Licensed Therapist

Lutheran Social Services of WI and Upper MI (LSS) is looking for a part-time Licensed Therapist to work with children and adults at our mental health clinic in Janesville, WI! This is a part-time opportunity at 20 hours per week.

Referrals come from Rock County, the Department of Corrections, and self-referrals. Our therapists meet with children and adults at our clinic and provide both group and individual substance abuse counseling services and mental health services. We help clients understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and empower them with the skills, tools, and strategies to improve their wellbeing. The position may require some evening hours to meet the needs of clients.

As a licensed therapist with our Janesville team you will:

• Provide clinical therapy services to adult or youth clients.
• Conduct assessments of client needs using clinical interview, objective diagnostic tools.
• Develop treatment plan collaboratively with client and other providers
• Provide agreed upon and necessary therapeutic services, keeping with strength-based, evidence-based best practice
• Complete required documentation within required timelines
• Attend client recovery team meetings
• Actively participate in clinical supervision

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree in Social Work with Mental Health concentration, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related program is required.
• Practicum experience, through your degree program, related to services LSS provides is required.
• Eligibility for training license by meeting criteria set for by WI Department of Safety and Professional Services.
• Experience providing psychotherapy services to families and individuals

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Must have or be eligible to receive state licensure "in training" as an Advanced Practice Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, or Professional Counselor as applicable.
• Must have a valid driver's license and have reliable transportation to perform the essential duties of the role; a motor vehicle check (MVR) with a satisfactory driving record per the LSS Driver Safety Procedure is required, and ability to meet LSS auto insurance requirements.

COMPUTER SKILLS/TECHNOLOGY:

• Basic computer knowledge and application required. LSS uses Microsoft Office applications. Additional application training provided.

TRAVEL: Occasional day trips.

PERKS AND BENEFITS

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): Eligible for loan forgiveness after 10 years of on-time payments through an income-based repayment plan.
• Free Clinical Supervision provided
• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Financial Benefits: Flex Spending Accounts, 403B contributions, annual raises, and mileage reimbursement.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO and 10 paid holidays.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for in-service training, staff meetings, and professional seminars.
• Employee Assistance Program: Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Service Awards and Recognition: Celebrating your dedication and achievements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Flexible Schedule: Work a flexible schedule that may include evening hours to meet client needs.
• Travel and Community Engagement: Travel within the community.
• Physical Activity: Frequent bending, stooping, climbing stairs, and kneeling may be required.

WHY JOIN LSS:

At Lutheran Social Services, we believe in empowering our employees to succeed and grow. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions truly matter. By joining our team, you'll be part of a mission-driven organization committed to ensuring that no one is excluded from our communities, and everyone has what they need to live independently and thrive.

Take this opportunity to make a real difference in your community. Apply now and be a part of something bigger with Lutheran Social Services of WI and Upper MI!

Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).