Mental Health Therapist

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI), is a leading not-for-profit organization providing healing, justice and wholeness to people and communities. For over 150 years, LSSI has made a difference in the lives of children and families, and we're still a strong, viable presence in the State of Illinois, continuing that commitment to making a difference.

LSSI is hiring aBilingual Mental Health Clinician.Work scheduled hours:full time (40 hours per week) in a hybrid model. Saturdays and some evenings are required.Provide therapy tochildren, adolescents and adults in need of individual, group, couples and family therapy, utilizing a variety of modalities.

Benefits and Perks:
LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you're helping make a positive difference in the lives of others, as well as these career advantages:

• On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
• Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience and licensure.
• Salary $49,000-$55,000/Annually.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Flexibility with schedule.
• For Full Time Employees: Comprehensive benefits package include healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
• The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!

Essential Functions:

• Meets financial productivity requirement as set by agency.
• Familiarity with accreditation and licensure standards.
• Complete all documentation per Rule 132/140 agency requirements.
• Adherence to ethical standards of treatment.
• Facilitate community access for/with members.
• Demonstrate knowledge of DSM-V Diagnostic Criteria.
• Participate in weekly supervision and staff meetings, take lead in staff development around clinical issues and how it impacts practice.
• Demonstrate a culturally competent treatment approach to the client population, - meet financial productivity targets.
• Trained and demonstrates proficiency in Electronic Health Record/certification IM CANS.

Position Qualifications:

• MA/MSW required, LCPC/LCSW preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish/English required.
• Competency in computers required.
• Excellent written and communication skills.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, any other characteristic protected by law.