Therapist - Problem Solving Court

General Description

Are you looking for a challenging role within an organization that provides rewarding compensation, an excellent benefit package and career growth opportunities? If so, Lake County Government is the place for you. Comprised of nearly 3,000 employees, it is our goal to positively serve the residents of Lake County while working with a purpose. We believe our employees should take pride in the work they accomplish while truly respecting a collaborative work environment.

Under limited supervision of the Director of Psychological Services Division, the Problem-Solving Court Therapists will provide a range of services for the Lake County Problem-Solving Courts. The Drug Court and Mental Health Court Therapists will be an integral member of the Problem-Solving Court Program. As a contributing member of the Problem-Solving Court team, the Therapists will be responsible for conducting all assessments, therapeutic treatment, consultation, and treatment planning for clients involved in Problem-Solving Courts.

Hours of Work

• Generally, Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Flexibility for one day per week remoted work after an introductory period.

Essential Functions

• Conducts comprehensive assessments for clients under consideration for Problem-Solving Court.

• Conducts individual and group therapy to clients involved in Problem-Solving Court.

• Provides weekly progress reports on all clients in therapy to the Drug Court and Mental Health Court coordinators.

• Contributes to the case management/treatment planning at Problem-Solving Court staff meetings.

• Provides consultation with residential treatment providers to ensure continuity of care.

• Provides crisis intervention to probation clients when needed.

• Provides consultations to Probation Officers regarding clinical issues involving probationers.

• Conducts in-service training for probation staff on psychology-related topics.

• Seeks out and attends professional conferences and training workshops for personal development.

• All other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills Abilities and Education Required

• We prefer that candidates have a strong interest in working with dual-diagnosis clients and have knowledge/experience in the field of substance abuse treatment and Trauma-Informed Care.

• Individual should have experience in conducting individual and group psychotherapy with notable experience in treating clients with co-occurring disorders and in Trauma-Informed Care, knowledge of literature in the field of clinical psychology and psychopathology, including the DSM-5-TR.

• Must have the ability to make accurate DSM-5-TR diagnoses, work independently, and develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff and clients along with good personal computer skills (Microsoft environment).

• Demonstrates competent written and verbal communications.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements (Ed and/or Other Requirements)

• To be successful in this role you should have a M.S. or M.A. in Clinical Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Counseling Psychology, or a related field.

• Candidates must be a U.S. citizen and live in Illinois at time of hiring or within six (6) months of employment.

• Candidates for this position must be certified by the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts (AOIC). The link to the AOIC application is available electronically athttp://19thcircuitcourt.state.il.us/faq.aspx?qid=194.

• Candidates must obtain clinical licensure within one year.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sittingat a desk and working on a computer.

• Must be able to lift to 25 pounds on a as needed basis.

• Moderate ability to operate office equipment.

Supplemental Information

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam. Only employees who have completed the probationary period are eligible for a transfer or promotion.

Lake County is committed to be a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.