Trauma Group Therapist

Compass Health Center•Chicago, IL

15d•Onsite

About The Position

Weekly outpatient therapy isn't always enough, and a trip to the ER isn't the only answer. Patients and their families rely on Compass Health Center when in crisis – every day, we help people overcome depression, anxiety, suicidality, obsessions/compulsions, trauma, chronic pain, and other obstacles in order for our patients to live freely. At the core of Compass we believe in the power of community and connection, which is why we are committed to our group-based programming. As a group therapist, you will spend the majority of your time with our patients facilitating evidenced based groups using modalities like CBT, DBT, and ACT. We are seeking new and experienced clinicians with a passion for delivering dynamic and informative groups for our patients. If you are seeking an opportunity to provide exceptional care, we’d love to have you on our team. Our centrally located Chicago office is nestled in the vibrant neighborhood of North Center, not to mention the social events hosted on our fully furnished rooftop!

Requirements

Hold the following licenses or education: LSW (or LSW eligible), LPC (or LPC eligible), LCSW, or LCPC
Have experience working with adults in group and individual therapy settings
Have background and/or training in evidence-based, trauma-focused interventions, including Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Prolonged Exposure (PE) (training may be provided, if candidate lacks prior training and experience with these approaches)
Possess knowledge of CBT, DBT, ACT and group dynamics
Have previous experience working with patients in crisis as well as those who have experience trauma

Responsibilities

Providing group therapy/ leading skills groups for patients in a safe and therapeutic milieu
Developing effective therapeutic group relationships that promote positive change in patients
Utilizing empirically-supported interventions for presenting issues and diagnoses associated with trauma, including ACT, CPT, DBT, motivational interviewing, and psychoeducation skills
Meeting individually with patients, as needed
Safety planning with patients, as needed
Charting progress of patients appropriately
Collaborating with treatment team and outpatient providers
Completing/participating in patients’ discharges
Participating in professional development activities