Licensed Therapist (LSW/LPC) Sign on bonus $1000.00 at 3 months and $1000.00 at 6 months

Position Overview

The Licensed Therapist will provide crisis intervention, de-escalation, and stabilization services to our male adult population in the Front Door Diversion Program. Services are time-limited to prevent additional crises and mitigate adverse health outcomes. Collaboration with local law enforcement, social service agencies, and NYAP departments is essential.

Responsibilities

• Actively supports, represents, and extends the organization's mission, vision, and values.
• Completes all follow-up care and home visits within required time limits.
• Reassess safety and provide referrals for behavioral health and other needed services.
• Utilize evidence-based treatment modalities to improve outcomes.
• Prepare and maintain written reports that contain clinical material secure, confidential, and in compliance with state and federal privacy.
• Provide short-term, culturally humble, client-centered, solution-focused clinical intervention.
• Develop or participate in the development of safety and crisis management plans to assist individuals in maintaining personal safety and those around them when under increased stress.
• Actively engage the individual and their natural supports and treatment providers in this process and plan development.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field from a CSWE accredited college or university- plus two (2) years of supervised postgraduate experience in mental health or human services.
• Holds an Illinois state license in the following areas: LSW, LCSW, LPCC, and/or LMFT.
• Knowledge of theories and frameworks related to Structural Violence; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; Institutional Racism; or Mental Health.
• Previous experience in crisis response, substance abuse, juvenile justice, or equivalent.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smartphones and tablets, printers, fax machines, and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs.
• An awareness or acceptance of the NASW Code of Ethics.
• Is committed to serving the underserved with dignity, compassion, and respect.
• Is an effective and efficient communicator.

Skills

• Administrative and supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations of social services, mental health, and children and families, crisis response, and substance abuse preferred.
• Leadership experience in community engagement, activism, or organizing.
• Experience designing and implementing programs, initiatives, or research projects.

Benefits

• Compensation: $60,000.00- $65,000.00 annually, commensurate with licensure.
• Sign-On Bonus: $1,000 at 3 and 6 months ($2,000 total).
• Productivity bonuses apply.
• Excellent training and continuing education and development opportunities offered on topics such as: PCIT, NMT, TF-CBT, BFST, CSAYC, TBRI, FFT and many, many more!
• Student Loan Repayment assistance, up to $1,200 per year!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits for you and your family!
• 22 Days Off Each Year!
• Plus 11 Paid Holidays Per Year!
• Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k).
• Summer Hours Off (Half Day Fridays)
• Tuition Assistance
• Work Anniversary Trips!
• Pace Leave.
• Mileage reimbursement
• Flexible schedule
• Parental leave

Other Information

Driving and Vehicle Requirements: Valid driver’s license. Reliable personal transportation. Good driving record. Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability. If this describes YOU, please apply today!

www.nyap.org/employment

NYAP also requires all of our employees, regardless of your title/position, to hold and maintain automobile liability insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000. Please contact our HR department with questions, 614-487-3888 or hr@nyap.org.

The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.