Therapist

Glenkirk; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Glenkirk in Northbrook, IL seeks a licensed art or dance/movement therapist to provide individual and group therapy for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will advocate for clients and collaborate with staff to implement treatment plans.

Master's degree required; licensure essential. The role includes crisis intervention, care coordination, and participation in supervision and discovery meetings. Experience with Medicaid/BHC systems is a plus.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology from an accredited university.
• Licensure as a licensed art or dance/movement therapist.
• Experience with therapy for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and/or group therapy to individuals with IDD; offer crisis intervention when needed.
• Complete required clinical paperwork and billing per governing entities.
• Attend annual Discovery meetings and contribute input for IS development.
• Support individuals and staff on assigned caseload regarding issues.
• Facilitate access to community resources including family services and case management.
• Attend weekly clinical supervision.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Licensed art therapist

Licensed dance/movement therapist

Crisis intervention

Advocacy for clients

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology

Job description

BASIC FUNCTION

Provides individual and group therapy to individuals diagnosed with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Provides consultation to staff regarding individuals’ issues and concerns. Acts as an individual advocate.

SCOPE

Ensures compliance with Medicaid/Behavioral Health Clinic (BHC) policies and procedures for therapy services. Maintains caseload as assigned, including clinical assessment, treatment planning, and monitoring of progress.

JOB DUTIES

• Provides individual and/or group therapy treatment to individuals, as needed and appropriate. Provides crisis intervention, as needed.
• Completes all clinical paperwork and billing as required by BHC, DHS, and any governing entities.
• Attends annual Discovery meetings for assigned individuals and actively provides input, including offering feedback for Implementation Strategies (IS) development.
• Ensures that individuals and staff are supported concerning individual issues for assigned caseload.
• Facilitates access to community resources including family services, physicians, and case management.
• Attends individual, clinical supervision weekly.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Education: Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related Master's Degree from an accredited university. Bonus but not necessary to have specialized degree/training in providing specified creative arts therapy (art, music, dance/movement).

Licensure: Must be a licensed art or dance/movement therapist.