Therapist - In Training
Lutheran Social Services
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Job summary
Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan (LSS) is seeking a full-time Therapist In Training to join our Beloit outpatient mental health team. This role supports master's-level clinicians working toward independent licensure with strong supervision and opportunities to serve DOC-involved and community-based populations.
The position offers a flexible hybrid schedule with onsite and telehealth options, supervised clinical development, and a path toward licensure within Wisconsin.
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field.
- Practicum experience related to mental health, substance use, or community-based services.
- Eligible for or currently holding a Wisconsin In Training license (APSW, LPC-IT, MFT-IT).
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and evaluations.
- Develop collaborative treatment plans.
- Provide individual psychotherapy and counseling services.
- Deliver psychoeducation and skill-building interventions.
- Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation.
- Participate in treatment team and recovery team meetings.
- Collaborate with community partners and referral sources.
- Engage in ongoing clinical supervision and professional development.
- Utilize trauma-informed, person-centered, and evidence-based practices.
Skills
Education
Job description
Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan (LSS) is a private, non-profit, human service agency providing a variety of services throughout Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. Over the years, LSS has grown to become one of the largest human service agencies in the two state area serving more than 125,000 clients annually. We are looking for passionate, mission-driven individuals like you to help provide services including outpatient behavioral health management, international, domestic and special needs adoptions, older adult services, support services for children, youth and families, community corrections programs and support services for adults with disabilities and/or mental health concerns.
Motivated by the compassion of Christ, we help people improve the quality of their lives. Does this describe your personal mission statement? Are you motivated to serve by sharing your talents?
Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan (LSS) Location: 1850 Cranston Road, Beloit, WI 53511
Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan (LSS) is seeking a full-time Therapist In Training to join our Beloit outpatient mental health team. This is an excellent opportunity for a master's-level clinician who is working toward independent licensure and wants meaningful clinical experience, high-quality supervision, and the opportunity to serve individuals involved with the Department of Corrections (DOC) and other community-based populations.
Under the supervision of a licensed therapist or psychologist, you will:
- Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and evaluations
- Develop collaborative treatment plans
- Provide individual psychotherapy and counseling services
- Deliver psychoeducation and skill-building interventions
- Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation
- Participate in treatment team and recovery team meetings
- Collaborate with community partners and referral sources
- Engage in ongoing clinical supervision and professional development
- Utilize trauma-informed, person-centered, and evidence-based practices
This position is primarily focused on individual therapy services. While occasional group coverage opportunities may arise, group facilitation is not a primary responsibility of this role.
We understand the importance of flexibility for clinicians.
- Onsite in Beloit: Monday and Wednesday
- Telehealth: Tuesday and Thursday
- Friday: Telehealth or onsite based on client and program needs
Therapists have flexibility to establish a schedule that works for them and their clients. Examples may include:
- Four 10-hour days
- Monday through Thursday with a shorter Friday
- Other consistent schedules approved by leadership
One evening appointment per week is required, typically scheduled at 5:00 PM, to support client access to services.
Once established, schedules should remain consistent to support continuity of care for clients.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- By being employed with LSS, which is a non-profit agency, you can be eligible for loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
- Loans are eligible to be forgiven after 10 years of on-time and consistent payments through the income-based re-payment plan.
- Assistance navigating the PSLF through Summer
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Flex Spending for Dependent & Health Care
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Ability to Contribute to 403B
- LSS makes annual raises a priority for employees
- Calm Wellness App - Premium Access
- Student loan navigation program with Summer, PBC
- Early Earned Wage Access with UKG Wallet
- Employee Assistance Program
- Service Awards and Recognition
- Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field
- Practicum experience related to mental health, substance use, or community-based services
- Eligible for or currently holding a Wisconsin "In Training" license, including:
- Advanced Practice Social Worker (APSW)
- Professional Counselor In Training (LPC-IT)
- Marriage and Family Therapist In Training (MFT-IT)
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Active mental health licensure
- Experience working with justice-involved populations
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care and evidence-based treatment models
- Master Degree of Social Work (preferred)
- Master Degree of Marriage & Family Therapy (preferred)
- Master Degree of Counseling (preferred)
- Master Degree of Psychology (preferred)
- Advanced Pract Soc Worker (preferred)
- Driver's License (required)
- Lic. Mar. & Fam Ther IT (preferred)
- Lic. Prof Counselor IT (preferred)
LSS is committed to helping clinicians grow. Depending on program needs, therapists may have opportunities to receive additional specialized training, including evidence-based approaches utilized within DOC programming and community behavioral health settings.
At LSS, our mission is to act compassionately, serve humbly, and lead courageously. As part of our team, you'll receive:
- Clinical supervision and support toward licensure
- Flexible hybrid work options
- Meaningful work that makes a difference in the community
- Opportunities for professional development and specialized training
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees
Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan is one of the largest nonprofit human services organizations in the region. We provide compassionate care and support services that empower people to live their best lives and strengthen communities throughout Wisconsin and Upper Michigan.
Lutheran Social Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
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