FTWO Therapist

GRO Community; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & benefits

Professional development

Social impact environment

Job summary

GRO Community is seeking a FTWO Therapist to provide trauma-informed counseling, cognitive behavioral groups, crisis intervention and case management for adolescents and adults involved in weapon-related offenses. The clinician will work with probation officers and community partners to reduce recidivism and promote emotional wellness.

The role focuses on developing emotional regulation, healthy coping strategies, problem solving, and pro-social decision-making through evidence-based therapies,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related behavioral health field; Masters preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in community mental health and/or working with diverse populations including individuals involved in the criminal justice system.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized treatment and intervention plans
• Provide individual therapy
• Facilitate cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) groups
• Utilize trauma-informed therapeutic approaches
• Utilize the ORAS & OYAS risk assessments throughout course of treatment for progress monitoring
• Collaborate with probation officers and community partners as appropriate
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical progress notes
• Provide monthly status reports for all clients
• Participate in monthly case staffing meetings and multidisciplinary treatment planning
• Provide crisis intervention when needed
• Assist clients with referrals to community resources including education, employment, housing and substance use treatment
• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment goals as necessary
• Maintain professional ethics, confidentiality, and compliance with HIPAA standards
• Participate in ongoing professional development and clinical supervision

Skills

Communication

Organization

Collaboration

Professionalism

Electronic records

Education

Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related behavioral health field (Masters Preferred)

Job description

Description

Job Title:

FTWO Therapist

Location:

Chicago, IL

Job Type:

Full-Time

Reports to:

Director of Diversion

Direct Reports:

none, subject to change in future

About Us:

God Restoring Order (GRO) Community is a mental/behavioral healthcare provider that specializes in trauma focused care for boys and men of color, ages 5 and up. Grounded in an understanding of the neurological, biological and psychological effects of trauma, GRO translates research discoveries into evidenced-based treatments for behavior change.

Position Summary:

The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing trauma-informed counseling, cognitive behavior groups, crisis intervention and case management support for adolescents and adults involved in weapon-related offenses. The clinician works collaboratively with external stakeholders (probation officers, attorneys, courts, etc.) to reduce recidivism, promote emotional wellness, and support long-term behavioral change.

This position focuses on helping individuals develop emotional regulation, accountability, healthy coping strategies, problem solving and pro-social decision-making through evidence-based therapeutic interventions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop individualized treatment and intervention plans
• Provide individual therapy
• Facilitate cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) groups
• Utilize trauma-informed therapeutic approaches
• Utilize the ORAS & OYAS risk assessments throughout course of treatment for progress monitoring
• Collaborate with probation officers and community partners as appropriate
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical progress notes
• Provide monthly status reports for all clients
• Participate in monthly case staffing meetings and multidisciplinary treatment planning
• Provide crisis intervention when needed
• Assist clients with referrals to community resources including education, employment, housing and substance use treatment
• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment goals as necessary
• Maintain professional ethics, confidentiality, and compliance with HIPAA standards
• Participate in ongoing professional development and clinical supervision

Competencies:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking ability
• Ability to work collaboratively with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Commitment to ethical behavior and professionalism in all aspects of the role
• Proficiency with electronic record keeping and documentation

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related behavioral health field (Masters Preferred)
• Minimum of 2 years experience in community mental health and/or working with diverse populations including individuals involved in the criminal justice system
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A supportive and dynamic work environment committed to social impact.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.