Clinical Therapist

Envision Unlimited • Chicago, IL

5d

About The Position

Clinical Therapists are members of a multidisciplinary team providing trauma-informed therapy services to clients with co-occurring mental illness and developmental disabilities. The role includes assessment, treatment planning, and individual therapy for clients aged 18 and older. Services may be provided in the community, at EU day centers, or via telehealth. The therapist coordinates with outside agencies as needed and keeps families, guardians, and Envision Unlimited staff informed of clients’ progress in collaboration with the treatment team. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in the social service arena, including internships.
• Ability to work with diverse populations with multifaceted needs.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license or state ID.
• Approval to drive agency vehicles through agency insurance.
• Pass a criminal background check.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with mental health and intellectual/developmental disability (I/DD) populations.
• Knowledge of Medicaid standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health assessments and semiannual treatment planning for assigned clients using the State-approved IM/CANS tool.
• Ensure treatment plans include objectives reflecting clients’ identified needs.
• Provide individual therapy, assessments, and treatment planning to clients aged 18 and older.
• Provide therapy services in the community, at EU day centers, and via telehealth.
• Provide information to outside agencies as requested to coordinate and ensure the appropriateness of services.
• Work with the client’s treatment team to keep family, guardians, and other Envision Unlimited staff informed of client progress.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Respect individual diversity and refrain from discrimination based on legally protected characteristics or conduct.
• Help create and maintain a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive work environment.

What This Job Offers

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