Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI), is a leading not-for-profit organization providing healing, justice and wholeness to people and communities. For over 150 years, LSSI has made a difference in the lives of children and families, and we're still a strong, viable presence in the State of Illinois, continuing that commitment to making a difference.

LSSI is seeking an full-time energetic person to join our team as a Crisis Follow-Up Therapistin our Screening, Assessment & Support Services (SASS) program on the Northwest side of Chicago.

*Thisposition complies with the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) rule, which requires that employees working in certain programs are fully vaccinated unless you have a medicalor religious exemption. Routine COVID-19 Testing is required from the COVID-19 vaccination*

Benefits and Perks:
LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you're helping make a positive difference in the lives of others , as well as these career advantages:

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  On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
• Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience and licensure.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
• The training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!

EssentialFunctions:

• Assess children, Adolescents, and/or adults in psychiatric crisis for hospitalization and facilitate hospitalization or safety plan at location of need.
• Provide intensive short term community based counseling/therapy, family therapy, community support, and case management services to SASS/SASS CST clients.
• HFS required trainings (De-escalation, Crisis Safety Planning, Mobile Crisis Training)
• Coordinate treatment with other service providers (School, PCP, Psychiatrist, DCFS etc.)
• Certification in IM CAT and/or IM CANS.

Position Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Social Service or counseling field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work with clients in the community.
• Valid drivers' license, proof of valid vehicle insurance, and access to an insured vehicle.
• Must pass a State of Illinois criminal and DCFS background check.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, any other characteristic protected by law.

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