Clinical Therapist - Mindstrong Chicago

Thresholds
medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, sick time, 403(b), retirement plan, mileage reimbursement
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Mar 12, 2025
Description Want to be part of an innovative team, while gaining specialized therapeutic skills to make a life-long impact on the mental health of youth and their families? Thresholds' Emerging Adults Division is seeking licensed clinicians to fill Therapist roles at our growing Chicago site. These programs use evidence-informed coordinated care approaches to treat young adults struggling with serious mental illness, First Episode of Psychosis, & Clinical High Risk for Psychosis. These services are aimed at changing the trajectory of mental health needs for young people and is part of a national innovative movement in services. The multidisciplinary team provides specialized assessment, care coordination, individual therapy, family psychoeducation, medication management, vocational/educational support, & community outreach utilizing evidence informed approaches. The new therapists will receive expert training in our treatment models & play an integral role in the growth & development of our Emerging Adult programs. The Therapist will be responsible for generating treatment plans, providing individual therapy, completing diagnostic assessments, assisting with care coordination, and leading family education efforts. In addition, they will assist with facilitating workshops, activities, and programs that will contribute to Young Adults' overall development. The Therapist works within a team-oriented, strengths-based approach, ensuring collaboration within the team and with other providers to facilitate integration of services. The successful candidate will have experience providing mental health services to young adults. To succeed in this role, you need: Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Strong basic computer skills Strong document services in a clear and effective manner Must function well independently and as part of a team Must have a valid Drivers License Daily access to a personal vehicle Willingness to provide transportation for members of the program Must obtain and maintain liability car insurance of: $100,000 per person bodily injury $300,000 per accident $100,000 property damage LCSW or LCPC is preferred Experience with DBT and Expressive Arts is a plus. Learn more about the innovative work of our programs through published research here: https://www.pathwaysrtc.pdx.edu/focal-point-S1908 What sets Thresholds apart: Competitive pay - Base Rate: $56,000 - $62,000 annually Subject to increase based on education and experience Generous PTO (9 federal holidays, 8 days of sick leave, 15-22 days personal and vacation) Dental insurance, vision insurance,medical insurance plans 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match Robust employee assistance program (EAP) Mileage reimbursement Cell Phone reimbursement Public service loan forgiveness Supervision for clinical licensure at no cost (LSW, LCSW, LPC, LCPC) DBT, CBT, DCFS, therapy, multidisciplinary Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)