Primary Therapist (LCSWLCPC) (In-Person)

DEFINITION

As per the general direction this role involves planning organizing directing coordinating and evaluating major programs within Adolescent Growth Inc. The job holder will be responsible for acting as a liaison between assigned program areas and division management and will assist the Director and Sr. Behavioral Health Managers in the overall administration of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services at our Illinois addition they will supervise the work of professional technical and clerical staff while also performing other assigned duties.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Ability to:

• Plan organize direct and evaluate the work of a multidisciplinary professional staff providing mental health and/or substance abuse treatment including case management services.
• Direct and coordinate mental health and/or substance abuse clinical activities.
• Prepare and present various periodic and special reports of both a Professional and administrative nature.
• Identify the need for and develop proposed changes in current program practices policies and procedures.
• Analyze evaluate and develop specialized programs or grant or contract requests.
• Provide professional consultation and program leadership techniques methods and procedures of program area and administrative functions.
• Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms expressing complex and technical terminology and concepts understandably.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with others.
• Apply a reasonable degree of physical exertion to control client behavior in emergencies.

Training and Experience:

Qualifications for this position can be obtained through a combination of training and experience. To be considered a minimum of three years of licensed or certified professional experience is required in a multidisciplinary mental health and/or substance abuse program. The experience should include administrative management and/or clinical supervision that demonstrates possession of the knowledge and abilities.

AND

Completion of academic coursework and training as defined below:

1. Masters degree in social work from an accredited school of social work;
2. Masters degree in Psychology or a related field from an accredited school.
3. Licensed: LCSW or LCPC at least 2 years

Candidates not LCSW/LCPC licensed will not be considered for this position.

AboutAdolescent Growth Inc

Adolescent Growth Inc. is a healthcare holding company based in Pasadena. It is one of the nations leading mental health-focused healthcare providers dedicated to offering wellness services to adolescents aged 12 to 17 and adults. Adolescent Growth provides mental health services for conditions such as depression bipolar disorder and others. Adolescent Growth is devoted to supporting its local communities by partnering with organizations that promote health literacy and ongoing mental health support.

Required Experience:

Junior IC