Therapist In Training- Family Preservation Services

Lutheran Social Services
57200.00
vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 403(b), mileage reimbursement
United States, Wisconsin, Wausau
Nov 07, 2024
Lutheran Social Services (LSS) is a private, non-profit, human service agency providing a variety of services throughout Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. Over the years, LSS has grown to become one of the largest human service agencies in the two state area serving more than 125,000 clients annually. We are looking for passionate, mission-driven individuals like you to help provide services including outpatient behavioral health management, international, domestic and special needs adoptions, older adult services, support services for children, youth and families, community corrections programs and support services for adults with disabilities and/or mental health concerns. Motivated by the compassion of Christ, we help people improve the quality of their lives. Does this describe your personal mission statement? Are you motivated to serve by sharing your talents? If you would like to help us achieve our mission, please apply for the following opportunity. Description $2000 Sign on Bonus! Lutheran Social Services of WI and Upper MI (LSS) is looking for a dedicated and passionate Therapist to join our Family Preservation Team! This role would be working primarily in Lincoln, Langlade, Marathon, Taylor, Wood, and Portage Counties. If you're driven by the desire to make a real difference in the lives of children and families we serve, this full-time, benefit-eligible position could be your next career move! The Family Preservation Program works with individuals enrolled in Comprehensive Community Services and their families. Our goal is to provide consumer-driven, community-based services to help strengthen families and improve their relationships, helping them achieve their goals through individualized and family therapy. As a therapist in training or licensed therapist with Family Preservation Services/CCS you will: Provide in-home family therapy services to adult or youth clients and their families. Conduct assessments of client needs using clinical interview, objective diagnostic tools. Develop treatment plan collaboratively with client and other providers Provide agreed upon and necessary therapeutic services, keeping with strength-based, evidence-based best practice Complete required documentation within required timelines Attend client recovery team meetings Actively participate in clinical supervision EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Master's degree in Social Work with Mental Health concentration, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related program is required. Practicum experience, through your degree program, related to services LSS provides is required. Eligibility for training license by meeting criteria set for by WI Department of Safety and Professional Services. Experience providing psychotherapy services to families and individuals CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Must have or be eligible to receive state licensure "in training" as an Advanced Practice Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, or Professional Counselor as applicable. Must have a valid driver's license and have reliable transportation to perform the essential duties of the role; a motor vehicle check (MVR) with a satisfactory driving record per the LSS Driver Safety Procedure is required, and ability to meet LSS auto insurance requirements. COMPUTER SKILLS/TECHNOLOGY: Basic computer knowledge and application required. LSS uses Microsoft Office applications. Additional application training provided. TRAVEL: Daily travel is required. PERKS AND BENEFITS Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): Eligible for loan forgiveness after 10 years of on-time payments through an income-based repayment plan. Free Clinical Supervision provided Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance. Financial Benefits: Flex Spending Accounts, 403B contributions, annual raises, and mileage reimbursement. Paid Time Off: Generous PTO and 10 paid holidays. Professional Development: Opportunities for in-service training, staff meetings, and professional seminars. Employee Assistance Program: Support for personal and professional challenges. Service Awards and Recognition: Celebrating your dedication and achievements. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Hybrid Remote Flexible Schedule: Work a flexible schedule that may include evening hours to meet client needs. Travel and Community Engagement: Travel within the community to provide services in various locations (home, school, office). Physical Activity: Frequent bending, stooping, climbing stairs, and kneeling may be required. WHY JOIN LSS: At Lutheran Social Services, we believe in empowering our employees to succeed and grow. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions truly matter. By joining our team, you'll be part of a mission-driven organization committed to ensuring that no one is excluded from our communities, and everyone has what they need to live independently and thrive. Take this opportunity to make a real difference in your community. Apply now and be a part of something bigger with Lutheran Social Services of WI and Upper MI! LSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualifications Education Master Degree of Social Work (preferred) Master Degree of Marriage & Family Therapy (preferred) Master Degree of Counseling (preferred) Master Degree of Psychology (preferred) Licenses & Certifications Advanced Pract Soc Worker (preferred) Driver's License (required) Lic. Mar. & Fam Ther IT (preferred) Lic. Prof Counselor IT (preferred) Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)