Therapist

Trinity Services Inc.•Joliet, IL

17d•$50,000 - $54,000

About The Position

Under the direction and immediate supervision of the Program Director/Team Leader, The Individual Resiliency Training (IRT) Therapist/QMHP/LPHA, assists individuals in understanding and managing their illness. The IRT Therapist helps participants identify goals, build coping skills, and strengthen problem-solving abilities to enhance self-efficacy and community functioning. The IRT Therapist may also provide Family Psychoeducation and Support as part of treatment.

Requirements

Considerable knowledge of the techniques and principles of child and family development, family systems theory, individual, family, behavioral therapy (ACT, DBT), and crisis focused interventions.
Strong communication, leadership, and counseling skills.
Ability to independently diagnose using the DSM 5.
Strong command of treating people with chronic mental illness.
Demonstrated knowledge of correct procedures for Medicaid billing
Completion of Master’s Degree in psychology, counseling, social work or related field.
Completion of Quality Behavior Solutions (QBS) Safety Care training, CPR, and First aid (upon hire).

Nice To Haves

Clinical License (LCPC, LCSW, LMFT) preferred

Responsibilities

Provide Individual Resiliency Training (IRT) using manualized, CBT-p–informed modules
Assist participants in identifying personal goals, building coping skills, and strengthening problem-solving abilities
Conduct intake assessments and engage individuals and families in services.
Facilitate timely and coordinated transitions from hospital discharge or crisis stabilization to outpatient care.
Participate in weekly multidisciplinary team meetings.
Guide clinical interventions and ensure evidence-based practices are implemented
Engage families in treatment planning and recovery support
Deliver family education, including education on psychotic disorders, coping strategies, and effective communication.
Assess suicide risk and safety concerns as clinically indicated.
Coordinate family involvement, ensure family discussions are incorporated into team meetings, and serve as a liaison between the recovery team and the family system.
Collaborate with the Coordinated Specialty Care (CSC) team through weekly team meetings and monthly CBT-p consultations.
Promote shared decision-making, reduce stigma, and support collaborative, family-informed recovery.
Maintains service records, database, and statistics.
Submits documentation for services in a timely fashion
Ensure that all documentation and communications align with Trinity Services’ mission, values, and operational needs.
Completes daily paperwork and data collection notes in a detailed, accurate, consistent and timely manner
Handle all confidential information in a professional and secure manner
Other duties as assigned