School Embedded Therapist: Trauma-Informed Care for Kids

Northwestern-University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Office-based role

Job summary

Northwestern Settlement is seeking a School Embedded Therapist to provide trauma-informed, strength-based therapy for a caseload of school-aged children and their families in Chicago. The role focuses on collaborative treatment planning, coordination with providers, and thorough documentation reached through Medicaid platforms.

Qualifications include a Master’s in Social Work or Counseling and an IL license (LCPC/LCSW/LMFT).

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a closely related field.
• Illinois clinical license (LCPC, LCSW, LMFT) preferred.
• Experience with evidence-based or evidence-informed treatment modalities such as Theraplay or ARC framework.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic treatment to a caseload of school-aged children and their families.
• Coordinate services with other providers and develop referral plans.
• Complete documentation including assessments and service notes using Medicaid platforms.
• Services provided at the agency office; telehealth as needed.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Bilingual English/Spanish

Telehealth delivery

Documentation

Case-load management

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling

Illinois clinical license (LCPC/LCSW/LMFT)

Tools

Theraplay

ARC framework

Job description

Northwestern Settlement is seeking a School Embedded Therapist to provide trauma-informed, strength-based therapy for a caseload of school-aged children and their families in Chicago. The role focuses on collaborative treatment planning, coordination with providers, and thorough documentation reached through Medicaid platforms.

Qualifications include a Master’s in Social Work or Counseling and an IL license (LCPC/LCSW/LMFT).