Mental Health Counselor - Clinician - Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Welcome to your opportunity to change the world! If you have a servant’s heart and want to be part of something truly special, then Caritas Family Solutions needs you. We have been serving the people of Illinois since 1947 and have over 500 committed and mission-driven team members. At Caritas, we do not hire people for jobs, we find new team members for rewarding and life-changing careers that make the world better.

If you are kind, patient, and ready to make a difference, we would love to meet you!

Full-time employees are offered the competitive benefits outlined below:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid training
• Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision
• Life insurance
• 403(b) with company contribution 4%
• Tuition reimbursement

Job Title: Mental Health Counselor - Clinician - Therapist

Department : Professional Counseling - Outpatient

Status: Full-Time, hourly non-exempt

Reports To: Executive Director of Behavioral Health

Compensation Starting Pay: $62,558 - $63,980 annually

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assessment of mental health conditions
• Treatment plan development
• Provide therapeutic services for adults, children, and families.
• Case Management
• Utilize a variety of therapeutic interventions to address clinical needs
• Advocacy, referral and linkage to recommended community resources
• Complete required data entry and paperwork in accordance with program and agency policies and procedures, including but not limited to opening requirements, assessments, treatment/recovery plans, progress notes, treatment authorizations and authorization of medical necessity.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIRED/PREFERRED

Degree/Field Required: Master’s degree in a Human Services field (Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, etc.)

Degree/Field Preferred: Master’s degree in a Human Services field (Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, etc.)

Experience Required: Minimum of one year relevant job experience in counseling/case management

Licenses/Certifications Required: LPC or LSW is required

Licenses/Certifications Preferred: LCPC or LCSW, or actively working towards this licensure, is preferred

Proficient Computer Skills In: Outlook, Word, Database Management Software

Expert Computer Skills In: Outlook, Word, Database Management Software

VEHICLE RELATED REQUIREMENTS:

Access to reliable transportation to get to/from work: Required.

Access to a reliable automobile: Required.

Must provide proof of auto liability insurance (and continue to while working in this position): Required.

Must possess a valid driver's license : Required.

Drug Free Workplace:

Caritas Family Solutions is dedicated to maintaining a safe, healthy, and productive environment for our clients and employees. As part of this, a strict drug-free workplace policy is maintained.