Mental Health Therapist-LCPC LCSW

Job Description

Job Description

Become a champion of hope.

At Rosecrance , we’ve been leading the way in behavioral health services for over a century. Our team empowers individuals and families to overcome substance use and mental health challenges through compassionate care and evidence-based therapies. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, we’re ready to welcome you! We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and help deliver on our mission of hope and recovery.

Position Purpose : In an outpatient setting, the Mental Health Therapist provides mental health counseling and supports to adult clients and their families to achieve rehabilitative, resiliency and recovery goals. Provide continuity of program services in an ethical, legal and moral manner within a safe and therapeutic environment, consistent with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards. Participate as a team member in the delivery of mental health services to clients and their families and facilitate the issues of recovery into their daily living situations. This clinician will provide counseling to a small mental health group and individual clients.

Qualifications :

• Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or related field
• LCPC, LCSW, LMFT required
• CADC preferred
• Experience in behavioral health treatment
• Able to conduct individual, group and family counseling sessions
• Provide case management, treatment planning, and discharge planning for clients

Responsibilities :

Essential Responsibilities :

1. Work hours prescribed by and any additional hours deemed necessary for the responsibilities assigned.

2. Ability to motivate and problem solve with staff regarding effective clinical practices.

3. Ability to be self-motived, seek improved performance, problem solving while meeting the complex needs of the clients and their families.

4. Skills to adapt verbal and written communication to the language and style of the client and their family.

5. Complete all necessary documentation with in the appropriate time lines.

6. Oversee primary case management for designated clients.

7. Conduct individual, group, and family counseling and educational sessions for clients and / or family members.

8. Ensure that client service records are maintained consistent with rules and regulations.

9. Maintain communications with all staff (e.g. admissions, process, and discharge plans).

10. Ability to work with a team to coordinate services from a variety of community resources.

11. Utilize a variety of treatment concepts, evidence based practices and service modalities when providing care.

12. Present workshops, lectures and training to clients, families, and staff and community groups as needed.

13. Be familiar with court proceedings and available to make court appearances on behalf of Rosecrance clients.

14. Serve as a member of the Clinical Team and participate in all team meetings and activities.

15. Exercise confidentiality in keeping with the professional Code of Ethics and within the framework of the law.

16. Deliver exceptional customer service consistently to every customer.

17. Serve as a role model and demonstrate positive guest relations in representing the agency.

18. Assume other related responsibilities as delegated by management.

Job Type : Full-time (40 hours per week)

Work Mode : On-Site

Schedule : Five 8 hour shifts or Four 10 hour shifts

Work Location : Rosecrance Norwood Park

Compensation & Rewards

Second shift : +$1 / hr.

Third shift : +$2 / hr.

Up to $10,000 sign on bonus

Our Benefits :

Rosecrance values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family :

Who We Are

Rosecrance has been at the forefront of providing behavioral health services for over a century. Our mission is to empower individuals and families to overcome substance abuse and mental health challenges through evidence-based therapies and compassionate care. Join us in our mission to foster lasting recovery and transform lives.

We are committed to providing careers that make a difference in the lives of the people we serve and the people we employ. We do this through the work we do, our core mission and values, our employee resources, and especially through our purpose-driven community of opportunity and hope.

Our Health and Safety Commitment

We maintain a zero-tolerance drug-free environment, including marijuana, to prioritize safety for staff and clients. All candidates must pass an occupational health screening, ensuring a secure and healthy workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Rosecrance is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Our hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, skills, and experience relevant to the requirements of the position.

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Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply today and be part of something bigger! Your role at Rosecrance will help transform lives—starting with your own.