Foster Care Therapist

12 hours ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Lawrence Hall Full time
Job Title: Foster Care Therapist

Lawrence Hall is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Foster Care Therapist to join our team. As a Foster Care Therapist, you will work closely with foster care youth, biological families, and other stakeholders to provide individual, group, and family therapy services.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Carry a selected caseload of foster care youth and biological families, focusing on individual, group, and family treatment modalities.
  • Develop and review Mental Health Assessments and Treatment Plans with supervisor.
  • Provide clinical intervention, parent coaching, placement stabilization, and ongoing support during family crises and placement disruptions.
  • Utilize good verbal and written communication with employees, referring agencies, community resources, and youth/families.
  • Maintain flexibility to adjust work schedule according to program needs.
Requirements:
  • Master's degree in Social Work or related Human Service field with LSW or LPC upon hire and one year of related experience.
  • Knowledge of childhood trauma and prior experience working in settings with youth and families exposed to trauma or experiencing traumatic stress.
  • Knowledge of youth development, adolescent issues, and positive youth development/strength-based approach.
  • Personal vehicle or access to vehicle and proof of insurance.
  • Valid IL, IN, or WI Driver's license.
  • No history of child abuse or neglect.
  • Ability to pass background and drug screen.
Benefits:
  • Full-time employees receive 2 times their salary in term life insurance for no additional cost.
  • Reimbursement for gym memberships up to $20 per month to aid in overall fitness and health.
  • 100% match up to 3% on retirement savings after 1 year of service.
  • Average of 17-25 days of PTO.
  • Employee Referral Program offers up to $1500 for referring candidates.
  • 9 paid holidays off.

Lawrence Hall is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. We look forward to your application.



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