Therapist - In Training

Lutheran Social Services; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clinical supervision

Licensure hours & mentorship

Professional development

Mission-driven culture

Job summary

Lutheran Social Services (LSS) is seeking a Therapist In Training to join the Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) team in the Milwaukee Metropolitan area. Under supervision, you will assess, treat, and support individuals with mental health and substance use challenges across home, school, and community settings.

This full-time, benefits-eligible position is ideal for master’s-level clinicians pursuing supervised experience to build skills in psychotherapy, assessment, treatment planning, and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, MFT, or related behavioral health field.
• Practicum in Family Therapy, DBT Informed, or TFCBT is preferred.
• Spanish-speaking skills are preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments and contribute to diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Provide individual, family, couples, and group psychotherapy services.
• Deliver psychoeducation and skill-building services to support recovery and wellness.
• Collaborate with clients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation.
• Participate in clinical supervision and professional development.
• Deliver services using trauma-informed, person-centered, evidence-based practices.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Documentation

Spanish language (preferred)

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Master of Marriage & Family Therapy (MFT)

Master of Counseling

Master of Psychology

Job description

Lutheran Social Services (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?

Therapist In Training (CCS)

Launch Your Clinical Career While Making a Difference

LSS is seeking a Therapist In Training to join our Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) team. Under the supervision of a Licensed Therapist or Licensed Psychologist, you will provide assessment, treatment, and recovery-focused services to individuals experiencing mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders. Services are provided to individuals with high level needs across environments; including home, school and community. This is a full-time, benefits eligible position working in the Milwaukee Metropolitan area.

This is an excellent opportunity for master's-level clinicians seeking supervised experience while building skills in psychotherapy, clinical assessment, treatment planning, and community-based behavioral health services.

What You'll Do

• Conduct clinical assessments and contribute to diagnosis and treatment planning
• Provide individual, family, couples, and group psychotherapy services
• Deliver psychoeducation and skill-building services that support recovery and wellness
• Collaborate with clients, families, and interdisciplinary treatment teams
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation
• Participate in clinical supervision and professional development opportunities
• Deliver services using trauma-informed, person-centered, and evidence-based practices

What We're Looking For

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field
• Practicum experience related to Family Therapy, DBT Informed, or TFCBT
• Spanish-speaking skills are preferred due to the needs of the individuals we serve, but not required.
• Eligible for Wisconsin "in training" licensure (APSW, LPC-IT, or MFT-IT)
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Why Join LSS?

• Clinical supervision and professional mentorship
• Opportunity to gain valuable licensure hours and hands-on experience
• Meaningful work supporting individuals and families in recovery
• Collaborative, mission-driven culture
• Ongoing training and professional development

At LSS, we believe every person deserves respect, dignity, and the opportunity to thrive. If you're passionate about helping others and ready to grow as a clinician, we'd love to hear from you.

Lutheran Social Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Qualifications

Education

• Master Degree of Social Work (required)
• Master Degree of Marriage & Family Therapy (required)
• Master Degree of Counseling (required)
• Master Degree of Psychology (required)

Licenses & Certifications

• Advanced Pract Soc Worker (required)
• Driver's License (required)
• Lic. Mar. & Fam Ther IT (required)
• Lic. Prof Counselor IT (required)

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