MST-EA Therapist

Youth Outreach Services•Chicago, IL

4d•$50,000 - $58,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Youth Outreach Services is seeking a dedicated and compassionate MST-EA Therapist to provide intensive, family-centered services to youth and families in the community. This is an exciting opportunity to make a direct impact by helping young people overcome challenges, strengthen family relationships, and achieve positive long-term outcomes through the evidence-based Multisystemic Therapy (MST) model.

Requirements

Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field required.
Candidates with a Bachelor's degree and significant clinical experience may also be considered.
Experience or internship working with at-risk youth and families preferred.
Background in juvenile justice, child welfare, residential treatment, psychiatric services, or community-based programs is a plus.
Strong clinical, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Valid driver's license and reliable daily access to a personal vehicle required.
Bilingual Spanish skills are highly preferred.
Commitment to working effectively with diverse communities and families.

Nice To Haves

Experience or internship working with at-risk youth and families
Background in juvenile justice, child welfare, residential treatment, psychiatric services, or community-based programs
Bilingual Spanish skills

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive assessments, including MST-related screening tools and evaluations.
Build strong partnerships with caregivers, family members, and community support systems to promote lasting change.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans using the MST Analytic Process.
Provide direct clinical services in homes, schools, and other community settings.
Collaborate with schools, probation officers, referral sources, law enforcement, and community agencies to support client success.
Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation within the electronic health record (EHR) system.
Participate in ongoing supervision, MST consultation, and professional development opportunities.
Contribute to program development, quality improvement initiatives, and agency-wide efforts to enhance services.
Ensure all services are delivered in a culturally responsive manner while maintaining HIPAA confidentiality standards.