Adult IOP PHP Case Therapist II

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare • Sycamore, IL

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About The Position

Northwestern Medicine is seeking an experienced clinician to join its team as a Case Therapist II. The role reflects the organization’s mission, vision, and values and requires adherence to its Code of Ethics, Corporate Compliance Program, policies, procedures, and regulatory and accreditation standards.

The clinician provides treatment in an intensive outpatient/partial hospitalization setting, using effective treatment planning, creative therapeutic interventions, and integrative, evidence-based approaches. Services include primarily group therapy as well as individual and family counseling. The role also involves coordinating care with the treatment team, patients, and families; maintaining timely and accurate medical-record documentation; and supporting discharge planning and continuity of care.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a behavioral health field.
• Must be license eligible at the time of hire, with a timeframe determined by the manager to secure a behavioral health license.
• Minimum two years of experience in a clinical treatment setting in substance abuse and/or mental health.
• Two years of experience in an intensive treatment setting providing individual and group counseling in a substance abuse and/or mental health setting.
• Computer comfort and customer service skills.
• Experience with a motivational interviewing style.
• Strong time-management, organizational, and detail-oriented skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in addictions.
• Two to five years of experience in a clinical treatment setting in substance abuse and/or mental health.
• A behavioral health license, such as LCPC, LCSW, PsyD, or LMFT.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide direct clinical services, primarily group therapy, as well as individual and family counseling.
• Coordinate care through effective communication with the treatment team, patients, and families.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the medical record.
• Support discharge planning and continuity of care across the treatment spectrum.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Loan forgiveness
• 401(k) matching
• Lifecycle benefits
• A wide range of benefits supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being and protection for unexpected life events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level