Treatment Therapist

Therapist - LCSW preferred

$2,000 Sign-On Bonus - paid in four quarterly installments

Position Overview:

The Therapist carries a caseload and provides comprehensive treatment services to children, adolescents, and families in accordance with agency standards and contractual requirements.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) or a related field
• Active Illinois licensure as an LCPC or LCSW (or ability to obtain and maintain)
• Experience working with children, adolescents, and families
• Experience providing individual, family, and group therapy
• Strong organizational, time management, and documentation skills
• Ability to maintain accurate and timely case records in compliance with agency requirements
• Experience or interest in working with victims and perpetrators of sexual and physical abuse
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate across agencies
• Cultural sensitivity and responsiveness to diverse populations

Key Responsibilities:

I. Case Management & Direct Services

• Complete all required documentation, including mental health assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries
• Schedule and facilitate client staffing meetings (e.g., intakes, pre-court, monthly reviews, emergency meetings, interagency coordination, and terminations)
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant case records and reports
• Ensure client confidentiality in accordance with Illinois law and agency policies
• Collaborate with the Treatment Coordinator to develop and implement therapeutic strategies
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy as outlined in treatment plans
• Deliver in-home support services to families as needed
• Connect clients and families to appropriate community resources
• Advocate for clients and families to ensure access to appropriate, respectful, and effective treatment

II. Program Development & Support

• Collaborate with leadership on program development, public relations, and community engagement
• Participate in professional presentations, trainings, and interagency collaborations
• Stay current on industry trends and contribute to the field through research, writing, and training opportunities
• Complete program-related reports and maintain statistical data as required
• Perform additional duties as assigned based on program or contract needs

Core Competencies:

• Trauma-Informed Care

Apply trauma-informed principles in all services, recognizing the impact of trauma and supporting clients and families in building trauma-informed environments

• Person-Centered Approach

Empower clients by promoting self-advocacy, resilience, and individualized recovery goals

• Strengths-Based Practice

Support clients in identifying and building upon their strengths to meet their needs

• Safe & Supportive Environment

Provide services that promote physical and emotional safety, with a strong commitment to protecting children and reporting any suspected abuse or neglect

• Collaboration

Work with clients to build and strengthen support networks, including family, peers, and community resources

• Cultural Responsiveness & Inclusion

Deliver services that respect and support individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities

• Program Support & Continuous Improvement

Actively participate in the agency's Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives

Youth Service Bureau of Illinois Valley believes that all people deserve inclusivity, fairness, and justice. We believe that both the success of our team and the wellness of our community is strongest by recognizing the qualities that make each person unique, including race, gender, age, sexuality, ability, religion, national origin, gender identity and other identities. The YSB team values and respects each other and our community as we proudly serve.