Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago partners with mission-driven people and organizations across Cook and Lake counties to witness a message of mercy and hope to a world in need by improving lives and nourishing spirits; strengthening and empowering people, families, and communities; and committing to being present to our times through the eyes of faith.

Role Overview
The Therapist provides trauma-informed, community-based mental health services to individuals and families through assessment, therapeutic intervention, care coordination, and group facilitation while maintaining accurate clinical documentation, meeting productivity and billing requirements, collaborating with stakeholders, and engaging in ongoing professional development to support client and organizational success.

Job Responsibilities

Effectively engage individuals and families in the therapeutic process and complete mental health assessments utilizing a systems framework and trauma-informed approach among other modalities. Meet with clients at a CCAC site, in the community, or provides services via telehealth.
Work independently and consistently exercises discretion and sound judgment in providing community mental health services to individuals and families. Meet programmatic benchmarks for productivity.
Properly record all insurance billing for client services, verify documents, and submit information according to program protocol and CCAC policy. Responsible for thorough, timely, and accurately-written documentation for the client file. Record information in prescribed data systems. Complete statistical information in a timely manner. In addition to individual and family services, may provide group therapy, lead support groups, conduct psychosocial educational groups, and deliver presentations to community groups or consultations to schools and secondary settings. May provide recommendations and testimony for court (specifically when working with DCFS-involved clients).
Collaborates with internal stakeholders as needed.
Engage in ongoing learning, training, and skill development, seeking and applying feedback to continuously improve performance and contribute to team and organizational success.

PLEASE NOTE: Essential functions include all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Kneel and move from sitting, bending, kneeling, or standing multiple times a day
Lift, push, and pull up to 10 lbs

Other Requirements: Comply with program and/or requirements related to:

Background check
DMV Check
Fingerprinting
FBI/State (Pre-hire), DCFS (post-hire), DCFS CANTS; EC ONLY: CPS fingerprints, State sex offender, national sex offender, IL state police murder and violent offender

Additional Requirements:

Driver's License
Automobile Insurance
Reliable Transportation

Education and Experience Requirements:

Minimum

Bachelor's degree in a related field of study 1-3 years relevant experience

Preferred

Master's degree in a related field of study 3-5 years relevant experience

Certifications and Licensure

Preferred Clinical Licensure

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