Therapist TIL

Chicago, IL - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 57550 - 63000

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Who we are

Lawrence Hall is a Chicago-based nonprofit social services agency that provides therapeutic wellness and skill development services to youth families and neighborhoods affected by lasting trauma. We foster healing and growth through empowerment respect safety and teamwork.

Our Transitional and Independent Living program supports young adults as they move from shelters residential treatment centers or Foster Care into more independent living environments. Through specialized care clinical support skills training academic assistance and career development we help them learn to live successfully on their own and build a life they love.

About the Role

Be the support a young person needs to thrive. As a Therapist in our Older Adolescent Program youll work with youth ages 17-21 helping them navigate challenges build life skills and achieve stability. Youll provide trauma-informed individual group and family therapy stabilize placements and guide youth toward independence. Your work will have a direct impact on young peoples growth and their ability to form supportive relationships in their communities.

In this role you will:

Provide individual group and family therapy for older adolescents in care.
Support placement stabilization crisis response and safety planning for youth and staff.
Collaborate with case management foster families schools and external providers to meet youth needs.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation treatment plans and progress reports.
Facilitate trainings and provide consultation to staff on trauma-informed practices.
Respond to on-call and after-hours crises as needed.

Who were looking for

Required:

Masters or Doctorate in Social Work or related human services field.
LSW or LPC upon hire; LCSW or LCPC required upon eligibility.
Valid Illinois drivers license and reliable personal vehicle.
Strong verbal and written communication and computer skills.
Ability to work with youth impacted by trauma in a field-based environment.

Preferred:

Experience with adolescents transitional-age youth or youth in care.
Knowledge of trauma attachment adolescent development and trauma-informed care.
Experience in group facilitation or residential/child welfare settings.

Additional Information

Full-time Monday-Friday with flexibility for evenings weekends and on-call crisis response. Frequent travel to TLP ILO and community locations throughout Chicagoland. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds and kneel and return to standing for physical intervention skills.

Compensation Benefits & Perks

We care about the well-being of our employees and are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that includes:

Salary: $57550-$63000/year based on experience.
Average of 17-25 days PTO 9 holidays
Medical insurance - HMO and PPO options
Dental insurance - HMO and PPO options
Vision insurance
401(k) with up to 5% employer match and auto-vesting
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Medical and Dependent Care
Pre-tax Commuter benefits - Parking and Transit
100% employer-paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees Spouses and Children
Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
100% employer- paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free counseling and life resources
Wellness Reimbursement Program
Employee Referral Bonus up to $1500
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for licensed employees
Public Service Loan Forgiveness

How to Apply

Submit your resume here. We look forward to learning more about you!

Frequently cited statistics show that women and underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the necessary skills and abilities. Lawrence Hall encourages you to apply even if you do not have experience in all areas of essential functions. We look forward to your application.

This position meets the FLSA requirements for Exempt

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Following job offer acceptance all new hires are required to complete a background check through the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). Individuals who have lived outside of Illinois may also be subject to out-of-state checks which can take up to eight weeks to process. While these checks are pending candidates should continue completing all other pre-boarding requirements. Employment may begin once all pre-boarding steps are complete and DCFS clearance has been received.

Who we areLawrence Hall is a Chicago-based nonprofit social services agency that provides therapeutic wellness and skill development services to youth families and neighborhoods affected by lasting trauma. We foster healing and growth through empowerment respect safety and teamwork. Our Transitional...