Mental Health Therapist
Are you a compassionate therapist passionate about helping clients reclaim resilience and thrive? Do you specialize in grief or trauma therapy and want to work in a supportive, growth-oriented environment? Creating Space Therapy is seeking an experienced and empathetic therapist to join our team in providing high-quality, client-centered care.Our MissionCreating Space Therapy specializes in grief and trauma therapy for clients of all ages. With locations in Batavia and Naperville, and online services across Illinois, we provide evidence-based, client-centered care that empowers individuals to heal and grow. Guided by our core values of empathy, diversity, and integrity, we are committed to fostering a collaborative workplace where clinicians feel valued and supported.
Our VisionTo become Illinois' leading grief and trauma center by growing a skilled team, developing a respected internship program, and creating a collaborative, inclusive workplace that fosters healing and growth for both clients and clinicians.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- ?Perform clinical counseling services to clients of Creating Space Therapy, as scheduled, and in accordance with company policies.
- Be properly licensed and abide by all laws, rules, regulations, and codes of ethics that are binding upon or applicable to the services performed for Creating Space Therapy.
- Respond to clients requests for service or calls within 24 hours whether such requests are made in person, by phone, voicemail, etc., or through the Creating Space Therapy website. Respond to such requests by meeting, evaluating, and providing services to such clients.
- Communicate with a clients treatment team (i.e., PCP, psychiatrist, etc.) as necessary.
- Timely complete written records for each client including, but not limited to intake notes, progress notes, treatment plans, termination notes, contact notes, and other forms or documents which may be needed or required from time to time by Creating Space Therapy or third parties in conjunction with the treatment of the client within a timely fashion (by Friday of each week). Keep client files accurate and up to date.
- Attend mandatory staff meetings and training as directed by Creating Space Therapy.
- Conduct and regulate counseling services in a professional manner so as to maintain and increase the goodwill and reputation of Creating Space Therapy. Be respectful of and cooperative and collaborative with co-workers.
- Passion for working with others collaboratively and helping our team members grow and learn.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Masters Degree or Doctoral Degree in counseling or social work; and
- Active, provisional license (LSW or LPC) or independent license (LCSW/LCPC) in the State of Illinois is required. A copy must be provided to Creating Space Therapy.
- Training in a trauma-informed treatment modality is highly preferred including but not limited to EMDR, IFS/Parts work, Somatic Experiencing/somatic therapy, polyvagal theory
- Available for 30 sessions per week with the expectation to complete 24 sessions per week for full-time; Available for 20 sessions with the expectation to hold 15 sessions for part-time.
- Experience providing grief or trauma-focused counseling.
- Align with Creating Space Therapy mission, vision, and values.
- Have strong written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
- Must be punctual in reporting to work.
- Must be organized and detail-oriented.
- Must be able to work independently on tasks assigned.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Someone who is deeply invested in their role and sees their work as more than just a job.
- Someone who feels genuine passion for our mission, vision, and values, and embodies them in their daily work.
- Someone who is client-centered and compassionate, with a strong dedication to diversity, inclusion, and equity.
- Someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, values being an active, engaged team member, and embraces opportunities for professional and personal growth.
- Someone who is committed to growing with our practice, contributing to its long-term success, and making a meaningful impact.
- Someone who seeks a workplace to plant roots and welcomes flexibility, support, and the space to be creative in their role.
- Someone who demonstrates integrity, accountability taking responsibility for their work, following through on commitments, and upholding the highest ethical standards
Pay & Benefits:
- PTO: 1 hr earned for every 40 hours worked.
- $500 annual CEU stipend
- $200 monthly health care expense reimbursement (can be used toward premiums, deductible and other out-of-pocket expenses)
- Two year training program for new grads/newer to private practice
- Paid for no-shows and late cancellations
- Paid orientation
- Paid clinical supervision
- Additional opportunities for pay include blogging and community presentations
If youre ready to make a lasting impact and join a growing therapist-owned practice rooted in empathy, diversity, and integrity, we invite you to apply!
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