LCSW/LCPC-Child and Adolescent, Full-Time

Duly Health and Care; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

The LCPC/LCSW role at Duly Health and Care in Naperville, IL involves assessing and guiding patients through treatment planning and outcomes. You will deliver evidence-based psychotherapy, maintain accurate records, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to address pediatric and adolescent mental health needs.

You will conduct initial assessments, develop care plans, and provide ongoing therapy while adhering to licensure requirements and state regulations; strong communication and

Qualifications

• Valid and current LCPC/LCSW license in Illinois.
• CPR certification.
• Master's degree in counseling.
• Minimum 2 years' experience with child/adolescent patients.
• Experience in individual therapy and group settings.
• Knowledge of DSM-5 and mental health disorders.
• Strong assessment and care plan development knowledge.
• Excellent listening, written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• proficient computer skills including MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and diagnose patients' psychological concerns according to DSM-5.
• Meet with patients regularly to discuss problems, feelings, thoughts, behaviors and relationships.
• Develop and implement individualized formulation-driven empirically validated psychological interventions.
• Maintain current clinical records with SOAP notes and timely documentation.
• Provide treatment and collaborate with colleagues in a multidisciplinary team.
• Attend supervision and trainings to stay updated on best practices.
• Review literature and translate evidence-based materials into practice.
• Comply with licensure requirements and state/federal guidelines.

Skills

LCPC/LCSW license

CPR certification

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Psychosocial assessment

Care plan development

DSM-5 knowledge

Education

Master's degree in counseling

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you ready to challenge the expected to deliver the extraordinary?

The LCPC/LCSW is responsible for providing support and guidance to enable their patient to address any personal challenges that they may face. The LCPC/LCSW will conduct initial assessments of the patients' situation to determine the individual needs and goals of any desired therapy outcomes. Analysis of assessment data will result in the development and implementation of a care plan that is relevant to the needs and goals of the patient.

The Journeys and Adventures that Await

• Psychotherapy
  • Evaluate and diagnose patients' psychological concerns and issues according to DSM5.
  • Meet with patients on a regular basis to talk about any problems, feelings, thoughts, behaviors, and relationships.
  • Help patient find a solution to their problems through exploration of thought patterns, behaviors, past experiences, and other influences.
  • Plans and implements individualized formulation-driven empirically validated psychological interventions.
  • Communicate complex/sensitive information to patients and or families if needed.
  • Refer patients to other disciplines for consult and evaluations as indicated.
• Maintains current and active clinical records
  • Prepare SOAP notes and documentation timely and accurately.
  • Comply with organizational, state, and federal regulations and guidelines.
  • Document clinically relevant patient data in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Administers self-report scales as needed (IE: PHQ-8 PHQ-9, etc).
• Provide evidenced based treatment and collaborate with colleagues
  • Attend supervisions and meetings to stay up to date on clinical best practice.
  • Complete mandatory organizational training as needed.
  • Review relevant literature, synthesize evidence-based materials, and translate complex behavioral health concerns.
  • Act as resource to other disciplines.
  • Provide psychological expertise and education to multidisciplinary teams.
  • Will comply with state licensure requirements.

Qualifications-

• Valid and Current LCPC/LCSW license
  • Issued by the state of Illinois, or ability to obtain licensure in the state of Illinois
• CPR certified
• Master's degree in counseling
• 2 years of experience focused on patients in the child and adolescent setting
• Experience working with clients in individual therapy sessions
• Experience working with clients with various mental health needs
• Experience working in a dynamic multidisciplinary team, preferred.
• Experience working with clients in a group setting, preferred.
• Knowledge of current assessment protocols
• Knowledge of Care plan development
• Knowledge of mental health disorders/DSM5
• Excellent listening and interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional critical thinking and analysis skills
• Proficient computer and Microsoft program(s) navigation skills
• Positive contributor to organizational culture
• Ability to work within a dynamic culture
• Able to perform psychosocial assessments and develop and implement viable care plans
• The ability to build the trust required to form an effective client/counselor relationship.

*****The anticipated base compensation range for this position is $58,000-$87,000, depending upon the applicant's qualifications and experience. In addition to the base compensation, this position may also be eligible for a sign-on bonus.