Provide direct therapeutic services, including individual and group therapy and crisis intervention, to youth and families. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop treatment plans, conduct assessments, and manage Medicaid billing and documentation.
Requirements summary
Requires a Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, or Psychology, with a clinical license preferred and at least 2 years of mental health experience. Must possess a valid Illinois driver's license and a strong understanding of adolescent mental health and trauma-informed care.
The Therapist/Qualified Mental Health Professional will provide direct therapeutic services to youth and families, including individual and group mental health services, and crisis intervention. This position will also work closely with the program team to develop treatment plans, provide mental health assessments, and offer support and guidance to participants. The Therapist/Qualified Mental Health Professional will collaborate with the Mental Health Professional, Recovery Support Specialists and Family Support Specialists to provide direct services to clients, create treatment plans, and cultivation of partnerships with key community partners.
Salary: $50,000-$54,000
Shift: Varied, 2-3 evening nights per week required
Location: Joliet, IL
Reports to: Program Director
Network or department: Network 9
Essential functions
Facilitates individual therapy sessions and/or family therapy sessions.
Develop and facilitate groups designed to support and educate youth.
Administers and interprets assessment instruments.
Develops treatment plan for youth/ families engaged in treatment.
Participates in regular multidisciplinary team meetings.
Creates appropriate referrals for youth and families psychological and psychosocial needs and follows-up to identify if services were accessed.
Participates in clinical supervision weekly.
Completes intakes, verifies insurance, and manages billing.
Monitor programmatic goals and outcomes continually adapting to meet or exceed them.
Responsible for the timely submission of Medicaid mental health billing
Maintains service records, database, and statistics.
Ensures that all documentation is accurate and upholds Trinity Services’ mission, values, and operational needs
Perform other duties as assigned
Skills and abilities
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Educational Assistance
Employee Referral Program
Sick Time
Personal Time
Financial Assistance Program
Potential Year-End Bonus
Excellent interpersonal skills, cultural competency, and experience with diverse populations
Knowledge of the techniques and principles of child and family development, family systems theory, individual, family, behavioral therapy (ACT, DBT), and crisis focused interventions
Strongly self-motivated
Strong communication, leadership, and counseling skills
Teaching skills, non-judgmental personality, and empathic listening skills
Ability and knowledge of basic computer programs for service documentation and report writing
Physical demands
Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
Operate motor vehicles
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard reach, stoop kneel to install computer equipment
Physical activities that could be used include: driving, balancing, pulling, pushing, standing, climbing, grasping, stooping, crouching, crawling, kneeling, reaching, lifting, and repetitive motion.
Qualifications
Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field. Clinical license (LCPC, LCSW, LMFT) preferred
Minimum of 2 years of experience in mental health experience, preferably with youth and families.
Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and adolescent mental health.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with other professionals.
Must have a valid driver’s license in the state of Illinois
Attend initial and ongoing required training (provided on site)
Benefits
Health, Vision, Dental, and Life insurance
Educational Assistance
Paid time off
Sick time
Paid Holidays
Personal Time
Potential Year-End Bonus
Financial Assistance Program (Cookie Jar)
Employee Referral Program (Bounty Bucks)
Classification
Exempt
Disclaimer
Duties and Responsibilities
may change, and new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment.
Statement
Trinity Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Trinity Services, Inc. prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Trinity Services, Inc. conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
