Therapist

Treatment Therapist - LCSW preferred but not required

$2,000 Sign-On Bonus

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

Person-Centered Approach

Strengths-Based Practice

Safe & Supportive Environment

Collaboration

Cultural Responsiveness & Inclusion

Program Support & Continuous Improvement

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.