Therapist In Training or Fully Licensed (DBT Program)

Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan (LSS)
Location: Milwaukee County WI
Employment Type: FullâTime BenefitâEligible

Make a Meaningful Impact Every Day

Lutheran Social Services (LSS) is seeking a Therapist In Training or Fully Licensed to join our Adult Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Program. This is an opportunity to support adults living with persistent mental health and substance use concernsmeeting them both in their homes and in an officeâbased setting to truly meet them where theyre at.

If youre passionate about helping individuals build skills overcome barriers and reach their selfâidentified goals wed love to meet you.

What Youll Do

As part of our Outpatient Services DBT Program you will:

• Provide inâhome and officeâbased DBT therapy to adults in Milwaukee County
• Conduct clinical assessments using interviews and diagnostic tools
• Collaboratively develop individualized treatment plans
• Facilitate weekly DBT individual sessions skills groups and limited afterâhours phone coaching
• Deliver strengthâbased evidenceâbased therapeutic services
• Complete documentation within required timelines
• Attend client recovery team meetings
• Participate actively in clinical supervision
• Work with clients referred directly from Milwaukee County CCS
• Receive compensable time for all work travel and documentation

What Were Looking For

Education & Experience

• Masters degree in Social Work (Mental Health concentration) Counseling Psychology Marriage & Family Therapy or a related field required
• Practicum experience related to services LSS provides
• Prior experience with Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
• Experience providing psychotherapy to adults and/or families
• Eligibility for a training license per WI Department of Safety & Professional Services

Licensure

• Must have or be eligible to obtain one of the following (InâTraining accepted):
  • Advanced Practice Social Worker
  • Marriage & Family Therapist
  • Professional Counselor
• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation
• Must pass MVR check and meet LSS auto insurance requirements

Technology Skills

• Basic computer proficiency
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office preferred (training provided)

Travel

Daily travel within Milwaukee County is required.

Why LSS

• Missionâdriven work
• Supportive team environment
• DBTâdedicated program with clinical supervision
• Full benefits for eligible employees
• Paid training and professional development
• Paid time for travel documentation and client support activities

Ready to Make a Difference

Apply today and help empower individuals on their path to recovery and resilience!

â LSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer