Clinical Therapist - Behavioral Health Clinician
FRIEND HEALTH · Chicago, IL · 3 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
The Behavioral Health Clinician is a Master’s-level licensed or license-eligible therapist responsible for providing comprehensive mental health services, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions. This role supports individuals experiencing a wide range of mental health conditions and may operate across multiple service lines, including outpatient therapy, crisis assessment and intervention, and specialized programming (e.g., Applied Behavior Analysis), depending on program assignment. The Clinician promotes recovery, symptom stabilization, and improved functioning through person-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive care.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy utilizing evidence-based practices (e.g., CBT, DBT-informed approaches, trauma-informed care)
- Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial and psychiatric assessments, including suicide and risk evaluations
- Formulate DSM-5 diagnoses and assess appropriate levels of care using standardized tools (e.g., LOCUS)
- Develop, implement, and regularly update individualized, measurable treatment plans in collaboration with clients
- Monitor client progress, adjust interventions, and support achievement of clinical goals and outcomes
- Deliver crisis intervention, de-escalation, and stabilization services for individuals in acute distress
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists, case managers, nurses, and external providers, to ensure coordinated and holistic care
- Participate in clinical supervision, case consultation, and team meetings to support quality care delivery
- Engage in ongoing professional development to maintain licensure and enhance clinical competencies
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, or a closely related behavioral health field required.
- Licensed eligible therapist - LCSW, LCPC.
- Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment planning skills.
- Knowledge of DSM-5 criteria and level-of-care determination tools (e.g., LOCUS).
- Proficiency in evidence-based therapeutic modalities.
- Ability to manage crisis situations with sound clinical judgment and professionalism.
- Strong interpersonal and engagement skills with diverse populations.
- Effective collaboration and communication within multidisciplinary teams.
- High level of organization and attention to detail in documentation and compliance.
- Cultural humility and commitment to equitable, person-centered care.
- Experience providing psychotherapy to individuals with mental health disorders across diverse populations preferred.
- Experience with crisis intervention, risk assessment, and higher levels of care coordination strongly preferred.
- Experience working in community mental health or outpatient settings preferred.
- Experience with evidence-based practices and documentation requirements (e.g., Medicaid/Rule 132) preferred.
Skills
- Knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic modalities
- Ability to manage crisis situations
- Strong interpersonal and engagement skills
- Effective collaboration and communication
- Cultural humility and commitment to equitable care
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits Package, including: Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Contributions
- Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Development Opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pay
TBD
Schedule
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