Therapist - In Training

Counselor 8.3 Work-LifeFull-Time

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Job Description

Therapist in Training (Full-Time)

Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan (LSS) Location: 1850

Cranston Road, Beloit, WI 53511

Begin Your Clinical Career with Purpose

Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan (LSS) is seeking a

full-time Therapist In Training to join our Beloit outpatient mental health

team. This is an excellent opportunity for a master's-level clinician who is

working toward independent licensure and wants meaningful clinical experience,

high-quality supervision, and the opportunity to serve individuals involved with

the Department of Corrections (DOC) and other community-based populations.

If you are passionate about helping people build healthier lives while growing

your clinical skills in a supportive environment, we encourage you to apply.

What You'll Do

Under the supervision of a licensed therapist or psychologist, you will:

* Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and evaluations

* Develop collaborative treatment plans

* Provide individual psychotherapy and counseling services

* Deliver psychoeducation and skill-building interventions

* Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation

* Participate in treatment team and recovery team meetings

* Collaborate with community partners and referral sources

* Engage in ongoing clinical supervision and professional development

* Utilize trauma-informed, person-centered, and evidence-based practices

This position is primarily focused on individual therapy services. While

occasional group coverage opportunities may arise, group facilitation is not a

primary responsibility of this role.

Work Environment & Schedule

We understand the importance of flexibility for clinicians.

Hybrid Work Schedule

* Onsite in Beloit: Monday and Wednesday

* Telehealth: Tuesday and Thursday

* Friday: Telehealth or onsite based on client and program needs

Flexible Scheduling

Therapists have flexibility to establish a schedule that works for them and

their clients. Examples may include:

* Four 10-hour days

* Monday through Thursday with a shorter Friday

* Other consistent schedules approved by leadership

One evening appointment per week is required, typically scheduled at 5:00 PM, to

support client access to services.

Once established, schedules should remain consistent to support continuity of

care for clients.

Perks

* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

* By being employed with LSS, which is a non-profit agency, you can be

eligible for loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness

program.

* Loans are eligible to be forgiven after 10 years of on-time and consistent

payments through the income-based re-payment plan.

* Assistance navigating the PSLF through Summer

* Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

* Flex Spending for Dependent & Health Care

* Mileage reimbursement

* Paid Time Off

* 10 Paid Holidays

* Ability to Contribute to 403B

* LSS makes annual raises a priority for employees

* Calm Wellness App – Premium Access

* Student loan navigation program with Summer, PBC

* Early Earned Wage Access with UKG Wallet

* Employee Assistance Program

* Service Awards and Recognition

Qualifications

REQUIRED

* Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage & Family

Therapy, or a related behavioral health field

* Practicum experience related to mental health, substance use, or

community-based services

* Eligible for or currently holding a Wisconsin "In Training" license,

including

* Advanced Practice Social Worker (APSW)

* Professional Counselor In Training (LPC-IT)

* Marriage and Family Therapist In Training (MFT-IT)

* Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

PREFERRED

* Active mental health licensure

* Experience working with justice-involved populations

* Knowledge of trauma-informed care and evidence-based treatment models

Professional Development Opportunities

LSS is committed to helping clinicians grow. Depending on program needs,

therapists may have opportunities to receive additional specialized training,

including evidence-based approaches utilized within DOC programming and

community behavioral health settings.

Why Join LSS?

At LSS, our mission is to act compassionately, serve humbly, and lead

courageously. As part of our team, you'll receive:

* Clinical supervision and support toward licensure

* Flexible hybrid work options

* Meaningful work that makes a difference in the community

* Opportunities for professional development and specialized training

* Collaborative and supportive team environment

* Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees

About LSS

Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan is one of the largest

nonprofit human services organizations in the region. We provide compassionate

care and support services that empower people to live their best lives and

strengthen communities throughout Wisconsin and Upper Michigan.

Lutheran Social Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Key Responsibilities

The therapist will conduct comprehensive clinical assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide individual psychotherapy services under supervision. They will also maintain accurate clinical documentation and collaborate with community partners and treatment teams.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Treatment PlanningPerson-centered TherapyMental Health SupportCrisis InterventionCase Management

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Therapist - In Training at Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper MI a 8.3 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 10% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,736 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.

Counselor Career Context

Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper MI ranks #26 of 30 employers hiring Counselor on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% are remote, 30% have no call, 50% require no weekends — this position is remote.

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.5% 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

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Flex Spending for Dependent & Health Care
Mileage reimbursement
Paid Time Off
10 Paid Holidays
Ability to Contribute to 403B
Annual raises