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Pays $50k-$58k — Counselor market median is ~$63k (17 jobs)

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Kenneth Young Center

Northwest suburbs of Chicago, Illinois

Community Therapist

CounselorIncludes callIncludes weekendsFull-Time
Posted 4mo ago

About the Role

Community mental health therapist. Flexible schedule. Occasional evenings/Saturdays. Optional on-call. PSLF eligible. 4 weeks PTO. Health insurance. 403b match.

Join Kenneth Young Center as a Community Therapist in Northwest suburbs of Chicago, Illinois.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide community support, case management, therapy, independent living skills training, crisis intervention and stabilization services using individual and group modalities as needed
  • Manage clinical caseload, complete bi-annual IMCANS assessment and treatment plan and other Medicaid required paperwork
  • Develop topics and curriculum and lead weekly therapy and/or skills group at permanent supportive housing buildings in the area, in conjunction with Team Lead and team members
  • Engage clients in the development of treatment plan goals, objectives and interventions that address their assessed behavioral health needs and review and reassess progress at prescribed intervals

Requirements

  • Work with Team Lead and other team members to identify, plan, and coordinate provision of behavioral health service offerings
  • Meet productivity target estimated at 50-60% billable service
  • Participate in clinical and administrative supervision as directed, to receive and offer feedback and for performance evaluation and seek additional clinical and program consultation as needed
  • Participate in All Staff meetings and other staff meetings and trainings as directed by Team Lead

Benefits & Compensation

  • Salary range: $50,000 to $58,000 annually.
  • Signing bonus offered.
  • 20 days PTO.
  • Student loan repayment assistance.
  • PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • Call responsibilities required.
  • Flexible scheduling available.

This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Kenneth Young Center in Northwest suburbs of Chicago, Illinois.

Licensure & Certifications

Requires a Master's degree in social work, psychology, or a related discipline. Candidates must possess a valid Illinois driver's license and have daily access to a reliable vehicle for community-based work.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

CEN

Key Skills

Mental health assessmentCrisis interventionCase managementTherapeutic careTrauma-informed careStrength-based assessmentTreatment planningDe-escalationIndependent living skills trainingClinical documentationCommunity supportGroup facilitationMedicaid documentationBehavioral health services

Position Insights

AI ANALYSIS

This role scores 3.0/10 on work-life balance for Counselor roles.

Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...

Benefits analysis: Compared to 17 similar roles, this listing's benefits package ranks...

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401k / retirement match
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About Kenneth Young Center

Mental Health Care
Elk Grove Village, IL
201-500 employees
Website

Benefits & Perks

403(b) plan with organizational matching
Medical Insurance (Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois)
Dental and Vision Insurance
Long Term and Short Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account
Basic life insurance
Incentive program with potential for quarterly bonuses
Opportunity for annual bonus and salary increase
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