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Staff Therapist II (LCSW, LCPC)
Full-Time and Evening
PEER Services, Inc. (peerservices.org) is a leading nonprofit provider of community-based substance use prevention and treatment services for Evanston, Maine, New Trier, Niles and Northfield Townships, and the north side of Chicago. As a licensed treatment provider since 1975, we have transformed the lives of thousands of teens and adults and helped them open the door to a healthier, brighter future.
The Staff Therapist II is a member of the SUD Treatment Program and reports to the SUD Treatment Program Director. The Staff Therapist II will provide services to clients with substance use disorders, dual-diagnosed clients, and clients with legal involvement. The caseload for this position will include working with adolescents and families as well as adult cases. The Staff Therapist II will provide individual psychotherapy, group therapy and support services, including appropriate case management functions by the client’s treatment plan and goals. This position will include facilitating OP / IOP group sessions 2-3 days a week as well as providing direct support to Staff Therapists and interns, and a requirement of 50% clinical productivity. Additionally, the Staff Therapist II will oversee the functioning of PEER’s USPO (U.S. Probation Office) program. This position requires evening availability Monday to Thursday until 7pm.
Job Duties
· Provide individual and group psychotherapy, assessments, and related case management services, as assigned.
· Complete timely, accurate, and appropriate treatment planning and review, progress notes, drug test results, and record closings.
· Maintain 50% clinical productivity via group facilitation, individual sessions, case management, community intervention, assessments, etc.
· Collect and record data for grants, reports, and ongoing quality improvement.
· Ensure the SUD Treatment Program Director is kept abreast of all aspects of the program and services.
· Offer suggestions that support program development and improved services.
· Provide supervision and direct support for Staff Therapists and interns.
· Manage the USPO program with SUD Treatment Program Director, working closely with Operations to complete timely billing of services.
· Participate as a team member and use the interdisciplinary team to provide quality services for clients. Fill in for SUD Program staff as needed.
· Understand and follow the highest ethical standards and confidentiality laws as required of the position.
· Maintain good communication and collaborative relationships with community referring agencies to formulate appropriate collaborative intervention strategies
· Build and maintain strong, positive, working relationships with PEER staff, supervisors, and program partners.
· Maintain current knowledge of substance use treatment and interventions by participating in ongoing continued education and training opportunities.
· Meet program and professional goals as defined in collaboration with the SUD Treatment Program Director.
· Maintain licensure and certification.
· Support PEER Services fundraising and community events. Attend and participate in organizational, program, and team meetings and activities.
· Complete annual and other trainings as required by DHS/SUPR, The Joint Commission, funders and other regulatory bodies.
· Complete special projects and other duties assigned by the SUD Treatment Program Director.
· Maintain a 50% caseload
Classification, Compensation, Work Schedule, and Benefits:
· This is a regular, full-time, exempt, 40 hours per week position.
· Requires a work schedule to conclude at 7pm Monday through Thursday and will be based on the needs of the program and staff availability.
· Salary of $62,000.00 (license only) to $67,000.00 (license and CADC) annually depending on qualifications and experience.
· Option to work remote one day per week after trial period.
o Comprehensive health (medical, dental and vision) coverage
o 403(B) retirement plan
o Paid holidays including 2 floating holidays
o Accrued vacation and sick time
o Personal time
o Long-term and Short-term disability
o Professional development trainings
o Employee discount through ADP
Qualifications:
- LCSW or LCPC with 3 years clinical experience.
- Supervision and management of clinical staff/interns.
- CADC certification a plus
- Be sensitive and aware of current issues in the field of substance abuse.
· Understanding and commitment to Harm Reduction and Trauma-Informed Care.
· Working knowledge of alcohol and other drug pharmacology.
· Working knowledge of ASAM Criteria and DBHR.
· Must be flexible and adaptable and able to adjust work schedules, as needed.
Characteristics:
- Client oriented and ability to communicate effectively and positively.
- Self-starter and ability work independently and with a team.
- Good time management, organizational, interpersonal, and written skills.
- Attention to detail with good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Discrete and ability to maintain confidentiality, use good judgement, and sensitivity.
· Clinical skills necessary to identify and assess problems related to or attributable to substance use / dependence.
· Culturally sensitive.
PEER Services, Inc. appreciates the opportunity to provide services to its diverse community, including people of color, low-income and financially insecure, non-English speakers, and LGBTQ+ individuals. We strongly encourage applications from people with these identities and other marginalized communities to join our staff to better serve our clients. PEER Services makes hiring decisions without regard to any person’s race, color, sex, creed, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, military discharge status, source of income, FMLA status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful by federal, state or local statutes.
PEER Services' Mission is to reduce the harms of substance use, addiction and stigma by engaging youth and adults with innovative prevention programming and by supporting people on their path to recovery through holistic, evidence-based treatment. We provide affirming services to all in need, regardless of their ability to pay.
PEER Services is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization. Since 1975, PEER Services has provided community-based substance use prevention and treatment services to teens, adults and families in Northern Cook County, including Evanston, Maine, New Trier, Niles and Northfield Townships, and the north side of Chicago. PEER Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About PEER Services, Inc.
PEER Services is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization. Since 1975, PEER Services has provided community-based substance use prevention and treatment services to teens, adults and families in Northern Cook County, including Evanston, Maine, New Trier, Niles and Northfield Townships, and the north side of Chicago. Our treatment services are available to all Illinois residents, regardless of their ability to pay, and clients have come from as far as north as Zion and from Chicago’s south and west sides.