Therapist - In Training
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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
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 5% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,558 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 #24 of 28 employers hiring Counselor on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 62% are remote, 28% have no call, 44% require no weekends — this position is remote.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 8.3 / 10 · top 5% in mental health therapy (counseling) | ranked against 7,558 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Mental Health Therapy median $76k (middle half $62k–$84k)10 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Wisconsin index 94.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Mental Health Therapy listings in Wisconsin | 146 active | 7,597 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | remote | peers: 62% remote · 28% no call · 44% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | loan repayment | Wisconsin counselor listings (all specialties): 14% state a sign-on bonus (median $3k) · 15% offer loan repayment235 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Mental Health Therapy listings | 2,551 in the last 30 days | 1,401 the 30 days before (+82%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper MI | #24 of 28 for pay | Top Employers work-life index |
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