Therapist - FACE-IT

Salary: $30.37 Hourly
Location : Vernon Hills, IL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 02798
Department: 19th Judicial Circuit Court
Opening Date: 04/16/2026
Closing Date: Continuous


General Description


The Program Therapist provides individual, family, and group therapy to adolescents in a juvenile justice residential setting using a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach. Additionally, this position provides case management services to the adolescents on his or her assigned caseload and crisis intervention as needed.


Hours of Work

• Generally, Monday - Friday, 8 hours per day. Some evening and/or weekend hours may be

required to meet the needs of youth and their families.

Essential Functions

• Work with assigned youth and their families to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Provide individual, family, and group therapy in a juvenile justice residential setting.
• Serves as a member of a multidisciplinary team working together to meet the needs of each youth and their family.
• Provides case management services to youth and their families.
• Provides crisis intervention to youth in detention when needed.
• Conducts evaluations of potential clients regarding their appropriateness for participation in the residential program.
• Seeks out and attends professional conferences and training workshops for personal development.
• All other duties as assigned.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all required activities, duties, or responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities, programs, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time.
Knowledge Skills Abilities and Education Required

• Experience providing direct services including individual therapy, group therapy, and family-focused treatment is required.
• Experience with youth involved in the juvenile justice system and/or residential treatment programs is preferred.
• Must be able to work independently and develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with residential program staff.
• Proficient with Microsoft software including Word, Outlook, and Teams.
• Demonstrates competent written and verbal communication.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements (Ed and/or Other Requirements)

• You must possess a master's degree in social work, psychology, or a related field.
• Candidates must be a U.S. citizen and resident of Illinois or Wisconsin - subject to approval.
• Candidates for this position must be certified by the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts (AOIC). The following is a link to the required form:
• Candidates must obtain clinical licensure (Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Psychologist) within one year.
• Preferably bilingual (Spanish-speaking)

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift to 25 pounds on a as needed basis
• Moderate ability to operate office equipment.

Supplemental Information
Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package. We also offer flexible working hours, and a comprehensive wellness and training program. Visit our page to get additional information on why you should work for Lake County!
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam.
Lake County is committed to be a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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