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Family Therapist

Warren Township Center
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Job Summary

Under the direction of the Executive Director of Youth Services, the full-time Family Therapist provides professional counseling and referral services to youth and families. Utilizing various theoretical approaches, Therapists provide individual, marital, and family counseling, with the goal of providing support, alleviating conflict, and fostering personal, family, and community well-being.

  • Flexibility in scheduling is required; some evenings and/or Saturday mornings may be required. Position is generally onsite.
  • Qualified candidates interested in part-time hours may be considered. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

  • Conduct assessment interview with clients and their families.
  • Provide crisis intervention counseling to client(s) and their family.
  • Conduct individual, family, and group counseling sessions.
  • Assist clients in developing solution-focused resolution to problems.
  • Make referrals to other community agencies when appropriate.
  • Provide public education on a variety of topics.
  • Provide services in public settings such as schools, libraries, restaurants, etc.
  • Maintain and complete files and client documentation in compliance with quality assurance and utilization policies and procedures.
  • Close counseling cases following established protocol.
  • Provide follow-up counseling as necessary.
  • Train, monitor, and supervise interns, as determined by Executive Director. Prepare any mid-term and final reports required by intern's school.
  • Maintain HIPAA guidelines.
  • Adhere to agency policies.
  • Operate pursuant to federal and state laws, as well as professional codes of ethics and codes of conduct.
  • Maintain professional ethics and behaviors.
  • Submit and keep current a weekly schedule of counseling sessions, meetings and office hours.
  • Meet for supervision.
  • Establish positive relationships and networks with community and referral agencies.
  • Maintain a positive working relationship with other staff members.  
  • Attend staff meetings as requested.
  • Maintain licensure through continuing education and seek professional development through conferences, trainings and CEUs. May supervise other team members in the process of obtaining licenses.
  • Participate in Township related events as requested.
  • Perform overflow duties as needed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Experience and working knowledge of treatment theory, techniques and processes, including individual and family therapy dynamics, focusing on adolescent and family orientation. 
  • Ability to evaluate ongoing treatment progress.
  • Working knowledge of DSM V (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition).
  • Ability to diagnose and complete psychosocial assessments.
  • Knowledge of principles related to child and adolescent development.
  • Skill in developing effective and productive therapeutic relationships with clients and their families.
  • Knowledge of federal, state laws and regulations, ethical standards and code of conduct in dealing with clients and the public.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
  • Knowledge of basic computer and software programs. 

Job Specifications

Minimum Education, Experience & Certification:

  • Master's Degree in a human services field and an Illinois license or license eligibility as an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor), LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor), LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist), or Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP).
  • 2-3 years of experience working with youth and families preferred. Experience working with drug/alcohol dependencies preferred. CADC licensing ideal. Play and/or trauma therapy experience helpful.
  • Flexibility in scheduling is required; some evenings and/or Saturday mornings may be required.
  • Must pass a comprehensive background investigation.
  • Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus.
  • Qualified candidates interested in part-time hours may be considered.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Working conditions are normal for an office environment. The physical and mental demands are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May be required to sit or stand for extended periods. Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer, stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions, strength to lift up to 10 pounds, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.

Benefits

Full-time, FLSA exempt employees are eligible for the following benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Health Reimbursement Account
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Paid Time Off 
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • IMRF Pension Plan
  • 457(b) & Roth IRA options

Want to apply?

  1. Download and complete the application: WT Employment Application.pdf 
  2. Email application and resume to: hr@warrentownship.net 

Miscellaneous Information

Warren Township is an equal opportunity employer; all applicants are considered without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, parental status, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.