What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Clinical Therapist II-Per Diem-LOMG Plainfield position at NorthShore University HealthSystem?
Position Highlights:
Position: MH Clinical Therapist II
Location: LOMG Plainfield
Per Diem
Hours: Evenings and/or Weekends
Providing quality clinical therapeutic services to patient populations and their families/significant others in a physician office or other settings. Serving as a member of the interdisciplinary team, supporting the organization's treatment program and philosophy and assuring the delivery of quality treatment. Orienting and mentoring new staff to the program.
What you will need:
Required Education and/or Experience:
Master's Degree in a recognized mental health field
Knowledge of developmental psychology, disease pathology and clinical needs of assigned population
Ability to maintain information which is highly confidential
Ability to clearly summarize pertinent clinical information via written correspondence and medical records documentation
Ability to demonstrate self-control in volatile or hostile situations
Ability to set therapeutic limits and maintain therapeutic distance with clients; maintains therapeutic boundaries with patients during treatment and following termination
Preferred Education and/or Experience:
Minimum of two years of experience in a behavioral health setting
Required License and/or Certification:
Current State of Illinois licensure with a minimum of four letters or a Psych D which may include LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor), LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) or LMFT (Licensed Marital & Family Therapist).
Current CPR Certification issued by either American Heart Association or Red Cross
CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification within 90 days of hire
Benefits:
Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
Free Parking at designated locations
Retirement Options with Company Match
Community Involvement Opportunities
EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.