Residential Programs Therapist

Shelter Youth & Family Services•Arlington Heights, IL

6h•$55,000 - $58,000

About The Position

The Residential Programs Therapist is responsible for the provision of client services to Shelter Youth and Family Services clients in the Emergency Shelters, Transitional Living Program (TLP), and young adults in the Youth Experiencing Homelessness (YEH) Program. In general, these include the provision of clinical services to youth and their families and other duties in compliance with the Illinois Department of Children & Family Services' (DCFS) rules and regulations. This position operates under the direction and supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, who is supervised by the Clinical Director.

Requirements

Master's degree in social work, counseling, or related field
Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) preferred and willing to obtain professional license within first year of hire. ( Shelter c an provide free supervision hours to obtain LCSW or LCPC)
Minimum of 1-2 years of experience providing counseling (individual and/or group therapy)
Demonstrated experience in working with high-risk youth, particularly in the child welfare system
Familiarity with multiple therapeutic evidence-based interventions (i.e., TF-CBT, CBT, DBT)
Knowledge of trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and the unique needs of high-risk clients
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and remain calm under pressure.
Knowledge of trauma-informed practices.
Familiarity with DCFS regulations and child welfare best practices.
IM+CANS certification, or ability to complete IM+CANS certification within 3 months of hire
Valid Illinois driver's license and adequate automobile insurance
Must have a working automobile
Must be at least 25 years of age in accordance with the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services licensing standards
Must complete a medical and TB test and provide results
Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, according to CDC guidelines
Must be fingerprinted by the state of Illinois and must submit to a full background check through the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services
Must submit official educational transcripts from the last school in which the last degree was awarded
Must be able to lift 40 pounds
Must be certified in CPR/First Aid, CPI, and complete new-hire orientation before working independently
Must be available to provide 24-hour on-call support for crisis and emergencies

Nice To Haves

Certification in TF-CBT (preferred)
Shelter Youth and Family Services encourages the application of all bilingual applicants to work with our client community. Applicants who can successfully certify their skill level in reading, speaking, and writing in two languages with the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services may receive an additional salary stipend. Certification testing is set by DCFS.

Responsibilities

Responsible for providing trauma-informed therapeutic services (i.e., TF-CBT, CBT, DBT) for clients within the Residential Programs.
Responsible for delivering training to direct service staff as needed.
Mentoring interns within the emergency shelters.
Attending Multidisciplinary Team Meetings every Wednesday at 10AM for each of the programs.
Responsible for working with the Clinical Supervisor to implement trauma-informed programming for the clients.
Responsible for a caseload of 12-15 clients and providing therapy groups once a week.
Other tasks as assigned by the Clinical Supervisor.
Provide individual therapy and group therapy to clients weekly.
Provide psycho-education and trauma-informed therapeutic groups to clients and/or families based on interest and need.
Facilitate the development, review and modification of clients' clinical treatment, discharge, and aftercare plans.
Collaborate with case management teams to assess client needs, develop individualized treatment plans, and track progress.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and other systems (schools, DCFS, etc.) to support the client as clinically necessary.
Promote a trauma-informed and culturally sensitive approach to care, prioritizing safety, dignity, and well-being of each client.
Maintain compliance in documentation with all relevant licensing, accreditation, and legal requirements, including DCFS, COA, and Medicaid standards.
Maintain comprehensive client records, adhering to the requirements set forth by funding entities, licensing regulations, and accreditation standards.
Ability to complete required documentation within 48 hours.
Respond to crises or emergencies involving clients, providing immediate support and stabilization.
Provide post-crisis support to clients and staff as needed for debriefing and processing.
Provide on-call availability on a rotation basis with other clinical staff.