Housing and Community Support - Clinical Therapist

At 360 Youth Services, we believe in empowering youth to thrive — and that begins with our team. When you join 360 YS, you’ll be part of a welcoming, inclusive environment where your voice is valued, your work has purpose, and your impact is felt every day. Together, we support young people and families in our community, helping them build brighter, healthier futures. Full Time Employee Benefits Professional Development/Training and Support Health and Wellness Work/Life Balance Life Insurance & Disability Insurance Employee Recognition/Staff Engagement Position: Housing and Community Support - Clinical Therapist Location: Naperville, IL Job Id: 243 # of Openings: 1 Effective Date: February 1, 2025 Job Title: Clinical Therapist, Housing and Community Support Exempt/Non‑exempt: EXEMPT Immediate Supervisor: Director of Housing Salary: $60,000 - $65,000 Benefits: Click Here to view LCFS’ Full‑Time Employee Benefits. Essential Functions Provide individual, group, and family counseling services to young adults and families (ages 18‑25) in community‑based settings, including in‑home services for 360 transitional housing clients. Effectively provide clinical case management services as needed. Maintain client records in an electronic health record system per agency standards and comply with agency policies on confidential mental health records. Provide community information and linkage to referral services, including mental health treatment, substance abuse support, educational programs, and employment training. Assist with crisis coverage as part of the 24‑hour crisis response system for CCBYS, providing intervention and advocacy services to at‑risk youth for family preservation, reunification, and stabilization. Work evening hours for sessions and provide weekend and holiday on‑call coverage for the runaway and lockout hotline. Must have access to a vehicle, a valid driver’s license, a good driving record, and proof of auto insurance. Perform other duties as assigned. Knowledge and Ability Requirements Experience working with young adults and a variety of treatment modalities. Knowledge of trauma‑informed treatment is preferred. Ability to apply strength‑based treatment and adhere to ethical guidelines. Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail. Friendly and flexible with an ability to engage youth effectively. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Ability to work independently while maintaining a team‑oriented approach. Professional, adaptable, and able to demonstrate sound judgment and initiative. Education and Experience A Master’s Degree from an accredited program in counseling, psychology, social work, or marriage and family therapy is required. Candidates must hold or have the prerequisites to obtain a State License (LPC, LSW, LCPC, LMFT, or LCSW). Experience collaborating with school staff, probation officers, law enforcement, and family members of clients is essential. Additionally, candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to 360’s mission and vision, fostering teamwork with both internal staff and external community partners. A dedication to personal growth, adaptability, and continuous learning is highly valued. Physical Demands and Other Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties listed in the job description satisfactorily. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, or controls; reach with hands and arms. Capable of operating standard office equipment, including a computer and keyboard, calculator, typical business machines such as a fax machine and copier. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20‑30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to have a valid driver’s license, auto insurance and must be able to safely operate a motor vehicle. The work environment characteristics include a noise level which is usually low to moderate. Position Responsibilities/Program Execution and Decision Making Diversity and Inclusion/Professionalism: In all aspects of their work presents as a role model to others, behaving in a way which actively supports LCFS as a welcoming community, promotes diversity and inclusion in the workplace and collaborates with others to further equity and dismantle barriers to a more inclusive experience of community. Participates in annual professional development and/or advocacy regarding inclusion. Ethical Conduct: Follows all ethics policies and procedures related to program execution and decision making as defined by the agency as well as any related professional licensing, regulatory or accrediting body. Maintains confidentiality of client, staff, and agency information. Reports any known or suspected breaches of confidentiality in accordance with policy. Reports possible misconduct or relevant errors/oversight in a timely manner and responsibly addresses related issues with chain of command. Communication/Interpersonal Skills: Consistently conveys clear, accurate, timely, and respectful communication appropriate for the situation. Informs appropriate management staff when an incident occurs or a crisis situation. Maintains professional boundaries with clients/residents, staff, interns, volunteers, and vendors. Able to successfully share skills and concepts with others and works effectively with others under time and environmental pressures. Safety and Agency Resource Utilization: Demonstrates sound judgment and foresight in safety awareness and in daily work. Notifies, in a timely manner, the supervisory chain of any incidents or circumstances that need attention. Report all suspicions or allegations of abuse immediately to their supervisor. Ensures appropriate utilization of materials and resources and minimizes waste. Other Responsibilities: All other tasks and responsibilities as assigned. #J-18808-Ljbffr 360 Youth Services