Clinical Counselor Job at Youth Outreach Services, Chicago, IL

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  • Youth Outreach Services
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Department : Counseling (CBT-PSB)

Address : 3445 N. Central Ave., Chicago, IL 60634

Schedule : Mon-Thurs 12p-8p; Fri 9a-5p. Partial remote work capability is possible after the introductory period.

Position Overview:

Looking for individuals who have a passion for social justice and disrupting systemic inequities! The Cognitive Behavioral Therapy program at Youth Outreach Services focuses on healing families by providing specialized counseling services to youth who have exhibited problematic sexual behavior (PSB). The goal of the program is to reduce incidents of PSB and prevent youth from having further involvement with the juvenile justice or child welfare systems. This is accomplished primarily through group counseling with some individual and family counseling. This program utilizes an evidence-based model in CBT PSB-A (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Problematic Sexual Behavior-Adolescents). We work in partnership with the Cook County Juvenile Court, DCFS, and other community providers to obtain referrals.

Under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor, the Clinical Counselor provides direct counseling services to adolescents and families. Complete all intake assessments, session notes, and other documentation as required by Medicaid and grant funders. Provide case management and service referrals to families as needed. Conduct community outreach and education regarding the program. Maintain client data as required by grant partners.

Position Opportunities:

· Clinical supervision hours provided by the agency

· Weekly team/group supervision with a focus on self-care and preventing burnout

· Full training in the evidence-based model provided by the agency

· Monthly consultation with expert partners regarding model implementation, fidelity, and case issues

· Chance to work with juvenile justice-involved youth and reduce incidents of sexual harm in the community

· Quarterly team-building activities

Qualifications:

· Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Marriage/Family Therapy required.

· Basic licensure (LSW/LPC/AMFT) preferred. Ability to obtain clinical licensure within two years of hire date required.

· Some experience providing direct services to adolescents in a counseling, case management, residential, or psychiatric setting required.

· Experience with conducting group/family counseling preferred.

· Experience/knowledge of sexual health education and healthy sexual principles helpful

· Spanish language ability helpful

Benefits, Full-time:
Health, Dental, Vision
Life Insurance
Short/Long-Term Disability options
403(b) Retirement
Paid Time off (PTO)
Mileage Reimbursement (exclusive to position)
Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness

Youth Outreach Services is a drug-free workplace and compliance with this policy is a condition of employment and continued employment

COVID-19 Policy: In compliance with Illinois Executive Order, Youth Outreach Services is requiring all employees to be fully vaccinated against or an approved exemption. Approved exemptions will require weekly testing for COVID-19.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Remote job,

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