social Work / Counseling / related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

The Clinical Therapist provides trauma-informed, culturally responsive behavioral health services to individuals and families within Erie Neighborhood House and the broader community. This position delivers evidence-based psychotherapy, assessments, case management, and psychoeducation while collaborating with internal programs and community partners to improve client well-being.

The Clinical Therapist plays a critical role in expanding access to quality mental health services for immigrant and underserved communities while supporting Erie House's mission of promoting healing, resilience, and equitable access to care.

Clinical Services, Case Management & Referrals

• Provide comprehensive behavioral health assessments, biopsychosocial evaluations, treatment planning, safety planning, and ongoing psychotherapy.
• Maintain an active caseload (no more than 20) of individual, family, and group counseling clients.
• Deliver culturally responsive, trauma-informed, evidence-based therapeutic services.
• Provide follow-up services and coordinate client care throughout treatment.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and confidential clinical documentation in accordance with agency, funding, licensing, and ethical standards.
• Collect program data and contribute to program evaluation and reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all documentation, confidentiality, and quality assurance expectations.
• Connect clients with community resources and partner agencies to address social determinants of health.
• Collaborate with schools, healthcare providers, and community organizations to support clients' needs.

Program Collaboration

• Partner with Erie Neighborhood House programs and external organizations to conduct trauma-informed consultations, workshops, and outreach activities.
• Support internal staff with client intake processes, documentation, case assignments, and service coordination.
• Assist in developing and facilitating therapeutic groups and psychoeducational workshops.
• Represent Erie Neighborhood House at community meetings, outreach events, and partner collaborations.
• Promote awareness of behavioral health services within the communities Erie House serves.
• Coordinate/Communicate/Manage funder specific requirements.
• Participate in reflective supervision, clinical supervision, department meetings, and agency-wide trainings.
• Stay current with evidence-based practices through ongoing professional development.
• Provide behavioral health trainings, workshops and technical assistance to Erie staff, interns, and community partners as assigned.
• LCSW clinicians: supervise one (1) graduate-level interns when assigned.

Other Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned to support Proyecto Cuidate Behavioral Health Department and Erie Neighborhood House's mission.
• This position operates within community-based behavioral health settings and requires travel between Erie Neighborhood House locations, schools, and partner agencies.
• Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required to meet clients and program needs.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related behavioral health field.
• Minimum of two (2) years of professional clinical experience.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• 40-Hour Domestic Violence Training Certificate.
• Experience working with immigrant, low-income, or culturally diverse communities or clients exposed to traumatic event(s).
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and evidence-based therapeutic practices.
• A valid Illinois driver's license.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

• Illinois Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
• Experience providing clinical supervision to graduate-level interns.
• Experience facilitating therapeutic groups and trauma-informed community workshops.
• Familiarity with domestic violence, community violence, child abuse, and case management.

Physical Requirements

The employee must be able to:

• Sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Travel between multiple locations for therapy services and meetings.
• Lift up to 20 pounds occasionally.
• Operate computers and other standard office equipment.
• Conduct community-based visits and presentations as needed.

Team Member Benefits

• Compensation of $62,000 - $70,000 based on experience:
  • $62,000 without LCSW / $70,000 with LCSW.
• Work / life integration:
  • Generous paid time off.

(examples below for full-time employment)

• 12 accrued sick days per year.
• 3 personal days.
• Paid birthday off.
• 8 paid holidays, including Juneteenth.
• In addition to above paid holidays, paid week off between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.
• Vacation:
  • Year 1 = 8 days.
  • Year 2 = 13 days.
  • Year 3 + = 20 days.
• Access to alternative and flexible work schedules and personal leave, where possible.
• Two-weeks fully paid Parental Leave, for eligible employees.
• Time off for school conferences and activities as well as bereavement leave.
• Professional Development:
  • Employer-sponsored learning and development programs.
  • Paid day off annually for personal professional development.
  • Tuition Assistance & Debt Relief Program, as budget allows.
• Wellness support:
  • Employer-sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Employer-paid life insurance.
  • Voluntary life and AD&D and shot and long-term disability.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for medical, vision and dependent care.
  • 403b with employer match.
  • Employee Assistance Program.

Union/Exempt

Erie Neighborhood House is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals without discrimination. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us at [e-mail].

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ERIE NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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