Therapist

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off: holidays, vacation, sick

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Short-term Disability

Long-Term Disability (employee paid)

Life and AD&D Insurance

403B Retirement Plan with employer con

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet is seeking a licensed or soon-to-be-licensed mental health professional to provide therapy across adult and child clients, families, and groups. The role includes in-person, telehealth, and community-based assessments, with a focus on culturally sensitive care and collaboration with the Counseling Program.

Clinicians will maintain records per guidelines, participate in team consultations, and meet monthly productivity targets while benefiting from a

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work (MSW) from an accredited institution.
• Illinois licensure as AMFT/LSW/LPC or related credential preferred within 1 year.
• Bilingual Spanish skills preferred (pass bilingual assessment).
• Experience in clinical assessments and outpatient psychotherapy.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing mental health services to adult and child clients, families, couples, and groups.
• Conduct phone therapy, video telehealth, and in-person interviews per treatment plans.
• Maintain case records and reports per agency policies and state guidelines.
• Participate in case consultations and planning activities for the Counseling Program.
• Travel to various Catholic Charities sites as needed.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Communication skills

Case management

Microsoft Office

Education

MSW from accredited program

Tools

Outlook

Word

Teams

EHR system

Job description

Description

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet offers 43 paid days off per year, excellent medical benefits, and an employer-sponsored 403b plan that requires no contribution from employee. We prioritize your well-being and financial security.

Do you want to use your skills and talents to make a lasting difference in the world? At Catholic Charities Diocese, of Joliet we are mission-driven, focused on positive results for people and believe that people should be treated with dignity and respect.

If you feel the same way, we encourage you to join us in making a difference! Discover an extraordinary career opportunity that combines competitive pay with outstanding benefits.

General Responsiblites

1. Provide ongoing mental health services to adult and child clients, families, couples, and groups.
2. Conduct phone therapy, video telehealth, and face-to-face interviews for assessments and on-going therapeutic support as outlined in clients’ treatment plans. Sessions may be in office or in the community at clients’ homes.
3. Maintain case records and reports according to agency policies and state guidelines, Rule 132 and Rule 140.
4. Participate in case consultations and reviews with agency personnel and outside professionals.
5. Engage in development and planning activities for the Counseling Program.
6. Conduct clinical assessments and provide crisis interventions as needed.
7. Meet monthly productivity targets and standards for timely completion of clinical documentation.
8. Ensure compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, and education requirements.
9. Participate in agency meetings, conferences, and training programs as recommended.
10. Travel to various Catholic Charities sites and other locations as needed.
11. Other duties as assigned within the guidelines of this position.

Great Employer Provided Benefits

• Time-off: 14 Holidays - 15 Vacation days - 5 Paid Leave days and 9 Sick days
• Medical/Dental/Vision Health Insurances
• Flexible Spending Account
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (employee paid optional)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• 403B Retirement Plan with employer contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Requirements

1. Master’s degree in social work (MSW) or a related field from a regionally accredited institution.
2. One year or three years perfered of clinical training or internship experience in community mental health, outpatient, school, or hospital settings.
3. Completion of licensure in Illinois as (AMFT, LSW, LPC) or related credential recommended within one year of employment or Licensure in Illinois as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Social Worker (LSW) perferred.
4. Bilingual Spanish skills preferred (must pass a bilingual assessment).
5. Training and experience in clinical assessments and outpatient psychotherapy.
6. Competence in providing culturally sensitive interventions to diverse clientele.
7. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
8. Interest and skill in networking and community outreach.
9. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and working within an electronic health record system (Outlook, Word, Teams).
10. Strong verbal and written communication skills.