Therapist - Young Adult Program

Thresholds; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Therapist to support youth and young adults facing mental health challenges. In this impactful role, you will deliver trauma-informed therapy and lead clinical teams to create effective treatment plans. This position offers a collaborative culture with opportunities for professional growth and training in evidence-based practices. Join a mission-driven organization committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, where your contributions will make a significant difference in the lives of young individuals. If you are passionate about mental health and eager to grow your clinical skills, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous PTO

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Mileage Reimbursement

Cell Phone Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Free Supervision for Clinical Licensure

Reimbursement for Licensure Renewal

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Psychology or related field required.
• Clinical licensure preferred and experience with young adults is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed therapy and crisis intervention to young adults.
• Lead clinical staffing and treatment team meetings.

Skills

Mental Health Services

Clinical Skills

Relationship-Building

Writing Skills

Time Management

Crisis Intervention

Flexibility

Education

Master's degree in Psychology

Clinical Licensure (LCSW, LCPC, etc.)

Job description

Use your clinical skills to make a difference in the lives of youth and young adults as a Therapist with Thresholds' Young Adult Program! The Therapist works very closely with the treatment team to create effective treatment plans, utilizing best clinical practices. As the Therapist, you will provide trauma-informed individual therapy, group therapy, and crisis intervention to young adults ages 16-21 with severe and persistent mental illness along with significant trauma histories. You will run individual therapy and groups at the program’s main office and in the residences. Take the lead as the clinical hub for the youth on your caseload, running clinical staffing and treatment team meetings, and participating in clinical data collection and outcomes tracking. Come and join the team!

The culture at Thresholds is collaborative and supportive, providing you with the tools and resources you need for the best client care. Opportunities for training and professional development, including clinical supervision, will deepen your knowledge and expand your clinical skills in harm reduction, trauma-informed care, and other evidence-based practices. This invaluable experience will set you up for a variety of career paths and growth opportunities within our organization.

To succeed in this role you will need:

• Passion for providing mental health services to a young adult population
• Patience and flexibility to meet youth where they’re at
• Strong clinical & relationship-building skills
• Good writing skills
• Excellent time management & organization
• Valid driver's license, current insurance, and daily access to a car (preferred)
• Willingness to work evenings 2 days each week
• To be able to perform Therapeutic Crisis Intervention therapeutic restraint techniques, which require moderate exertion, being able to lift 40 pounds, and the mobility to lower self to a kneeling position on the floor. This training is provided and required by Thresholds.

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related field required
• Clinical licensure preferred (LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, LSW, LPC)
• Prior experience providing mental health services to young adults strongly preferred
• Schedule: Monday - Friday. Three days 8am - 4:30pm; two days 10am - 6:30pm

What sets Thresholds apart:

• Competitive pay - Base Salary: $56,000 - 62,000 annually
  • Commensurate with education and experience
• Generous PTO (9 federal holidays, 8 days of sick leave, 15-22 days personal and vacation)
• Dental insurance, vision insurance, 4 medical insurance plans
• 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match
• Robust employee assistance program (EAP)
• Mileage reimbursement
• Cell phone reimbursement (up to $50/month)
• Public service loan forgiveness
• Supervision for clinical licensure at no cost (LSW, LCSW, LPC, LCPC)
• Reimbursement for professional licensure and license renewal

Thresholds is a mission-driven agency with a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We foster an environment where all feel valued and respected, a place where every employee can be themselves, thrive, and support the agency’s mission.

One of the oldest and largest community mental health organizations in Illinois, we pride ourselves in being a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace and one of Chicago’s 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For, several years in a row.

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