Mental Health Therapist

THE JOSSELYN CENTER NFP•Northbrook, IL

72d•$50,000 - $60,000

About The Position

The Staff Therapist provides clinical services to children, adolescents, and/or adults, as assigned, in support of Josselyn’s vision of Mental Health For All. The clinician is accountable for related clinical, administrative, Quality, and Compliance responsibilities. The stated salary range is $50,000–$60,000, with compensation determined by the clinical director based on experience.

Requirements

A clinically related graduate degree, such as an M.A. in Counseling, MSW, MSMFT, Psy.D., Ph.D. in Psychology, or another degree that qualifies the candidate as a QMHP in Illinois.
Three professional references reflecting the ability to perform clinical work.

Responsibilities

Provide therapy, counseling, crisis intervention, case management, and client-centered consultation to clients and their families.
Maintain direct service hours at 63% per month.
Keep detailed, confidential records of client sessions, progress, assessments, and treatment plans.
Create and maintain IMCANS (IATP) assessments: complete the IATP within 30 days of the initial meeting, review and modify it as needed, update and record it in CIS as needed, and ensure updates are completed before the six-month due date.
Complete the LOCUS in a timely fashion.
Enter progress notes into the medical record as soon as possible and no later than three business days after the date of service.
Keep the EMR calendar and other primary sources up to date.
Coordinate care with internal and external clinical staff and providers.
Attend and participate in clinical presentations and required meetings.
Respond to outreach and coordination regarding client fees and payments.
Participate in accreditation and certification processes, committee work, strategic planning, and community-related services as appropriate.