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 while collaborating to create goal-focused, individualized service plans. Maintain accurate documentation and work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver care in home, school, and community settings.
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
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Therapist In Training - Family Preservation Services 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 7,695 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 #16 of 20 employers hiring Counselor on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 42% are remote, 26% have no call, 64% require no weekends — this position is remote.
Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 9.7% 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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