Mental Health Counselor (Shelter)

Catholic Charities Diocese of Joliet

  • Joliet, IL
  • Training
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet offers 41 paid days off per year, excellent medical benefits, and an employer-sponsored 403b plan that requires no contribution from employee. We prioritize your well-being and financial security.Do you want to use your skills and talents to make a lasting difference in the world? At Catholic Charities Diocese, of Joliet we are mission-driven, focused on positive results for people and believe that people should be treated with dignity and respect.If you feel the same way, we encourage you to join us in making a difference! Discover an extraordinary career opportunity that combines competitive pay with outstanding benefits.
Apply now so we can make a lasting impact together!General Responsibilities * Provide ongoing mental health services to adult and child clients, families, couples and groups.
  • Other duties as assigned within the guidelines of this position.
Essential Functions * Conduct phone therapy, video telehealth and face-to-face sessions with clients to complete IMCANS assessments in accordance with State of Illinois and policies and procedures of the Agency.
  • Provide ongoing mental health services to adult and child clients, families, couples and groups.
  • Maintain case records and reports according to the policies of the Agency.
  • Participate in case consultations and reviews with the personnel of other programs of the Agency or with outside professionals.
  • Participate in development and planning activities of the Counseling Program.
  • Conduct clinical assessments (including occasional crisis intervention) and make appropriate recommendations for persons seeking mental health services.
  • Ability to meet monthly productivity target and standards for timely completion of clinical documentation.
Great Employer Provided Benefits
  • Time-off: 14 Holidays - 15 Vacation days - 3 PTO days and 9 Sick days
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Health Insurances
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Short-term Disability Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance (employee paid optional)
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • 403B Retirement Plan with employer contributions
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Requirements
  • Master's degree in social work (MSW) or a related field as approved by funder rules is required for this position. All degrees must come from a regionally accredited educational institution which has U.S. Department of Education approval.
  • One (1) year of clinical training or Internship experience in a community mental health outpatient setting, school or hospital environment is required.
  • Work towards licensure in Illinois as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) or related credential as recognized by funder rules recommended, as soon as eligible.
  • Bilingual Spanish skills is preferred but not required. Must successfully pass a bilingual assessment for this distinction.
  • Training and experience in providing clinical assessments (including crisis intervention) and in outpatient psychotherapy with a diverse range of clientele.
  • Demonstrated competence in providing culturally sensitive interventions to individuals from all racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups.
  • Strong organizational skills required, as well as the ability to coordinate and manage several tasks simultaneously.
  • Interest and skill in networking and providing community outreach services.
  • Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, and Teams.
  • Passage of complete background clearance and any other required testing or clearances.

Catholic Charities Diocese of Joliet