Therapist In Training - Family Preservation Services

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Therapist – Family Preservation Program

Lutheran Social Services of WI and Upper MI (LSS)

Serving Taylor, Price, and Sawyer Counties |  Full-Time |  Hybrid-Remote | Flexible Schedule | $2,000 Sign-On Bonus and Relocation Assistance available!

Make a Real Impact in Your Community

Are you passionate about strengthening families and helping individuals thrive?

Lutheran Social Services (LSS) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Therapist in Training to join our Family Preservation Team, serving children, youth, and adults enrolled in Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) throughout Taylor, Price, and Sawyer Counties.

This role offers the opportunity to provide in-home therapy, build meaningful relationships, and support clients in achieving their goals through strength-based, evidence-based practices.

This full‑time, benefit‑eligible salaried position offers exceptional flexibility, empowering you to design your own schedule while accommodating client needs. You can balance daytime, evening, or preferred hours in a way that supports both your professional goals and the individuals you serve.

What You’LL Do

  • Provide therapeutic services to individuals and or families based on assigned programs
  • Collaborate with clients to create goal‑focused, individualized service plans
  • Deliver services in a variety of settings, which may include office, community, or client‑preferred locations
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with agency and funding requirements
  • Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary team members and community partners

What You’LL Bring

  • Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related field
  • Practicum experience relevant to LSS services
  • Eligibility for a WI “in training” license (APSW, MFT, or LPC)
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
  • Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)

Perks & Benefits

  • $2,000 Sign-On Bonus – Ask a recruiter for details!
  • Relocation assistance available
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 403B contributions, flex spending accounts, and mileage reimbursement
  • Free clinical supervision and professional development opportunities
  • Generous PTO + 10 paid holidays
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
  • Employee Assistance Program and wellness support
  • Service awards and recognition

Work Environment

  • Hybrid remote with flexible scheduling
  • Daily travel within assigned counties
  • Services delivered in homes, schools, and community settings
  • Physical activity may include bending, kneeling, and stair climbing

Why LSS?

At LSS, we’re mission-driven and people-focused. We believe in creating inclusive communities where everyone has the support they need to live independently and thrive. Join a team that values your growth, your voice, and your impact.

Ready to Apply?

Take the next step in your career and help transform lives. Apply today and be part of something bigger at Lutheran Social Services of WI and Upper MI.

LSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Key Responsibilities

Provide therapeutic services to individuals and families in home, school, and community settings while developing goal-focused service plans. Maintain accurate documentation and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and community partners to support client goals.

Requirements

Requires a Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy. Candidates must be eligible for a Wisconsin 'in training' license and possess a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Case managementIndividualized service planningStrength-based practiceEvidence-based practiceCollaborationCrisis interventionClinical assessment

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Therapist In Training - Family Preservation Services at Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper MI a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Mental Health Therapy counselor listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility, flexible scheduling.

Counselor Career Context

Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper MI ranks #20 of 25 employers hiring Counselor on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% are remote, 30% have no call, 56% require no weekends — this position is remote.

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Wisconsin is 94.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.7% of Wisconsin clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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About Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper MI

Non-profit Organization Management
West Allis, Wisconsin
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health, dental, and vision insurance
403B contributions
Flex spending accounts
Mileage reimbursement
Free clinical supervision
Professional development opportunities
Generous PTO
10 paid holidays