Therapist

DescriptionWHAT SETS THRESHOLDS APARTCompetitive pay - Salary Range: $57,500 - $63,500 annuallyCommensurate with licensure and experience$1000 salary increase for LSW or LPC$1000 salary increase for CADCGenerous PTO (9 federal holidays, 8 days of sick leave, 15-22 days personal and vacation) Dental insurance, vision insurance,4 medical insurance plans 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match Robust employee assistance program (EAP) Mileage reimbursement Public service loan forgiveness Cell phone reimbursement (up to $50/month) Supervision for clinical licensure at no cost (LSW, LCSW, LPC, LCPC)Free CEUs20+ trainings in various treatment models (CBT, Trauma-informed CBT, Motivational Interviewing, ACT, DBT, harm reduction, WRAP, Internal Family Systems, and more)Reimbursement for professional licensure and license renewalAgency-paid malpractice insuranceContribute your counseling and substance use treatment skills and experience to make a positive change in your community! The Center for Mental Wellbeing, Thresholds' Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) is a one-stop shop for mental health and substance use services based in McHenry for families and individuals of all ages. The Center is committed to providing care regardless of ability to pay, and cares for those who are underserved, low income, are insured, uninsured, or on Medicaid. We offer a sliding scale program that provides discounted services to individuals based on family size and income. As the Therapist, you will provide individual and group therapy in the clinic setting to community members with a profound need.Every week, you will work with individuals with mental health and substance use disorders for brief outpatient therapy. Meet clients where they are in their recovery journey, using harm reduction practices to encourage clients in all stages of treatment from preparation to action and relapse prevention. You will meet face-to-face with the client or guardian to assess needs, identify goals, and develop integrated treatment plans. Often this will look like individual therapy sessions, but you will also provide group therapy, facilitate therapeutic workshops, and encourage clients to attend mutual aid groups. You will also do case consultation and crisis intervention.The culture at Thresholds is collaborative and supportive, providing you with the tools and resources you need for the best client care. Opportunities for training and professional development, including clinical supervision, will deepen your knowledge and expand your clinical skills in harm reduction, safer substance practices, trauma-informed care, and therapeutic modalities including CBT, DBT, ACT, WRAP, and motivational interviewing.To succeed in this role, you need:Passion for mental health advocacyExcellent communication and relationship-building skillsGood writing skillsStrong time management and organizationFlexibility to work with different populations and needs (various ages, groups, couples, individuals)Competence with incorporating various modalities into practiceSubstance use treatment experience preferredWillingness to work 1-2 evenings each weekRequirementsMaster's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related fieldCurrent clinical licensure/certification or licensure/certification eligibility requiredLSW, LPC, LCSW, LCPC, LMFT ORCADCPrior experience providing substance use treatment preferredThresholds is a mission-driven agency with a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We foster an environment where all feel valued and respected, a place where every employee can be themselves, thrive, and support the agency's mission.Click here to learn more.One of the oldest and largest community mental health organizations in Illinois, we pride ourselves in being a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace and one of Chicago's 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For, several years in a row.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.