Young Child Group Therapy Manager & Clinician Leader

compasshealthcenter; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Rooftop social events

Job summary

Compass Health Center in Chicago seeks a Manager for the Young Child Program overseeing Group Therapy at our North Center facility. The role blends direct clinical work with leadership, supervising group therapists, and mentoring staff while delivering evidence-based therapies to children aged 5–10.

The ideal candidate is a Master's level clinician with 3+ years of post-master's experience and a current license (PhD/ PsyD/ LCSW/ LMFT/ LCPC).

Qualifications

• Master's level clinician with 3+ years of post-master's clinical experience.
• Licensed: PhD, PsyD, LCSW, LMFT or LCPC is required.
• Knowledge of group dynamics using CBT, ACT, DBT and related therapies.
• Experience with patients in crisis.
• NVCPI certification and proficiency in de-escalation and crisis intervention.
• Experience supervising mental health workers, licensed or seeking licensure.
• Excellent time management and ability to juggle multiple demands.
• Strong collaboration and consultation across programs.
• Internal applicants must be Primary Therapist or higher.

Responsibilities

• Oversee quality of care within the Young Child Program for PHP and EIOP.
• Oversee program materials and curriculum implementation.
• Refine and develop the Group Curriculum.
• Utilize CBT, DBT, ACT and other evidence-based therapies.
• Lead all group therapy operations including admin, supervision, and mentor-ship.
• Provide group therapy and primary individual therapy as needed.
• Supervise a team of group therapists and other mental health staff.
• Coordinate with other leaders within Chicago and Compass.
• Provide clinical supervision for staff pursuing licensure.
• Model effective behavior management and crisis intervention.
• Participate in professional development and community outreach.
• Conduct intakes and assist with hiring; communicate with team via rounds and EMR.
• Deliver performance reviews for the group therapy team; cover EIOP as needed.

Skills

Group therapy leadership

Crisis management

Communication skills

Time management

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in counseling/psychology

Licensed clinician (PhD/PsyD/LCSW/LMFT/LCPC)

Job description

Compass Health Center in Chicago seeks a Manager for the Young Child Program overseeing Group Therapy at our North Center facility. The role blends direct clinical work with leadership, supervising group therapists, and mentoring staff while delivering evidence-based therapies to children aged 5–10.

The ideal candidate is a Master's level clinician with 3+ years of post-master's experience and a current license (PhD/ PsyD/ LCSW/ LMFT/ LCPC).