Licensed Mental Health Therapist

Job Summary: Thrive Therapeutic Services is seeking a licensed Mental Health Therapist with a graduate degree in Social Work, Psychology or Counseling to join the Thrive team. 

Who We Are: Our team is made up of deeply human, whip-smart clinicians who are constantly learning, growing, and keeping it real. Shared values unite our team: authenticity, collaboration, and a deep belief in the resilience of the human spirit. 

Who You Are: You are an independent, hard-working individual who is excited to engage with individuals, families and couples around mental health concerns. You share our core values. You naturally follow all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and accreditation standards. Recent grads are welcome! Weekly clinical supervision is provided.

About the position: This in-person position is Tuesday-Saturday in Mount Prospect, IL. We offer hybrid services to our clients, via telehealth and in person.

Responsibilities:

• Represent Thrive Therapeutic Services in a manner becoming of the profession.
• Conduct oneself according to the NASW’s Code of Ethics.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance standards for all intake, counseling, and insurance-related situations.
• Evaluate each client’s situation and conduct an overall assessment with a recommended plan for action and intervention based on the needs of the patient.
• Focus on individual, family, group, and/or marital counseling.
• Document clinical interactions into Simple Practice software promptly.
• Maintain required Continuing Education Units and report them to the office manager.
• Maintain licensure with the State of Illinois.
• Maintain a collegial working relationship with other professionals both in and outside the organization.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology or Counseling from an accredited school is required.
• Active licensure in Illinois.
• A high level of interpersonal skills to affect positive outcomes.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• The ability to build rapport with a variety of clients.
• A team player who can collaborate with others in the practice, but who can also work independently.
• Organizational skills necessary to prioritize and manage an appropriate caseload of clients coupled with performing both case management and Mental Health Therapist functions.
• Basic software and computer proficiency.
• Analytical skills necessary to independently collect, analyze, and interpret data. 
• Ability to resolve problems with innovative solutions in sensitive situations.
• Must demonstrate empathy, compassion, and adhere to professional standards/ethics at all times.
• Must maintain a professional manner and attitude.
• Must maintain professional attire.

Other Considerations:

• Bonus if you have experience working in a long-term mental health facility, hospital or community mental health setting, or if you are bilingual, though these are not required.

Job Type: Full-time

What we offer:

• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Weekly Clinical Supervision (offered for recent graduate-level practitioners)
• Professional Liability Insurance
• Competitive pay with the opportunity to grow a full-time caseload.
• Regular and consistent stream of referrals provided by the practice.
• Office Manager to submit and handle all claims and follow-ups with support on insurance billing.
• Collaborative team to support and share clinical experience.
• Furnished treatment space with free parking.
• Located conveniently within 2 blocks of the Union Pacific – Northwest Metra line.
• Friendly, supportive, professional environment.

Work Location: In person in Mount Prospect, IL